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Anchorage Digital Expands Stablecoin Strategy with Mountain Protocol Acquisition

Anchorage Digital Expands Stablecoin Strategy with Mountain Protocol Acquisition

Anchorage Digital, a federally chartered crypto bank and custodian, has announced a major next step. They’ve entered into a definitive agreement to buy Mountain Protocol, a stablecoin issuer. This acquisition is an indication of Anchorage’s strategic direction to continue extending their support for institutional stablecoin adoption. The agreement comes at...

US Policymakers Reassess Crypto Regulations, Call for Traditional Principles

US Policymakers Reassess Crypto Regulations, Call for Traditional Principles

At present, U.S. policymakers are reconsidering their approach to the digital asset sector and how best to regulate it. This decision makes sense as the industry grapples with its growing pains and a changing landscape. That’s why the securities industry is currently advocating for a technology-neutral regulatory framework. They call...

Top Altcoins Primed for Potential Growth in 2025

Top Altcoins Primed for Potential Growth in 2025

Looking ahead, the cryptocurrency market is preparing itself for a possible bull run in 2025. Investors are on the lookout for promising altcoins — coins besides Bitcoin — that offer solid fundamentals and more recently, real-world applications. One of them is Ethereum because of its vast technological advancement and development...

Blockchain Set for Public and Financial Sector Integration

Blockchain Set for Public and Financial Sector Integration

Blockchain adoption is gaining traction worldwide, and 2025 is expected to be a pivotal year for its integration into the public and financial sectors. Governments and financial institutions alike are working behind the scenes to find Blockchain solutions. They’re looking to make the enforcement process more secure, more efficient, and...

Crypto Firms Navigate Shifting Regulatory Landscape in 2025

Crypto Firms Navigate Shifting Regulatory Landscape in 2025

As we head into 2025, the cryptocurrency market is seeing heightened attention from regulators around the globe. As these digital assets become more prominent, governments and financial institutions are starting to take notice. The regulatory milieu is changing quickly, creating a unique moment of unprecedented challenge and opportunity for crypto...

Memecoin Mania Spurs Crypto Regulation and Stablecoin Appeal

Memecoin Mania Spurs Crypto Regulation and Stablecoin Appeal

Memecoins, a fixture in the cryptoasset ecosystem since 2017, continue to shape conversations around crypto adoption, even while attracting controversy. These highly speculative investments, like the example of Dogecoin driven in part by Elon Musk’s celebrity influence, come with immense capitalistic potential paired with vast danger. Recent prevalence of scams...

Global Banking Regulators Signal Shift in Stance on Digital Assets

Global Banking Regulators Signal Shift in Stance on Digital Assets

U.S. banking regulators have recently eased restrictions on banks' involvement with digital assets, signaling a potential shift in the regulatory landscape. This move allows banks to engage with crypto assets and related activities without seeking prior approval, provided they manage risks effectively and comply with existing regulations. The Federal Deposit...

Robinhood Eyes Blockchain to Expand U.S. Stock Access in Europe

Robinhood Eyes Blockchain to Expand U.S. Stock Access in Europe

According to a recent media report, Robinhood Markets is working on a blockchain-based platform that would allow European retail investors to trade U.S. securities. The Menlo Park, California-based company is keen to establish partnerships. To allow trading of tokenized U.S. stocks, they are focusing their efforts on blockchain networks such...