Kraken enters payments with new Krak app enabling seamless global crypto, fiat transfers

Kraken launched Krak, a mobile payment app supporting 300+ currencies for seamless crypto and fiat transfers in 110+ countries, challenging traditional finance tools like PayPal and Venmo.
Tether, Blackstone Vets Raising $1 Billion for Public Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana Treasury – Decrypt

Former Tether and Blackstone executives aim to raise $1 billion for a public digital assets treasury holding Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana via a SPAC deal amid growing crypto treasury trends.
Core Scientific shares soar as CoreWeave revives buyout talks

CoreWeave, now an AI infrastructure provider, is in renewed acquisition talks with Bitcoin miner Core Scientific after increasing its previous bid. Core Scientific’s shares surged 23% on the news.
Analysts predict $30 trillion market cap for tokenized RWA by 2034

Analysts project tokenized real-world assets (RWA) could hit a $30 trillion market cap by 2034, driven by institutional adoption, DeFi integration, and regulatory advancements.
Ex-Blackstone Exec, Tether Co-Founder to Launch $1B Crypto Reserve SPAC

Ex-Blackstone exec Chinh Chu and Tether co-founder Reeve Collins plan to raise $1B via a SPAC for a diversified crypto portfolio including BTC, ETH, and SOL, with notable advisors and leadership.
Tahini’s Bitcoin Treasury: How A Family Chain Outsmarted Inflation

Tahini’s Restaurants adopted Bitcoin as 70% of their reserves in 2020, fueling rapid expansion to 62 locations. Inspired by currency devaluation risks, they leveraged Bitcoin for financial stability and competitive advantage.
Report: Galaxy’s First Venture Fund Hits $175M Final Close – Crypto News Bitcoin News

Galaxy Digital raised $175M for its first venture capital fund, surpassing its $150M target, expanding its crypto startup investment strategy.
USDT on TRON surpasses $80 billion, strengthening TRON’s position as the leading stablecoin network

USDT on TRON surpasses $80 billion, reinforcing TRON’s dominance as the leading stablecoin network with over 50% of global USDT supply and 8.9 million daily transactions.
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.
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.