DeFi & Markets

Someone paying for lunch with a stablecoin card doesn't need the restaurant to know what USDC is. The card works like any other at the terminal, with the customer's digital dollar balance funding the purchase while the merchant receives regular dollars throug…

TL;DR: Binance says its bStocks tokenized-equity offering has surpassed $1 billion in assets under management, four months after launch. The milestone illustrates growing interest in trading blockchain-based representations of traditional shares. Binance says…

TL;DR: US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded approximately $82.4 million in net outflows on October 16. BlackRock’s IBIT accounted for $71.8 million of withdrawals, with Fidelity’s FBTC recording about $10.6 million. BlackRock’s flagship spot Bitcoin ETF accounted fo…

Uniswap's reliance on Robinhood Chain highlights the volatility and concentration risks in DeFi, emphasizing the need for diversified revenue streams. The post Uniswap posts record $14.81 million monthly revenue as Robinhood Chain drives over half appeared fi…

TL;DR: Circle plans to expand USDC infrastructure into approximately 40 developing and emerging markets. The company is targeting international payments and access to digital dollars rather than relying solely on cryptocurrency exchange demand. Circle is look…

Jordi Visser called Bitcoin "the most asymmetric bet I've ever made in my life" on Galaxy's podcast on Friday. - He said tokenization will push markets toward round-the-clock trading, so prime brokers could remark on hedge fund portfolios on weekends when liq…

The post Aave Is Moving Closer to Accepting Native Bitcoin as Collateral. Is AAVE a Better Buy Than BTC? appeared first on 24/7 Wall St.. Babylon Labs wants Aave (CRYPTO: AAVE), the lending protocol where users can borrow cryptocurrency using their deposits a…

TL;DR: A federal judge has rejected a joint attempt by Gemini and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to overturn the exchange’s $5 million settlement. The decision leaves the existing judgment in place despite the regulator’s changed approach to cryptoc…

The significant Ether ETF outflows highlight investor caution towards volatile assets amid macroeconomic pressures, impacting market dynamics. The post Ether ETFs lose $320M in a week, outpacing Bitcoin fund outflows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Borrowing costs, missed interest income, and futures fees can all eat into returns even when Bitcoin holds its value. That's a big problem, and it gets even worse when inflation stays high. September's US inflation report showed consumer prices up 3.7% year o…

Investing.com -- Bitcoin was trading above $81,000 on Saturday, as investors assessed mixed U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF flows and persistent concerns over institutional demand. The world's largest cryptocurrency was trading down 0.73% at $81,558.1 as of 01:49 ET (0…

Institutional sentiment shifts, impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics and highlighting the influence of ETF flows on cryptocurrency valuations. The post BlackRock sells $71.78 million in Bitcoin as ETF redemptions pile up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Visa's Inyo rollout and Mastercard's BVNK platform give businesses stablecoin funding routes, subject to eligibility and rollout limits. Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in yo…

Stablecoin issuer Circle spent 93% of its first-half revenue on distribution, operations, and investment as USDC processed more than $36 trillion in transactions. The stablecoin issuer generated about $1.4 billion in revenue in the first six months of 2026, b…

Unique Wealth's Bitcoin ETF strategy highlights evolving investment trends, influencing future asset allocation and ETF market dynamics. The post Unique Wealth discloses $10.4 million in Bitcoin exposure in latest 13F-HR filing appeared first on Crypto Briefi…

The rapid growth of SLL highlights increasing institutional trust in DeFi, potentially reshaping liquidity dynamics and market stability. The post Spark Liquidity Layer allocates over $3B across DeFi venues appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP's dominance on Upbit highlights the potential impact of local regulatory shifts on global crypto liquidity and market dynamics. The post XRP spot volume surpasses Bitcoin and Ethereum on South Korea’s Upbit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased USDC minting on Solana may boost its DeFi activity and influence market perceptions of Solana's growth and competitive standing. The post Circle minted another ~750 million USDC on Solana in the last 24 hours appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Panelists at Cointelegraph’s Singapore CONNECT event explored opportunities in tokenized markets, the future of everyday stablecoin payments and the evolving landscape for crypto investors.

ZEC jumps 11% even as its ETF loses $15 million Bitcoin climbed back above $82,000 on Friday, a day after a brief drop under $80,000, as ZEC led a broad crypto bounce with an 11% jump to about $1,230 — even as investors pulled money from the token’s only U.S.…

The post CME Is Launching Uniswap and Bitcoin Cash Futures. Do Futures Actually Move Prices? appeared first on 24/7 Wall St.. CME Group (NASDAQ: CME), the Chicago-based derivatives exchange, is preparing to list futures contracts for Bitcoin Cash (CRYPTO: BCH…

Crypto bounced a day after bitcoin’s brief drop under $80,000, but investors kept pulling money from ether, SOL and ZEC funds.

Visa advanced its stablecoin strategy by moving Visa Direct stablecoin prefunding from pilots into commercial use through Inyo Global, giving eligible businesses near real time USDC prefunding options for cross border payouts alongside traditional funding. - …

Binance’s seller FAQ requires full purchase funds and allows early assignment, but its linked terms still describe long-only trading. Read the full story on CryptoSlateUnderstand the crypto stories that matter and what to watch next. Get The Catalyst in your …

Trump officials looked the other way as the president's allies apparently cashed in at everyday Americans' expense, an economic analyst warned.Economics columnist Catherine Rampell laid out the case in a Thursday piece for The Bulwark, arguing that what she c…

Aave V4's new feature could enhance euro liquidity in DeFi, testing risk management and potentially influencing stablecoin market dynamics. The post Aave V4 opens dollar-euro borrowing on Circle’s Arc network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The bOSMO bug highlights the risks of liquidity issues in DeFi, emphasizing the need for robust contract audits and clear compensation protocols. The post bOSMO bug prompts holder compensation plan as liquidity dries up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Lightning checkout for Django, FastAPI and Python apps, with receive-only wallet access and optional USDT, USDC, ETH and SOL swaps.

The successful Bitcoin Staking initiative by Stacks could enhance liquidity and yield opportunities in decentralized finance, attracting more institutional interest. The post Stacks reports around 735 BTC bonded in Bitcoin Staking during Q3 2026 appeared firs…

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Tokenization's success hinges on stablecoin readiness and reliable oracles, potentially transforming private market liquidity and accessibility. The post RedStone powers Hamilton Lane’s onchain push as Victor Jung flags stablecoin readiness appeared first on …

Stablecoins could reshape payments and compete with banks without replacing their broader financial services. Research highlights potential effects on bank deposits, lending, liquidity, and demand for US Treasury securities. By 2030, banks and stablecoin issu…

Visa's USDC prefunding integration enhances liquidity management, enabling 24/7 cross-border payouts and signaling stablecoin adoption growth. The post Visa Direct takes USDC prefunding live, with Inyo Global first in line appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cboe's analysis highlights the risk management advantages of options over Bitcoin perps, potentially influencing trader preferences. The post Cboe compares Bitcoin perpetual futures with 0DTE options on risk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Firelight's coverage enhances DeFi security, yet reliance on FXRP and consortium decisions introduces potential risks for depositors. The post Firelight adds $30.5M of cover to Kraken USDC vault appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Renewed institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs suggests a potential market recovery, highlighting increased investor confidence and engagement. The post ARK Invest says Bitcoin ETF holders are back in the green appeared first on Crypto Briefing.