Solana Positions Itself as Backbone for AI-Driven Agentic Internet
Solana Foundation says AI agents are driving onchain activity, with the network emerging as key infrastructure for machine-to-machine payments.
Blockchain
Blockchain is a distributed digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers in a secure and transparent way. Each block contains a set of transactions and is cryptographically linked to the previous one, making the data extremely difficult to alter. Because blockchains operate without a central authority, they enable decentralized systems where users can verify information independently. This technology forms the foundation of cryptocurrencies, smart contracts, and many Web3 applications. Beyond finance, blockchain is also explored for use cases such as supply chains, digital identity, and data integrity.
ECB Targets Summer Deadline for Digital Euro Standards
The ECB aims to finalize key digital euro standards by summer, preparing banks and merchants for future rollout.
Bitpanda Launches Vision Chain to Connect EU Banks with Tokenized Assets
Bitpanda unveils Vision Chain, a blockchain network for European banks and fintechs to issue and settle tokenized assets under MiCA and MiFID II, using euro-denominated stablecoins.
Solana Launches Developer Platform with Mastercard and Western Union
By
Andrew Collins
• 2 mins read
Solana unveils a new developer platform for institutions, onboarding Mastercard, Western Union and Worldpay.
NYSE Partners with Securitize to Advance Tokenized Securities Market
By
Matthew Clarke
• 2 mins read
NYSE teams up with Securitize to build infrastructure for tokenized securities and blockchain-based settlement.
Bitcoin Miners Help Drive Nuclear Power Revival as AI Energy Demand Surges
By
Michael Turner
• 3 mins read
Rising energy demand from artificial intelligence data centers is accelerating interest in nuclear power. Bitcoin miners were early adopters of nuclear energy for high-performance computing infrastructure.
Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Program to Bridge Blockchain and Payments
By
Matthew Clarke
• 2 mins read
Mastercard launches Crypto Partner Program with 85+ partners to connect blockchain systems with banks, merchants, and global payments for real-world use cases.
Ripple Targets April for Australian Financial License Through Acquisition
By
Emily Carter
• 2 mins read
Ripple plans to obtain an Australian Financial Services License through the acquisition of BC Payments Australia, expanding its regulated payments infrastructure in the region.
US Prosecutors Request October 2026 Retrial for Tornado Cash Co-Founder Roman Storm
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Matthew Clarke
• 2 mins read
US prosecutors are seeking an October 2026 retrial for Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm on unresolved money laundering and sanctions charges after a hung jury in his initial trial.
Wall Street Channels $540M Into US Spot Solana ETFs in Q4
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David Walker
• 2 mins read
US institutions invested $540 million in spot Solana ETFs during Q4, with investment advisers and hedge funds leading allocations, highlighting growing institutional engagement in SOL.