The world of traditional finance (TradFi) is on the cusp of a profound transformation, driven by the relentless innovation of blockchain technology. While the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs marked a significant milestone, it was merely the first step. The real convergence, where TradFi’s vast capital meets the efficiency and transparency… Listen ⇢

The post Caitlin Long: Ripple Hamstrung by SEC Crackdown, XRP Won’t Be Treasury’s Pick appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple is once again at the center of controversy after financial expert Caitlin Long delivered strong criticism against the company and XRP. Known for her work in the Bitcoin space… Listen ⇢

Coinbase will soon lower the fee-free benefit of USDC to US dollar conversions to $5 million as the exchange has missed revenue expectations for two quarters running. Coinbase will start levying a 0.1% fee for conversions of the stablecoin USDC to US dollars for net conversions above $5 million, as… Listen ⇢

The post Top Public Companies Holding XRP appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Since mid-2024, a growing number of public companies have started holding XRP as part of their treasury strategies. While Bitcoin and Ethereum dominated headlines in the past, big names like Japan’s SBI Holdings and smaller U.S. tech… Listen ⇢

Crypto analysts echoed the positive sentiment around Bitcoin, with some speculating it could jump to $125,000 in the near term. Sentiment among crypto market participants has again turned bullish following a modest price increase in several major cryptocurrencies over the past 24 hours. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index rose… Listen ⇢

Trump’s 100% chip tariffs threaten US crypto miners’ profits and operations. Mining stocks fell as companies face rising equipment costs and potential offshore relocations. Market Response and Stock Performance President Trump announced 100% tariffs on imported chips and semiconductors on Wednesday. The tariffs exempt only companies manufacturing domestically within the… Listen ⇢

Ethena’s ENA token has shed 3% in the past 24 hours, mirroring the broader crypto market’s decline as bearish sentiment gains momentum.  The drop comes just a few days after the token posted strong gains, with traders now gearing for a potential reversal that could erase all of its recent… Listen ⇢

As part of an initiative to internationalize the renminbi (Chinese Yuan) and enhance its competitiveness against the US dollar, China is poised to launch its first stablecoin. Meanwhile, the US is making significant progress toward its mission of becoming the crypto capital of the world. Despite this ambitious plan, concerns… Listen ⇢

A Manhattan federal jury found Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm guilty of conspiring to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business. As Inner City Press reported on August 6, the jury returned a mixed verdict by finding Storm not guilty of sanctions evasion under IEEPA, and unable to reach a unanimous… Listen ⇢