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📰 ECB Plans Direct Investment In Tokenized Securities Using ...

2026-09-22T04:38:59Z

📰 ECB Plans Direct Investment In Tokenized Securities Using Pontes
🗓️ Sep 22 2026 02:30 UTC - NewsBTC Editorial Team

Read the latest update on ECB Plans Direct Investment In Tokenized Securities Using Pontes.

➤ The European Central Bank (ECB) is beginning preparations to invest a small portion of its own-funds portfolio in tokenized euro-denominated securities.
➤ These tokenized assets are expected to be from euro-area public-sector and supranational issuers, settling in central-bank money via the Pontes infrastructure.
➤ While no purchases have been made yet, this move signifies a step towards institutional asset management using tokenized assets, rather than just demonstration projects.

#ecb #tokenizedsecurities #pontes #ownfundsportfolio #eurodenominated #centralbankmoney #eurosystem #publicsectorissuers #supranationalissuers

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/newsbtc-ecb-plans-direct-investment-in-tokenized-securities-using-pontes-300871812

📰 XRP jumps 8% as crypto short squeeze and Ripple developments ...

2026-09-22T04:38:45Z

📰 XRP jumps 8% as crypto short squeeze and Ripple developments draw attention
🗓️ Sep 22 2026 03:00 UTC - Hassan Maishera

XRP jumped more than 8% as trading volume climbed and crypto-wide short liquidations surged, putting the $1.50 breakout level in focus.

➤ XRP experienced an 8% price surge driven by increased trading volume and broader crypto market short liquidations.
➤ Developments from Ripple, including a new developer kit for AI agents and the RLUSD stablecoin, alongside potential XRP Ledger lending frameworks, are drawing attention.
➤ Technical analysis suggests XRP is testing a $1.50 breakout level, with potential for further upside if buying interest sustains.

#xrp #ripple #shortsqueeze #cryptomarket #xrpledger #rlusd #aiagents #technicalanalysis #breakoutlevel

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinjournal-xrp-jumps-8-as-crypto-short-squeeze-and-ripple-developments-draw-attention-991149061

📰 Kakao Pay and KakaoBank Plan Stablecoin Projects With ...

2026-09-22T04:38:21Z

📰 Kakao Pay and KakaoBank Plan Stablecoin Projects With Fireblocks
🗓️ Sep 22 2026 03:55 UTC

Kakao Pay and KakaoBank, two major players in South Korea’s Kakao ecosystem, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with digital asset infrastructure provider Fireblocks to explore new opportunities in crypto infrastructure—specifically including stablecoins. The parties...

➤ Kakao Pay and KakaoBank are partnering with Fireblocks to explore stablecoin projects and test digital asset infrastructure in South Korea.
➤ The collaboration focuses on proof-of-concept testing to align with the country's evolving regulatory and security requirements for digital assets.
➤ This initiative is part of a broader trend of South Korean financial firms exploring won-denominated stablecoin pathways as regulations develop.

#kakaopay #kakaobank #fireblocks #stablecoin #southkorea #digitalassetinfrastructure #proofofconcept #regulatoryframework #wondenominatedstablecoin

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-kakao-pay-and-kakao-bank-plan-stablecoin-projects-with-fireblocks-1456524981

📰 USDT on TRON Becomes Most Used Onchain Payment Option on ...

2026-09-22T04:38:07Z

📰 USDT on TRON Becomes Most Used Onchain Payment Option on CoinsBee as Stablecoin Spending Grows
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 13:15 UTC

CoinsBee payment data shows USDT on TRON recorded nearly twice as many payments as Bitcoin over the past 90 days, while its share of all payments on CoinsBee increased by 64% compared with 2025. Stuttgart, Germany, September 21, 2026 – CoinsBee, a global platform that makes it ea...

➤ USDT on the TRON network has become the most-used onchain payment option on CoinsBee, surpassing Bitcoin and Ethereum in transaction volume.
➤ USDT on TRON's share of total payments on CoinsBee increased by 64% from 2025 to 2026, indicating growing adoption for everyday purchases.
➤ CoinsBee and TRON DAO are launching a joint campaign offering discounts for USDT on TRON payments to further promote its use for retail transactions.

#usdt #tron #coinsbee #stablecoin #payment #giftcards #retailpurchases #trc20 #trondao

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-usdt-on-tron-becomes-most-used-onchain-payment-option-on-coins-bee-as-stablecoin-spending-grows-845117644

📰 Why Japan’s markets matter so much for America 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-22T04:38:02Z

📰 Why Japan’s markets matter so much for America
🗓️ Sep 22 2026 04:01 UTC

From surging bond yields to US intervention to support the yen, Japan’s financial markets are undergoing major shifts that have consequences for investors and borrowing costs around the globe.

➤ Japan's financial markets are experiencing significant shifts, including soaring bond yields and yen volatility, due to inflation, interest rate hikes, and government spending concerns.
➤ These changes have global implications, particularly for the US, as Japan is a major holder of US Treasuries, and intervention is occurring to support the yen.
➤ The intertwined nature of US and Japanese markets means that instability in Japan can lead to higher borrowing costs and volatility in global markets, including the US.

#japan #ustreasuries #bondyields #yen #bankofjapan #interestrates #inflation #governmentspending #currencyintervention #globalmarkets

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/edition.cnn-why-japans-markets-matter-so-much-for-america-3161881819

📰 New World, ADIA in Talks for HK$3 Billion Hotel Sale to UOL ...

2026-09-22T04:02:15Z

📰 New World, ADIA in Talks for HK$3 Billion Hotel Sale to UOL
🗓️ Sep 22 2026 03:17 UTC - Trista Xinyi Luo and Cathy Chan

New World Development Co. is in talks to sell its 50% stake in a Hong Kong hotel to UOL Group Ltd. The potential transaction would value the Hyatt Regency hotel at around HK$3 billion, with Abu Dhabi Investment Authority also in discussions to sell its stake to UOL. New World is seeking to bolster liquidity as it addresses its balance sheet, and is taking other steps to raise cash, including listing a real estate investment trust in mainland China.

➤ New World Development is in talks to sell its 50% stake in the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong hotel to UOL Group for approximately HK$3 billion.
➤ Abu Dhabi Investment Authority is also in discussions to sell its stake in the hotel to UOL, as New World seeks to improve liquidity and address its balance sheet.
➤ The company is also pursuing other cash-raising measures, including listing a real estate investment trust in mainland China.

#newworlddevelopment #uolgroup #hyattregency #hongkonghotel #abudhabiinvestmentauthority #realestateinvestmenttrust #liquidity #balancesheet #debtrepayment

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bloomberg-new-world-adia-in-talks-for-hk-3-billion-hotel-sale-to-uol-3218299908

📰 Aurora Intents routed $19M into Zcash NFT auction 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T20:36:18Z

📰 Aurora Intents routed $19M into Zcash NFT auction
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:25 UTC

Aurora Intents has processed more than $19 million across 1,718 swaps for the zkSNARKS auction, accounting for over half of the assets converted and deposited into the ZEC-denominated sale. Aurora Intents handled half of the auction volume Aurora Labs CEO…

➤ Aurora Intents facilitated over $19 million in swaps for a Zcash NFT auction, handling more than half of the total volume.
➤ The process involved converting various assets, primarily USDC and ETH, into ZEC for bidding, with NEAR Intents solvers managing the cross-chain conversions.
➤ While Zcash offered privacy for the final bids, the initial asset transfers on source chains remained publicly visible, and concerns were raised about the NFT project's utility and structure.

#auroraintents #zcash #nftauction #zksnarks #usdc #eth #crosschainswaps #stablecoins #nearintents #noncustodial

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-aurora-intents-routed-19-m-into-zcash-nft-auction-3801016131

📰 0G launches liquid staking gateway for AI compute credits ...

2026-09-21T20:36:06Z

📰 0G launches liquid staking gateway for AI compute credits
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:45 UTC

0G has launched its Ascend liquid staking product and introduced a five-step system that will let eligible users convert staked 0G tokens into credits for AI computing services. In a Sep. 21 press release shared with crypto.news, 0G said that…

➤ 0G has launched its Ascend liquid staking product, allowing users to stake 0G tokens and receive a0G.
➤ The a0G token can then be used to mint iAI, which generates credits for AI computing services within the 0G ecosystem.
➤ This 'Compute Finance' model aims to link digital assets with AI compute resources, offering a new form of reward beyond traditional staking yields.

#0g #ascend #liquidstaking #aicomputecredits #a0g #infiniteai #iai #computefinance #comfi #staking

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-0-g-launches-liquid-staking-gateway-for-ai-compute-credits-691868449

📰 Hyperliquid US Launch Brings HIP-3 Markets to American ...

2026-09-21T20:35:59Z

📰 Hyperliquid US Launch Brings HIP-3 Markets to American Traders
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:35 UTC

TLDR: Hyperliquid US plans center on Payward, Kraken’s parent company, bringing HIP-3 perpetual markets to American traders through a permissioned structure. Hyperliquid averaged about $9 billion in open interest during Q2 2026 as its 24/7 perpetual futures exchange continued exp...

➤ Hyperliquid US is planning to launch permissioned HIP-3 perpetual markets for American traders through Payward, Kraken's parent company.
➤ The HIP-3 framework allows builders to define markets, manage oracles, and set leverage limits, with deployers staking HYPE tokens.
➤ The expansion aims to bring Hyperliquid's diverse on-chain markets, including RWA, to US customers while navigating regulatory requirements.

#hyperliquid #payward #kraken #hip3markets #perpetualfutures #americantraders #permissionedstructure #openinterest #onchain #defi

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-hyperliquid-us-launch-brings-hip-3-markets-to-american-traders-1402518363

📰 USDC Issuer Circle Rolls Out Bitcoin-Backed Loans for ...

2026-09-21T20:35:22Z

📰 USDC Issuer Circle Rolls Out Bitcoin-Backed Loans for Institutions
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:28 UTC - Coingapestaff

Circle launches Bitcoin-backed borrowing for institutions, letting eligible Mint clients use cirBTC collateral to access USDC on Arc and ETH.

➤ Circle has launched a new service allowing eligible institutional clients to borrow USDC by using Bitcoin-backed collateral (cirBTC).
➤ This enables institutions to access liquidity without selling their Bitcoin holdings, leveraging DeFi lending protocols like Morpho on Arc and Ethereum.
➤ The service is overcollateralized, with cirBTC tokens being 1:1 backed by native BTC held by Circle National Trust.

#circle #usdc #bitcoinbackedloans #cirbtc #institutionalfinance #defilending #overcollateralized #arc #ethereum #morpho

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coingape-usdc-issuer-circle-rolls-out-bitcoin-backed-loans-for-institutions-4173191395

📰 ZWTC 2026 Enters Squad Stage as Zoomex Opens Registration ...

