Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Crypto Enters Pivotal Phase as Institutional Adoption Accelerates
Andy Baehr from CoinDesk Indices highlights 2025 advancements like Coinbase mergers, stablecoin integrations with Visa/Mastercard, and banks engaging in crypto settlements. Ethereum is poised to lead the next rally via DeFi, stablecoins, and tokenization, with derivatives dominating two-thirds of trading. Optimism grows for 2026 with regulatory progress and broader adoption.
Institutional Investors Plan Major BTC ETP Investments in 2025
68% of institutional investors invested or plan BTC ETPs, with Bitcoin's market cap at $1.65T by November 2025. Stablecoins projected to $1.2T by 2028 enable cross-border payments and RWA tokenization. AI-driven innovations like autonomous agents and ZKPs enhance blockchain security.
OSON Fintech Holding Surpasses 30 Million Transactions in 2025
OSON processed over 30M transactions YTD, exceeding full-year 2024's 20M, shifting to infrastructure-first model. Serves 2.8M users with multi-currency wallets, remittances, and B2B PaaS across 16 countries. Plans expansion to MENA, US, and Southeast Asia for seamless global payments.
Dragonfly Predicts Bitcoin Over $150K by End of 2026
Haseeb from Dragonfly forecasts Bitcoin surpassing $150K, though market share may decline; Ethereum and Solana to outperform fintech chains like Tempo. Stablecoin supply up 60%, USDT dominance to 55%; major tech firm to launch crypto wallet. 'Clarity' Act expected to pass after negotiations.
Vanguard Reverses Crypto Ban, Approves BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL ETFs
Vanguard opened platform to Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana ETFs, boosting mainstream adoption alongside CFTC spot ETF approvals. BlackRock and others push digital assets amid DeFi growth, stablecoins, CBDC pilots. 2025 saw mixed progress with October correction but institutional momentum.
Solana's DeFi TVL Hits Record $62.5M SOL in 2025
Solana leads DeFi comeback with TVL exceeding $62.5M SOL, plus ETF launches and RWA integration via Figure's consortium for real estate yields. Bridges traditional finance and blockchain, positioning Solana as key financial infrastructure. Advancements redefine cryptocurrency's role in finance.
Bitcoin ETFs Manage $115B AUM, MicroStrategy Holds $640K BTC
Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs reached $115B AUM by late 2025; BlackRock's IBIT and Fidelity's FBTC central to portfolios. MicroStrategy's $640K BTC holdings exemplify strategic allocation. Catalysts include post-halving scarcity and regulatory acts like GENIUS.
Bybit Hack Causes $1.5B Loss, Redefining DeFi Security Risks
2025 marked as crypto's worst year with $3.5B losses from hacks, AI scams; Bybit's February $1.5B supply-chain attack via Safe wallet largest ever. CertiK notes supply-chain threats caused $1.45B damage. Erodes trust amid volatility.
CZ Assures 'BTC Will Be Fine' Amid 2025 Volatility
Binance's CZ breaks silence, calming markets as crypto weathers 2025 volatility with hacks and corrections. Emphasizes Bitcoin's resilience despite challenges. Institutional shifts provide momentum heading into 2026.
India Pushes CBDC to B2B Deposit Tokenization for Cross-Border Payments
India advances CBDC from retail to B2B tokenization for instant programmable payments; blockchain tokenizes invoices, supply chains. FIU compliance sanitizes VDA providers amid government crypto reluctance. 2025 saw DeFi growth, stablecoins, developer activity.