Robinhood Files $200M Second Venture Fund Focused on YC Startups.
Robinhood has filed for a $200 million second venture fund dedicated to Y Combinator startups. The new vehicle expands the company’s investments into early-stage technology companies emerging from the prominent…
Strategy Is Selling Bitcoin: What Saylor’s Shift Means.
Strategy has begun selling Bitcoin after years of pure accumulation under Michael Saylor. The company sold 1,638 BTC for approximately $105 million last week, reducing its holdings to 842,138 coins.…
Bitcoin Gains 1.6% as Jim Cramer Plans Quantum Exit.
Bitcoin gained 1.6% after Jim Cramer discussed plans for a quantum-related exit from certain positions. The modest rise reflects short-term market reaction to the commentator’s remarks. This move underscores the…
BlackRock Brings $311B Money Market Funds Onchain with Europe Launch
BlackRock has launched an initiative to bring $311 billion in money market funds onchain in Europe. The expansion introduces tokenized versions of its cash management products to blockchain platforms. This…
Profits from Cryptocurrency and Other Virtual Asset Transactions Now Taxable Under Nigeria’s New NRS Guidelines.
Profits from cryptocurrency and other virtual asset transactions are now taxable under Nigeria’s new NRS guidelines. The policy formalizes taxation of digital asset gains as part of broader efforts to…
Mastercard Completes BVNK Acquisition in Stablecoin Push.
Mastercard has completed its acquisition of BVNK as part of an expanded stablecoin strategy. The deal strengthens the payments giant’s capabilities in digital asset infrastructure and on-chain settlements. This move…
Trump Slams Exxon, Chevron Over $26.5B Oil Profits.
Donald Trump has publicly criticized Exxon and Chevron for reporting combined oil profits of $26.5 billion. The remarks target the energy giants amid ongoing debates over industry earnings and consumer…
FBI Agent Allegedly Stole Crypto, Asked ChatGPT About Escape.
An FBI agent has been accused of stealing cryptocurrency and later seeking advice from ChatGPT on how to escape the consequences. The case highlights unusual intersections between law enforcement misconduct…
HashKey Wins JPMorgan Approval for Client Funds Account.
HashKey has secured approval from JPMorgan for a dedicated client funds account. The milestone strengthens the Hong Kong crypto platform’s banking infrastructure and operational capabilities. This development represents a notable…
Binance to Delist 6 Tokens on Aug. 17
Binance has announced plans to delist six tokens on August 17. The decision is part of the exchange’s regular review of listed assets to maintain market quality and user protection.…