2026-09-21T20:34:49Z

📰 ZWTC 2026 Enters Squad Stage as Zoomex Opens Registration for Competition With Up to 2.5 Million USDT in Prizes - Brave New Coin
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:21 UTC - Press Release

The team-based competition begins on September 21, rewarding squad profit rate, trading volume, and community popularity across three separate rankings

➤ Zoomex has opened registration for its ZWTC 2026 Squad Competition, featuring a prize pool of up to 2.5 million USDT.
➤ The competition rewards teams based on squad profit rate, trading volume, and community popularity across three distinct rankings.
➤ This event highlights Zoomex's focus on derivatives trading and fostering community engagement within its platform.

#zoomex #zwtc2026 #tradingcompetition #usdt #prizepool #squadprofitrate #tradingvolume #communitypopularity #derivativestrading #cryptotradingplatform

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/bravenewcoin-zwtc-2026-enters-squad-stage-as-zoomex-opens-registration-for-competition-with-up-to-2-5-million-usdt-in-prizes-brave-new-coin-2208675496

📰 Circle Introduces Bitcoin-Backed USDC Loans for ...

2026-09-21T20:34:20Z

📰 Circle Introduces Bitcoin-Backed USDC Loans for Institutional Use
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:25 UTC

Stablecoin issuer Circle has introduced a Bitcoin-backed borrowing service aimed at institutional users, enabling eligible Circle Mint customers to pledge BTC collateral to borrow USDC via onchain lending markets. The feature is designed to keep borrowers within existing Circle c...

➤ Circle has launched a new service allowing institutional clients to borrow USDC by using Bitcoin as collateral.
➤ The process involves pledging Bitcoin, minting it into a wrapped token (cirBTC), and then using that as collateral on DeFi lending platforms like Morpho.
➤ This offering aims to provide institutional users with on-chain liquidity while maintaining their existing custody relationships.

#circle #usdc #bitcoin #institutional #defi #lending #collateral #cirbtc #morpho #arc

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-circle-introduces-bitcoin-backed-usdc-loans-for-institutional-use-224935424

📰 Liquid Network attacker crossed into theft: Immunefi CEO ...

2026-09-21T20:34:12Z

📰 Liquid Network attacker crossed into theft: Immunefi CEO
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:38 UTC - Lawrence Mondal

Immunefi CEO Mitchell Amador says keeping Liquid Network user funds ends whitehat status, as 598.5 BTC remains with the attackers.

➤ Immunefi CEO Mitchell Amador stated that retaining stolen funds, even with the intent of a 'rescue,' constitutes theft and ends white-hat status.
➤ The Liquid Network incident, where attackers returned 3,400 BTC but kept 598.5 BTC, highlights the need for pre-established rescue terms and bounty limits by protocols.
➤ Amador defended the 10% bounty convention when pre-approved, emphasizing that unauthorized asset movement and self-negotiated terms are not acceptable practices.

#liquidnetwork #immunefi #whitehat #bitcoin #blockstream #exploit #theft #bounty #disclosure #securityresearcher

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-liquid-network-attacker-crossed-into-theft-immunefi-ceo-641067152

📰 Multi-Asset Trading Venue Monochrome Exchange Announces IEO ...

2026-09-21T20:33:40Z

📰 Multi-Asset Trading Venue Monochrome Exchange Announces IEO of Its Native Token, $MCR
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 13:45 UTC

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 20th September 2026, Chainwire Continue Reading: Multi-Asset Trading Venue Monochrome Exchange Announces IEO of Its Native Token, $MCR

➤ Monochrome Exchange, a multi-asset trading platform founded by former Binance Australia CEO Jeff Yew, is launching its native utility token, MCR, via an Initial Exchange Offering (IEO).
➤ The platform aims to consolidate crypto, equities (including tokenized exposure to US/HK stocks and pre-IPO private companies), bonds, and real-world assets into a single venue with on-chain settlement.
➤ MCR tokens will be used for trading fee discounts, exclusive access to future offerings, staking, and governance, with a portion of platform profits used for buy-back and burn mechanisms.

#monochromeexchange #mcrtoken #ieo #tokenization #multiassettrading #equities #crypto #realworldassets #jeffyew #digitalipo

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-multi-asset-trading-venue-monochrome-exchange-announces-ieo-of-its-native-token-mcr-639097647

📰 Bitcoin price holds above $81K as key catalysts line up ...

2026-09-21T20:33:28Z

📰 Bitcoin price holds above $81K as key catalysts line up
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 07:45 UTC

Bitcoin held above $81,000 as NEAR surged 23%, while traders watched ETF flows, U.S. PMI data, Fed speakers and Trump-Xi talks this week.

➤ Bitcoin price is holding above $81,000, influenced by regulatory developments, ETF flows, and upcoming macroeconomic events.
➤ The SEC has opened a regulatory route for tokenized U.S. stocks, providing a five-year conditional relief period for qualifying venues.
➤ Key market catalysts this week include U.S. PMI data, Federal Reserve speeches, and a meeting between Trump and Xi, impacting investor sentiment and rate expectations.

#bitcoin #sec #etf #tokenizedstocks #federalreserve #interestrates #trumpxitalks #tariffs #nearprotocol #ustreasuries

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-bitcoin-price-holds-above-81-k-as-key-catalysts-line-up-54255296

📰 Binance Wallet opens $4.8M pPOLY Pre-Access event 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T20:33:27Z

📰 Binance Wallet opens $4.8M pPOLY Pre-Access event
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 09:45 UTC

PancakeSwap launched its first Pre-Access campaign with Paimon Finance’s pPOLY at $15.50, offering $4.8 million before Sept. 24 trading.

➤ Binance Wallet is facilitating a $4.8 million pre-access event for Paimon Finance's pPOLY token on PancakeSwap, offering indirect exposure to private market assets.
➤ The pPOLY token provides economic exposure to Polymarket but does not grant direct ownership, voting rights, or dividend rights, with subscriptions open until September 24.
➤ The campaign highlights the growing trend of tokenizing private market assets to provide broader access, though it comes with warnings about potential risks and lack of guaranteed returns.

#ppoly #pancakeswap #binancewallet #preaccesscampaign #paimonfinance #indirectexposure #privatemarket #tokenization #subscription #polymarket

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-binance-wallet-opens-4-8-m-p-poly-pre-access-event-388237876

📰 Market Momentum: Bitcoin (BTC) Soars Past $85K While AI Chip ...

2026-09-21T20:33:10Z

📰 Market Momentum: Bitcoin (BTC) Soars Past $85K While AI Chip Giants Rally
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 18:07 UTC - Trader Edge

Bitcoin surges past $85,000 while AMD joins the $1 trillion club. AI stocks rally, oil drops, and Strategy adds more BTC to its holdings.

➤ Bitcoin surged past $85,000, driven by short liquidations and increased risk appetite, while AMD joined the trillion-dollar valuation club due to AI enthusiasm.
➤ Declining oil prices and Treasury yields provided further market support, benefiting sectors like Meta Platforms and Accenture which are also involved in AI advancements.
➤ Circle launched a new platform for institutional clients to borrow USDC against Bitcoin collateral, and Strategy resumed its Bitcoin accumulation.

#bitcoin #amd #aistocks #strategy #circle #usdc #tbills #oilprices #metaplatforms #accenture

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/blockonomi-market-momentum-bitcoin-btc-soars-past-85-k-while-ai-chip-giants-rally-3891560840

📰 Bitcoin Price Breaks Higher—But One Risk Remains 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T20:32:26Z

📰 Bitcoin Price Breaks Higher—But One Risk Remains
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:42 UTC - Maxwell Mutuma

Bitcoin price jumps nearly 7% despite the CLARITY Act setback, as ETF inflows and renewed buying support the latest rebound.

➤ Bitcoin's price surged nearly 7% to over $86,000, driven by strong inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, despite the CLARITY Act failing to pass the U.S. Senate.
➤ The CLARITY Act, aimed at establishing clearer rules for digital commodities, was rejected due to disagreements over ethics and conflict-of-interest concerns among lawmakers.
➤ Despite the legislative setback and a Federal Reserve interest rate hike, Bitcoin's price showed resilience, indicating continued investor interest primarily fueled by ETF demand and regulatory uncertainty.

#bitcoin #clarityact #etfinflows #ussenate #regulation #federalreserve #spotbitcoinetfs #marketstructurebill #cryptolegislation

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/blockonomi-bitcoin-price-breaks-higher-but-one-risk-remains-1190157675

📰 Why this investment bank sees little demand for tokenized ...

2026-09-21T20:32:16Z

📰 Why this investment bank sees little demand for tokenized stocks despite SEC’s new trading rules
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:08 UTC - Helene Braun, AI Boost

TD Cowen expects limited demand for tokenized stocks despite new SEC rules opening a path for trading outside traditional markets.

➤ TD Cowen anticipates limited demand for tokenized stocks in the U.S. despite new SEC trading rules, citing existing efficient access and issuer disinterest.
➤ The SEC's five-year framework for tokenized securities venues faces challenges including thin liquidity, operational complexity, and issuer notification requirements.
➤ Perpetual futures are seen as a more significant draw for crypto-based stock exposure, with significantly higher trading volumes compared to tokenized spot products.

#tokenizedstocks #sec #tdcowen #automatedmarketmakers #perpetualfutures #nvidia #figure #clarityact #innovationexemption

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coindesk-why-this-investment-bank-sees-little-demand-for-tokenized-stocks-despite-se-cs-new-trading-rules-3463817275

📰 ECB Launches Pontes to Bring Central Bank Money to Tokenized ...

2026-09-21T20:32:09Z

📰 ECB Launches Pontes to Bring Central Bank Money to Tokenized Finance
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 18:30 UTC - Bilal Hassan

ECB launches Pontes for wholesale tokenized asset settlements using central bank money, supporting Europe’s growing digital financial infrastructure ECB

➤ The European Central Bank (ECB) has launched 'Pontes', a new system enabling wholesale tokenized asset settlements using central bank money.
➤ Pontes aims to integrate tokenized finance with existing Eurosystem settlement infrastructure, allowing banks to use central bank money for eligible tokenized transactions.
➤ This initiative is part of Europe's broader strategy to develop digital financial infrastructure, with full implementation planned by 2028.

#ecb #pontes #tokenizedfinance #centralbankmoney #wholesalesettlement #digitaleuro #distributedledgertechnology #eurosystem #financialinfrastructure

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/livebitcoinnews-ecb-launches-pontes-to-bring-central-bank-money-to-tokenized-finance-2084847337

📰 Circle launches Bitcoin-backed USDC borrowing for ...

2026-09-21T20:32:02Z

📰 Circle launches Bitcoin-backed USDC borrowing for institutional clients
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 17:15 UTC

Circle launched Bitcoin-backed borrowing for eligible Circle Mint customers, allowing institutions to use BTC as collateral to access USDC through onchain lending markets.

➤ Circle has launched a Bitcoin-backed borrowing service for institutional clients, enabling them to use BTC as collateral to access USDC.
➤ The service involves depositing Bitcoin, minting a wrapped token (cirBTC), and supplying it as collateral to supported DeFi lending markets like Morpho, Aave, and Arc.
➤ This offering aligns with a broader trend of expanding crypto-backed borrowing options for institutions while maintaining collateral within established custody arrangements.

