Helga Ivv

AI

One-Third of UK Businesses Still Lack AI Risk Policies, CyXcel Research Finds

A new report by cybersecurity firm CyXcel reveals a worrying gap in AI risk preparedness among UK businesses, despite growing awareness of the potential threats. According to the findings, 31% of UK companies surveyed have no AI governance policies in place, while nearly the same proportion—29%—only recently adopted

Markets

Franklin Templeton Warns of ‘Dangerous’ Feedback Loop Risk in Corporate Crypto Treasury Strategies

As more public companies load up on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana to power growth and attract capital, Franklin Templeton is raising a red flag. In a new report, analysts from the firm’s Digital Assets division said the corporate crypto treasury boom—while innovative—comes with serious structural risks, particularly

Markets

Robinhood Clarifies Tokenized Shares of OpenAI and SpaceX as Derivatives, Not Equity, Amid OpenAI Pushback

Robinhood is stepping into new territory with its tokenized stock offering—but not without raising some eyebrows. After unveiling plans to give European users blockchain-based exposure to private shares of companies like OpenAI and SpaceX, the trading platform found itself under scrutiny, including from OpenAI itself. CEO Vlad Tenev addressed

What Is Scalp Trading? A Fast-Paced Strategy for Quick Gains

A High-Speed Game of Inches If you're the type of trader who enjoys watching every tick on a 1-minute chart and doesn’t like leaving trades open overnight, scalp trading might be your lane. This high-frequency strategy is all about capitalizing on small, rapid price moves—executed repeatedly

Blockchain

ECB to Pilot Blockchain-Based Euro Settlement System by 2026 Under Pontes Initiative

The European Central Bank (ECB) is moving ahead with a blockchain-based settlement system designed to modernize how financial transactions are settled across the eurozone. Announced Tuesday, the Pontes initiative—a key part of a broader two-track strategy—will pilot by the third quarter of 2026, linking distributed ledger technology (DLT)

Markets

Coinbase Acquires Token Management Platform Liquifi to Simplify Onchain Token Launches

Coinbase has announced the acquisition of Liquifi, a token management platform built to streamline the complex process of launching and managing crypto tokens. The move marks Coinbase’s fourth acquisition of 2025 and underscores its growing focus on supporting early-stage crypto builders and onchain innovation. The announcement, made Wednesday, highlights

AI

How Businesses Can Use Local AI Models to Boost Data Privacy and Cut Cloud Dependence

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape business operations, concerns around data privacy and cloud reliance have led many organizations to seek more secure, self-managed alternatives. Fortunately, businesses no longer need to send sensitive data to third-party servers to benefit from AI. Local AI models offer a powerful, privacy-first solution—allowing

Cryptocurrency

Binance Pay and Lyzi Bring Crypto Payments to 80+ Merchants Across the French Riviera

Cryptocurrency is taking root in one of Europe’s most iconic tourist destinations. Binance Pay, in partnership with French fintech Lyzi, has rolled out crypto payment support across more than 80 businesses in the French Riviera, enabling both locals and tourists to pay with digital assets in cities like Cannes,

Politics

SEC Approves Grayscale’s Mixed Crypto ETF, Opening Door for Broader Digital Asset Funds

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the conversion of Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), signaling a notable shift in regulatory momentum that could pave the way for more diverse crypto-backed ETFs in the near future. 34-103364SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION34-103364.

Blockchain

Tether-Backed Blockchain ‘Stable’ Launches Phase 1, Puts USDT at the Core of Gas and Settlement

A new Layer 1 blockchain named Stable is making its debut, backed by crypto exchange Bitfinex and powered by Tether’s widely used USDT stablecoin. Announced on Tuesday, Stable aims to redefine how stablecoins function at the infrastructure level—by using USDT directly as the native token for gas and

Markets

Ethereum Community Foundation Launches with Millions in ETH to Back Immutable, Tokenless Projects

A new player is stepping in to reshape Ethereum’s direction and sharpen its focus on core infrastructure and value alignment. The Ethereum Community Foundation (ECF) has officially launched, bringing with it millions of dollars' worth of ETH to support projects designed to strengthen Ethereum’s long-term utility and

Markets

Figma Reveals $70M in Bitcoin ETF Holdings, Signals Intent to Deepen Crypto Investments

Figma, the digital design platform known for transforming how teams collaborate on UI/UX projects, has taken a bold step into the world of cryptocurrency. According to a recent S-1 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the company owns approximately $70 million worth of Bitwise Bitcoin

