AI
Artificial intelligence workloads could consume 30% of global data centre capacity within two years, according to Goldman Sachs Research. The projection signals a capital rotation toward infrastructure as compute demand becomes the binding constraint in AI deployment. Goldman Sachs said investors are entering a more selective phase, prioritizing companies that
Markets
U.S. spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $199.4 million in net inflows Tuesday, extending a seven-day streak, the longest since October 2025. The sustained demand signals renewed institutional allocation patterns rather than short-term trading flows. Data from SoSoValue shows BlackRock’s IBIT led with $169 million in inflows, followed
Finance
RedotPay is in talks to raise up to $150 million, positioning the stablecoin payments firm for a U.S. IPO that could exceed a $4 billion valuation. The move signals continued institutional appetite for crypto payment infrastructure despite tighter regulatory scrutiny and shifting capital markets conditions. The Hong Kong-based company
Opinion
About 80% of crypto ETF flows on Morgan Stanley’s platform come from self-directed accounts. The imbalance highlights limited penetration among financial advisors despite strong headline inflows into spot products. Amy Oldenburg, head of digital asset strategy at Morgan Stanley, said adoption remains in its early phase during remarks at
Security
Arizona filed 20 criminal counts against Kalshi, escalating a widening conflict over prediction market regulation in the United States. The case directly challenges whether federally regulated event contracts can bypass state-level gambling laws. Attorney General Kris Mayes announced Tuesday that Kalshi allegedly accepted bets from Arizona residents across sports and
Markets
Bitcoin (BTC) is holding above $74,000 despite a dense schedule of global central bank decisions. The resilience signals stabilizing demand as macro uncertainty intensifies across rates, inflation, and geopolitical risk. The asset rebounded from a higher low near $66,000 and approached $76,000 this week, supported by steady
Finance
PayPal USD (PYUSD) is now accessible in 70 markets, extending far beyond its initial U.S. base. The expansion signals a material shift in how large payment firms deploy stablecoins for cross-border settlement and treasury use. The rollout enables users in regions including Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, and Singapore to
Finance
Robinhood’s new venture fund has deployed roughly $35 million into Stripe and ElevenLabs, extending retail access to private market exposure. The allocation signals growing demand for fintech and AI investments beyond public equities. Robinhood Ventures Fund I, which launched earlier this month and trades on the New York Stock
Finance
Mastercard has agreed to acquire stablecoin infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. The move signals accelerating institutional investment in blockchain-based payment rails as stablecoin volumes scale globally. The payments giant said Tuesday the deal will expand its digital asset capabilities and
What Is Centrifuge and Why It Matters Most decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols rely heavily on crypto assets like ETH as collateral. Centrifuge takes a different path. It focuses on bringing real-world assets (RWAs) such as invoices, loans, and funds onto the blockchain. The idea is simple but significant. Businesses get
Politics
Crypto advocacy group Stand With Crypto has urged US lawmakers to preserve DeFi protections and allow stablecoin rewards, as legislative negotiations enter a critical phase. The push reflects mounting industry concern that pending rules could restrict core business models across exchanges and decentralized platforms. State chapter presidents sent a joint
Finance
Cango reported a $452.8 million net loss in 2025 despite generating $688.1 million in revenue, underscoring cost pressures in large-scale bitcoin mining. The results highlight how capital intensity and balance sheet volatility continue to weigh on new entrants. Cango Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Unaudited