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The tokenized stocks narrative is gaining major momentum following the launch of Coinbase’s tokenized stocks trading services and the successful rollout of the Edel Finance ($EDEL) testnet, which has seen well over $1.5 million in mock stocks traded in just one week since going live.—Interest in on-chain equities is rising among retail, experienced traders, and institutions alike, driven by the added value that tokenized stocks can offer compared to traditional alternatives. Faster settlement, global accessibility, improved transparency, and new ways to deploy capital are reshaping how equities can be traded and managed.The industry is also expanding in scope, not just…

Ferrari is set to release 100 unique tokens of its iconic 499P hypercar on Algorand to its Ferrari Hyperclub members. Holders can trade the token or use it to acquire a real-life Ferrari 499P hypercar. Luxury sports carmaker Ferrari is expanding its brand’s footprint into the crypto space with the announcement of a new initiative: the Token Ferrari 499P on Algorand. The Italian company will release this token exclusively to members of Ferrari’s Hyperclub, a select group that is limited to just 100 members. The token holders will have the unique opportunity to trade this token and even use it…

Arizona could become one of the first U.S. states to exempt Ethereum (ETH) from state taxes. Lawmakers have introduced a proposal that, if approved, would make ETH tax-free at the state level. The move is more than a simple tax adjustment. Experts say it signals deeper integration of Ethereum into the financial system. It could encourage both individuals and businesses to use ETH for payments, investments, and other financial activities within Arizona. Why This Matters Currently, most states treat cryptocurrency like other property for tax purposes. This means that gains from ETH transactions are subject to capital gains taxes. Exempting…

Crypto treasury company Strategy has filed for an initial public offering of a euro-denominated perpetual stock amid its ongoing strategy to accumulate Bitcoin. Strategy said on Monday that it plans to offer 3.5 million shares of the stock under the ticker STRE, with the net proceeds from their sales being used to buy Bitcoin (BTC) and for general business purposes. The stock provides a 10% yearly cumulative dividend on the stated amount of 100 euros ($115), paid quarterly starting on Dec. 31. Strategy said that the STRE stock is only for “qualified investors” in the EU and UK, and the…

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, a pro-crypto United States lawmaker, said the recent proposal from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller to give crypto companies access to “skinny” master accounts would end debanking under Operation Chokepoint 2.0. Waller proposed the idea at the Payments Innovation Conference in October, allowing crypto and fintech startups, including payment-only banks, access to accounts at the Federal Reserve similar to the “master accounts” used by banks, but with restrictions. Lummis said: “Governor Waller’s skinny master account framework ends Operation Chokepoint 2.0 and opens the door to real payments innovation. Faster payments, lower costs, better security — this…

Stablecoins have become an important component of the evolving digital payments ecosystem, particularly as businesses and platforms explore blockchain-based settlement models. Among these, USD Coin (USDC) is often referenced for its role in enabling price-stable transactions while supporting broader blockchain interoperability. As adoption increases, interest in web3 payment solutions continues to grow across e-commerce, digital services, and cross-border trade. USDC is designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar, which helps address one of the primary concerns associated with cryptocurrency usage—price volatility. This stability has positioned USDC as a practical option for transactional use rather than speculative activity.…

According to Cryptowzrd’s latest technical outlook, Ethereum ended the session with an indecisive close, offering little clarity on immediate direction. With the weekend likely to bring thinner liquidity, patience remains key as the focus shifts to waiting for a cleaner structure and a more reliable scalp opportunity to emerge. Tight Ranges Signal Indecision As Volatility Wanes Cryptowzrd went on to explain that Ethereum’s daily candle closed indecisively, mirroring the lack of clear direction seen across the broader market. ETHBTC also ended the session without conviction, reinforcing the idea that momentum remains muted for now. The uncertainty extended to the higher…

Digital asset treasuries will soon evolve beyond being “static vaults” for well-known cryptocurrencies and instead look to offer tokenized real-world assets, stablecoins and other assets that generate yield, according to crypto executives. “The next phase of Web3 treasuries is about turning balance sheets into active networks that can stake, restake, lend, or tokenize capital under transparent, auditable conditions,” said Maja Vujinovic, the CEO of Ether (ETH) treasury company FG Nexus. “The lines between a treasury and a protocol balance sheet are already blurring, and the firms that treat treasuries as productive, onchain ecosystems will be the ones that outperform.” The…

China has updated the operating rules of its Cross-Border Interbank Payment System, formally setting a mixed settlement structure ahead of 2026. Under the revised framework, the system must process single cross-border renminbi payments using real-time gross settlement, while batch transactions must clear through timed net settlement. As a result, payments now follow two clearly separated tracks. Individual transfers settle one by one, immediately and irrevocably, reducing settlement risk between counterparties. At the same time, high-volume batch payments move through scheduled netting cycles, allowing the system to offset obligations and improve liquidity efficiency. In addition, the rules give the CIPS operator…

Key Takeaways In the past two days, BitMine Immersion has moved 342,560 ETH into staking. To support long-term ETH staking returns, BitMine is building MAVAN, the Made in America Validator Network. BitMine Immersion, one of the largest digital asset treasury entities, has staked 342,560 Ethereum worth about $1 billion over the past two days, according to data tracked by Lookonchain. The company, led by Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, reported holding more than four million ETH, equal to approximately 3.4% of the total supply, in its most recent filing. On-chain data show that the figure has since risen as the firm continued…