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OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is preparing for what could be one of the defining moments in both technology and finance—a public offering that may value the company at up to $1 trillion. As one of the fastest-growing companies in modern history, OpenAI is setting the stage for an IPO that could redefine investor expectations across the tech sector.
OpenAI is gearing up for what could be one of the largest public listings in history, with a target valuation of $1 trillion by late 2026. Reports indicate that the company is moving ahead with IPO plans to cement its status as the world’s most valuable startup, even as it faces rising competition in specialized areas such as autonomous crypto trading.
Mastercard is in late-stage negotiations to acquire stablecoin infrastructure provider Zerohash for an estimated $1.5 to $2 billion, according to a Fortune report citing five people familiar with the matter. The deal would position Mastercard among a growing number of global financial firms investing heavily in blockchain-based payment technology.
Rising debt levels and growing concerns over financial stability are driving investors toward crypto and gold as safe-haven assets. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink described this shift as a response to mounting fears about government debt and the declining value of money.
U.S. bank Citi is taking a decisive step into digital payments by joining forces with Coinbase to pilot stablecoin transactions. The partnership marks a turning point in Wall Street’s embrace of blockchain-based money, following the U.S. GENIUS Act's approval earlier this year. As the stablecoin market heads toward a projected $4 trillion valuation by 2030, Citi’s move positions it at the forefront of institutional adoption.
Crypto mogul Changpeng “CZ” Zhao is weighing legal action against U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren after she accused him of corruption tied to his recent presidential pardon. Her social media remarks, posted after former President Donald Trump pardoned Zhao, have ignited a political and legal storm involving one of the most prominent figures in global cryptocurrency.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s media company is expanding into prediction markets through a new venture with Crypto.com. The move, announced Tuesday, introduces Truth Predict—a new feature within Truth Social that allows users to bet on real-world events, from elections to sports outcomes.
Japan has entered a new phase of digital finance with the launch of its first yen-backed stablecoin, JPYC. Developed by Tokyo-based fintech firm JPYC, the token aims to bring the stability of traditional finance into the expanding digital asset market—offering Japanese consumers and businesses a secure bridge between fiat and blockchain-based payments.
Solana (SOL) hovered near $191.95 on October 25 after briefly testing $195 earlier in the day. The token has shown resilience amid shifting market momentum, with traders watching to see if it can turn the $192–$195 range into a new support zone.
Bitcoin entered the week on a strong note, climbing toward $113,000 as traders positioned for further gains ahead of a critical U.S. Federal Reserve meeting. With market sentiment buoyed by expectations of an imminent rate cut, optimism spread across crypto markets, reinforcing Bitcoin’s short-term uptrend.
Bitcoin’s market structure is showing signs of strain as long-term holders begin moving their coins, leading to a decline in illiquid supply. New data from Glassnode reveal that around 62,000 BTC—worth nearly $7 billion—have left long-term, inactive wallets since mid-October, marking the first major drawdown in the second half of 2025.
A sweeping FBI operation that led to the arrest of an NBA player and coach last week has shaken both the sports and financial worlds. The incident comes as major leagues and betting platforms move deeper into prediction markets. Notably, the scandal has reignited debate over whether regulators are prepared to handle this new frontier of sports speculation.
Ethereum-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are losing traction as investor demand cools, marking a second consecutive week of outflows. In contrast, Bitcoin ETFs are experiencing a strong resurgence, drawing hundreds of millions in new capital as institutional investors rotate back into the market’s leading digital asset. The diverging flows highlight a shift in sentiment, with traders favoring Bitcoin’s relative stability over Ethereum’s recent weakness.
The ongoing conflict between Fetch.ai and the Ocean Protocol Foundation may soon reach a peaceful resolution, as both sides signal a willingness to settle their differences outside the courts. The dispute, which began after their brief merger under the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance, centers on the alleged sale of millions of FET tokens.
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, is poised for another record year of profitability, reinforcing its dominance in the digital dollar market. As the global demand for blockchain-based payment systems accelerates, the company continues to stamp its dominance in the crypto space.