#circle #usdc #bitcoin #collateral #institutionalclients #onchainlending #cirbtc #defi #arc #morpho

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-circle-launches-bitcoin-backed-usdc-borrowing-for-institutional-clients-3226388769

📰 Ondo lets institutions convert stocks directly into ...

2026-09-21T20:31:55Z

📰 Ondo lets institutions convert stocks directly into tokenized shares
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:05 UTC

Ondo Finance now allows approved institutions to convert stocks and ETFs directly into tokenized assets, removing the need to provide cash for minting.

➤ Ondo Finance now allows institutions to convert stocks and ETFs directly into tokenized shares, bypassing the need for cash minting.
➤ This new 'in-kind' conversion process, available on Ethereum and BNB Chain, can reduce capital requirements, financing costs, and timing mismatches.
➤ Ondo is a leading tokenization platform, with this development enhancing its offerings for institutional clients.

#ondofinance #tokenizedshares #stocks #etfs #institutionalclients #ethereum #bnbchain #alpaca #rwaxyz #securitize

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-ondo-lets-institutions-convert-stocks-directly-into-tokenized-shares-4018486248

📰 What Is VVV? The Privacy-Obsessed AI Token That’s Up ...

2026-09-21T20:31:37Z

📰 What Is VVV? The Privacy-Obsessed AI Token That’s Up 3,000% in 2026
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 18:31 UTC

Venice (VVV) has clawed back from under a dollar to a record $34, and the pitch behind it is simple: an AI chatbot that promises to forget you the moment you close the tab.

➤ Venice (VVV) is an AI token experiencing a significant price surge, driven by its privacy-focused AI chatbot that promises to delete user data immediately after use.
➤ The VVV token functions as an access key, allowing users to stake it for platform usage or to mint a secondary token, DIEM, which provides API credits. A portion of revenue is used to buy back and burn VVV, reducing supply.
➤ Despite its rapid growth and significant revenue, VVV's value is concentrated in a few large wallets, and the platform relies on open-source AI models rather than developing its own frontier technology.

#venice #vvv #aichatbot #privacy #erikvoorhees #shapeshift #staking #diem #revenue #tokenissuance

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/decrypt-what-is-vvv-the-privacy-obsessed-ai-token-thats-up-3-000-in-2026-3711290974

📰 Europe’s Central Bank Prepares to Invest Own Funds in ...

2026-09-21T20:31:00Z

📰 Europe’s Central Bank Prepares to Invest Own Funds in Tokenized Securities
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 19:00 UTC

The central bank plans to buy euro-denominated public-sector debt and settle the transactions through its new Pontes service.

➤ The European Central Bank (ECB) is preparing to invest its own funds in tokenized euro-denominated public-sector debt.
➤ These transactions will be settled using the ECB's new Pontes service, aiming to build institutional expertise in DLT and prepare central bank money for the digital age.
➤ This initiative aligns with broader trends of tokenization in financial markets, with other institutions like JPMorgan also exploring similar ventures.

#ecb #pontesservice #tokenizedsecurities #eurodenominateddebt #distributedledgertechnology #centralbankmoney #digitalage #eurosystem #hashlinkprotocol #jpmorgan

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/decrypt-europes-central-bank-prepares-to-invest-own-funds-in-tokenized-securities-1510492602

📰 Hana Bank taps Euroclear blockchain for $100M bond issuance: ...

2026-09-21T20:30:52Z

📰 Hana Bank taps Euroclear blockchain for $100M bond issuance: Report
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 04:35 UTC

South Korea’s Hana Bank reportedly issued a $100 million digital bond using Euroclear’s blockchain platform, enabling same-day settlement.

➤ Hana Bank has reportedly issued a $100 million digital bond using Euroclear's blockchain platform, achieving same-day settlement.
➤ This issuance marks a significant step for South Korea, directly utilizing Euroclear's blockchain infrastructure for a foreign-currency bond.
➤ The use of distributed ledger technology streamlined the bond's allocation and settlement process, connecting it to Euroclear's global network for investor accessibility.

#hanabank #euroclear #digitalbond #blockchain #samedaysettlement #southkorea #foreigncurrencybond #distributedledger #bondissuance

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-hana-bank-taps-euroclear-blockchain-for-100-m-bond-issuance-report-2492330505

📰 X sues Bitcoin account operators over alleged $278K payout ...

2026-09-21T20:30:50Z

📰 X sues Bitcoin account operators over alleged $278K payout fraud
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 09:55 UTC

X sued operators of several Bitcoin-focused accounts, including Vivek Kumar Sen, alleging they manipulated engagement to obtain $278,000 in creator payouts.

➤ X (formerly Twitter) is suing operators of Bitcoin-focused accounts for allegedly defrauding the platform out of $278,000 through engagement manipulation.
➤ The lawsuit claims the defendants coordinated accounts to artificially boost engagement and illicitly obtain creator payouts.
➤ X has suspended the accounts and is seeking recovery of the fraudulent payouts plus investigation and legal costs.

#x #bitcoin #creatorpayouts #fraud #lawsuit #engagementmanipulation #vivekkumarsen #zamyangsherpa #revenuesharingprogram #platformmanipulation

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-x-sues-bitcoin-account-operators-over-alleged-278-k-payout-fraud-281570797

📰 What is a gift of equity and how does it work? | Fortune ...

2026-09-21T20:30:45Z

📰 What is a gift of equity and how does it work? | Fortune
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 18:38 UTC - Glen Luke Flanagan

A gift of equity lets a seller transfer home equity to a buyer, covering a down payment and more. Here's how it works and what the tax rules require.

➤ A gift of equity allows a home seller to transfer part of their home's equity to a buyer by selling below market value, effectively covering the buyer's down payment and closing costs.
➤ This strategy is primarily used within families to facilitate homeownership for younger generations, with specific rules and documentation required by lenders and tax authorities.
➤ While beneficial for buyers, sellers receive less cash, and both parties should consult tax professionals regarding potential capital gains and gift tax implications.

#giftofequity #homeownership #downpayment #appraisal #giftletter #taximplications #capitalgainstax #sellersconcession #familytransfer

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/fortune-what-is-a-gift-of-equity-and-how-does-it-work-fortune-746675887

📰 Toyosa adds BTC alongside USDT for Toyota purchases 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T16:34:38Z

📰 Toyosa adds BTC alongside USDT for Toyota purchases
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 13:25 UTC

Toyosa now accepts Bitcoin for Toyota purchases in Bolivia, with Towerbank processing transactions and BitGo providing wallet infrastructure.

➤ Toyosa in Bolivia has expanded its payment options to include Bitcoin for Toyota vehicle purchases, in addition to USDT, bolivianos, and U.S. dollars.
➤ BitGo provides the institutional-grade digital asset wallet infrastructure, while Towerbank handles transaction processing for these crypto payments.
➤ This move follows Bolivia's 2024 regulatory change that permits crypto transactions through regulated financial institutions, though Bitcoin is not legal tender.

#toyosa #bitcoin #usdt #bolivia #tether #bitgo #towerbank #toyota #expocruz #paymentoption

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-toyosa-adds-btc-alongside-usdt-for-toyota-purchases-3326195588

📰 BlackRock says Bitcoin volatility fell to 35–40 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T16:34:33Z

📰 BlackRock says Bitcoin volatility fell to 35–40
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 15:45 UTC

BlackRock's Jay Jacobs says Bitcoin volatility has fallen to 35–40 as large holders use ETF wrappers for lending, options and liquidity.

➤ BlackRock reports that Bitcoin's volatility has decreased significantly, attributed to the increasing use of Bitcoin ETFs by large holders for collateral, options trading, and portfolio flexibility.
➤ The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) is facilitating these activities, allowing large holders to leverage their Bitcoin exposure within traditional financial systems for borrowing and hedging.
➤ This shift indicates a move from a 'get-rich-quick' narrative to a 'collateral narrative' for Bitcoin, driven by institutional adoption and enhanced market depth.

#bitcoinetf #blackrock #volatility #ibit #collateral #lending #options #liquidity #etps #institutionalholders

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-black-rock-says-bitcoin-volatility-fell-to-35-40-1593172290

📰 Open-source Memecoin launchpad adds 1,373 lines of solidity ...

2026-09-21T16:34:29Z

📰 Open-source Memecoin launchpad adds 1,373 lines of solidity in latest development release
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 16:55 UTC

MemeToro’s latest open-source release adds 1,373 Solidity lines across 17 files, outlining a BNB Chain fair-launch system designed to lock rules and block insider allocations.

➤ MemeToro has released 1,373 lines of open-source Solidity code for its AI-led memecoin launchpad on BNB Chain, aiming to provide transparency and prevent insider allocations.
➤ The platform's smart contracts are designed to lock rules, hold contributor funds, and ensure that allocations and funding terms align with the proposed launch manifest.
➤ The project is still in development with several milestones remaining, including integration with a token executor and independent security audits, before mainnet deployment.

#memecoinlaunchpad #solidity #bnbchain #fairlaunch #opensource #smartcontract #aiagent #presale #tokenomics #liquidity

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-open-source-memecoin-launchpad-adds-1-373-lines-of-solidity-in-latest-development-release-1826151889

📰 Strategy stock gains 47.65%, leads Nasdaq-100 🗓️ Sep 20 ...

2026-09-21T16:34:25Z

📰 Strategy stock gains 47.65%, leads Nasdaq-100
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 15:45 UTC

Strategy shares gained 47.65% in one month to lead Nasdaq-100 constituents as Bitcoin rebounded above $80,000 and MSTR closed at $153.92.

➤ Strategy shares (MSTR) surged 47.65% in one month, outperforming Nasdaq-100 constituents, driven by Bitcoin's rebound above $80,000.
➤ The company holds a significant amount of Bitcoin (845,050 BTC) acquired at an average cost of $75,412, but has paused new purchases to focus on repurchasing its preferred stock (STRC).
➤ Recent U.S. regulatory developments and positive Bitcoin ETF flows coincided with the rally in crypto-related equities, though MSTR's long-term performance remains down.

#strategyshares #nasdaq100 #bitcoin #mstr #corporatetreasury #tokenizedassets #secfilings #preferredstock #regulatorydevelopments #cryptoequities

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-strategy-stock-gains-47-65-leads-nasdaq-100-1622671371

📰 Grayscale Files Zcash ETF for 3-for-1 Forward Share Split ...

2026-09-21T14:39:07Z

📰 Grayscale Files Zcash ETF for 3-for-1 Forward Share Split
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 10:55 UTC

Grayscale’s Zcash ETF is set to undergo a 3-for-1 forward share split, according to a filing submitted with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The change is scheduled to take effect after the market close on Sept. 28, with shareholders set to receive two additional shar...

➤ Grayscale's Zcash ETF (ZCSH) is implementing a 3-for-1 forward share split to lower its per-share price and increase accessibility.
➤ The split, effective after market close on September 28th, aims to make the ETF more attractive to investors, especially given Zcash's significant price appreciation.
➤ The move coincides with renewed interest in Zcash as a privacy-focused asset, with its performance influenced by market narratives and institutional interest.

