Financial Services

US and UK Sanctions Target Prince Holding Group Amid Fraud Allegations

US and UK impose sanctions on Prince Holding Group and Chen Zhi over online fraud allegations, prompting a defense from Cambodia.

World Liberty Financial: Tokenizing Real Estate for Retail Investors

World Liberty Financial aims to tokenize real estate assets, enabling fractional ownership for retail investors through blockchain technology.

Sony Bank Aims to Enter US Stablecoin Market with National Trust Bank Charter

Sony Bank is advancing into the US stablecoin arena by applying for a national trust bank charter to expand its financial services.

Coinbase Adds BNB to Asset Roadmap: Implications for Investors

Coinbase's addition of BNB to its roadmap indicates a potential listing, reflecting its commitment to enhancing token offerings.

Erebor Bank Gains Conditional Approval for National Charter: A New Era in Banking

Erebor Bank secures conditional approval for a national charter, marking a shift in banking and digital asset activities.

Ethereum Foundation Strengthens DeFi Commitment with Significant Investment in Morpho

Ethereum Foundation invests 2,400 ETH and $6M in stablecoins into Morpho's vaults, supporting DeFi and open-source development.

The Shift of Bitcoin from Digital Asset to Everyday Currency

In 2025, Bitcoin transitions from digital gold to everyday currency, reshaping global commerce and payment methods for consumers and businesses.

Bank Earnings Drive Modest Market Gains Amid Trade Tensions

Strong quarterly results from major U.S. banks helped lift markets on Wednesday, easing some investor concerns over U.S.-China trade tensions. Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase led the financial sector rally with notable gains.

Standard Chartered and OKX Partner for Regulated Crypto Trading in Europe

Standard Chartered partners with OKX to enhance institutional crypto trading in Europe, ensuring regulations and secure asset custody.

Ripple Partners with Absa to Enhance Digital Asset Custody in South Africa

Ripple partners with Absa to provide secure digital asset custody solutions, enhancing Ripple's presence in African markets.

Understanding Bitcoin Options Market Premiums and Trader Sentiment

Bitcoin options market is showing strong bullish sentiment, with premium levels concentrated between $115,000 and $130,000, indicating trader optimism.

CMB International Launches $3.8 Billion Money Market Fund on BNB Chain

CMB International has tokenized a $3.8 billion money market fund on BNB Chain, marking a significant advancement in blockchain financial products.

Insured Catastrophe Losses Top $100B for Sixth Year

Catastrophic losses hit $105B in 2025 so far—marking six straight years above $100B and signaling rising pressure on insurers and investors alike.

Big Banks Boom: Goldman, JPMorgan, and Citi Post Strong Profits

Wall Street’s giants are back in growth mode—Goldman, JPMorgan, and Citi beat earnings forecasts as trading and dealmaking roar back to life.

Fidelity Sees Record Bitcoin Inflows Amid Institutional Demand

Fidelity recorded $132.7 million in Bitcoin inflows, showcasing continued demand from institutional and retail investors.