Y Combinator Holds Crypto Startup Interviews in New York for First Time

Prominent startup incubator Y Combinator has held crypto startup interviews in New York for the first time, signaling the crypto industry’s expansion from Silicon Valley to financial centers. Previously, Y Combinator’s crypto-related interviews were primarily held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The choice of New York reflects Wall Street’s growing interest in crypto technology. Startups interviewed span DeFi, stablecoin infrastructure, tokenization, and other sectors. This trend suggests accelerating convergence between traditional finance and crypto technology. ...

2026-05-07 01:58 · crypto · goodinfo.net

[Flash] CFTC Looks to Cement Non-Custodial Software Developer Protections

[Flash] The CFTC is considering writing rules to further cement its stance on whether software developers should register as brokers with the agency, following its no-action letter to Phantom wallet. The move aims to provide clearer regulatory framework for non-custodial software development in the crypto industry.

2026-05-06 06:12 · crypto · goodinfo.net