#grayscale #zcash #zesh #etf #sharesplit #secfiling #accessibility #privacyfocusedassets #tokenization

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-grayscale-files-zcash-etf-for-3-for-1-forward-share-split-1956465739

📰 Kalshi Files to Launch US Crypto-Linked Perpetual Futures on ...

2026-09-21T14:38:54Z

📰 Kalshi Files to Launch US Crypto-Linked Perpetual Futures on Coinbase
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 20:55 UTC

Kalshi has filed with U.S. regulators to launch perpetual futures contracts linked to individual U.S. stocks, a move that would extend a crypto-style derivatives structure into traditional equity markets. The company’s proposal was submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commiss...

➤ Kalshi has filed with U.S. regulators to launch perpetual futures contracts linked to individual U.S. stocks, adopting a crypto-style derivatives structure.
➤ Coinbase and Payward (Kraken's parent company) have submitted similar proposals, indicating a growing competition to adapt perpetual contract mechanics to equity instruments.
➤ These filings occur amidst regulatory uncertainty following the failure of the CLARITY Act, with regulators signaling a willingness to act within existing authority.

#kalshi #coinbase #perpetualfutures #usstocks #cryptoderivatives #sec #cftc #rulechange #fundingpayments #securityfutures

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-kalshi-files-to-launch-us-crypto-linked-perpetual-futures-on-coinbase-1488766710

📰 North Korean Fake Recruiters Compromise 30K Devices, Steal ...

2026-09-21T14:38:32Z

📰 North Korean Fake Recruiters Compromise 30K Devices, Steal $10.7M
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 02:25 UTC

North Korea-linked cyber group WaterPlum, also known as “Contagious Interview,” is accused of stealing at least $10.7 million by impersonating recruiters for legitimate cryptocurrency and AI companies. According to a joint advisory cited by authorities in Japan, Germany, Australi...

➤ North Korea-linked cyber group WaterPlum has stolen at least $10.7 million by impersonating recruiters for cryptocurrency and AI companies, compromising over 30,000 devices globally.
➤ The group uses social engineering and malware disguised as hiring tasks to trick IT professionals into downloading malicious files, leading to data and cryptocurrency theft.
➤ The tactics highlight the need for enhanced security scrutiny in recruitment processes, especially for companies in the crypto and AI sectors, to prevent breaches and identity fraud.

#northkorea #waterplum #cybercrime #recruitmentscam #cryptocurrencytheft #malware #infostealing #devicecompromise #identitytheft #web3

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-north-korean-fake-recruiters-compromise-30-k-devices-steal-10-7-m-955743143

📰 RWA market reaches $34.18B as equities surge 390.4% 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:37:59Z

📰 RWA market reaches $34.18B as equities surge 390.4%
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 08:55 UTC

Onchain RWA assets reached $34.18B as of Sept. 15, up 85.2% YTD, while Binance Research says only around 12% is deployed in DeFi applications.

➤ The RWA market has grown to $34.18 billion, with tokenized equities showing a significant surge of 390.4% year-to-date, though only about 12% of this capital is deployed in DeFi applications.
➤ Bonds and money market funds represent the largest portion of RWA assets, while tokenized equities are experiencing the fastest growth, increasing their market share.
➤ Recent SEC exemptions and institutional initiatives from DTCC and Aave are paving the way for increased trading, collateral, and settlement of tokenized assets, signaling an 'RWA Activation Era'.

#tokenizedequities #rwamarket #binanceresearch #sec #defi #bonds #moneymarketfunds #ondofinance #aave #dtcc

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-rwa-market-reaches-34-18-b-as-equities-surge-390-4-2079016899

📰 Ripple says asset managers prepare for XRPL Batch 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:37:45Z

📰 Ripple says asset managers prepare for XRPL Batch
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 09:45 UTC

Ripple says asset managers are preparing for XRPL Batch V1.1 as validator support stays above 80% before possible Sept. 29 activation.

➤ Ripple reports that asset managers are preparing to utilize the XRP Ledger's (XRPL) Batch V1.1 feature, which allows for the atomic settlement of multiple transactions.
➤ The XRPL Batch V1.1 upgrade has maintained over 80% validator support, indicating a potential activation on September 29th, following a previous critical flaw that led to its redesign.
➤ This development aligns with broader trends of financial institutions exploring XRPL for tokenized assets and institutional settlement, with projects already being built around the new transaction capabilities.

#xrplbatchv11 #ripple #assetmanagers #validatorsupport #transactionfeature #atomicsettlement #deliveryversuspayment #tokenizedassets #institutionalsettlement

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-ripple-says-asset-managers-prepare-for-xrpl-batch-2896492535

📰 Kalshi seeks CFTC approval for stock perpetuals 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-21T14:37:36Z

📰 Kalshi seeks CFTC approval for stock perpetuals
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 10:25 UTC

Kalshi filed for U.S. stock and ETF perpetual futures with 23-hour weekday trading as CFTC approval and a Nov. 2 start remain pending.

➤ Kalshi has filed with the SEC and CFTC to list perpetual futures linked to U.S. stocks and ETFs, proposing 23-hour weekday trading and specific margin requirements.
➤ Regulatory approval from the CFTC is pending, with a proposed start date of November 2, 2026, and competing proposals from Coinbase and Bitnomial also awaiting review.
➤ The filings highlight the ongoing process of integrating traditional financial products with blockchain-based derivatives, facing both regulatory scrutiny and market competition.

#kalshi #cftc #sec #stockperpetuals #futures #equities #etfs #regulatoryapproval #coinbase #bitnomial

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-kalshi-seeks-cftc-approval-for-stock-perpetuals-1026008642

📰 Hong Kong jails ex-banker over $470K USDT bribes 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-21T14:37:26Z

📰 Hong Kong jails ex-banker over $470K USDT bribes
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 10:45 UTC

Hong Kong jailed ex-CCB Asia manager Lam Chun-yin for four years over $470,000 in USDT bribes tied to false $1.6B bank instruments.

➤ A former CCB (Asia) manager in Hong Kong was sentenced to four years in prison for accepting over $470,000 in USDT bribes to authenticate fraudulent bank instruments valued at $1.6 billion.
➤ The scheme involved Vesttoo Limited, a now-defunct platform, and the bribes were paid in Tether to obscure the transaction trail.
➤ The case highlights ongoing efforts by Hong Kong authorities to combat crypto-related financial crime and protect its status as an international financial center.

#usdtbribes #hongkong #exbanker #falsebankinstruments #ccbasia #vesttoo #tether #preventionofbriberyordinance #icac #creditfraud

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-hong-kong-jails-ex-banker-over-470-k-usdt-bribes-2260932946

📰 Grayscale Zcash ETF sets 3-for-1 share split 🗓️ Sep 20 ...

2026-09-21T14:37:15Z

📰 Grayscale Zcash ETF sets 3-for-1 share split
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 12:05 UTC

Grayscale’s Zcash ETF plans a 3-for-1 share split on Sept. 30, tripling ZCSH shares while leaving each investor’s total value unchanged.

➤ Grayscale's Zcash ETF (ZCSH) is undergoing a 3-for-1 share split on September 30, 2026, increasing the number of shares without altering the total value.
➤ The ETF has experienced rapid growth, surpassing $500 million in assets under management within two weeks of its August launch and reaching approximately $890 million by September 17.
➤ The article also touches upon the upcoming NU7 network upgrade for Zcash, with a mainnet activation targeted for November 5, 2026.

#grayscale #zcash #zcsh #etf #sharesplit #assetsundermanagement #nu7upgrade #nysearca #institutionaladoption #zcashdevelopers

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-grayscale-zcash-etf-sets-3-for-1-share-split-2085404632

📰 Binance Wallet opens tokenized pre-IPO access 🗓️ Sep 20 ...

2026-09-21T14:36:58Z

📰 Binance Wallet opens tokenized pre-IPO access
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 12:25 UTC

Binance Wallet has launched Pre-Access via PancakeSwap, giving eligible users indirect tokenized exposure to private companies before possible IPOs.

➤ Binance Wallet has launched Pre-Access campaigns via PancakeSwap, offering indirect tokenized exposure to private companies before potential IPOs.
➤ These Pre-Access Tokens do not grant direct ownership, voting rights, or dividends; exposure is contractual or synthetic.
➤ The initiative expands the trend of tokenized private market access, though significant risks related to counterparty performance, settlement, and valuation uncertainty remain.

#binancewallet #pancakeswap #preaccesstokens #privatecompanies #preipo #tokenizedexposure #indirectownership #alphapoints #bstocks #derivatives

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-binance-wallet-opens-tokenized-pre-ipo-access-3957054324

📰 ZETA Solana migration wins 99.4% support in vote 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-21T14:36:56Z

📰 ZETA Solana migration wins 99.4% support in vote
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 13:05 UTC

ZetaChain holders are voting on a 1:1 ZETA migration to Solana, with 99.4% support and a second vote required before any L1 shutdown.

➤ ZetaChain is moving towards migrating its native ZETA token to Solana, with a strong community vote (99.4%) supporting the proposal.
➤ The migration involves a 1:1 conversion of ZETA to a Solana SPL token, with ZetaChain's own Layer 1 eventually being shut down.
➤ This move aims to leverage Solana's infrastructure for speed and cost-efficiency, and will also bring ZetaChain's AI application, Anuma, and its users to Solana.

#zetachain #solana #zeta #migration #governance #layer1 #spltoken #anuma #cosmossdk #validators

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-zeta-solana-migration-wins-99-4-support-in-vote-386715790

📰 Toyosa adds BTC alongside USDT for Toyota purchases 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:36:45Z

📰 Apple, Google hire for stablecoin-related roles 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-21T14:36:35Z

📰 Apple, Google hire for stablecoin-related roles
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 05:05 UTC

Apple and Google are hiring payments and Web3 specialists with stablecoin, tokenized deposit and blockchain expertise in the U.S. and Hong Kong.

➤ Apple and Google are actively hiring for roles requiring expertise in stablecoins, tokenized deposits, and blockchain technology, indicating a strategic exploration of digital asset infrastructure.
➤ While neither company has announced plans to issue a stablecoin, their job postings reveal a focus on building payment and Web3 capabilities, particularly within institutional and enterprise contexts.
➤ The hiring efforts, especially Google's in Hong Kong, are influenced by evolving regulatory landscapes for stablecoins and digital assets.

#apple #google #stablecoin #web3 #blockchain #tokenizeddeposits #rwatokenization #hongkong #applepay #googlecloud

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-apple-google-hire-for-stablecoin-related-roles-3041753353

📰 Strategy stock gains 47.65%, leads Nasdaq-100 🗓️ Sep 20 ...

2026-09-21T14:36:16Z

📰 BlackRock says Bitcoin volatility fell to 35–40 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:36:06Z

📰 Open-source Memecoin launchpad adds 1,373 lines of solidity ...

