Coinbase in S&P 500: More crypto firms to come?
Coinbase’s inclusion in the S&P 500 marks a milestone for the crypto industry, signaling legitimacy and maturity. Analysts highlight its broader impact on institutional adoption despite recent legal and security challenges.
Wall Street 2.0: Tokenized Treasuries Top $7B as Blackrock’s BUIDL Nears $3B – Blockchain Bitcoin News
Tokenized U.S. Treasury bonds exceed $7B in value, with Blackrock’s BUIDL nearing $3B. Growth continues as top funds deliver strong returns.
Largest Bank in Guatemala Turns to Crypto for Remittances – News Bytes Bitcoin News
Banco Industrial, Guatemala’s largest bank, partners with Sukupay to offer crypto-powered remittances at a flat $0.99 fee, enabling customers to receive funds directly in their accounts.
Bitcoin balance sheet adoption could hit 20% of BTC supply by 2026
Bitwise and UTXO Management predict 20% of Bitcoin supply could be held by institutions by 2026, driven by nation-states, wealth platforms, and public companies, totaling $427 billion in potential inflows.
Kraken to Offer Tokenized Stock Trading for Non-US Users via Solana and Backed
Kraken plans to launch tokenized stock trading for non-US users via Solana and Backed, offering 24/7 access to major equities like Apple and Tesla through DeFi integration.
Kraken to launch 24/7 trading of Apple, Tesla, Nvidia stocks as tokens on Solana
Kraken introduces xStocks for 24/7 trading of tokenized U.S. equities like Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia on Solana, expanding access globally amid eased crypto regulations under President Trump.
Semler Scientific boosts BTC holdings with $50M purchase
Semler Scientific added $50M in Bitcoin to its holdings, totaling $474.4M in BTC. The purchase was funded via stock sales, despite a 44% revenue drop and 18% share decline in 2025.
CME Group Bets Big On XRP—Institutional Demand Is Surging
CME Group expands its crypto offerings with XRP futures, citing strong institutional demand and the token’s utility in fast, low-cost transactions on the XRP Ledger.
Ledger Launches Solana-Branded Hardware Wallet with Non-Transferable Token Feature News ETHNews
Ledger launched a Solana-branded Flex hardware wallet with a non-transferable Soulbound token feature, supporting multiple blockchains while targeting Solana’s growing ecosystem. Priced similarly to its Bitcoin edition, details remain limited.
JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi and Wells Fargo Weighing Joint Stablecoin Launch: Wall Street Journal Report – The Daily Hodl
Major US banks including JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi, and Wells Fargo are reportedly in early discussions to jointly launch a stablecoin, according to a Wall Street Journal report.
