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Making Sense of Meme Coins, Digital Assets and Crypto’s Future
Valereum PLC (AQSE:VLRM) has launched its digital asset platform, VLRM Markets, marking its first step into regulated commercial activity in El Salvador. The platform is designed to turn real-world assets, from intellectual property to real estate and commodities, into digital tokens that can be traded, held, or used to raise capital. The move follows regulatory approval in El Salvador, where VLRM Markets is now licensed to issue and manage digital assets
DTCC Aims to Accelerate Adoption of Digital Assets
DTCC is naturally suited to take on the role of sponsoring a sandbox to help ensure interoperability because it is an industry utility owned and governed by its participants according to Chakar. She added: “In the US we are governed by multiple regulators, so sponsoring a sandbox has been a significant undertaking.” She highlighted the importance of DTCC’s experience in helping the industry to move to a shorter settlement cycle in the US
Venture Capitalists Bet Big on Digital Asset and RWA Startups
The New Frontier for VC Investment Venture capitalists are pouring billions into digital asset and Real World Asset (RWA) startups — recognizing the massive potential of tokenized finance. From DeFi protocols to asset-backed stablecoins, VCs see a future where RWAs fuel mainstream adoption of blockchain-based financial infrastructure.
DTCC launches digital asset data, reporting tools
It’s been just over a year since the DTCC completed the acquisition of tokenization startup Securrency. Now it is launching ComposerX, a combination of Securrency tools and additional functionality, especially around data. For those not familiar with the DTCC, it is the primary securities post trade firm in the United States, responsible for processing the transfer and settlement of $3 quadrillion in transactions in 2023.
Street Advisory Group Launches Dedicated Digital Assets and Crypto Communications Practice
Unveiled at the largest-ever Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas, the new practice reflects C Street’s expanding commitment to helping exchanges, protocols, and litigation stakeholders navigate the unique legal, regulatory, and reputational challenges in the digital asset space. The practice is led by Senior Managing Director Jackie Rubin, one of the most experienced communications professionals in crypto
Banks Beware – Digital Assets and RWA Are Disrupting Retail Finance
The Rise of Decentralized Banking Retail finance is undergoing a seismic shift — and banks are feeling the pressure. Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) are enabling consumers to borrow, save, and invest without relying on traditional banks. From decentralized lending to tokenized savings accounts, the future of retail finance is open, permissionless, and increasingly competitive.
The Senate is set to deliver on historic digital assets legislation
For too long, the digital asset industry has operated without clear guidelines, leaving consumers vulnerable and stifling American innovation. With the Senate set to pass the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins, legislation I helped write to provide a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, we have an opportunity to change that. Stablecoins enable faster, cheaper, and competitive transactions
How Multi-Utility NFTs Are Redefining the Digital Asset Landscape
Verifiable Ownership and Authenticity Because NFTs use blockchain technology, this creates a tamper-proof record of who owns the asset. This ensures the provenance and authenticity of items. Yes, someone could copy/paste your JPEG, but only one Web3 wallet can demonstrate ownership. From digital art to collectibles, or, if backed by a solid audit layer, even real-world goods, can be verified, helping to combat counterfeiting and fraud.
Migrant Workers Save More with Low-Cost Remittance via Digital Assets and RWA
Faster, Cheaper Cross-Border Payments Migrant workers send hundreds of billions of dollars home annually — but high fees and slow processing eat into their hard-earned money. Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) are changing the game — offering faster, cheaper, and more reliable remittance options.
Securely Adopting Digital Assets and Web3
What Do Digital Assets and Web3 Mean to Your Organization? Modern technology has sparked a wave of innovation, including the development of interoperable technology systems, increased automation and autonomy, cyber-physical systems, and convergence between biological and technological domains. Decentralized blockchain technology is emerging as the foundational layer upon which data-rich, high-value systems are built. Decentralized digital assets and Web3
Taxation of Cryptocurrency and Other Digital Assets
With a federal tax revenue gap of about $688 billion, studies suggest that at least $50 billion of that gap is due to unreported digital asset transactions. The IRS has started cracking down on crypto tax cheats, recommending hundreds of cases for prosecution, and assisting a charge against a taxpayer who failed to report gains from the sale of digital assets. A push for stronger virtual currency enforcement is bipartisan.
Protect Your Ideas – Intellectual Property and Digital Assets & RWA
Securing Ownership in the Digital Age Intellectual property (IP) rights are being strengthened by digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA) — giving creators unprecedented control over their work. From patents to trademarks and copyrights, blockchain technology is transforming how we register, enforce, and monetize intellectual property — reducing disputes and increasing value.
The Key Considerations for Auditing Digital Assets and Cryptocurrencies
U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board On December 13, 2023, the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-08—Intangibles—Goodwill And Other—Crypto Assets (Subtopic 350-60): Accounting For And Disclosure Of Crypto Assets.[1] This ASU provides detailed guidance on the accounting for and disclosure of digital assets and offers a framework for companies to classify and measure their holdings of digital assets.
The new US administration’s approach to digital assets
The US has long been a holdout among developed nations in establishing clear regulatory expectations for digital asset-related activities. Following last year’s presidential election in the US, however, the new administration has made it clear that federal policy for digital asset development is changing, and that providing regulatory and legislative clarity for digital asset activities is now a priority. First movesThe US has long been a holdout among developed nations
Fight Climate Change Digitally – Carbon Credits on Blockchain as RWA
Carbon credits backed by Real World Assets (RWA) and recorded on blockchain are revolutionizing climate action — making it easier to track, trade, and verify environmental impact. From reforestation to clean energy projects, tokenized carbon offsets are bringing transparency and liquidity to sustainability efforts.
Amended ADGM rules on digital assets to cut approval time and attract institutional players
The amendments streamline the process through which virtual assets (VAs) are accepted for use in the financial hub, ADGM's regulator, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), said. They also impose appropriate capital requirements and fees for authorised persons conducting regulated VA activities. The changes will lead to faster token approvals, since the process of adding new VAs to the ADGM’s “Accepted Virtual Assets” list has been streamlined
The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its stance on digital assets
The Reserve Bank of India has said its stance on digital assets remains the same, despite the recent Supreme Court directive. According to the RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra, there is no new development even despite the court’s pronouncement. The RBI governor touched on this subject and many others at a post-policy press briefing. He added that the Indian premier institution has always maintained its stance concerning the assets, which has remained consistent over the years.
Secure Elections Start with Digital Assets and RWA & Blockchain Trust Through Transparent Voting
Trust Through Transparent Voting Digital assets and Real World Assets (RWA), powered by blockchain, are transforming how elections are conducted — making them more secure, transparent, and tamper-proof. From voter registration to vote counting, decentralized systems offer a new level of integrity in democratic processes — especially in regions where election fraud is common.
How AI Agents Will Change The Digital Assets Industry Forever
Innovation How AI Agents Will Change The Digital Assets Industry Forever Forbes Technology Council ByJason Kim, Forbes Councils Member. for Forbes Technology CouncilCOUNCIL POST | Membership (fee-based) Jun 11, 2025, 07:00am EDT Share Save Jason Kim is the co-founder and CEO of Big Whale Labs—a company at the intersection of cryptography and AI. getty Digital assets have always been about control. Own your keys, own your assets, own your future.
The Bahamas Takes Full Control of FTX Digital Assets
According to the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB), it instructed Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder and former CEO of the bankrupt exchange, to move crypto assets to the regulator's wallet in order to protect creditors. The regulator asserted its action was under the approval of the Supreme Court of The Bahamas five days after seizing control. "The Securities Commission of The Bahamas ('the Commission')
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