2026-09-21T14:35:59Z

📰 Kalshi faces wash-trading claims over crypto volume 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:35:55Z

📰 Kalshi faces wash-trading claims over crypto volume
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 05:25 UTC

Kalshi faces disputed wash-trading claims after a trader questioned ETH perpetual volume, while CFTC filings detail its rebate safeguards.

➤ Kalshi is facing allegations of wash trading related to its ETH perpetual futures volume, with a trader citing an unusually high volume-to-open-interest ratio.
➤ The exchange disputes these claims, differentiating between prediction markets and perpetual futures, and highlighting its rebate program's safeguards against wash trading.
➤ While the CFTC has issued guidance on incentive programs and wash trading, no enforcement action has been taken against Kalshi regarding these specific allegations.

#kalshi #washtrading #ethperpetuals #cftc #rebates #cryptovolume #predictionmarkets #icobeast #beni #jumptrading

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-kalshi-faces-wash-trading-claims-over-crypto-volume-124991206

📰 Michael Saylor sets 50M-user goal after CLARITY vote 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T14:35:35Z

📰 Michael Saylor sets 50M-user goal after CLARITY vote
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 06:25 UTC

Michael Saylor says crypto should use existing U.S. regulatory paths, build through 2027-28 and target 50 million users after CLARITY stalled.

➤ Michael Saylor proposes the U.S. crypto industry focus on expanding compliant digital-asset products and targeting 50 million users under existing regulatory frameworks, following the failure of the CLARITY Act to advance.
➤ Saylor's strategy emphasizes building a large user base to create political support for digital assets before pursuing further legislative action, advocating for products like Bitcoin custody, digital credit, tokenized equity, and stablecoin payments.
➤ Regulatory bodies like the SEC and CFTC are proceeding with rule-making under existing authority, with the SEC granting temporary relief for tokenized stock venues and the CFTC submitting crypto market rulemaking for White House review.

#michaelsaylor #clarityact #stablecoin #regulatorypaths #50millionusers #sec #cftc #digitalassets #tokenizedequity #bitcoincustody

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-michael-saylor-sets-50-m-user-goal-after-clarity-vote-3963625845

📰 Bank of Russia sets 1% crypto risk limit under draft rules ...

2026-09-21T14:35:26Z

📰 Bank of Russia sets 1% crypto risk limit under draft rules
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 07:45 UTC

The Bank of Russia has proposed capping banks’ total risk from cryptocurrencies and foreign digital instruments at 1% of their capital as it sets prudential limits for lenders entering the country’s newly regulated crypto market. According to the Bank of…

➤ The Bank of Russia has proposed a 1% capital risk limit for banks engaging with cryptocurrencies and foreign digital instruments under new draft rules.
➤ These rules categorize crypto-related transactions into two groups based on risk, with a 1,250% risk weight for direct crypto exposure and certain client positions.
➤ The proposal follows the recent opening of Russia's regulated crypto market and aims to manage financial market risks associated with digital assets.

#bankofrussia #cryptocurrencyrisk #prudentiallimits #capitalrequirements #digitalinstruments #sanctionsrisk #regulatedcryptomarket #riskweight #reportingratios #financialmarketrisk

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-bank-of-russia-sets-1-crypto-risk-limit-under-draft-rules-2200035284

📰 Bitcoin price holds above $81K as key catalysts line up ...

2026-09-21T14:35:18Z

📰 Evernorth adds $30M boost ahead of Nasdaq vote 🗓️ Sep ...

2026-09-21T14:34:56Z

📰 Evernorth adds $30M boost ahead of Nasdaq vote
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 09:25 UTC

Evernorth agreed to a $30 million convertible note with NH Investment & Securities, with proceeds planned for XRP and ecosystem activities.

➤ Evernorth has secured a $30 million convertible note from NH Investment & Securities, contingent on its merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II.
➤ The funds are earmarked for XRP purchases and ecosystem activities, bolstering Evernorth's existing XRP treasury strategy.
➤ The deal's completion is tied to Armada's shareholder vote on September 30th, with the combined entity expected to list on Nasdaq.

#evernorth #xrp #nhinvestmentsecurities #convertiblenote #armadaacquisitioncorpii #nasdaq #xrptreasury #digitalassets #secfiling #businesscombination

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-evernorth-adds-30-m-boost-ahead-of-nasdaq-vote-1085768595

📰 Strategy stock gains 47.65%, leads Nasdaq-100 🗓️ Sep 20 ...

2026-09-21T12:37:38Z

📰 BlackRock says Bitcoin volatility fell to 35–40 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T12:37:24Z

📰 Open-source Memecoin launchpad adds 1,373 lines of solidity ...

2026-09-21T12:37:19Z

📰 Treasury Secretary Bessent talks to CNBC as Trump ...

2026-09-21T12:37:10Z

📰 Treasury Secretary Bessent talks to CNBC as Trump administration faces affordability concerns
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 11:05 UTC - Dan Mangan

Bessent met over the weekend with his Chinese counterpart, He Lifeng, ahead of a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump.

➤ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discussed rising fuel prices, interest rates, and AI risks with CNBC amidst affordability concerns for the Trump administration.
➤ Bessent also met with his Chinese counterpart ahead of a summit between Presidents Trump and Xi, discussing shared AI risks and trade.
➤ The article highlights concerns about rising Treasury yields, their impact on mortgage rates, and the upcoming elections, with the Fed recently raising interest rates to combat inflation.

#treasurysecretary #scottbessent #cnbc #trumpadministration #affordabilityconcerns #fuelprices #interestrates #artificialintelligence #china #xijinping

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cnbc-treasury-secretary-bessent-talks-to-cnbc-as-trump-administration-faces-affordability-concerns-2597279697

📰 Kalshi faces wash-trading claims over crypto volume 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T12:36:59Z

📰 Michael Saylor sets 50M-user goal after CLARITY vote 🗓️ ...

2026-09-21T12:36:43Z

📰 Bank of Russia sets 1% crypto risk limit under draft rules ...

2026-09-21T12:36:40Z

📰 Bitcoin price holds above $81K as key catalysts line up ...

2026-09-21T12:36:37Z

📰 Ripple Intensifies RLUSD Treasury Activity As 15 Million ...

2026-09-21T12:35:02Z

📰 Ripple Intensifies RLUSD Treasury Activity As 15 Million Tokens Vanish from Supply
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 16:55 UTC

Ripple has burned another 15 million RLUSD as large treasury transactions continue to move the stablecoin’s supply in both directions.

➤ Ripple has burned 15 million RLUSD tokens, a stablecoin, as part of ongoing treasury management activities, which also include recent token mints.
➤ Despite supply reductions, RLUSD's market capitalization has grown significantly, indicating expansion beyond its role as a simple dollar-pegged asset.
➤ Ripple is developing new use cases for RLUSD in institutional credit and lending, potentially benefiting the XRP Ledger and XRP's liquidity and institutional activity.

#rlusd #ripple #stablecoin #tokenburn #supplymanagement #marketcapitalization #institutionalcredit #xrpledger #xrp #clearpool

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-ripple-intensifies-rlusd-treasury-activity-as-15-million-tokens-vanish-from-supply-2871597260

📰 Shark Tank Star Kevin O’Leary Sets $1 Million Bitcoin ...

2026-09-21T12:34:51Z

📰 Shark Tank Star Kevin O’Leary Sets $1 Million Bitcoin Target — But There’s One Quantum Computing Hurdle
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 17:05 UTC

Bitcoin’s mega-bullish narrative just got a fresh jolt. Shark Tank star and Canadian investor Kevin O’Leary has floated a staggering $1M target for Bitcoin.

➤ Kevin O'Leary has set a $1 million price target for Bitcoin, contingent on the cryptocurrency overcoming the threat posed by quantum computing.
➤ He believes institutions will hesitate to adopt Bitcoin as a mainstream asset until quantum security concerns are adequately addressed.
➤ O'Leary has also shifted his view on Ethereum, now anticipating a fragmented blockchain future where different industries adopt specialized networks for tokenization, particularly for assets like stocks.

#kevinoleary #bitcoin #quantumcomputing #pricetarget #cryptography #institutionaladoption #ethereum #blockchain #tokenization

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-shark-tank-star-kevin-o-leary-sets-1-million-bitcoin-target-but-theres-one-quantum-computing-hurdle-2873908334

📰 Garlinghouse Reveals What’s Next After XRP Price Reacts ...

2026-09-21T12:34:42Z

📰 Garlinghouse Reveals What’s Next After XRP Price Reacts Following CLARITY Act Rejection
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 20:55 UTC

XRP fell below a key support level, signaling more uncertainty after the CLARITY bill failed to advance. Garlinghouse commented on the matter.

➤ The CLARITY Act, a proposed digital asset legislation, failed to pass the US Senate, causing XRP and other cryptocurrencies to drop significantly.
➤ Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed disappointment but stated that the digital asset market can still grow without the bill, with the SEC and CFTC expected to continue formulating rules.
➤ Despite the legislative setback, Garlinghouse believes the failure will not impact XRP's momentum, international expansion, or investor demand, though market uncertainty has increased.

#xrp #clarityact #bradgarlinghouse #ripple #sec #cftc #digitalassets #regulation #priceaction #marketuncertainty

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-garlinghouse-reveals-whats-next-after-xrp-price-reacts-following-clarity-act-rejection-1587802409

📰 New Era Energy (NUAI) Stock Surges 16% Following Major ...

2026-09-21T12:34:31Z

📰 New Era Energy (NUAI) Stock Surges 16% Following Major Vistra Power Partnership
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 11:47 UTC - Trader Edge

New Era Energy (NUAI) stock soared 16% after securing a 20-year power deal with Vistra for up to 207 MW at its Texas data center facility.

➤ New Era Energy (NUAI) stock surged 16% following a 20-year power deal with Vistra for its Texas data center facility, securing up to 207 MW starting Q3 2027.
➤ The partnership includes Vistra acquiring a 5% non-voting equity stake in the powered portion of the facility, which has expansion plans up to 1.4 GW.
➤ This agreement mitigates development uncertainties for NUAI's AI-focused data center, highlighting the critical role of reliable energy supply in digital infrastructure development.

#neweraenergy #vistrapower #datacenter #powerdeal #texasfacility #equitystake #aicomputing #energysupply #partnership #expansion

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/blockonomi-new-era-energy-nuai-stock-surges-16-following-major-vistra-power-partnership-264901015

📰 Morpho Turns Tokenized Apple and Nvidia Stock Into DeFi Loan ...

2026-09-21T00:35:33Z

📰 Morpho Turns Tokenized Apple and Nvidia Stock Into DeFi Loan Collateral
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 04:53 UTC - Janet Harrison

Morpho now lets you borrow USDC against tokenized Apple, Nvidia, and SpaceX stock on Base, days after launching Circle's Arc chain with $220M.

➤ Morpho now allows users to borrow USDC against tokenized Apple, Nvidia, and SpaceX stocks on the Base blockchain, using them as collateral in DeFi.
➤ This integration leverages Coinbase-issued stock tokens and Chainlink's oracle for pricing, enabling users to access liquidity without selling their stock positions.
➤ The move signifies a growing overlap between traditional stock portfolios and crypto wallets, potentially paving the way for broader institutional adoption despite regulatory considerations.

