Digital Assets

Brief: SoFi and Payward Link Banking Network with Kraken Infrastructure

Fintech company SoFi partners with Payward to connect its banking settlement network with Kraken’s digital asset infrastructure, advancing traditional finance and crypto market integration.

[Brief] Strive Acquires 1,110 Bitcoin for $81.5 Million

Strive announced on August 24, 2026, the acquisition of 1,110 bitcoin for $81.5 million, increasing total holdings to 21,356 BTC and ranking as the seventh-largest public company bitcoin holder. This move continues the institutional accumulation strategy during bitcoin price pullbacks, reflecting strong conviction in bitcoin’s long-term value.

Coinbase Debuts Tokenized Stocks on Base Network, Joining Race to Bring Equities on Blockchain

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase announced on August 24, 2026, the launch of tokenized stock trading on its Base network. The initial offerings include tech giants Apple, Nvidia, Meta, and Alphabet, with these tokenized shares issued under its newly established Abu Dhabi framework. This move marks Coinbase’s official entry into the tokenized equity market, competing with rivals like TradFi and Securitize.

U.S. Accounting Standards Board Proposes Stablecoin 'Cash Equivalent' Treatment

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has proposed treating qualifying stablecoins as ‘cash equivalents,’ a move that could fundamentally change how companies account for crypto holdings and accelerate stablecoin adoption in mainstream finance.

U.S. SEC Proposes First Major Crypto Market Structure Rules

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unexpectedly proposed new crypto offering rules as Congress stalls on digital asset legislation, marking the first major regulatory proposal on crypto market structure.

[Brief] Tokenized Equities Triple Market Share as Ondo, Binance and xStocks Dominate

Tokenized equities have tripled their market share, with Ondo Finance, Binance, and xStocks emerging as dominant players, accelerating the on-chain migration of traditional financial assets.

U.S. SEC Sets Meeting to Propose Reg Crypto Rule for Certain Digital Asset Offerings

Core Summary The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced it will hold a meeting this week to vote on proposing a new regulatory framework called “Reg Crypto,” aimed at providing clear compliance pathways for certain types of digital asset offerings. This marks the SEC’s first major crypto rulemaking process since its establishment, signaling a new phase in U.S. crypto asset regulation. Event Details According to CoinDesk reporting, the SEC plans to formally introduce the Reg Crypto rule proposal at its public meeting this week. The rule aims to provide exemption from registration or streamlined registration procedures for digital asset offerings that meet specific conditions, while clarifying issuers’ disclosure obligations and investor protection requirements. ...

BNY Integrates Crypto Staking into Custody Platform as Traditional Finance Accelerates Digital Asset Push

Bank of New York Mellon, one of the oldest banking institutions in the United States, has announced the integration of cryptocurrency staking services into its digital asset custody platform, providing institutional investors with a more complete digital asset service chain.

[Brief] Russia Outlines New Digital Depository Rules Ahead of Fall Crypto Framework Roll-out

Russia’s central bank has released draft rules for digital asset custody, requiring digital asset platforms to hold up to $2.8 million in liquid capital. This move paves the way for a comprehensive crypto regulatory framework coming this fall.

[Brief] Thailand SEC Alleges Bitkub Concealed Cyberattack That Led to $50 Million Hack

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission accused the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Bitkub of deliberately concealing a cyberattack, resulting in hackers stealing approximately $50 million in assets. This case highlights the severe challenges facing Southeast Asian cryptocurrency regulation.