Global banks form partnership to apply cryptocurrency technology to financial markets
Financial innovation firm R3 to spearhead crypto technology solutions for the multi-trillion dollar financial services sector
Read moreFinancial innovation firm R3 to spearhead crypto technology solutions for the multi-trillion dollar financial services sector
Read moreThe move follows Webull’s crypto trading launch in Brazil last month and is part of a broader push to expand digital asset offerings globally. The company explained that the arrangement will see Webull Pay Inc., the parent company of Webull Pay LLC, become a subsidiary of Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL). The transaction has been approved…
Read moreThe cloud computing and connectivity provider for financial markets said that the wins included four- to five-year contracts and renewals with brokerage and fintech firms across the UAE and Europe. The deals are said to reflect “growing demand for Beeks' private cloud infrastructure” and are expected to contribute revenue across both FY25 and FY26. Beeks…
Read moreThe cryptocurrency exchange explained in a press release that the products are designed to replicate the functionality of global perpetual futures while remaining fully compliant with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulations. Perpetual futures are said to dominate international crypto markets, accounting for more than 90% of trading activity in some estimates. However, such…
Read moreThe MiCA framework, which became fully applicable in December 2024, represents a watershed moment for the crypto industry in Europe. It aims to provide a harmonized regulatory structure, fostering innovation while simultaneously safeguarding consumers and investors, and combating money laundering and other illicit activities. By achieving this milestone, Kraken has not only validated its commitment…
Read moreThe brokerage firm said it will offer eligible clients both micro-sized (2,500 XRP) and large-sized (50,000 XRP) contracts, providing traders with flexible, capital-efficient tools to gain exposure to XRP. “As demand for regulated crypto derivatives continues to grow, TradeStation Securities is committed to providing traders with direct access to high-demand crypto derivative products through the…
Read moreThe move is said to allow Binance users in Brazil to instantly convert over 100 cryptocurrencies into reais to pay merchants or transfer funds to any Pix-compatible account. Transactions are completed within seconds, which Binance says helps to bring “crypto into everyday life and make it easier for users to spend digital assets in real-world…
Read moreThe initial day of trading saw more than $19 million in notional volume. The contracts are offered in two sizes: a micro contract of 2,500 XRP and a larger 50,000 XRP contract. Both are cash-settled against the CME CF XRP-Dollar Reference Rate, which is calculated daily at 4:00 p.m. London time. “We are pleased to…
Read moreThe shares are set to debut on the Nasdaq Global Select Market on 14 May under the ticker symbol "ETOR". The IPO is expected to raise approximately $620 million, valuing the stock and cryptocurrency trading platform at around $4.2 billion. Founded in 2007, eToro has established itself as a major player in retail investing, competing…
Read moreThe number of Gold subscribers rose by 90% to 3.2 million, helping lift other revenues by 54% to $54 million. Net income more than doubled to $336 million, while diluted earnings per share rose 106% to $0.37. Customer engagement was also said to be strong, with 1.9 million more funded customers added over the year,…
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