Posts tagged as "Web3"
The global payments leader Mastercard is shifting gears in its crypto strategy. After Zerohash declined a full buyout to stay independent, the two parties are now negotiating a minority stake or strategic funding round. This approach would grant Mastercard deeper access to Zerohash’s robust technology stack and expanding client network without assuming complete ownership. Industry […]
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a notable decline in early Asian trading on Monday, retreating from recent gains as escalating geopolitical tensions and delays in U.S. crypto legislation pressured risk assets. The leading cryptocurrency traded down approximately 2-3% to levels near $92,500, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs on several European nations tied to his […]
Belgium’s second-largest bank, KBC Group, has announced a groundbreaking step into the digital asset space. Starting the week of February 16, 2026, retail clients will gain access to spot trading of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) directly through the bank’s popular online investment platform, Bolero. This positions KBC as the pioneering Belgian financial institution to […]
Major Regulatory Leap for Crypto Integration President Alexander Lukashenko signed Decree No. 19, titled On Crypto Banks and Certain Issues of Control in the Sphere of Digital Tokens, on January 16, 2026. This presidential order introduces a structured legal pathway for institutions to merge cryptocurrency operations with conventional banking services. The policy designates crypto banks […]
Why Tokenized RWAs Dominate Crypto Growth Real-world asset tokenization has solidified its position as the crypto industry’s most dynamic segment. This surge stems from massive institutional capital inflows, bridging traditional finance with blockchain technology. Prominent players like BlackRock and J.P. Morgan have introduced blockchain versions of conventional investment vehicles, including funds, bonds, and treasuries. Their […]
Dubai, UAE, 16th January 2026, Chainwire
The crypto industry has entered a new phase: investors are no longer chasing the shiniest new protocol or triple-digit yields. Instead, billions are flowing into a fast-emerging category—on-chain neobanks—consumer-focused platforms that make decentralized finance feel as simple as Venmo or Revolut while keeping full self-custody. This pivot marks the moment crypto moves from speculation to […]
London, United Kingdom, 15th January 2026, Chainwire
Prediction markets like Polymarket are exploding in popularity, and insider trading—once a taboo in traditional finance—is now viewed by some as a feature that accelerates market truth. Spotting and copying these suspicious high-confidence trades has evolved into its own profitable industry. Here are key visuals of the Polymarket platform in action: In October 2025, a […]
2026 has kicked off with intense global momentum. After the geopolitical turbulence and tariff impacts of 2025, Switzerland once again stands at the epicenter of world finance and innovation. This January, the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos draws global leaders—including the anticipated presence of Donald Trump—while the exclusive Crypto Finance Conference (CFC) […]
George Town, British Virgin Islands, 14th January 2026, Chainwire
Moscow, Russia – January 14, 2026 – Russia is poised for a significant evolution in its cryptocurrency landscape. According to reports from state news agency TASS and interviews with key lawmakers, the State Duma has finalized a draft bill that will remove cryptocurrencies from the country’s “special financial regulation” category, paving the way for broader, […]