Key Takeaways: Tether Investments proposed a merger between XXI and Jack Mallers’ Strike on April 29, 2026. The deal integrates Elektron Energy’s 50 EH/s mining fleet to capture 5% of the global Bitcoin network. Raphael Zagury would lead the new XXI entity to expand bitcoin accumulation strategies and financial services. Tether Backs Strike and Elektron…
PRESS RELEASE. As the crypto market matures, ViaBTC, a global cryptocurrency mining pool, is bringing sharper focus to blockchain’s role in modern finance. With institutional adoption increasing and speculative narratives cooling, attention is shifting towards real utility, infrastructure, and long-term sustainability. ViaBTC CEO Haipo Yang defines blockchain’s role not as a universal technology layer, but…
Key Takeaways: Mezo and Anchorage Digital Bank launched Mezo Prime to provide bitcoin yield to corporate treasuries. Over 1,000,000 bitcoin currently sitting idle in custody can now access protocol yield without commingling. Bullish has deployed 250 BTC as the debut customer, signaling a shift in institutional treasury management. Bridging the Gap for Corporate Treasuries Bitcoin‑native…
Key Takeaways: Kambi Q1 2026 revenue rose 4.9% to €43.5 million, EBITDA jumped 63.5% to €5.7 million. 60% of Q1 bets across the network were priced and traded by AI, up from 49% in 2025. CEO Werner Becher confirmed full automation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a first for the supplier. Q1 results show…
Meta has launched a new payout option allowing eligible creators in the Philippines and Colombia to receive their platform earnings in cryptocurrency. The program utilizes USD Coin (USDC), a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, and processes transactions across the Solana and Polygon blockchain networks. Mechanics of the Stablecoin Payouts To participate, eligible creators must…
PRESS RELEASE. Los Angeles, California, April 29, 2026 — RealOpen, the leading platform for buying real estate with crypto, today announced the conclusion of its collaborative “Fast Moves, Fast Payments” Holiday Campaign with TRON, the leading settlement layer for stablecoin transactions. The campaign, which ran from November 17, 2025, through February 28, 2026, offered eligible…
The mobile apps for offshore cryptocurrency exchanges Binance, Bitget, OKX, and MEXC are no longer available for download on the Apple App Store for users in the Philippines. The unavailability of these applications follows a pattern of recent regulatory actions directed at unregistered digital asset trading platforms operating in the country. App Store Search Results…
Key Takeaways: Ripple and OKX launched RLUSD across 280+ eligible spot pairs. Traders gain RLUSD collateral support, XRPL transfers, and broader liquidity. Additional OKX integrations are planned as regional availability varies. RLUSD Expands Across OKX Spot and Derivatives Markets Ripple and OKX announced on April 29 an integration to expand RLUSD access across OKX, launching…
Key Takeaways: Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD. Institutional users gain faster execution through existing sub-accounts without added KYC requirements. Cross-venue margin support is expected to improve collateral efficiency across trading venues. Ripple Prime Expands Institutional BTC Options Access Ripple Prime and Bullish (NYSE: BLSH), an institutionally focused global…
Key Takeaways: Powell holds a separate Governor term through January 2028, allowing him to stay on the Fed Board after May 15. The DOJ closed its criminal investigation into the Fed’s HQ renovation around April 24, 2026, but Powell said he is watching the remaining steps. Kevin Warsh cleared the Senate Banking Committee 13-11 on…
