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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.

Crypto settles at the heart of Wall Street: DTCC launches the tokenization of US markets. Discover the details in this article!

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.

Wealthy investors across Asia are steadily increasing their crypto exposure, with most already invested and growing interest in ETFs and yield-driven products.

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.

Trump’s growing footprint in digital assets now reaches into mobile gaming, as a new Trump-licensed crypto title moves toward release. Early previews show a project that combines light strategy mechanics with token-based rewards. The timing comes as several Trump-linked crypto assets face steep volatility and rising political attention.

Washington hardens its tone. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the American banking regulator, denounces banking practices deemed discriminatory. In an unprecedented report, the agency accuses several major banks of restricting access to financial services for sensitive sectors, including cryptocurrencies. This phenomenon of "debanking," long denounced by the industry, could now be considered illegal. A strong signal sent to Wall Street, as the Trump administration intends to restore fair access to the banking system.

On December 10, the Fed announced a 25 basis point cut to its key interest rates, confirming market expectations. However, behind this seemingly routine decision lie deep divisions: split votes, unclear economic context, and unprecedented political pressures. In a context marked by the absence of key economic data due to the shutdown, interpreting the U.S. monetary strategy becomes increasingly complex and potentially destabilizing.

Traditional finance is shifting into the era of RWAs: Real Finance just raised 29 million dollars to tokenize 500 million in real assets. With Nimbus Capital and giants like Goldman Sachs lurking, this revolution will redefine investment.

Donald Trump launches this week the interviews to designate the successor of Jerome Powell at the head of the Fed. A crucial decision that could change everything: interest rates, financial markets, and even the Bitcoin price. Who will be chosen and what impacts for crypto?

Tempo, the new Stripe-backed layer-1 blockchain, has launched its public testnet, offering stablecoin-native features, instant settlement and new tools for developers.

Most casual users lose on prediction markets, while well-informed traders pull ahead, amid suspicions of insider activity and platform bug issues.

Is crypto at the dawn of its decisive moment? For Matt Huang, co-founder of the Paradigm fund, the industry is approaching a historic turning point, comparable to the arrival of Netscape in the 90s or the iPhone in 2007. These revolutions marked the mass adoption of the Internet and mobile. Today, between technological advances and the influx of institutional capital, crypto could experience its own tipping point, the one that moves a marginal innovation to global usage.

BlackRock discovers Ethereum staking and joins the yield banquet. But who is really dining at the table? The investor, the institution... or the tax authorities watching?

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.

Financial commentator Peter Schiff is back in the news as tensions rise between him and President Donald Trump over the state of the U.S. economy. Schiff’s warnings about rising prices clash with Trump’s claims that affordability is improving across the country. At the same time, Schiff has also renewed his public dispute with Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), giving his comments even more visibility.

Brussels pulls out all the stops by wielding a "SEC" European style. Startups in panic, regulators in a trance. What if tech innovation takes a hit?

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.

The GENIUS Act brings long-awaited clarity to U.S. stablecoins but deepens the regulatory divide with Europe, creating fragmented liquidity pools and raising concerns about cross-border stability and settlement friction.

Grayscale's Chainlink ETF recorded $41 million in inflows on its first day, an impressive figure at first glance. Yet, experts are already talking about disappointment. Why does this launch, despite being solid, fail to convince? Analysis of a "blockbuster" that did not live up to its promises.

While the small holders sell, BitMine stuffs itself with ether: $150 million at once, aiming for 5%. Soon, Ethereum will be to Tom Lee what Twitter is to Musk.

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.

When Ethereum no longer inspires companies, BitMine feasts, the small ones die... and the crypto market wonders: is it a pause or the end of recess?

Driven by the inflow of institutional capital, the crypto market seemed to stabilize. However, a wave of liquidations on derivative products highlights its fragility. According to Glassnode, these liquidations have nearly tripled, a consequence of excessive leverage now under strain.

BlackRock argues that tokenization is becoming a defining trend in global finance, with real-world asset adoption surging and the industry entering a new phase of digital transformation.

Goldman Sachs has agreed to acquire Innovator Capital for $2B, bringing new ETF and crypto-linked products, with the deal set to close in 2026.

Kalshi is pushing prediction markets further into the crypto space as global demand accelerates. Rising interest in event-based trading has prompted the platform to tokenize event contracts on Solana, giving users more in sensitive markets. Analysts say this shift could position Kalshi to challenge competitors and keep pace with the industry’s rapid growth.

After a month of massive disengagement, crypto investment products record a spectacular comeback. In a single week, crypto ETPs attract 1.07 billion dollars, breaking a series of four consecutive weeks of outflows totaling 5.5 billion $. This renewed interest marks an unexpected turning point in a highly uncertain monetary context, where markets scrutinize Fed signals.