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Stablecoins move into payment infrastructure as Triple-A integrates Circle network

ambcrypto03/25 21:02

Why Morgan Stanley sees tokenized securities as a ‘natural path’ from H2 2026

Morgan Stanley plans to support tokenized securities trading in its Trajectory Cross dark pool starting H2 2026, viewing it as a natural evolution from its existing infrastructure for traditional equities, ETFs, and ADRs. The move is part of a broader institutional push into tokenization, with major exchanges like NYSE and Nasdaq also developing similar capabilities. Tokenized assets have demonstrated significant growth, surging 245% year-over-year, highlighting rapid adoption. As one of the largest wealth managers overseeing $8.2 trillion in assets, Morgan Stanley has been expanding its crypto offerings, including allowing advisors to recommend spot BTC and ETH ETFs to all clients. The bank has also applied for its own spot Bitcoin ETF, further cementing its commitment to digital assets.

ambcrypto03/25 20:35

AI Welded into the War Machine | Rewire Evening News

U.S. presented a 15-point peace plan to Iran via Pakistan, demanding Iran dismantle key nuclear facilities, halt uranium enrichment, and reduce regional influence. Iran dismissed it as a "surrender list," though it offered minor concessions on Hormuz Strait transit. Meanwhile, AI is being integrated into U.S. war machinery, with Palantir and Anduril developing the $185 billion Golden Dome missile defense system, using AI for target identification and legal justification of strikes. China is seen as a potential AI leader due to massive unused power capacity and lower electricity costs, making AI operations significantly cheaper than in the U.S. SpaceX is reportedly preparing for a historic IPO, potentially valuing the company at $1.75 trillion and including Musk’s xAI assets. Other developments include JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon’s criticism of U.S. defense procurement, Axios reporting suspicious pre-market trades, and major tech firms like Amazon and Google accelerating investments in embodied AI and robotics. Meta lost a landmark child safety case, and Apple is testing a major Siri overhaul. Block’s CFO warned that AI-driven layoffs are "inevitable."

marsbit03/25 19:24

USDC vs. USDT: $70.2T volume drives shift as Circle expands into Africa

Circle partners with Sasai Fintech (Cassava Technologies) to expand USDC into Africa, aiming to revolutionize cross-border payments by making them faster, cheaper, and more reliable. This integration into Sasai's mobile platform addresses high fees (often over 7%) and slow traditional systems. The move occurs as stablecoins process $70.2T in annual volume, with USDC gaining market share against USDT, signaling a shift toward reliable, transparent systems. However, Circle faces regulatory challenges in the U.S., including concerns from the upcoming CLARITY Act, which contributed to a recent 20% stock drop. The expansion highlights a strategic focus on high-growth markets like Africa despite domestic uncertainties.

ambcrypto03/25 17:18

AI Ignites Crypto’s Next Supercycle With BTC And ETH In Front, BlackRock Says

BlackRock's Robbie Mitchnick states that AI will be a more significant long-term driver for crypto than the creation of new tokens. He emphasizes that institutional investors are narrowing their focus to Bitcoin and Ethereum, dismissing most other tokens as lacking lasting value. According to Mitchnick, Bitcoin serves as a savings-style hedge, while Ethereum acts as productive infrastructure for on-chain activities. He highlights a natural alignment between “computer-native money” (crypto) and “computer-native intelligence” (AI), suggesting that autonomous agents are unlikely to use traditional financial systems like Fedwire or SWIFT. Instead, AI will require crypto-based infrastructure for real-world applications. This shift is already underway, with Bitcoin miners diversifying into AI compute services. The long-term outlook favors core crypto assets integrated with AI, rather than speculative altcoins.

bitcoinist03/25 16:02

Tether Signs Big Four Auditor, Circle's Compliance Moat Collapses, Stock Plummets 20%

Tether, the world's largest stablecoin issuer, has announced it has engaged one of the Big Four accounting firms to conduct its first-ever comprehensive independent financial audit. This move is seen as a major step toward transparency for the company, which has long faced scrutiny over its reserve backing. The announcement had an immediate market impact, with shares of its competitor Circle, issuer of USDC, plummeting up to 20%. The audit is positioned as a turning point for Tether, which paid nearly $60 million in fines in 2021 following investigations by the New York Attorney General and the CFTC over misrepresentations about its reserves. While Tether has since published quarterly attestations, this full audit is considered a significant upgrade in legitimacy. This development directly challenges Circle's key advantage of perceived regulatory compliance and transparency. With a market cap of over $184 billion, Tether's newfound transparency could solidify its dominant position and attract more institutional capital. The article also details Tether's broader compliance strategy, including the launch of a fully U.S.-regulated stablecoin, USAT, designed to comply with the GENIUS Act. Furthermore, Tether has enhanced its cooperation with law enforcement, assisting in numerous investigations and freezing billions in assets linked to illicit activity. In conclusion, Tether's audit marks a pivotal moment for the entire stablecoin industry, signaling a shift towards greater institutionalization and transparency that aligns with traditional financial standards.

