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Citi Predicts Tokenization Market to Reach $5.5 Trillion
Citi forecasts the tokenized securities market will grow to $5.5 trillion by 2030, driven by blockchain adoption and stablecoin demand.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Trump's Immigration Executive Order May Impact Stablecoin Market
Trump's recent executive order may push undocumented immigrants away from traditional banking and into the crypto market, raising concerns about potential consequences.
Mercation Admin5 min - Crypto
US Regulator Approves 24/7 Trading of Crypto Derivatives
The CFTC has approved 24/7 trading of crypto derivatives, highlighting risks for other asset classes and mandating compliance from platforms.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
Ripple reportedly spearheading $1 billion XRP treasury initiative
Ripple Labs is reportedly leading an initiative to raise at least $1 billion for a new public-market vehicle focused on accumulating XRP, testing institutional demand in a cooling market.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
JPMorgan CEO Criticizes CLARITY Act Over Stablecoin Yields
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon criticized the CLARITY Act, claiming it lacks adequate consumer protections for stablecoin yields, amid rising tensions between banks and crypto firms.
Mercation Admin1 min - News
JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon Criticizes Coinbase's CEO Over Clarity Act
JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon criticized Coinbase's Brian Armstrong over the Clarity Act, claiming Armstrong is the sole advocate spending heavily on it.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
Dimon Intensifies Criticism of Stablecoin Rewards in CLARITY Act Discussion
JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon warns the CLARITY Act may fail without addressing banks' concerns on stablecoin rewards, escalating tensions with Coinbase.
Mercation Admin4 min - Crypto
Wintermute Links Kalshi and Polymarket by Providing Liquidity
Wintermute is now providing liquidity to Polymarket and Kalshi, enhancing trading efficiency in the prediction market space.
Mercation Admin2 min - News
Paxos Secures SEC Approval for Blockchain-Based Stock Clearing
Paxos Securities Settlement Company has received SEC approval to provide clearing and settlement services, marking a significant milestone for blockchain in traditional finance.
Mercation Admin3 min - News
U.S. Treasury Secretary Rules Out Digital Dollar
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has ruled out the introduction of a central bank digital currency, aligning with the previous administration's stance.
Mercation Admin1 min - Crypto
OKX Ventures acquires $53 million stake in Coinone exchange
OKX Ventures and Korea Investment & Securities will each invest $53 million for significant stakes in Coinone, enhancing their presence in the Korean crypto market.
Mercation Admin3 min - Crypto
XRP Surges Past $1.30 Amid Volume Spike, Yet Bears Retain Dominance
XRP has bounced back above $1.30 after a surge in trading volume, but it still faces significant resistance and bearish sentiment in the broader market.
Mercation Admin3 min