FHFA Orders Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to Consider Crypto as Asset for Mortgage Eligibility – “The Defiant”
FHFA orders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider cryptocurrency holdings on U.S. regulated exchanges as assets for mortgage eligibility, marking a significant shift in U.S. mortgage policy.
Kraken Debuts Krak Crypto and Fiat Payments App Across 110 Countries – Decrypt
Kraken launches Krak, a peer-to-peer payments app supporting 300+ currencies across 110 countries, competing with CashApp and Venmo while integrating crypto and fiat transactions.
Can Bitcoin ETFs replace bonds in institutional portfolios?
The article explores whether Bitcoin ETFs can replace bonds in institutional portfolios as a modern hedge, discussing their growth since SEC approval in January 2024.
Moca Foundation to Launch Blockchain Focused on Digital Identity
The Moca Foundation announces Moca Chain, a Layer 1 blockchain for digital identity and data verification, launching testnet in Q3 2025 and mainnet by Q4 2025.
SEC Prepares In-Kind Bitcoin ETFs—AP Arbitrage Costs Could Collapse Overnight Bitcoin ETHNews
The SEC may approve in-kind Bitcoin ETFs, allowing direct bitcoin transfers instead of cash conversions. This could reduce costs and market impact, aligning crypto ETFs with traditional markets.
Japan’s Metaplanet Acquires 1,234 More Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 12,345 BTC
Japan’s Metaplanet acquires 1,234 more Bitcoin, totaling 12,345 BTC, as part of its ‘555 Million Plan’ targeting 210,000 BTC by 2027. The company’s BTC Yield rises to 315% YTD 2025.
Ripple Stuck With $125 Million Penalty as Judge Denies XRP Settlement With SEC – Decrypt
A federal judge denied Ripple and the SEC’s request to reduce a $125 million penalty and alter an injunction, upholding the 2023 ruling on XRP’s institutional sales as unregistered securities.
Whales Dump TRUMP Token — Price Crash Ahead?
Whales are selling large amounts of TRUMP tokens, including a $2.49 million sale, while the TRUMP Meme Team moved $4.4 million USDC to Ethereum. The token faces selling pressure despite a recent rally signal.
Kraken Launches Krak, A No-Fee App To Use And Store Bitcoin And Crypto
Kraken launches Krak, a no-fee app for spending, sending, and saving Bitcoin and 300+ assets. Features include peer-to-peer payments, rewards, and future debit cards, expanding crypto accessibility.
Crypto Comeback: SoFi Digital Bank Relaunches Trading After 2-Year Break
SoFi Technologies relaunches crypto trading after a 2-year pause, offering token trading, stablecoins, and blockchain-based remittances to compete with traditional financial services.