What Are Internet Capital Markets (ICMs) and Why They Matter

Imagine raising startup capital not in a boardroom with suits, but from a tweet. That’s the promise behind Internet Capital Markets (ICMs)—a new, blockchain-based model for launching and backing ideas online. ICMs aim to make funding radically more accessible by turning social momentum into financial backing in real

Markets

Bitcoin Boom Sends Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy Toward $14B Q2 Windfall—Without Selling a Thing

Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy, once a modest software firm, is now riding high on a bold Bitcoin strategy that could land it a $14 billion paper gain in the second quarter of 2024—all without selling a single product or coin. As Bloomberg reported on July 1, the Virginia-based company

AI

Europe's AI Gigafactories Attract Massive Industry Interest as EU Pushes for Digital Sovereignty

Europe’s vision for a new era of AI infrastructure is gaining serious traction. The European Commission has received a wave of proposals from companies eager to help build AI Gigafactories across the continent—massive computing hubs designed to propel Europe into the frontlines of the global AI race. European

Security

DOJ Charges Four North Korean Hackers in $900K Crypto Theft Targeting U.S. and Global Firms

The U.S. Department of Justice has charged four North Korean nationals with stealing nearly $900,000 in cryptocurrency by infiltrating blockchain companies using fake identities. According to the indictment unsealed on June 30, the group posed as remote IT workers to gain access to crypto firms’ internal systems—then

Markets

Upbit and Naver Pay Partner to Launch Korean Won Stablecoin Amid Regulatory Push

South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, Upbit, and fintech giant Naver Pay are teaming up to develop a Korean won-backed stablecoin, signaling a strategic response to new regulatory momentum in the country’s digital asset space. 업비트·네이버페이, 원화 스테이블 코인 사업 제휴하기로자산연동형 디지털 자산, 일명 ‘스테이블 코인’ 도입 논의가

Politics

Senator Lummis Pushes Crypto Tax Reform in Senate Bill, Gains Support from Industry Advocates

Senator Cynthia Lummis is making a renewed push for crypto tax reform in Washington, and the digital asset industry is rallying behind her. The Wyoming Republican is advocating for changes to how mining and staking rewards are taxed, proposing language to be included in what’s now being dubbed the

Regulation

Circle Seeks U.S. Banking License to Safeguard USDC Reserves, Deepens Push Into Traditional Finance

Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the $61.5 billion USDC stablecoin, has taken a major step toward integrating more tightly with the U.S. financial system. The company has applied for a national banking license, according to a report from Reuters. If approved, the license would allow Circle to

Markets

Trump-Backed American Bitcoin Raises $220M to Expand Crypto Holdings and Mining Operations

American Bitcoin, a crypto mining startup backed by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., has raised $220 million in private funding to fuel its expansion into bitcoin accumulation and mining infrastructure. The funding round, disclosed in a recent filing by majority owner Hut 8, marks a major financial step forward

What Is USD1? Inside the Fast-Rising Stablecoin Backed by US Treasuries

A New Player in the Stablecoin Race In a market long dominated by giants like USDT and USDC, a new contender is making waves: USD1, a fiat-backed stablecoin launched in March 2025 by World Liberty Financial Inc. (WLFI). Designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the U.S. dollar,

AI

Salesforce Launches Agentforce 3 to Give Businesses Real-Time Visibility and Control Over AI Agents

Salesforce has rolled out Agentforce 3, the latest evolution of its AI agent management platform, aimed squarely at solving a key pain point for businesses: understanding what their AI agents are actually doing—and how to make them better. Since its debut in October 2024, Agentforce has gained serious traction

DeFi

DeFi Protocol Resupply Proposes Burning 6 Million reUSD After $10M Exploit

Decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Resupply is moving forward with a recovery plan after suffering a $10 million exploit earlier this week. In a newly published proposal, the stablecoin platform suggests burning six million reUSD tokens from its insurance pool to help stabilize the protocol and manage the fallout. Resupply, which

Security

North Korea’s Lazarus Group Behind $3.2M Crypto Scam as NFT Exploits Mount

North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group is once again under the spotlight after a new wave of cyberattacks targeting the crypto industry. The hacking group, known for its sophisticated tactics and links to the Pyongyang regime, has been tied to a $3.2 million digital asset theft and a string

Blockchain

BNB Smart Chain Cuts Block Times to 0.8 Seconds After Maxwell Hard Fork Upgrade

BNB Smart Chain has officially rolled out its highly anticipated Maxwell hard fork, delivering a significant boost to network performance by slashing average block times to just 0.8 seconds—from 1.5 seconds earlier this week. The upgrade, which went live on June 30 at 2:30 am UTC,