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Financial Services Examines Digital Asset Market Structure Legislation
“Digital assets have emerged as a new and growing asset class over roughly the last 15 years—a byproduct of financial innovation and increasing retail and institutional interest. While the U.S. digital asset ecosystem and markets are still developing, interesting use cases and products have already been established. These include stablecoins, payment systems, non-fungible tokens, decentralized financial systems, and scaling solutions.
Protect Your Digital Wealth – Cybersecurity Tips for Digital Asset and RWA Owners
Securing Your Digital Fortune Owning digital assets and RWA comes with great power — and great responsibility. Unlike traditional banks, which insure deposits, digital asset holders must protect their own funds. With cyberattacks on the rise, securing your digital wallet is critical. Fortunately, there are proven strategies to safeguard your holdings and prevent costly losses.
Bitcoin Meets Sunshine: SolarBank Blends Clean Energy with Digital Assets
SolarBank’s initiative focuses on its 3.79 MW Geddes Solar Project in New York. This project transforms a former landfill into a clean energy site. Instead of reinvesting or distributing cash, the company will put all net cash from this project into Bitcoin. Notably, they already operate over 100 MW of solar capacity, partner with Honeywell and the Royal Bank of Canada, and manage a project pipeline exceeding 1 GW. Despite their strong position in solar
Former CFTC Chair warns digital asset Clarity Act could undermine main markets
Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 (Clarity Act) could create more confusion than clarity while potentially undermining decades of established securities law. In testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, Massad argued that effective digital asset legislation for market structure should follow two simple principles: “do no harm and keep it simple.” Massad emphasized that any digital asset market structure legislation must not undermine the U.S.’s $120 trillion
Wall Street Is Betting Big on Digital Assets and RWA – Should You Too?
Institutional Giants Are All In Major financial institutions are investing heavily in digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) — and you should be paying attention. From BlackRock to Goldman Sachs, Wall Street is embracing digital assets as a legitimate part of modern portfolios. These firms see long-term value in blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and tokenized securities. If elite investors are placing bets, it’s time to consider whether you should too.
Credit union parity essential to compete in digital assets market
“We support legislative frameworks which assign to the NCUA primary responsibility for regulating the activities of credit unions. We also support federal oversight of nonbank issuers of stablecoins to ensure consistent supervision, anti-money laundering compliance, and application of safety and soundness expectations,” Nussle wrote. The hearing is focused on a draft of the Digital Market Clarity Act, and America’s Credit Unions supports bill language including:
Aon names Rupert Poland as Head of EMEA Digital Asset practice
Poland will be based in London and report to Tom Davis, Aon’s Executive Director, EMEA Financial Services Group.\r\n\r\nIn his new role, Poland will work with teams to expand Aon’s Digital Asset practice, developing risk solutions and accelerating the creation of specialist insurance offerings.\r\n\r\nMost recently, Poland served at Marsh as a Digital Asset
Fast, Borderless Payments via Digital Assets and RWA
Gig workers can now receive fast, secure, and borderless payments through digital assets and Real World Asset (RWA)-backed tokens. Traditional payment systems often delay earnings by days or weeks. Now, platforms using blockchain-based RWAs offer instant, low-cost cross-border transactions — transforming how freelancers, drivers, and content creators get paid globally.
Digital Assets in Institutional Finance: How to Prepare for the Future
From cryptocurrencies to non-fungible tokens (NFTs), many institutional investors initially dismissed digital assets as purely speculative investments. However, this quickly evolving asset class is increasingly capturing institutional investors’ attention. As of 2024, 67% of surveyed institutional investors believe that digital assets have a role in their investment portfolios, and 69% plan to increase their allocations in the next two to three years.
Hong Kong: digital asset derivatives for professional investors on the rise
Christopher Hui Ching-yu, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, officially confirmed the intention of local authorities to introduce trading of digital asset derivatives reserved for professional investors. The main objective is to ensure that trading takes place in an orderly, transparent, and secure manner, thus emphasizing robustness in risk management. In this regard, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong
Empowering Emerging Markets with Digital Assets and RWA
Financial Inclusion Through Tokenized Real-World Assets Digital assets and RWA are giving emerging economies access to global capital, fair remittances, and transparent finance. From land registries to microfinance, RWA-backed tokens are changing lives.
UAE helped US regulators frame digital asset policy, Circle president says
Circle Internet Group says the UAE has played a vital role in helping US regulators frame digital asset policies, reflecting the growing influence of the Emirates in the global technology stage. The company, which manages the world's second-biggest stablecoin, USDC, raised more than $1 billion at its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, reflecting the legitimacy of digital asset
C Street Advisory Group Launches Dedicated Digital Assets and Crypto Communications Practice
C Street Advisory Group, LLC (“C Street”), the leading strategic communications advisory and crisis management firm, today announced the launch of its Digital Assets and Crypto Communications Practice – a new initiative designed to support clients across the rapidly evolving blockchain, digital currency, and decentralized finance ecosystem.
Digital Assets and RWA Meet the New Era of Money
Money Evolves with RWA Integration The new era of money isn’t just digital — it’s anchored in real-world assets that provide trust, utility, and resilience. From programmable cash to tokenized commodities, RWA-backed digital assets are shaping how we transact and save.
National Bank Launches Crypto Card, Outlines Broader Digital Asset Strategy
The crypto card is a payment solution that allows users to conduct cashless transactions linked to wallets held with licensed digital asset service providers, primarily crypto exchanges, operating within the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC). The project aims to seamlessly integrate digital assets into the existing financial infrastructure while maintaining security and user convenience. How the crypto card works According to the NBK’s official press release, the mechanism
NextGen Digital Expands AI Hosting and Eyes Digital Asset Ventures
NextGen Digital Platforms Inc. has expanded its Cloud Hosting operations by adding three new high-performance GPU workstations, increasing its total active GPU fleet to five. This expansion is expected to boost operational cash flows and meet growing demand in the AI computing sector. Furthermore, NextGen is exploring entry into the digital asset ecosystem, including mining and blockchain infrastructure, leveraging its existing expertise to complement its current business lines.
Secure Your Wealth with Blockchain-Backed Digital Assets and RWA
Protecting Value Through Real-World Anchoring Combining blockchain security with RWA ensures your digital wealth is both protected and grounded in tangible value. Unlike purely speculative tokens, RWA-backed assets provide a real-world floor — even in volatile markets.
Best Crypto to Buy Now as California Tightens Grip on Digital Assets
“California must protect consumer interest and embrace the legal recognition of crypto and blockchain to modernize our economy,” Valencia said during the assembly meeting while introducing the bill. While this is seen as a progressive measure by most cryptocurrency advocates, it has also set a precedent for the government being able to seize crypto if it has remained unclaimed for more than three years.
How Crypto Derivatives Have Impacted Digital Markets
This is the sixth instalment of the Professor Coin column, in which I bring important insights from published academic literature on cryptocurrencies to the Decrypt readership. In this article, we’ll investigate cryptocurrency derivatives. Bitcoin has gone from being an obscure digital asset traded by blockchain enthusiasts to one of the most traded and recognizable assets in the world
From Bitcoin to RWA – The Evolution of Digital Assets
Beyond Speculation: Real-World Utility Digital assets have evolved from speculative coins into tools that power real economic activity — thanks to RWA integration. Bitcoin started the revolution; RWA is taking it mainstream
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