Chainlink has partnered with Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE operator) to integrate institutional-grade forex and metals pricing data onto blockchain networks. The collaboration provides over 2,000 applications with access to trusted market data from more than 300 global exchanges, enhancing blockchain’s appeal to traditional finance. Chainlink has also launched a reserve fundContinue Reading

World Mobile, in partnership with Indonesian telecom Protelindo, is launching a blockchain-powered 5G network using high-altitude, hydrogen-fueled drones. The drones will operate at 60,000 feet, with each unit capable of providing coverage over 15,000 square kilometers with low-latency, high-speed connectivity. World Mobile Stratospheric is designed to integrate into existing mobileContinue Reading

Nasdaq-listed VivoPower International saw its stock soar by over 52% after announcing a $100 million purchase of Ripple Labs shares. The sustainable energy firm will acquire the stake from existing shareholders, pending approval from Ripple’s management. This dual strategy, executed with partners like BitGo and Nasdaq Private Market, is intendedContinue Reading

World Liberty Financial is seeking US$1.5B (AU$2.30B) to publicly list a WLFI token-holding company. The company has acquired a Nasdaq-listed shell to house its tokens, mirroring digital-asset treasury firm strategies. Two public WLFI sales have raised US$550M (AU$843.14M), attracting high-profile backers including Justin Sun and Web3Port. The Trump family-backed WorldContinue Reading

Steak ‘n Shake reported a 10.7% increase in same-store sales for Q2, with the company crediting Bitcoin acceptance as a “game changer” for their business. The chain saves approximately 50% on processing fees by accepting Bitcoin payments through the Lightning Network across all 400 US locations. Reddit users are callingContinue Reading

The new law allows banks with over US$50 million capital to offer cryptocurrency services. It targets “sophisticated investors” holding more than US$250,000 in liquid assets, including Bitcoin. Licensed institutions can hold Bitcoin, issue tokens, and create regulated crypto-linked investment products. El Salvador’s National Assembly has passed the Investment Banking Law,Continue Reading