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rwatimes 1 hour ago
πŸ“° Japan's Bitcoin ETF Potential: Why an $18.4 Billion Target Is Not an Overstatement πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 13:46 UTC - Gamza Khanzadaev Japan’s upcoming Bitcoin ETFs could hit $18.4 billion by 2028, drawing from a massive $14.6 trillion pool of idle household savings. ➀ Japan's upcoming Bitcoin ETFs are projected to reach $18.4 billion by 2028, tapping into significant household savings. ➀ Capital is expected to flow from retail investors via familiar platforms, conservative institutional funds seeking inflation hedges, and domestic financial giants like SBI Holdings. ➀ The success hinges on regulatory approval, tax reforms reducing crypto income tax, and quick integration by brokers into mass-market investment applications. #bitcoinetf #japan #householdsavings #retailinvestors #institutionalcapital #sbiholdings #financialservicesagency #taxreform #cryptomarket πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° RISEx Launches 'Ignite' Season 1 Points Program, Following $3B in Volume During the Early Access Phase - Brave New Coin πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 12:05 UTC - Chainwire Singapore, Singapore, 24th July 2026, Chainwire ➀ RISEx, an on-chain perpetuals exchange built on RISE Chain, has launched its 'Ignite: Season 1' rewards program after generating over $3 billion in trading volume during its beta phase. ➀ The program emphasizes community ownership and future token distribution, with 100% of RISE points allocated to RISEx users, including traders, LPs, and builders. ➀ RISEx highlights its institutional-grade architecture, EVM-compatible Layer 2 network, and plans to expand into equities, forex, and commodities, positioning itself for global scale. #risex #igniteseason1 #perpdex #onchainperpetuals #risechain #realworldassettrading #ecosystempointsprogram #tradingvolume #defi #institutionalgrade πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Real-World Assets Overtake as Hyperliquid’s Top Trading Category πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 12:55 UTC Hyperliquid, a decentralized perpetual futures exchange, has crossed a notable threshold in the tokenized asset boom: its weekly trading volume from tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) has surpassed the volume of every other asset category combined on the platform for the first ti... ➀ Tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) have become the dominant trading category on the decentralized perpetual futures exchange Hyperliquid, surpassing all other asset classes combined for the first time. ➀ This surge in RWA trading volume, reaching $25.1 billion weekly, indicates a significant shift towards tokenized financial instruments as a primary driver of activity on crypto trading venues. ➀ The growth in RWA holders and total value, coupled with Hyperliquid's substantial revenue generation, signals increasing institutional interest and a potential structural shift in crypto markets towards on-chain derivatives for traditional assets. #hyperliquid #rwa #tokenizedassets #tradingvolume #decentralizedexchange #derivatives #institutionaladoption #marketdepth #liquidity #revenue πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° The XRP ETF buyers stopped. What remains is the anatomy πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 13:00 UTC - Olivia Stephanie From $200M weeks to zero-flow days: the 99% decay of the XRP ETF bid, the $493M scar, the Goldman caveats, and the one thesis left to test. ➀ XRP ETFs have experienced a dramatic decline in inflows, falling 99% from their launch peak, with current assets significantly lower than cumulative inflows, indicating substantial unrealized losses for investors. ➀ The article analyzes the 'anatomy' of this decline, highlighting the concentration of assets in a few funds, the predominantly retail ownership, and the limited impact of institutional disclosures like Goldman Sachs's position. ➀ The recovery thesis for XRP ETFs is now heavily reliant on the passage of the CLARITY Act, with European markets showing modest demand in jurisdictions with established legal clarity, suggesting that legal permanence is a key factor for institutional allocation. #xrpetf #inflows #outflows #institutionaladoption #retailinvestors #goldmansachs #clarityact #legalpermanence #marketdemand #assetprice πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Citadel Securities Bets $600M on Two Crypto Exchanges πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 13:51 UTC ➀ Citadel Securities has invested $600 million in two major crypto exchanges, Kraken and Crypto.com, at a $20 billion valuation for each. ➀ These investments signal a strategic move by Citadel Securities to gain distribution and order flow in the burgeoning market for tokenized securities and derivatives. ➀ The deals highlight a trend of consolidation in the crypto exchange market, favoring platforms that can bridge traditional finance with digital asset infrastructure. #citadelsecurities #cryptoexchanges #kraken #cryptocom #tokenizedsecurities #marketmaker #institutionalfunding #digitalassets #traditionalfinance #orderflow πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Best Platforms For Crypto Users To Buy US Stocks In 2026: Top 5 Compared πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 12:58 UTC - Alexey Bondarev The next battle for trading platforms is not over another token. It is over the investor's entire portfolio. ➀ The article compares five crypto-friendly platforms (Bitget, Kraken, Robinhood, eToro, Bybit) for accessing U.S. stocks in 2026, highlighting different approaches like real shares, tokenized equities, and price-linked products. ➀ Bitget leads with a dual offering: 'Stock+' for real U.S. stocks and 'rTokens' for tokenized exposure, emphasizing capital efficiency and crypto-native integration. ➀ The choice of platform depends on investor priorities, including ownership rights, funding methods (stablecoins vs. fiat), trading costs, and the ability to integrate stock exposure with broader crypto strategies. #tokenizedstocks #cryptoplatforms #usequities #bitget #kraken #robinhood #etoro #bybit #rtokens #realshares πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Robinhood Chain Launches on Ethereum as Investors Anticipate Growth πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 17:15 UTC - Ayanfe Fakunle Robinhood Chain's launch on Ethereum could reshape the landscape for 28 million investors. Here's why it matters for the ecosystem. ➀ Robinhood has launched its own Ethereum Layer 2 solution, Robinhood Chain, utilizing Arbitrum technology. ➀ The initiative aims to onboard 28 million investors into the Ethereum ecosystem and support tokenized real-world assets like Stock Tokens and ETFs. ➀ This move is expected to boost DeFi activity on Ethereum and signifies a growing trend in bridging traditional finance with blockchain. #robinhoodchain #ethereum #layer2 #arbitrum #tokenizedassets #defi #stocktokens #etfs #investoradoption πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Crypto Bull Market: Bitwise CIO Sees Hyperliquid and Robinhood Leading Next Cycle πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 17:08 UTC - Glory Kaburu Crypto bull market outlook from Bitwise favors Hyperliquid and Robinhood as tokenization, DeFi revenue and 24/7 onchain trading expand. ➀ Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts the next crypto bull market will focus on the convergence of blockchain and traditional finance, highlighting platforms like Hyperliquid and Robinhood. ➀ Hyperliquid is noted for its revenue-generating model, directing 99% of platform revenue to buy its HYPE token, and has seen significant growth in open interest and real-world asset trading. ➀ Robinhood Chain, an Arbitrum-based L2, is expanding tokenized assets, lending, and DeFi access, with Robinhood introducing stock tokens and leveraging its large customer base for broader adoption. #hyperliquid #robinhoodchain #matthougan #bitwise #tokenization #defirevenue #stocktokens #onchaintrading #financialconvergence #hypetoken πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Aster: introduces card payments - Q3 2026 πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 02:00 UTC Aster says Q3 adds Aster Card, which makes on-chain balances usable for everyday payments, according to its update on what shipped and what Q3 adds.Aster Card extends the project from trading and market access into day-to-day spending. That can widen the practical role of the ecosystem by giving ho… ➀ Aster is launching Aster Card in Q3 2026, enabling the use of on-chain balances for everyday payments. ➀ This initiative aims to expand the ecosystem's utility beyond trading and investment into daily spending. ➀ The development signifies a move towards broader practical application of on-chain assets, potentially increasing user engagement. #astercard #onchainbalances #everydaypayments #daytodayspending #paymentsrail #routinetransactions #financialinfrastructure #rwamarkets #tradfiaccess πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° T. Rowe Price Crypto ETF Filing Puts Active Multi-Asset Funds In Focus πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 16:38 UTC - Newsbtc T. Rowe Price’s active crypto ETF filing is a reminder that the next phase of digital asset funds may not be limited to simple Bitcoin and Ethereum expo | Bitget crypto news! ➀ T. Rowe Price has filed for an actively managed crypto ETF (TKNZ) that will hold 5-15 digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. ➀ This filing signifies a shift towards more complex, actively managed crypto investment products beyond simple spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. ➀ While a positive development for broader crypto exposure, the SEC's approval is specific to this product, and regulatory scrutiny for altcoin ETFs remains. ➀ Active management in crypto ETFs offers potential for strategic rotation and differentiation for asset managers, but introduces complexity and requires investor trust. #troweprice #activecryptoetf #tknz #bitcoin #ethereum #solana #xrp #secfiling #digitalassets #etfstructure πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° CoinRabbit and GoMining Report: Managing Bitcoin Matters More Than Mining Volume πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 18:55 UTC CoinRabbit and GoMining Report: Managing Bitcoin Matters More Than Mining Volume ➀ A new report from CoinRabbit and GoMining emphasizes that effective Bitcoin treasury management and capital discipline are now more critical than mining volume for profitability, especially in the post-halving era. ➀ The report outlines four pillars for mining efficiency: operational cost control, using mined Bitcoin as collateral instead of selling it, optimizing liquidity and tax through Bitcoin-backed lending, and maintaining a long-term vision with capital discipline. ➀ This strategic shift aims to help miners navigate tighter margins, avoid forced sales during market downturns, and capitalize on opportunities during bear markets. #bitcoinmining #profitability #treasurymanagement #collateralization #liquidityoptimization #capitaldiscipline #posthalving #coinrabbit #gomining #assetstrategy πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Michael Saylor rallies Wall Street to confront Bitcoin’s quantum threat πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 15:15 UTC Michael Saylor’s Strategy has joined eight financial firms in pledging $15 million over three years to protect Bitcoin, starting with preparations for potential quantum-computing threats. Strategy announced the Bitcoin Security Consortium in a press release, naming Anchorage Digi... ➀ Michael Saylor's Strategy and eight other financial firms have launched the Bitcoin Security Consortium, pledging $15 million over three years to enhance Bitcoin's long-term security. ➀ The consortium's initial focus is on preparing for potential quantum-computing threats, despite the uncertain timeline for such capabilities. ➀ This initiative highlights growing institutional concern and investment in safeguarding Bitcoin's cryptographic integrity against future technological advancements. #bitcoinsecurityconsortium #quantumthreat #michaelsaylor #blackrock #fidelity #coinbase #arkinvest #galaxydigital #postquantumcryptography #bitcoin πŸ”— Read more at:
rwatimes 2 hours ago
πŸ“° Brian Armstrong Highlights 4B Unbrokered People β€” Tokenization as a Solution πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 22:35 UTC - Ayanfe Fakunle Brian Armstrong points out that 4B people lack investment access. Tokenization could transform their financial opportunities β€” here's how. ➀ Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlighted that 4 billion people globally lack investment access, identifying tokenization as a potential solution. ➀ Armstrong believes tokenization can democratize investment opportunities for the unbrokered population, reshaping financial market engagement. ➀ The article suggests monitoring Armstrong's statements for their influence on market sentiment regarding investment inclusion and future regulations. #brianarmstrong #coinbase #tokenization #financialinclusion #unbrokeredindividuals #investmentaccess #democratization #regulatoryframeworks #assetmanagement πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Capital brings tokenized private fund to Solana πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 16:55 UTC Mubadala Capital tokenizes a private markets fund with Coinbase and KAIO, launching across Base, Solana, and Sui with $75 million already onchain. ➀ Mubadala Capital has tokenized a private markets fund on Solana, Base, and Sui, attracting $75 million in onchain assets. ➀ This move by a major sovereign wealth fund signifies a shift towards operational deployment of tokenization, with significant growth projected for tokenized financial assets. ➀ Solana is highlighted as a key infrastructure provider for institutional demand in tokenized assets, particularly equities, due to its speed and low fees. #mubadalacapital #tokenizedprivatefund #solana #coinbase #base #sui #onchaintreasurymanagement #privatemarkets #institutionalinvestors #assetmanagement πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Ripple's UBRI Surpasses 60 Academic Partners With AI, Tokenization, and Post-Quantum Breakthroughs πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 16:13 UTC - Brian Njuguna Ripple's UBRI has expanded to 60+ university partners, advancing blockchain research through breakthroughs in AI finance, tokenization, and post-quantum security. ➀ Ripple's UBRI has expanded to over 60 university partners, focusing on AI finance, tokenization, and post-quantum security. ➀ The initiative funds research to develop next-generation blockchain technologies and talent for digital finance. ➀ These advancements aim to integrate academic discovery with practical, real-world blockchain applications and enterprise adoption. #ripple #ubri #blockchainresearch #aifinance #tokenization #postquantumcryptography #academicpartners #digitalfinance #realworldassets πŸ”— Read more at:
rwatimes 4 hours ago
