London Metal Exchange Explores Hong Kong Metal Tokens for Financing
LME is exploring tokenized off-warrant metals in Hong Kong for financing, Reuters reports. The proposal remains at an early stage.
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Bitwise’s Bull Case Puts Bitcoin at $3.67M by 2036
Bitwise models Bitcoin at $1.6 million in its 2036 base case and $3.67 million in its bull case, with adoption assumptions and significant risks.
Ripple and Coinbase Expand RLUSD Access Across Trading Platforms
RLUSD goes live on Coinbase’s retail and institutional platforms across XRPL, Base and Ethereum, while Global Exchange collateral support remains planned.
Ethena Pay Launches Earn+ Targeting Up to 12% APY
Ethena Pay’s optional Earn+ vault targets up to 12% APY through a leveraged USDe strategy, with tier-based limits and variable rewards.
Google Previews Crypto Custody Security Service for 2027 Launch
Google’s MPC service is being tested by financial institutions and Alphabet, with commercial availability planned for early 2027.
Coinbase, Bithumb and Korean Finance Firms Report Data Incidents as CZ Urges Security Checks
Data incidents at Coinbase, Bithumb, Daishin and Mirae Asset have different confirmed impacts. CZ urges stronger login, withdrawal and anti-phishing controls.
Bessent Backs SEC and CFTC Crypto Rules After CLARITY Act Setback
Scott Bessent backs SEC and CFTC action after the CLARITY setback, while arguing that dollar stablecoins can expand demand for US government debt.
Ripple and Robinhood Team Up on RLUSD and Institutional Finance
RLUSD is live on Robinhood Chain and Bitstamp, with Robinhood app access planned this year as the firms expand treasury and brokerage ties.
Ripple Adds 24/7 Returns and AI Automation to Corporate Treasury
Ripple adds AI automation and 24/7 Returns to corporate treasury, with qualifying RLUSD balances eligible and companies choosing workflow approval settings.