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Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) is moving closer to mainstream finance, though its short-term impact on crypto markets may remain limited. NYDIG says longer-term value will depend on how open, connected, and regulated these assets become across blockchain networks.

Bhutan is pushing its digital economy forward by placing portions of its traditional reserves on blockchain infrastructure. As tokenized real-world assets gain momentum, the country is securing an early foothold. The introduction of TER, a gold-backed token from Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), strengthens Bhutan’s ongoing blockchain plans.

The UK is moving quickly to strengthen its position in digital finance as part of its 2026 growth plan. Pound-pegged stablecoins are now the central play in a regulatory push to keep the country competitive as Europe develops new rules. Clear timelines, new testing routes, and pressure from nearby markets are pushing the region toward a more structured stablecoin system.

Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, is facing growing pressure as it challenges MSCI’s plan to exclude crypto-treasury firms from major stock indexes. Strategy, which holds the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin reserve, warned that the proposal misjudges how digital-asset treasuries operate. More so, the plan risks distorting fair index standards.

Shiba Inu is moving through a quiet but steady phase as the broader crypto market works toward a gradual recovery. Price action stays compressed between $0.0000085 and $0.000009, creating a stable zone while traders wait for a clearer shift in sentiment. Even with the calm movement on charts, several ecosystem updates show the project continues to focus on long-term progress.

Pressure is mounting ahead of Do Kwon’s upcoming U.S. sentencing as a federal judge reviews how his convictions relate to open cases in South Korea and Montenegro. The court is seeking clarity before deciding how long the Terraform Labs co-founder will stay in U.S. custody and whether his time abroad should factor into the final sentence.

Ether has entered an important phase as exchange balances drop to their lowest level in nearly ten years. Supply continues moving into staking and long-term holding, leaving fewer tokens available for trading. Market structure is tightening even as investor sentiment remains cautious. Recent network events and steady institutional demand are also adding to this overall market trend.

Solana’s lending sector is dealing with one of its most visible internal disputes of the year, raising concerns about how public conflicts may affect trust in the ecosystem. A tense exchange between Kamino Finance and Jupiter Lend has now pulled in Solana Foundation president Lily Liu, who urged both projects to direct their energy toward growing Solana’s overall lending market.

Europe-based ETF issuer 21Shares has opened a new chapter for Sui-linked investment products in the U.S. after receiving approval to list the first exchange-traded product tied to SUI. The debut comes as crypto ETFs continue to roll out across major exchanges, attracting steady interest from both retail and institutional traders.

Alphabet is back in focus after a Bloomberg report indicated rising investor confidence in its in-house semiconductor strategy. Interest in the company’s tensor processing units (TPUs) is reshaping expectations for future revenue and altering market sentiment. Many investors now see the chip program as a potential long-term growth driver, not just a tool used within Google Cloud.

Polymarket has entered a new phase of expansion as its US relaunch begins after years away from the domestic market. According to recent reports, the platform is moving quickly to bring waitlisted users into its updated app, starting with sports event contracts. Regulatory clearance arrived earlier this year, opening the door for a compliant return.

Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler rehashed debate over digital assets in a Bloomberg interview, saying Bitcoin stands apart from the rest of the crypto market. He warned that most tokens still act as speculative bets with little support behind their valuations, setting a cautious tone for investors.

European regulators are increasing pressure on cybercrime networks as they target services that conceal the movement of digital funds. A coordinated action supported by Europol has taken down Cryptomixer, a long-running platform used to mask crypto transactions on the clear web and the dark web. Authorities report that the site handled more than a billion euros over the past decade and became a prominent method for laundering illicit proceeds.