πŸ“° Chainlink price holds $8.54 as whales accumulate 14M LINK πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 08:35 UTC Chainlink trades near $8.54 as whales accumulate 14 million LINK, exchange reserves fall and technical indicators point to improving momentum. ➀ Chainlink whales have accumulated over 14 million LINK tokens in less than a month, indicating growing interest from large holders. ➀ Technical indicators suggest improving momentum for LINK, with falling exchange reserves potentially tightening supply, though a sustained move above $9-$10 is needed for stronger upward movement. ➀ Chainlink's ecosystem continues to expand with institutional integrations and the launch of U.S. spot ETFs, positioning it as a leading RWA project despite LINK's current price consolidation. #chainlink #link #whaleaccumulation #exchangereserves #technicalindicators #mantle #aave #ccip #chainlinketf #rwa πŸ”— Read more at:
rwatimes 5 hours ago
πŸ“° Abu Dhabi's $430B Asset Giant Makes Blockchain Leap, Coinbase Buys In πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 00:04 UTC - CryptoNews Mubadala Capital, the alternative asset management arm of Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company, oversees roughly $430 billion in assets managed, advised, or administered. That scale ➀ Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Capital, managing $430B, has tokenized its Alternative Solutions Fund on Coinbase's Base network, Solana, and Sui, alongside other blockchains. ➀ The fund focuses on private equity, direct investments, and credit, targeting qualified institutional investors with a minimum of $100,000. ➀ Coinbase is directly investing in the fund, signaling confidence in tokenized private markets and the potential for programmable, on-chain assets. #mubadalacapital #abudhabi #coinbase #basenetwork #tokenization #privateequity #directinvestments #creditexposures #qualifiedinstitutionalinvestors #kaio πŸ”— Read more at:
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πŸ“° Inside a fintech meetup where builders see the next chapter for crypto πŸ—“οΈ Jul 23 2026 17:29 UTC - Peter Flax Entrepreneurs share how stablecoins and other digital assets and blockchain tech are evolving from speculative investments into practical financial tools. ➀ Entrepreneurs at a fintech meetup are discussing the evolution of crypto from speculative investments to practical financial tools, with a focus on stablecoins and blockchain technology. ➀ Real estate is being tokenized into NFTs to reduce entry barriers, with plans for tenants to pay rent with digital tokens, though compliance costs and bad actors remain concerns. ➀ The integration of AI is accelerating fintech innovation, enabling faster development of applications and reducing the need for specialized developer expertise, signaling a shift towards mainstream consumer adoption. #realestatetokenization #stablecoins #fintechmeetup #nfts #koreatownbuilding #frictionreduction #compliancestandards #moonpay #mastercard #aiinnovation πŸ”— Read more at:
rwatimes 5 hours ago
πŸ“° How tokenized stocks fail as collateral even when the stock price does not move πŸ—“οΈ Jul 02 2026 19:21 UTC - CryptoSlate DeFi lending protocol Edel disclosed a $403,000 exploit that hit the layer where tokenized stocks are trying to become DeFi collateral. Edel said no depositor ➀ A DeFi lending protocol, Edel, suffered a $403,000 exploit due to the manipulation of tokenized Google stock (wGOOGLx) collateral value, highlighting risks beyond the underlying stock price. ➀ The exploit exploited a flaw in the exchange rate between the wrapped token and its underlying counterpart, demonstrating that tokenized stocks, when integrated into DeFi, can break like other crypto assets. ➀ The incident underscores the need for robust risk management in tokenized asset collateralization, including isolating wrapper risk, capping exposure, and hardening oracle paths to prevent future exploits. #tokenizedstocks #deficollateral #exploit #wrappermispricing #oraclemanipulation #flashloan #edel #wgooglx #cryptoassets #lendingprotocol πŸ”— Read more at:
rwatimes 5 hours ago
πŸ“° Crypto Prices Today: Bitcoin Holds Near $65,200 as ETF Inflows Offset US-Iran Tensions πŸ—“οΈ Jul 24 2026 06:40 UTC - Simran Mishra, Sankha Ghosh Bitcoin holds near $65,200 as spot ETF inflows support the market despite US-Iran tensions, rising oil prices, and growing focus on the upcoming Fed decision. ➀ Bitcoin holds near $65,200, supported by consistent spot ETF inflows, despite geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices. ➀ Market sentiment remains cautious due to US-Iran hostilities, elevated oil prices, and uncertainty surrounding the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting and the CLARITY Act. ➀ Institutional developments, including BNY Mellon's tokenized treasury plans and Coinbase's AI payment integration, highlight ongoing RWA infrastructure build-out. #bitcoin #etf #usirantensions #oilprices #federalreserve #treasuryyields #clarityact #tokenizedtreasuries #bnymellon #ethereum πŸ”— Read more at:
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