#morpho #tokenizedstocks #defi #usdcloans #applestock #nvidiastock #spacexstock #coinbase #base #chainlink

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/startupfortune-morpho-turns-tokenized-apple-and-nvidia-stock-into-de-fi-loan-collateral-2515743979

📰 Circle Lets AI Agents Pay USDC Without Separate Gas Wallets ...

2026-09-21T00:35:29Z

📰 Circle Lets AI Agents Pay USDC Without Separate Gas Wallets
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:25 UTC

Key Takeaways Agents sign payments; Circle submits the transfers. Gas remains, but Circle pays it. Circle screens wallets, not purchase […] The post Circle Lets AI Agents Pay USDC Without Separate Gas Wallets appeared first on Coindoo.

➤ Circle has launched a new service allowing AI agents to pay for services using USDC without needing separate gas wallets, simplifying transactions on Arc, Base, and Polygon PoS.
➤ The service utilizes the x402 protocol and Circle's relayer infrastructure to handle gas fees, abstracting this complexity away from the AI agent and its wallet.
➤ While this enhances convenience and integration, it creates a dependency on Circle's service and shifts the responsibility for transaction oversight and spending controls to the application owner.

#circle #usdc #aiagents #x402 #gasfees #relayer #arc #base #polygon #paymentauthorization

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-circle-lets-ai-agents-pay-usdc-without-separate-gas-wallets-670618942

📰 SEC Grants Five-Year Exemption For Tokenized Stock Trading ...

2026-09-21T00:35:03Z

📰 SEC Grants Five-Year Exemption For Tokenized Stock Trading Venues
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 17:43 UTC

TL;DRThe SEC has taken one of its clearest steps yet toward bringing public-company shares on-chain.The Commission approved a temporary “Innovation Exemption” allowing qualifying Tokenized Securities Venues to facilitate trading in tokenized National Market System stocks using permissioned automate…

➤ The SEC has granted a five-year 'Innovation Exemption' allowing qualifying venues to trade tokenized U.S. National Market System (NMS) stocks on-chain.
➤ This exemption permits the use of permissioned automated market makers and liquidity pools, but imposes conditions on investor rights, smart contracts, trading halts, and disclosures to maintain parity with traditional stock trading.
➤ The move represents a controlled experiment by the SEC to explore on-chain market structures for equities while ensuring investor protection, opening a regulatory lane for limited secondary trading of tokenized shares.

#sec #tokenizedstocks #innovationexemption #onchaintrading #nmsstocks #permissionedvenues #investorrights #smartcontracts #regulatoryframework #secondarytrading

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/tradingview-sec-grants-five-year-exemption-for-tokenized-stock-trading-venues-391363953

📰 Bastion wins conditional OCC approval for national trust ...

2026-09-21T00:34:59Z

📰 Bastion wins conditional OCC approval for national trust bank charter
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 11:47 UTC - Michael Millard

Bastion wins conditional approval for US trust bank charter

➤ Bastion has received conditional approval from the OCC for a US trust bank charter, enhancing its regulatory standing.
➤ The approved charter will allow Bastion to offer stablecoin custody, payment infrastructure, and white-label issuance under federal supervision.
➤ This development signifies a move towards greater regulatory rigor for stablecoins as core financial infrastructure, with other firms also pursuing similar charters.

#bastion #occ #trustbankcharter #stablecoin #custody #paymentinfrastructure #federalsupervision #regulatoryapproval #financialinfrastructure

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cointelegraph-bastion-wins-conditional-occ-approval-for-national-trust-bank-charter-3401904886

📰 DTCPay Adds SBI Group as Strategic Investor, Raises Series A ...

2026-09-21T00:34:40Z

📰 DTCPay Adds SBI Group as Strategic Investor, Raises Series A to $25M
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 10:25 UTC

Singapore-based payment firm dtcpay has closed a $25 million Series A funding round, initially led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India and now bolstered by an additional anchor from Japan’s SBI Group. The company says the investment underscores growing institutional interes...

➤ Singapore-based dtcpay has secured $25 million in Series A funding, with SBI Group joining as a strategic investor, signaling growing institutional interest in stablecoin payments.
➤ The company aims to make cross-border value transfers as frictionless as traditional payments by positioning stablecoins as seamless, accessible payment tools integrated with everyday commerce, supported by a Visa card for global merchant use.
➤ dtcpay emphasizes its regulated operational footprint across Singapore, EEA, Hong Kong, Australia, the US, and Canada, which is crucial for institutional adoption and reducing uncertainty in stablecoin payment services.

#dtcpay #sbigroup #vertexventures #seriesafunding #stablecoinpayments #crossbordertransfers #visacard #regulatedoperations #digitalcash #institutionalinterest

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-dtc-pay-adds-sbi-group-as-strategic-investor-raises-series-a-to-25-m-7582787

📰 Who needs CLARITY anyway? ARB could see 70X increase: ...

2026-09-21T00:34:36Z

📰 Who needs CLARITY anyway? ARB could see 70X increase: Hodler’s Digest
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 23:37 UTC - Andrew Fenton

The SEC and CFTC have swooped in to save the day after the CLARITY senate vote failed. Standard Chartered predicts Arbitrum could surge by 70X by 2030.

➤ The CLARITY Act failed to pass the US Senate, leading the SEC and CFTC to propose new rules to fill the legislative gap for tokenized assets and crypto derivatives.
➤ Standard Chartered predicts Arbitrum (ARB) could see a 70X increase by 2030, driven by its revenue-sharing model with platforms like Robinhood Chain.
➤ The article also touches on legislative developments for Bitcoin reserves and taxation, a data breach at Revolut highlighting KYC risks, and market performance of major cryptocurrencies.

#clarityact #sec #cftc #arbitrum #standardchartered #tokenizedstocks #bitcoin #revolut #kyc #layer2

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cointelegraph-who-needs-clarity-anyway-arb-could-see-70-x-increase-hodlers-digest-961320662

📰 DTCPay Brings SBI Group Onboard, Extends Series A to $25M ...

2026-09-21T00:34:32Z

📰 DTCPay Brings SBI Group Onboard, Extends Series A to $25M
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 11:25 UTC

Singapore-based payments firm dtcpay has closed a $25 million Series A funding round, bringing in Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India as the lead investor and adding further backing from SBI Group, the Japanese financial conglomerate. The round—completed after dtcpay’s initial...

➤ Singapore-based dtcpay has secured $25 million in Series A funding, led by Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, with participation from SBI Group, to enhance cross-border payments using stablecoins.
➤ The company aims to make stablecoin payments as routine as traditional financial systems, offering a Visa card for spending with both fiat and stablecoins at over 150 million merchants.
➤ dtcpay holds licenses in key regions like Singapore and Luxembourg, positioning itself to navigate complex regulatory landscapes for stablecoin adoption in international finance.

#dtcpay #sbigroup #vertexventures #seriesafunding #stablecoinpayments #crossborderpayments #visacard #regulatorycompliance #singapore #luxembourg

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-dtc-pay-brings-sbi-group-onboard-extends-series-a-to-25-m-3139562102

📰 USD1 Stablecoin Tops $60B in Cumulative Trading Volume on ...

2026-09-21T00:34:21Z

📰 USD1 Stablecoin Tops $60B in Cumulative Trading Volume on Binance
🗓️ Sep 21 2026 00:00 UTC - Brenda Mary

USD1 stablecoin tops $60B in cumulative volume on Binance, with monthly trading holding between $5B and $8B.

➤ The USD1 stablecoin has surpassed $60 billion in cumulative trading volume on Binance, demonstrating steady monthly usage between $5B and $8B.
➤ While market capitalization is significant, a large portion is attributed to a single $2B Binance investment settlement, suggesting trading volume is a more accurate measure of actual usage.
➤ Broader market trends show rising stablecoin inflows, with the Stablecoin Supply Ratio indicating a bullish signal, correlating with positive momentum in Bitcoin.

#usd1stablecoin #binance #tradingvolume #marketcapitalization #stablecoininflows #bullishsignal #institutionaltransaction #worldlibertyfinancial #usdollars #ustreasurybills

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/blockonomi-usd-1-stablecoin-tops-60-b-in-cumulative-trading-volume-on-binance-795154124

📰 Bastion Secures Conditional OCC Nod for National Trust Bank ...

2026-09-21T00:34:00Z

📰 Bastion Secures Conditional OCC Nod for National Trust Bank Charter
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 12:25 UTC

Stablecoin infrastructure provider Bastion says the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has granted it preliminary, conditional approval to establish a national trust bank charter. The move would bring Bastion’s existing state-licensed trust activities under fede...

➤ Bastion has received preliminary, conditional approval from the U.S. OCC for a national trust bank charter, which will bring its stablecoin infrastructure services under federal oversight.
➤ The proposed entity, Bastion Platforms National Trust Company, will focus on stablecoin custody, wallets, payment infrastructure, and white-label issuance, and will not accept deposits or make loans.
➤ This development signifies a trend of stablecoin infrastructure providers seeking regulatory rigor and integration into traditional financial frameworks, following similar moves by other crypto firms.

#bastion #occ #nationaltrustbankcharter #stablecoin #custody #paymentinfrastructure #federalsupervision #regulatoryapproval #financialplumbing

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-bastion-secures-conditional-occ-nod-for-national-trust-bank-charter-308973198

📰 VanEck Challenges Metaplanet for Executive Dilution After ...

2026-09-21T00:33:48Z

📰 VanEck Challenges Metaplanet for Executive Dilution After Pay Cuts
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 17:25 UTC

Asset manager VanEck has sharply criticized Metaplanet’s executive compensation design, arguing that the company’s recent steps to reduce shareholder dilution tied to its Bitcoin treasury activity do not fully solve the underlying misalignment between management incentives and ex...

➤ VanEck criticizes Metaplanet's executive compensation, deeming it 'Bad' due to significant shareholder dilution risks tied to its Bitcoin treasury strategy.
➤ Metaplanet's equity plan and officer exposure remain substantially higher than peers, even after recent reductions, due to an auto-expanding option pool mechanism.
➤ VanEck urges Metaplanet to unwind past dilution, replace remaining rights with a shareholder-approved plan, and tie compensation to metrics like Bitcoin per fully diluted share.

#vaneck #metaplanet #executivecompensation #shareholderdilution #bitcointreasury #equityplan #corporategovernance #investoralignment #optionpool #shareholderapproval

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-van-eck-challenges-metaplanet-for-executive-dilution-after-pay-cuts-2805958113

📰 Bastion Obtains Conditional OCC Approval for National Trust ...

2026-09-21T00:33:44Z

📰 Bastion Obtains Conditional OCC Approval for National Trust Bank Charter
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 13:25 UTC

Stablecoin infrastructure provider Bastion says the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has granted it preliminary conditional approval for a U.S. trust bank charter. The development would place Bastion’s operations under federal oversight in addition to the stat...

