Launch of the new Blockstream app and spotlight on enterprise platform by CEO Dr. Adam Back reflect the company’s strategic vision across consumer, enterprise and institutional markets
Versus Trade Launches with Unique ‘Asset-vs-Asset’ CFDs
May 16, 20257 min
Amid rising volatility across global financial markets — from gold reaching historic highs of $3,500 per ounce (up 31% since January, according to IG) to tech stocks swinging in response to geopolitical uncertainty and macroeconomic signals — interest in dynamic and narrative-driven trading instruments is surging. Analysts attribute the gold rally to a mix of central bank accumulation (with China importing over 700 metric tons), inflationary pressures, and a weakening dollar, with some projections suggesting a potential climb toward $4,000 per ounce....
CoolBitX officially introduces CoolWallet Go, a minimal, ultra-portable cold wallet designed for new crypto users and seasoned holders alike. It’s a next-generation card wallet focused on simplicity, cost-efficiency, and everyday utility—without compromising on security fundamentals. Pre-Order Offer (April 21 – May 10) CoolWallet Go is now available for pre-order at $59.99 USD for a 2-card set. Customers can optionally add a lifetime warranty plan for $39 USD per set—a rare offering in the cold wallet space. Simple, Secure, and Built for Daily Use...
Nuvve Launches Subsidiary to Explore Crypto, Blockchain
April 29, 20254 min
Nuvve Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: NVVE), a leader in grid modernization and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, today announced a new wholly owned subsidiary dedicated to building a cryptocurrency digital treasury along with cash flowing blockchain opportunities as part of a long-term strategic digital asset initiative. The new entity, Nuvve-DigitalAssets, will build a diversified cryptocurrency portfolio designed to generate long-term growth and maximize shareholder value. As part of this initiative, Nuvve has announced an initial participation in Bitcoin...
CME Group to Launch XRP Futures, Expanding Crypto Offerings
April 25, 20259 min
CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, today announced plans to launch XRP futures on May 19, pending regulatory review. Market participants will have the choice to trade both a micro-sized contract (2,500 XRP) and a larger-sized contract (50,000 XRP). “As innovation in the digital asset landscape continues to evolve, market participants continue to look to regulated derivatives products to manage risks across a wider range of tokens,” said Giovanni Vicioso, Global Head of Cryptocurrency Products at CME Group. “Interest in XRP and its underlying...
Magnolia Financial Chooses Amboss Reflex for Lightning Compliance
April 21, 20253 min
Magnolia Financial, the Bitcoin-native financial services company focused on simplifying onramp and custody for Bitcoin businesses, today announced its partnership with Amboss Technologies. Through this collaboration, Magnolia will integrate Reflex, Amboss’s advanced compliance and risk management platform, into its Lightning Network operations. “As we build a trusted onramp and custody experience for Bitcoiners, we knew that risk and compliance couldn’t be an afterthought,” said Harsha Goli, CEO of Magnolia Financial. “Our core requirement was finding a...
Code & Country Welcomes Key Government Officials, the Global Tech Industry, and Bitcoin Leaders To Discuss the Future of Tech and Policy
Bitget Lists Wayfinder Adding it to Spot Trading
April 14, 20253 min
Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the listing of Wayfinder (PROMPT). Wayfinder is an AI and blockchain project aimed at building autonomous on-chain agents that can interact with dApps on behalf of users. Spot trading begins on 10 April 2025, 13:00 (UTC), with withdrawals available on 11 April 2025, 14:00 (UTC). Wayfinder was born from a vision to bring smart, always-on agents to the world of Web3. The concept was sparked by a...
Branta and Amboss Partner for Safer Bitcoin Transactions
April 11, 20256 min
Branta’s payment verification and Amboss’ compliance tools give businesses a robust solution to mitigate risks from sophisticated attackers, setting a new standard for business operational security in the Bitcoin and Lightning Network ecosystems. Branta, a provider of advanced payment verification for Bitcoin and Lightning, announces its partnership with Amboss, a leading provider of payment operations solutions for the Bitcoin Lightning Network, to bring an industry-first risk management solution for irreversible Bitcoin transactions. By integrating Branta’s payment verification with Amboss’ compliance tools, businesses now have...
BlockFills Leverages Fordefi to Enhance Secure DeFi Access
April 3, 20255 min
BlockFills, a premier destination for digital asset trading and market technology leveraged by institutions and professional traders, and Fordefi, a self-custody multi-party computation (MPC) platform built for institutions to securely access decentralized finance (DeFi) across multiple blockchains, announced that they have partnered to enable BlockFills to access Fordefi’s cryptocurrency wallet infrastructure. Expanding its token coverage and meeting clients’ growing interest in DeFi trading opportunities, BlockFills will leverage Fordefi’s extensive supported blockchain networks. Customers of Fordefi – including venture capital (VC) firms investing in blockchain...