Gemini, the U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has priced its initial public offering at $28 per share, beating expectations ahead of the start of trading Friday. Launching on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “GEMI,” the deal marks one of the most closely watched debuts in the crypto
The FED has been pausing the interest rate cuts it started with 50 basis points in September of last year, since January 2025. The Fed, which left interest rates unchanged until 2025, citing tariff tensions fueled by US President Donald Trump, is expected to begin cutting interest rates again in September. At this point, with
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. 360 million adults in Sub-Saharan Africa don’t have access to any bank account — roughly 17% of the global unbanked population concentrated in a single continent. What’s more, Africa’s top ten banks
Prominent angel investor Jason Calacanis has recommended that investors stay as far away as possible from Michael Saylor’s Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). Calacanis claims that investors should simply get exposure to Bitcoin instead. Vocal Strategy bear The latest bearish statement, with his earlier criticism of the biggest Bitcoin treasury firm. As reported by U.Today, Calacanis previously
Chinese sportswear brand 361 Degrees International Limited is testing new payment methods. The company announced today that it is exploring the use of stablecoin settlements in regions outside mainland China. This includes overseas retail stores, online sales, supply chain services, and its growing digital ecosystem. To start the trial, 361 Degrees opened an account with
Uruguay is in the initial stages of studying the implementation of a digital currency as part of a restructuring process. Adolfo Sarmiento, the former manager of economic policy and markets, has been reassigned to oversee the project. Uruguay Jumps on the Digital Currency Bandwagon as Part of Restructuring Process The Central Bank of Uruguay is
Crypto protocols raised $1.9 billion in August, down 30% from July’s $2.67 billion, according to DefiLlama data. Despite the monthly drop, August numbers for raises from venture capital funds align with the numbers recorded in July, with $600 million captured from PUMP’s public sale last month. DeFi protocols dominated August funding with multiple major raises,
Imagine a digital Korean Won that could be traded globally with ease and unwavering stability. This isn’t just a futuristic dream; it’s a tangible possibility, but one that hinges on crucial financial reforms. The potential for a successful won stablecoin in South Korea is immense, promising to elevate the nation’s financial standing on the international
The financial world is buzzing with news of a significant move by the Arizona state pension fund. This prominent institutional investor has recently boosted its stake in MicroStrategy (MSTR), a company known for its substantial Bitcoin holdings. This decision signals a growing trend among traditional financial entities to explore new avenues for investment growth. What’s
Institutional adoption of digital assets is accelerating across the Asia-Pacific. The Chainalysis 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index shows APAC leading global growth, with value received rising 69% year over year to $2.36 trillion. India tops the index, while Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia expand pilots and sandboxes. Against this backdrop, BeInCrypto spoke with Dr. Jez