Mastercard Building Blockchain Network to Link Traditional Finance and Digital Assets
Mastercard is developing a blockchain-based Multi-Token Network designed to connect traditional financial institutions with the digital asset ecosystem, according to a report from Business Insider. The initiative is led by Raj Dhamodharan, Mastercard’s executive vice president of blockchain and digital…
Metaplanet Buys 160 More Bitcoin, Now Holds Over 4,200 BTC
Metaplanet is going all-in on Bitcoin. The company just picked up another 160 BTC—bringing its total stash to 4,206 Bitcoin as it keeps ramping up its buying spree. The Tokyo-based firm shared the news on Wednesday, saying it spent about…
Circle Wants to Go Public—Files for IPO to Land on NYSE
Circle just made a big move—it filed for a traditional IPO, making it clear that it wants to bridge crypto with the world of regulated finance. The USDC issuer is moving from private to public, and this signals a big…
Kristin Smith Leaves Blockchain Association to Lead New Solana Policy Institute
After five powerful years leading the Blockchain Association, Kristin Smith is moving on. Her last day as CEO will be May 16—but she’s not stepping away from crypto. Starting May 19, she’ll take the reins as President of the Solana…
Tether Quietly Becomes One of Bitcoin’s Largest Whales With $8.44B in Holdings
Tether isn’t just playing in the crypto sandbox anymore—it’s rewriting the rules. Its ongoing Bitcoin buys show a thoughtful strategy that blends crypto with its bigger business picture. On March 31, 2025, Tether grabbed 8,888 BTC worth $735 million—part of…
Trump Family Acquires Majority Stake in World Liberty Financial
World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) initiative aimed at delivering cryptocurrency-based financial services, has undergone a significant leadership transformation. An entity linked to former President Donald Trump has supplanted the original founders, securing a 60% equity stake and…
Circle Gears Up for IPO With Bank Hires, Eyes Late April Filing: Report
Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is moving closer to an initial public offering (IPO) with plans to file by late April. The company has engaged major financial institutions, including JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Citigroup Inc.,…