Key Takeaways Securitize posted record Q1 2026 revenue of $19.5M, up 39%, led by a 201% jump in asset servicing fees. Blackrock’s BUIDL and NYSE partnerships drove institutional growth as the tokenized RWA market reached $31B by March 31. Securitize’s SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, valued at $1.25B, is expected to close in
Key Takeaways Tether’s USDT supply grew by over $5 billion, reaching approximately $189.7 billion. USDC, USDe, and PYUSD lost a combined $4.2 billion as net stablecoin growth stalls at just 0.3%. Ethena’s USDe is down 34% year-to-date since October 2025, signaling structural pressure on synthetic dollars. Tether Consolidates Grip as Rivals Retreat According to data,
Key Takeaways Wintermute launched Armitage, with 2 USDC vaults live on Morpho. Wintermute’s $10B daily trading reach brings institutional capital into DeFi lending. Armitage plans cross-chain expansion as firms push institutional infrastructure onchain. Wintermute Deploys Active Lending on Morpho With New Vault Curator Crypto market maker Wintermute is expanding deeper into decentralized finance ( DeFi)
Key Takeaways HYPE ETFs outpaced bitcoin ETFs on three of their first six trading days. HYPE ETF issuers bought 2.5x more tokens than Hyperliquid’s burn fund removed. Solana led adjusted ETF inflows as institutions expanded beyond bitcoin and ether. HYPE ETF Gains Traction as Investors Rotate Beyond Bitcoin and Ether The first spot exchange-traded funds
Key Takeaways Markets now price the Fed holding rates at 3.50%-3.75% through 2026, ending earlier bets on cuts. Kalshi and Polymarket traders have placed over $42M combined on no rate change at the June 17 Fed meeting. New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s hawkish stance on inflation and balance sheet keeps borrowing costs elevated. Markets Price
Key Takeaways Wallets linked to a16z crypto have accumulated 2.11M HYPE worth $90.87M since mid-April. The position ranks 6th largest among HYPE holders, with 1.3M tokens worth $51M staked long-term. Bitwise’s BHYP ETF and 21shares’ THYP now give U.S. investors regulated exposure to HYPE in 2026. Data Points to a16z as the Largest External HYPE
Key Takeaways Senator Lummis believes the U.S. must immediately pass the CLARITY Act to avoid losing global crypto leadership to China and Europe. China’s digital yuan and Europe’s MiCA framework have given rivals a regulatory edge over U.S. firms. The GENIUS and CLARITY acts are advancing in the Senate, targeting a 2026 vote. US Cannot
Key Takeaways K33’s Vetle Lunde says $60K was likely the 2026 bitcoin bear market’s maximum drawdown. Funding rates have been negative for 81 consecutive days, signaling uniquely pessimistic market sentiment. K33 projects bitcoin consolidating between $60,000 and $75,000 with no repeat of 80%-plus crashes. Bitcoin’s Downside Capped at $60K In a research note published this
Key Takeaways KSA letter bans first yellow card and first corner bets ahead of 2026 World Cup, threatens immediate enforcement. Dutch coalition agreement bundles online gambling with sex work and drugs under “sober policy” section. Coalition proposes complete gambling ad ban and license caps on top of existing sponsorship restrictions. KSA Threatens Instant Sanctions on
Key Takeaways Prosecutors said additional cryptocurrency investors lost money after Giri’s guilty plea was entered. Authorities linked the fraud scheme to more than $10 million in investor funds. Investigators said newer deposits were used to repay earlier participants in the operation. Ohio Crypto Fraud Scheme Leads to 9-Year Sentence A cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme that