Summary Origins Network has raised $8 million in strategic funding to build a modular blockchain tailored for AI agents with verifiable computation. The round includes Animoca Brands and other Web3 investors, with the project pitching a “Proof of Computation” design that separates heavy AI workloads from onchain verification. Origins is already working with AWS, Tencent
Nasdaq is deepening its digital asset strategy as it teams up with Talos to tackle tokenized collateral management and unlock new efficiencies for global institutions. Nasdaq and Talos link infrastructure for integrated collateral workflows On March 23, 2026, in New York, Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) and Talos announced a new partnership that connects Talos’ digital asset
Examines how tokenized deposits integrate with CBDCs, stablecoins, and European rails, outlining regulatory alignment and ongoing pilots. As banks rewire payments and settlement systems, tokenized deposits are emerging as a central piece of the new onchain cash stack for global finance. Major banks push tokenized deposits onto blockchain rails Tokenized deposits are gaining momentum as
Bitcoin’s jump back above $70,000 on Monday morning came with unusual clarity. The move started when Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that the United States and Iran had held “very good and productive conversations” on a “complete and total resolution” of hostilities in the Middle East, and that planned strikes on Iranian power plants
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is placing tokenization at the center of the next evolution in financial markets, arguing that digital infrastructure could fundamentally reshape how people access and participate in investing. In his annual letter, Fink said tokenization has the potential to modernize the financial system by making assets easier to issue, trade, and hold,
Key takeaways On-chain finance democratizes access to financial tools, offering equal opportunities globally. Monad introduces significant improvements over Ethereum, enhancing transaction speed and finality. Blockchain serves as a single source of truth, enabling global coordination. Centralized exchanges pose risks, especially during periods of distress. Decentralized systems are more complex but offer greater fault tolerance and
Key takeaways The current AI investment boom may mirror past market bubbles in its potential overvaluation. Transformative ideas often lead to investment bubbles, as seen with railroads and the internet. Quantitative models can create portfolios that closely resemble those selected by experts. Value investing has historically outperformed growth investing, despite periodic downturns. Investment managers face
Key takeaways Bitcoin is outperforming gold, reflecting its growing appeal as an investment. Market liquidity for Bitcoin has decreased, leading to increased price volatility. Stabilization of open interest in the futures market has helped reverse Bitcoin’s price trend. Bitcoin is currently seen more as a high beta tech stock than an inflation hedge. Investor confidence