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Intel’s ongoing foundry challenges have taken a political turn. According to the Financial Times, the Trump administration now holds a 10% equity stake in Intel as part of a recent deal designed to influence the company’s decision-making around its floundering foundry business. Intel CFO David Zinsner revealed details at a Deutsche Bank conference, noting that…
Chainlink (LINK) has reached a significant milestone, becoming the first oracle and interoperability platform to secure ISO 27001 certification and a SOC 2 Type 1 attestation, verified by Deloitte & Touche LLP. This recognition covers Chainlink’s Price Feeds, SmartData, including Proof of Reserve and Net Asset Value, as well as its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP)….
American Bitcoin, a U.S.-based Bitcoin mining company backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, is preparing for a major Nasdaq debut. The company plans to go public in early September through an all-stock merger with Gryphon Digital Mining (NASDAQ-CM: GRYP), consolidating assets, investor commitments, and operational infrastructure under the American Bitcoin brand. This move…
Nasdaq-listed real estate asset manager Caliber is making waves in the crypto world. The company’s Board has officially approved a pioneering digital asset treasury (DAT) strategy focused on acquiring and staking LINK, the native cryptocurrency of the Chainlink protocol. This move signals a strong push toward institutional adoption of digital assets within corporate treasuries. Caliber’s…
South Korea has officially stepped into the corporate Bitcoin treasury arena with the launch of Bitplanet, a newly rebranded financial firm set to deploy $40 million into Bitcoin (BTC) purchases. Announced at Bitcoin Asia 2025, the move positions Bitplanet as the country’s first institutional-grade Bitcoin treasury, signaling a broader shift toward digital asset adoption. Paul…
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) continues to strengthen its role in global finance as Brazil’s Braza Bank reportedly processed over $1 billion in stablecoin payments using its BBRL token in Q3 2025. The milestone, highlighted by Stake City founder Luke Judges on X, underscores the increasing adoption of XRPL-based assets by financial institutions. BBRL and USDB…
Massachusetts-based fusion startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has raised $863 million in fresh funding from an elite group of investors including Nvidia, Google, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures, reinforcing its position as the world’s most capitalized private fusion company. Fusion Power’s Growing Investor Appeal CFS has now raised nearly $3 billion, surpassing all competitors in the…
Crypto markets are preparing for a significant supply event in September, as blockchain projects are set to unlock around $4.5 billion in vested tokens, according to Tokenomist. This unlock includes both cliff and linear releases, impacting investors, project teams, and other stakeholders. Cliff vs. linear unlocks: Understanding the market impact Tokenomist data shows that approximately…
China’s electric vehicle (EV) market has grown at a speed few anticipated, transforming the global automotive landscape. Once dismissed by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Chinese EV manufacturers like BYD, Nio, and Li Auto are now challenging traditional Western and Japanese automakers, rapidly expanding domestically and abroad. Analysts say this trend is only accelerating, signaling a…
Elon Musk’s automaker has not had a major refresh in its car lineup for years. Analysts cite the aging models and delayed launches, including the long-anticipated Cybertruck, as key reasons for declining sales. Tesla also faces reputational challenges linked to Musk’s public statements and political affiliations, which some experts believe have eroded consumer confidence. Thomas…