DeFi connected to Bitcoin has been reshaped as funding and access have moved toward TradFi: JPMorgan has explored accepting BTC and ETH as loan collateral, and Fidelity has added Solana trading for eligible U.S. clients, influencing liquidity, spreads, and settlement paths.
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Year: 2025
Crypto.com Wants a National Trust Bank License – What Would a Federal License Really Change?
Crypto.com has pursued OCC approval that would bring its Trust and custody services under a National charter, aligning operations with bank supervision across blockchains, ETFs, and institutions while addressing governance and compliance expectations.
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PolyMarket Airdrop Confirmed – Here’s What You Need to Know Ahead
Polymarket has confirmed a token, while an airdrop has been referenced as a post-U.S. launch priority. The platform has reported over 95% share, weekly volumes above $700M, and new backing, as analysts have outlined likely governance and fee roles.
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Why Bill Gates did a cameo in an iconic Indian TV drama
Microsoft founder and philanthropist makes a surprise appearance in former federal minister Smriti Irani’s show.
Warships, fighter jets and the CIA – what is Trump’s endgame in Venezuela
President Trump says he wants to tackle the drugs trade but many believe he is trying to dislodge President Nicolas Maduro.
Gaza children dying as they wait for Israel to enable evacuations
Around 15,000 Gazans are waiting for urgent medical treatment, according to the UN.
Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case
Speaking outside court, James accused Trump of using the justice department as a “vehicle of retribution”.
Brazil’s Lula, 79, to seek fourth term as president
The 79-year-old says he has “the same energy I had when I was 30” as he announces plan to run in 2026.
German police seize fake Picassos in multi-million euro forgery raid
Authorities say a 77-year-old German tried to sell copies of works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt.
Rep. Maxine Waters Lambasts Trump’s CZ Pardon In Scathing Statement
Maxine Waters has criticized Donald Trump’s pardon of Binance founder CZ, noting his 2023 guilty plea and penalties. She has argued the move has raised investor protection concerns and renewed debate over Binance’s leadership and the possibility of CZ returning to an executive role.
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