➤ Bastion has received preliminary conditional approval from the OCC for a U.S. trust bank charter, enhancing its regulatory standing.
➤ The approved charter will allow Bastion to operate as a federally regulated entity for stablecoin custody, wallet services, and payment infrastructure, but not for deposits or loans.
➤ This development aligns with a broader trend of crypto infrastructure firms seeking U.S. banking charters to integrate more deeply into traditional financial systems.

#bastion #occ #trustbankcharter #stablecoin #federaloversight #custody #paymentinfrastructure #regulatoryapproval #financialinfrastructure

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-bastion-obtains-conditional-occ-approval-for-national-trust-bank-charter-461595273

📰 Grayscale Files Zcash ETF for 3-for-1 Forward Share Split ...

2026-09-21T00:33:42Z

📰 Kalshi Files to Launch US Crypto-Linked Perpetual Futures on ...

2026-09-21T00:33:40Z

📰 Crypto VC funding: Kaiko leads $180M week 🗓️ Sep 19 ...

2026-09-21T00:33:19Z

📰 Crypto VC funding: Kaiko leads $180M week
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 08:35 UTC

Crypto and blockchain companies announced at least $180.25 million in disclosed financing across nine deals from Sep. 12 to Sep. 18. Crypto market data provider Kaiko led the week with a $110 million round backed by several major financial institutions.…

➤ Crypto and blockchain companies secured over $180 million in disclosed financing across nine deals, with market data provider Kaiko leading the week with a $110 million round.
➤ Funding activity was concentrated in market data, stablecoin payments, tokenized credit, and institutional financial infrastructure, indicating growing institutional demand.
➤ Key players like Kaiko, Fin.com, and dtcpay received significant investments to expand their services, highlighting the ongoing development in the tokenized RWA ecosystem.

#kaiko #funding #crypto #vc #stablecoin #fincom #dtcpay #tare #tokenizedcredit #institutionalinfrastructure

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-crypto-vc-funding-kaiko-leads-180-m-week-2672798396

📰 New Crypto: Remittix Builds Toward Its Global Payments ...

2026-09-21T00:33:05Z

📰 New Crypto: Remittix Builds Toward Its Global Payments Launch as Ethereum Price Prediction Targets $6,000
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:19 UTC - markets.businessinsider.com

MAJURO, Marshall Islands, Sept. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Remittix is building toward the global launch of its crypto-to-bank payments ecosys...

➤ Remittix is nearing the global launch of its crypto-to-bank payment ecosystem, focusing on PayFi, trading, and wallet services, with its presale nearing completion.
➤ The project aims to simplify international transfers by allowing crypto payments that settle into fiat via local banking networks, without requiring recipients to have crypto wallets.
➤ This development coincides with bullish Ethereum price predictions, suggesting a potential $6,000 target, highlighting the growing institutional interest and network activity in the broader digital asset space.

#remittix #ethereum #stablecoin #payfi #cryptotobank #presale #rtx #globalpayments #defi #eth

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/markets.businessinsider-new-crypto-remittix-builds-toward-its-global-payments-launch-as-ethereum-price-prediction-targets-6-000-2652819000

📰 Strategy Stock Surges 47.65% in One Month, Tops Nasdaq 100 ...

2026-09-21T00:32:55Z

📰 Strategy Stock Surges 47.65% in One Month, Tops Nasdaq 100
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 22:20 UTC

CoinDesk reports:After Bitcoin reclaimed $80,000, Strategy's stock price strengthened significantly last Friday. Data shows that the stock closed at $153.92 on

➤ Strategy's stock (MSTR) experienced a significant surge of 47.65% in one month, outperforming other Nasdaq 100 components, driven partly by Bitcoin's rally above $80,000.
➤ While Bitcoin holdings are a major factor, MSTR's stock volatility is also influenced by its debt, preferred securities, and investor expectations, indicating a valuation beyond just its crypto assets.
➤ The company has paused Bitcoin accumulation, redirecting funds to repurchase preferred shares, and its stock exhibits amplified movements compared to Bitcoin's volatility.

#strategystock #bitcoin #nasdaq100 #mstr #tokenizedassets #corporatetreasury #preferredshares #secfilings #cryptorelatedstocks #bitcoinetf

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/kucoin-strategy-stock-surges-47-65-in-one-month-tops-nasdaq-100-3875408835

📰 Delphi Digital's latest show: Has the imitation season ...

2026-09-21T00:32:42Z

📰 Delphi Digital's latest show: Has the imitation season arrived?
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 18:26 UTC - BlockBeats

Delphi Digital discusses the current altcoin season in the crypto market, suggesting it is more akin to a structural trend rather than a broadbased rally. ...

➤ The current 'altcoin season' is characterized by concentrated gains in specific assets and new on-chain activities, rather than a broad market rally driven by new capital.
➤ The emergence of 'on-chain stocks' signifies a shift towards using crypto infrastructure to trade traditional assets, moving beyond solely crypto-native assets.
➤ The market's future direction depends on whether core assets like BTC, ETH, and SOL can break through, indicating broader capital inflow, or if the trend remains concentrated, suggesting a rotation of existing capital.

#altcoinseason #tokenization #onchainstocks #delphidigital #capitalflows #riskappetite #valuecapture #robinhoodchain #solana #rwa

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/chaincatcher-delphi-digitals-latest-show-has-the-imitation-season-arrived-2922235042

📰 Injective Powers First Onchain Trade Finance Pilot for POSCO ...

2026-09-21T00:32:34Z

📰 Injective Powers First Onchain Trade Finance Pilot for POSCO International and LG CNS
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 18:35 UTC

TLDR: POSCO International and LG CNS selected Injective for the first onchain trade finance pilot. AI agents reviewed Letters of Credit and trade documents before receivables were issued onchain. Injective is now an SEC-registered transfer agent, the first layer 1 to pair RWAs wi...

➤ Injective has successfully powered the first onchain trade finance pilot for POSCO International and LG CNS, utilizing AI agents to review trade documents and issue receivables as onchain assets.
➤ Injective is now an SEC-registered transfer agent, marking it as the first Layer 1 blockchain to integrate native RWA infrastructure with regulated recordkeeping, and has already tokenized over $1 billion in real estate mortgages.
➤ The platform aims to modernize global financial markets by bringing workflows like trade finance onchain, offering benefits such as faster settlement, enhanced programmability, and new RWA issuance models.

#injective #poscointernational #lgcns #tradefinance #onchain #aiagents #lettersofcredit #tokenizedreceivables #secregisteredtransferagent #realestatemortgages

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-injective-powers-first-onchain-trade-finance-pilot-for-posco-international-and-lg-cns-4136555660

📰 Stellar Protocol 28 Goes Live on Mainnet as Network Records ...

2026-09-21T00:32:28Z

📰 Stellar Protocol 28 Goes Live on Mainnet as Network Records 211 TPS
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:15 UTC

TLDR: Protocol 28 “Adapter” went live on the Stellar mainnet after a validator vote held in September. CAP-85 enables atomic upgrades for contract groups, while CAP-86 adds sparse functions for migrations. Stellar sustained over 211 TPS across 100 consecutive ledgers, a record no...

➤ Stellar's Protocol 28 'Adapter' has launched on the mainnet, introducing atomic upgrades for smart contracts and improved data migration functions.
➤ The network achieved a record of over 211 TPS across 100 consecutive ledgers, attributed to broader infrastructure improvements beyond Protocol 28.
➤ Tokenized assets on Stellar have reached $3.3 billion, with stablecoin supply nearing $884 million, indicating growth in RWA and digital cash adoption.

#stellar #protocol28 #mainnet #tps #tokenizedassets #stablecoins #soroban #cap85 #cap86 #cap83

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-stellar-protocol-28-goes-live-on-mainnet-as-network-records-211-tps-2634454121

📰 FET Price Tanks After SingularityNET Bridge Exploit Triggers ...

2026-09-21T00:32:20Z

📰 FET Price Tanks After SingularityNET Bridge Exploit Triggers Conversion Pause
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:35 UTC

TLDR: Fetch.ai says its contracts remain unaffected while the exploit targets SingularityNET bridge infrastructure. An unauthorized party withdrew about $1.56 million in FET from the converter, according to the alliance. AGIX-to-FET conversions remain paused while teams review th...

➤ Fetch.ai's FET token experienced a price drop following a security exploit on the SingularityNET bridge infrastructure, leading to a pause in AGIX-to-FET conversions.
➤ The exploit resulted in the unauthorized withdrawal of approximately $1.56 million in FET, though Fetch.ai stated its core contracts remain unaffected.
➤ Conversions are paused for security reviews, while FET trading continues, with the price defending key Fibonacci support levels despite the incident.

#fetchai #singularitynet #fet #agix #bridgeexploit #tokenconversion #securitybreach #artificialsuperintelligencealliance #smartcontract #cryptocurrency

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/coinmarketcap-fet-price-tanks-after-singularity-net-bridge-exploit-triggers-conversion-pause-2227552008

📰 Tokenized Stocks Just Killed Wall Street's Old Playbook ...

2026-09-21T00:32:09Z

📰 Tokenized Stocks Just Killed Wall Street's Old Playbook - Crypto Economy
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 22:02 UTC - Isai Alexei

Tokenized Stocks Just Killed Wall Street's Old Playbook, explore its impact on the crypto ecosystem, market trends, and current blockchain analysis.

➤ The SEC has approved a five-year framework allowing tokenized stock trading venues (TSVs) to operate without full exchange registration, marking a significant step for tokenized securities.
➤ This exemption favors Automated Market Makers (AMMs) for settlement, integrating DeFi infrastructure into traditional capital markets, with Coinbase, Robinhood, and Circle positioned to benefit.
➤ While this move legitimizes blockchain for NMS equities, it includes KYC/AML requirements and caps, leading to debate about whether it represents true DeFi disruption or a regulated integration.

#tokenizedstocks #sec #innovationexemption #amms #defi #wallstreet #usdc #coinbase #robinhood #circle

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/crypto-economy-tokenized-stocks-just-killed-wall-streets-old-playbook-crypto-economy-666020786

📰 Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle could be early winners of ...

2026-09-21T00:31:57Z

📰 Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle could be early winners of SEC's tokenized-stock push, analysts say
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 18:33 UTC - CryptoNews

The SEC’s tokenized-stock experiment may be narrow for now, but analysts are already pointing to Coinbase (COIN), Robinhood (HOOD) and Circle (CRCL) as potential beneficiaries if more

➤ The SEC's new innovation exemption for tokenized stocks could benefit companies like Coinbase, Robinhood, and Circle by enabling on-chain trading of U.S. securities.
➤ Coinbase is well-positioned due to its existing tokenized equity, custody services, and infrastructure platform, though it may need to adapt its trading venue to AMMs.
➤ Robinhood, despite current offshore limitations, is expected to adapt its stock token products to comply with SEC regulations, potentially including shareholder rights and voting.

