The Rise of DeFi vs Traditional Banking: Can Permissionless Finance Replace Wall Street?
A Financial Revolution in Real Time Just a decade ago, the idea of sending money without banks or trading assets without brokers sounded impossible. Today, it’s happening every second on decentralized networks. Decentralized Finance, better known as DeFi, promises a financial system without gatekeepers like Wall Street, banks, or middlemen.
Blockchain Beyond Crypto: How Decentralized Technology Is Transforming Supply Chains, Healthcare, and Governance
Blockchain is often associated with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, but its potential goes far beyond digital coins. From securing global supply chains to revolutionizing healthcare records and even reshaping governance, blockchain is emerging as a transformative technology that promises transparency, efficiency, and trust. For businesses and governments alike, understanding
Streamex Shares Jump 20% Following Launch of Gold-Backed Stablecoin Pre-Sale
Streamex Corp. shares surged over 20 per cent on Monday as the company unveiled plans for a pre-sale of its gold-backed stablecoin, GLDY. The digital asset promises investors exposure to physical gold while offering an annualised yield of up to 4 per cent. The pre-sale, set to open for qualified
India Criticises ‘Unbacked Crypto’ as RBI Unveils New Digital Currency Initiative
India has reiterated its cautious stance toward cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin while announcing fresh plans for a Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-backed digital currency. The move reflects the country’s preference for sovereign-backed digital solutions over unregulated crypto assets. Government Unveils RBI-Backed Digital Currency PlanCommerce Minister Piyush Goyal revealed that India
Here’s What Happened in Crypto Today: Record Inflows, Banking Shake-Up, and DefiLlama Delisting
Crypto markets witnessed a flurry of major developments today as digital asset funds broke new records, a new law threatened traditional banks, and DefiLlama took a decisive step against questionable trading data. Here’s a round-up of the key highlights shaping the day in crypto. Crypto Funds Break Records with $5.95
A7A5 Emerges as the Largest Non-US Dollar Stablecoin Despite Sanctions
A7A5, a Russian ruble-backed stablecoin issued in Kyrgyzstan, has become the world’s largest non-US dollar stablecoin, despite being under heavy international sanctions and scrutiny. The token’s market value surged 250 per cent in a single day to reach a capitalisation of around 500 million dollars, surpassing all other non-dollar rivals,
Crypto Venture Capitalists Grow Cautious as Market Matures
Crypto venture capitalists are taking a far more measured approach to investments in 2025, stepping away from hype-driven narratives and focusing on projects with proven utility and sustainable growth, according to industry executives. Bullish Capital: No More “Ethereum Killer” Bets Sylvia To, director at Bullish Capital Management, said that venture
Sam Bankman-Fried Says Handing FTX to New CEO Was His “Biggest Mistake”
Sam Bankman-Fried, the imprisoned founder of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has claimed that his “single biggest mistake” during the company’s downfall was handing control to its new management, a decision he says cost him a final chance to save the $32 billion firm. Bankman-Fried Reflects on FTX’s Collapse In
Wall Street Turns to IPO-Ready Crypto Firms as Altcoin Market Waits
Wall Street’s attention is shifting from early-stage digital assets to established cryptocurrency firms preparing to go public, with billions in capital at stake. Analysts suggest this trend could reshape the next phase of the crypto market cycle and redefine what an “altcoin season” looks like. Billions in Crypto IPOs on
Bitcoin Futures Turn Aggressively Long as $110,000 Gap Remains Unfilled
Bitcoin futures markets have shifted towards bullish momentum this October, with whales stepping up aggressive long positions. Despite expectations of a retracement, a $110,000 price gap in CME Group’s Bitcoin futures remains unfilled, fuelling speculation over the next move for the cryptocurrency. Futures Buyers Drive Uptober Momentum October has brought