Odaily星球日报03/25 13:39

CZ Got Rugged Too? Bloody Battle for Control of BNB Treasury CEA Industries

CZ, the founder of Binance, appears to have fallen victim to a major financial scheme involving CEA Industries (NASDAQ: BNC), a company he selected to manage a BNB treasury initiative. Despite CZ’s trust in David Namdar, founder of Galaxy Digital and CEO of 10X Capital, the company has been accused of acting as a "private ATM" for insiders. In 2025, CEA Industries raised $500 million in private funding led by YZi Labs to implement a BNB reserve plan. However, by late 2025, conflicts erupted between YZi Labs and CEA’s board, chaired by Namdar. YZi Labs, a major shareholder with 9.4% stake, accused the board of financial misconduct, including millions in questionable payments to 10X Capital and a $1.98 million exit package for Namdar upon his March 2026 resignation. Despite YZi Labs' efforts to gain control by expanding the board—including proposing CZ as a director—Namdar’s board resisted fiercely. They delayed the annual meeting and implemented a "poison pill" strategy, making a takeover prohibitively expensive and difficult. YZi Labs now claims the company is an empty shell with no active management. The battle for control continues, with YZi Labs vowing to pursue action, but Namdar has largely succeeded in stripping the company of value before exiting.

Odaily星球日报03/25 13:16

BYDFi Expands European Reach with Next Block Expo 2026 Sponsorship in Warsaw

BYDFi, a global crypto trading platform, is sponsoring Next Block Expo 2026, held in Warsaw, Poland, on March 24-25. The event is a major crypto and blockchain gathering in Central and Eastern Europe, featuring over 140 speakers and numerous Web3 participants. At the expo, BYDFi is engaging with attendees, sharing product insights, and hosting a mystery blind-box giveaway with limited-edition merchandise, including items from its partnership with Newcastle United. The company emphasizes its commitment to reliability, clear communication, and a user-first approach in the evolving market. Additionally, BYDFi is preparing to celebrate its 6th anniversary in April with a month of community activities and rewards.

TheNewsCrypto03/25 10:56

43-Year-Old OnlyFans Helmsman Passes Away; He Once Bought ETH into the Company's Balance Sheet

Leonid Radvinsky, the 43-year-old Ukrainian-American majority owner of OnlyFans, has passed away after a long battle with cancer. Under his leadership since acquiring 75% of the parent company Fenix International in 2018, OnlyFans grew into a subscription-based content platform valued at approximately $18 billion, with over 377 million users and 4.63 million creators. Radvinsky maintained a low public profile but quietly engaged with crypto initiatives. In 2022, OnlyFans introduced NFT profile picture verification via Ethereum, marking its first step into web3. That same year, Fenix International purchased $19.9 million worth of ETH, recording it on its balance sheet, though it later wrote down $8.46 million due to market declines. The company also donated 500 ETH (then around $1 million) to Ukraine DAO in support of war relief efforts. Although OnlyFans never integrated crypto payments, its founder Tim Stokely later launched Zoop, an NFT trading card platform on Polygon, applying the creator-paid subscription model to web3. In 2025, Zoop and HBAR Foundation even submitted a bid to acquire TikTok’s U.S. operations with plans to incorporate token incentives and NFT-based creator monetization—though the deal did not materialize. Radvinsky’s tenure transformed OnlyFans into a financial powerhouse, generating over $6 billion in annual transactions and paying out more than $700 million in dividends in 2024 alone.

marsbit03/25 10:05

What NYSE’s ‘strategic’ 24/7 platform means for Ethereum and RWAs

Tokenization is a key use case demonstrating stablecoin utility, with Ethereum currently dominating the real-world asset (RWA) market, accounting for 58% of its nearly $27 billion value. However, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has partnered with Securitize to launch a 24/7 tokenized securities platform, potentially challenging Ethereum’s lead if scaled on alternative networks. Amid macroeconomic uncertainty, including high oil prices and inflationary pressures, capital is shifting toward tokenized assets like U.S. Treasuries, which surged 21% this month. Tokenized stocks also hit a $1 billion all-time high, up 20%, highlighting blockchain’s resilience and growing on-chain liquidity. NYSE’s move is seen as a strategic step to legitimize risk assets and capitalize on this momentum, signaling institutional-level confidence in RWAs and potentially reshaping the competitive landscape for Layer-1 networks.

ambcrypto03/25 10:04