CZ Introduces New BNB Chain Prediction Market with Launch of Predict.fun
Binance founder CZ announced Predict.fun, a new BNB Chain native prediction market that is entering a competitive field dominated by Polymarket and Kalshi.
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The DeFi & FinTech section explores the expanding world of decentralized finance and next-generation financial technology. From lending protocols, staking platforms, and liquidity ecosystems to digital banking, payments innovation, and emerging fintech models, this category covers the tools reshaping how value moves across the digital economy. Readers get clear insights into major developments, integrations, and trends transforming both DeFi and traditional financial technology.
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Binance Appoints Yi He as Co-CEO, Exchange Approaches 300 Million Users
Binance has appointed co-founder Yi He as co-CEO, expanding its senior leadership structure. Meanwhile, the company has approached 300 million global users.
Kraken to Acquire Backed Finance to Expand Tokenized Asset Offering
Kraken has reached an agreement to acquire Backed Finance, a firm that tokens traditional assets like stocks and ETFs.
European Banks Form qivalis to Launch Euro-Pegged Stablecoin
A consortium of 10 major European banks has created a new company, qivalis, to develop a euro-based stablecoin aimed at strengthening Europe’s position in digital payments.
Poland’s President Blocks Crypto Asset Bill amid Regulatory and Market Tensions
Poland’s president vetoed legislation intended to align the country with EU crypto-asset rules, setting up a regulatory gap.
Kalshi Expands into Tokenized Contracts to Target Crypto Traders
Kalshi has launched tokenized versions of its event contracts on Solana as it aims to attract crypto-native traders and boost liquidity across its prediction markets.
HashKey Secures HKEX Approval as It Prepares for Planned $500 Million IPO
HashKey Holdings has cleared its Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing hearing, which will allow the company to advance plans for a potential $500 million initial public…
Sony Explores Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin for Game and Anime Payments
Sony Bank is evaluating a US dollar-pegged stablecoin as part of a broader push to streamline payments across Sony’s gaming and anime ecosystem, with potential issuance…
Ripple Gains MAS Approval to Expand Regulated Payment Services in Singapore
Ripple secured approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore to broaden activities under its Major Payment Institution license, strengthening its regulated presence in a key Asia…
Visa Expands Stablecoin Settlement with Aquanow Partnership Across CEMEA Region
Visa has partnered with Aquanow to expand stablecoin settlement capabilities across the CEMEA region, enabling issuers and acquirers to settle transactions using USDC for faster, lower-cost…
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest Increases Exposure to Crypto Equities amid Market Correction
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has intensified its purchasing of crypto-linked equities, spending over $93 million in a single day to acquire shares in companies including Block,…
Coinbase Ventures Reveals 2026 Investment Roadmap: RWA, AI, and Next-Gen DeFi
A primary focus for Coinbase Ventures is the expansion of RWA perpetuals beyond conventional crypto assets.