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Crypto ETFs go mainstream as traditional finance locks in
As traditional finance deepens its footprint, issuers say ETFs are reshaping access, liquidity, and the global structure of digital asset investing.
Strategy posts $12.54 billion Q1 loss on declining bitcoin price
The price of bitcoin fell from about $87,000 to $68,000 during the first three months of 2026.
Drift outlines a recovery plan for users after $295 million DPRK-linked exploit
The lending protocol proposed tokenized claims, a revenue-backed pool and a security overhaul as it works with law enforcement to recover the stolen funds.
Tokenization won't disrupt banking rails but improve them, Wall Street executives say
Executives from Citigroup, JPMorgan and DTCC said at Consensus that genuine client demand is driving real-world use of tokenized assets.
Bitcoin extends gains to $81,500 as tokenization push lifts Bullish, Galaxy, Centrifuge
Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said.
Solana’s 'Alpenglow' upgrade could arrive next quarter, co-founder Yakovenko says
Speaking at Consensus Miami 2026, the Solana co-founder said that he is excited to see 'Alpenglow' upgrade go live later this year, which could come as early as next quarter.
Western Union’s Solana-based stablecoin could reshape its payment model, analyst says
Western Union launched USDPT, a dollar-backed stablecoin on Solana, issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, for 24/7 settlement with agents and partners.
Figure targets Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in mortgage push, citing massive cost cuts for borrowers
The firm offers rapid service, targeting the sub-$300,000 loan segment, with HELOC applications approved in 5 minutes and funding in 3 days.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says Clarity better than chaos as Senate hits key moment
The crypto market structure Clarity Act needs to get to its next step, a Senate hearing, this month to have a reasonable chance, Garlinghouse said.
Wall Street warns human-built markets can’t keep up with machine-speed trading
Legacy financial systems face pressure as tokenization and real-time trading push markets toward always-on, automated infrastructure, panelists at Consensus in Miami said on Tuesday.