#sec #tokenizedstock #coinbase #robinhood #circle #blockchain #automatedmarketmakers #shareholderrights #dividends #votingrights

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptonews-coinbase-robinhood-circle-could-be-early-winners-of-se-cs-tokenized-stock-push-analysts-say-311911700

📰 Tokenized equities have moved from pilot to a market with ...

2026-09-21T00:31:50Z

📰 Tokenized equities have moved from pilot to a market with numbers worth arguing about.
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 16:08 UTC - Charles d'Haussy

Tokenized equities have moved from pilot to a market with numbers worth arguing about. Fintech Blueprint's count: about $4 billion of market value in September, up 300% year to date, more than 3 million holders, and record monthly volume of $7.9 billion in August against $237 million in January. That is a 33x increase in eight months.

Two readings follow, and they point in opposite directions. The structural case is real. Putting a share on a ledger removes settlement delay and the collateral t...

➤ Tokenized equities have experienced significant growth, with market value increasing 300% year-to-date and monthly volume showing a 33x increase.
➤ The article presents both a structural case for tokenized equities (removing settlement delays, enabling broader access) and a skeptical case (high turnover suggesting a wrapper rather than a settlement rail).
➤ Key metrics to watch include turnover ratio and float growth to determine if a true settlement market is forming or if it remains a closed-venue wrapper.

#tokenizedequities #marketvalue #volume #settlementdelay #usequityexposure #kraken #ondo #binance #turnoverratio #earlycycle

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/linkedin-tokenized-equities-have-moved-from-pilot-to-a-market-with-numbers-worth-arguing-about-587005995

📰 Solana Tokenized Equity Holders Hit 850,000 ATH as $3.3B ...

2026-09-21T00:31:34Z

📰 Solana Tokenized Equity Holders Hit 850,000 ATH as $3.3B Flows in 30 Days
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 21:35 UTC

Solana's tokenized equity ecosystem hit 850,000 unique onchain holders ATH while $3.3B in RWA volume flowed in 30 days, led by xStocks and Backpack Securities.

➤ Solana's tokenized equity ecosystem reached an all-time high of 850,000 unique onchain holders, with $3.3 billion in RWA volume flowing in the past 30 days.
➤ This growth follows a recent SEC innovation exemption for tokenized NMS stock trading on public permissionless blockchains, removing a key objection for institutional participants.
➤ Key drivers of volume include xStocks and Backpack Securities, with tokenized equities like Nvidia, S&P 500 proxy, and pre-IPO names (Anthropic, OpenAI) showing significant holder interest.

#solana #tokenizedequity #rwavolume #secexemption #xstocks #backpacksecurities #onchainholders #nvidia #sp500proxy #preipo

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/solanacompass-solana-tokenized-equity-holders-hit-850-000-ath-as-3-3-b-flows-in-30-days-2306733727

📰 Ethereum News: ETH Holds Near $2,576 After SEC Tokenized ...

2026-09-21T00:31:20Z

📰 Ethereum News: ETH Holds Near $2,576 After SEC Tokenized Stock Ruling as Remittix Targets the Next PayFi Break
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 16:10 UTC - BTCPressWire News

Press release - BTCPressWire News - Ethereum News: ETH Holds Near $2,576 After SEC Tokenized Stock Ruling as Remittix Targets the Next PayFi Breakout - published on openPR.com

➤ The SEC has introduced a new framework for tokenized stock trading, providing a five-year exemption that could facilitate blockchain-based equities.
➤ Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $2,576, potentially benefiting from increased demand for on-chain securities infrastructure.
➤ Remittix is launching a PayFi service to convert crypto into local bank payments, aiming for a breakout in utility-led market rotation.

#sec #tokenizedstocks #ethereum #eth #remittix #rtx #payfi #blockchain #crypto #fiat

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📰 Zcash ETF Demand Accelerates: 10 Crypto Coins to Watch as ...

2026-09-21T00:31:13Z

📰 Zcash ETF Demand Accelerates: 10 Crypto Coins to Watch as Capital Rotates Beyond Bitcoin
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:28 UTC - Crypto Presale PR

Press release - Crypto Presale PR - Zcash ETF Demand Accelerates: 10 Crypto Coins to Watch as Capital Rotates Beyond Bitcoin - published on openPR.com

➤ Demand for Zcash ETFs indicates a rotation of capital beyond Bitcoin, prompting a watch list of ten cryptocurrencies across various sectors.
➤ The article categorizes these assets by their demand channels: institutional flows (ZEC), benchmark liquidity (BTC, ETH), application networks (SOL, AVAX), payments (XRP), data (LINK), DeFi (AAVE, UNI), and a presale event (Apeing).
➤ It emphasizes distinguishing between different forms of market attention, such as regulated fund inflows, retail narratives, and presale participation, to understand true demand and adoption.

#zcash #bitcoin #ethereum #solana #xrp #chainlink #avalanche #aave #uniswap #apeing

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/openpr-zcash-etf-demand-accelerates-10-crypto-coins-to-watch-as-capital-rotates-beyond-bitcoin-1499753144

📰 Crypto Overview September 2026: $807 Billion Asset Manager ...

2026-09-21T00:31:02Z

📰 Crypto Overview September 2026: $807 Billion Asset Manager Goes On-Chain While Remittix Targets the Payments M
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 19:36 UTC - BTCPressWire News

Press release - BTCPressWire News - Crypto Overview September 2026: $807 Billion Asset Manager Goes On-Chain While Remittix Targets the Payments Market - published on openPR.com

➤ Major asset manager New York Life Investment Management is tokenizing its U.S. High Yield Corporate Bond Strategy via Centrifuge, signaling increased institutional adoption of on-chain financial products.
➤ The article highlights the need for payment infrastructure (PayFi) to bridge tokenized assets with traditional banking systems, citing Remittix as a platform targeting this gap.
➤ Remittix aims to facilitate crypto-to-fiat payments and offers trading, wallet, and earning features, with its RTX token currently in presale.

#newyorklifeinvestmentmanagement #centrifuge #remittix #tokenization #highyieldcorporatebond #payfi #stablecoins #onchainfinance #rtx #assetmanager

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/openpr-crypto-overview-september-2026-807-billion-asset-manager-goes-on-chain-while-remittix-targets-the-payments-m-4152350964

📰 Michael Saylor Bets on Mass Adoption, Not a CLARITY Act Vote ...

2026-09-21T00:30:29Z

📰 Michael Saylor Bets on Mass Adoption, Not a CLARITY Act Vote
🗓️ Sep 20 2026 17:35 UTC

The CLARITY Act was supposed to offer digital assets a clearer federal framework in the United States. But on September 15, the Senate failed to advance the bill: the cloture motion failed by 49 votes to 50. So no final vote on the law, but a serious brake. In the wake, Saylor ch...

➤ The US Senate's failure to advance the CLARITY Act has led Michael Saylor to shift strategy towards accelerating mass adoption of digital financial products rather than waiting for new legislation.
➤ Saylor's strategy focuses on Bitcoin as digital capital, tokenized stocks, credit products, and stablecoins, aiming for 50 million users by offering services akin to traditional finance.
➤ Despite the legislative setback, regulatory bodies like the SEC and CFTC continue to engage with tokenization, creating a fragmented but active environment for digital assets.

#clarityact #michaelsaylor #digitalassets #tokenizedstocks #sec #cftc #massadoption #bitcoin #regulatoryframework #ussenate

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📰 DTCPay Adds SBI Group as Strategic Investor, Raises Series A ...

2026-09-20T20:35:27Z

📰 DTCPay Brings SBI Group Onboard, Extends Series A to $25M ...

2026-09-20T20:35:16Z

📰 Bastion Secures Conditional OCC Nod for National Trust Bank ...

2026-09-20T20:35:14Z

📰 VanEck Challenges Metaplanet for Executive Dilution After ...

2026-09-20T20:35:02Z

📰 Bastion Obtains Conditional OCC Approval for National Trust ...

2026-09-20T20:34:38Z

📰 Kalshi Files to Launch US Crypto-Linked Perpetual Futures on ...

2026-09-20T20:34:31Z

📰 Le Bitcoin tourne autour de 78.000$ alors que les ETF ...

2026-09-20T16:31:00Z

📰 Le Bitcoin tourne autour de 78.000$ alors que les ETF mondiaux façonnent la prochaine vague d’adoption
🗓️ Aug 30 2026 08:56 UTC - Simon Mugo

➤ Bitcoin is trading around $78,000, with global ETFs and a more pragmatic approach to retail investors seen as key drivers for the next wave of cryptocurrency adoption.
➤ Broader international distribution, increased stablecoin liquidity, and tokenized real-world asset infrastructure are expected to boost participation, with institutions increasingly viewing Bitcoin as a strategic asset.
➤ The article also touches upon the integration of blockchain infrastructure into traditional finance, including Swift's new blockchain registry and the potential use of crypto wallets by AI agents for online transactions.

#bitcoin #etf #adoption #institutionalcapital #crypto #blockchain #tokenization #stablecoins #aiagents

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/fr.investing-le-bitcoin-tourne-autour-de-78-000-alors-que-les-etf-mondiaux-faconnent-la-prochaine-vague-dadoption-1137868352

📰 Born2trade Introduces Positive Long Swaps on Gold and Silver ...

2026-09-20T16:30:46Z

📰 Born2trade Introduces Positive Long Swaps on Gold and Silver for Dynamic Account Holders
🗓️ Sep 02 2026 07:21 UTC

➤ Born2trade has launched a promotion offering positive long swaps on Gold and Silver for Dynamic account holders until December 31, 2026.
➤ This promotion allows clients to earn up to $19.99 per lot per night on long positions, rather than paying swap fees.
➤ The firm also improved swap conditions on other account types and introduced zero overnight swaps for selected Index CFDs.

#born2trade #positivelongswaps #gold #silver #dynamicaccount #xauusd #xagusd #tradingpromotion #forexbrokerage

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/financemagnates-born-2-trade-introduces-positive-long-swaps-on-gold-and-silver-for-dynamic-account-holders-1785859679

📰 Beyond traditional aid: Why Bangladesh needs to diversify ...

2026-09-20T13:27:44Z

📰 Beyond traditional aid: Why Bangladesh needs to diversify public project financing
🗓️ Sep 19 2026 19:06 UTC - Md Ashfaqul Amin Mukut

As Bangladesh marches toward its goal of becoming an upper-middle-income country and building a larger, more diversified economy, the landscape of development finance is shifting decisively, and several converging developments now compress the timeline for reform.

➤ Bangladesh needs to diversify its public project financing beyond traditional aid due to LDC graduation and declining ODA commitments.
➤ The proposed strategy involves optimizing concessional finance, de-risking projects for private investment, accessing capital markets through bonds, and introducing digital finance via tokenization.
➤ Establishing a Project Finance and Structuring Unit is crucial for ERD to evolve into a strategic financer and capital markets actor.

#bangladesh #developmentfinance #oda #projectfinancing #capitalmarkets #tokenization #debtforclimateswaps #privatesectorinvestment #sovereignbonds #digitalfinance

🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/tbsnews-beyond-traditional-aid-why-bangladesh-needs-to-diversify-public-project-financing-264934762