📰 UK Weighs Tokenized Gold Rules as Shanghai Challenges London 🗓️ Aug 10 2026 21:47 UTC - Izabela Anna UK regulators are exploring rules for tokenized gold as London seeks to strengthen its bullion market against growing Asian competition. ➤ UK regulators are considering new rules for tokenized gold to bolster London's position in the global bullion market. ➤ The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is consulting firms on regulating blockchain-based gold products and their use as collateral. ➤ This move aims to modernize London's market and counter increasing competition from Asian hubs like Shanghai and Hong Kong. #tokenizedgold #ukregulators #london #shanghai #bullionmarket #blockchain #collateral #fca #bankofengland #digitalgold 🔗 Read more at:

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UK Weighs Tokenized Gold Rules as Shanghai Challenges London

UK regulators are exploring rules for tokenized gold as London seeks to strengthen its bullion market against growing Asian competition.

📰 Russia Eyes Regulated Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT Trading 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 17:47 UTC - Ethan Collins Russia's central bank proposes regulated exchange trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT as a new crypto framework prepares to take effect on Septembe ➤ Russia's central bank proposes regulated exchange trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT, with a new crypto framework set to take effect on September 1, 2026. ➤ The framework will differentiate between retail and qualified investors, with retail investors facing annual purchase limits and risk assessments. ➤ This move signifies a shift towards integrating cryptocurrencies into Russia's regulated financial system, focusing on liquidity and control rather than full monetary adoption. #russia #bitcoin #ethereum #usdt #regulatedtrading #centralbank #cryptoframework #retailinvestors #qualifiedinvestors #digitaldepositories 🔗 Read more at:

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Russia Eyes Regulated Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT Trading

Russia's central bank proposes regulated exchange trading for Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT as a new crypto framework prepares to take effect on Septembe

📰 Ondo Lawsuit Explained: What the Nathan Allman Estate Legal Battle Means for ONDO 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 18:03 UTC - Boluwatife Afe Ondo Finance is facing fresh scrutiny after crypto commentator Sarosh said three lawsuits have been filed in Delaware by the estate of Nathan Allman, the company’s late founder and CEO.  Sarosh said the details of the cases are not public but described them as governance-related. The claims have not been independently verified through publicly available […] ➤ Ondo Finance is facing three lawsuits filed by the estate of its late founder, Nathan Allman, reportedly related to governance issues. ➤ Despite the legal uncertainty, Ondo has continued to expand its tokenization business, launching new products and securing institutional partnerships, including with Broadridge and Mirae Asset. ➤ The impact on ONDO's price and future execution depends on whether the legal dispute remains contained or affects management control and business operations. #ondofinance #nathanallmanestate #lawsuit #governancedispute #tokenizedsecurities #delaware #ondofinance #onchain #institutionalpartnerships 🔗 Read more at:

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Ondo Lawsuit Explained: What the Nathan Allman Estate Legal Battle Means for ONDO

Ondo Finance is facing fresh scrutiny after crypto commentator Sarosh said three lawsuits have been filed in Delaware by the estate of Nathan Allma...

📰 Coinbase picks Abu Dhabi for its global tokenized asset push 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 12:04 UTC - CryptoNews Coinbase (COIN) is setting up its international tokenization hub in Abu Dhabi, giving the crypto exchange a regulatory base for bringing traditional securities onchain outside the U.S. ➤ Coinbase has established its international tokenization hub in Abu Dhabi, securing regulatory approval from the ADGM's FSRA to bring traditional securities on-chain. ➤ The move allows Coinbase to offer digital securities backed by underlying shares, leveraging Abu Dhabi's established framework for virtual assets and tokenized securities. ➤ This strategic expansion into the UAE, alongside its derivatives business in Dubai, aims to facilitate global tokenization efforts and institutional adoption of digital assets. #coinbase #abudhabi #tokenization #adgm #fsra #digitalsecurities #blockchain #institutionalinvestors #projectdiamond #mubadalacapital 🔗 Read more at:

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Coinbase picks Abu Dhabi for its global tokenized asset push

Coinbase (COIN) is setting up its international tokenization hub in Abu Dhabi, giving the crypto exchange a regulatory base for bringing traditiona...

📰 NYSE advances onchain settlement for tokenized securities 🗓️ Aug 10 2026 04:22 UTC - Olivia Stephanie NYSE President Lynn Martin says the exchange is advancing onchain settlement for tokenized securities after joining DTC’s July pilot. ➤ The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is advancing its onchain settlement infrastructure for tokenized securities, following participation in a recent Depository Trust Company (DTC) pilot program. ➤ The NYSE's planned digital trading platform aims for 24/7 trading, instant settlement, fractional shares, and stablecoin funding, integrating tokenized assets within existing U.S. market infrastructure. ➤ The DTC pilot, involving over 30 financial firms, successfully processed live production trades across various asset classes, paving the way for DTCC's broader Tokenization Service launch in October. #nyse #onchainsettlement #tokenizedsecurities #dtcpilot #digitaltradingplatform #securitize #usequities #blockchainsettlement #regulatoryapproval 🔗 Read more at:

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NYSE advances onchain settlement for tokenized securities

NYSE President Lynn Martin says the exchange is advancing onchain settlement for tokenized securities after joining DTC’s July pilot.

📰 Aster launches AOS-2 with 1M ASTER listing stake 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 16:45 UTC Aster has activated AOS-2, requiring projects to stake 1 million ASTER for four years before validators can approve a new perpetual market. AOS-2 opens Aster perpetual listings to applicants Aster said in an Aug. 11 X post that the standard… ➤ Aster has launched AOS-2, a new standard for listing perpetual markets that requires projects to stake 1 million ASTER tokens for four years. ➤ This new process replaces private listing negotiations with a public system involving token staking, validator votes, and on-chain records, with successful proposals subject to risk team review before T+1 launch. ➤ The initiative aims to increase transparency and provide a structured pathway for perpetual market listings on the Aster platform, while also introducing a new utility for the ASTER token. #aster #aos2 #asterperpetual #tokenstaking #validatorvote #onchainrecords #perpetualmarkets #asterdex #riskcontrol #leveragedpositions 🔗 Read more at:

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Aster launches AOS-2 with 1M ASTER listing stake

Aster has activated AOS-2, requiring projects to stake 1 million ASTER for four years before validators can approve a new perpetual market. AOS-2 o...

📰 TRON USDT transfers hit $2.1T as U.S. access expands 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 05:45 UTC TRON processed $2.1T in USDT transfers in Q2 as stablecoin supply hit records and U.S. access widened through Bitnomial and Anchorage. ➤ TRON processed $2.1 trillion in USDT transfers in Q2 2026, with USDT supply reaching a record $87.9 billion, making TRON the largest host chain for circulating USDT. ➤ The network saw increased activity, with network fees rising 15.9% quarterly, and broader U.S. access expanding through Bitnomial (spot and futures trading) and Anchorage Digital (institutional staking). ➤ Canary Capital filed an amended ETF application for staked TRX, while TRON continued infrastructure upgrades and faced ongoing U.S. compliance scrutiny. #tron #usdt #stablecoin #trillion #messari #anchoragedigital #bitnomial #etf #networkfees #circulatingsupply 🔗 Read more at:

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TRON USDT transfers hit $2.1T as U.S. access expands

TRON processed $2.1T in USDT transfers in Q2 as stablecoin supply hit records and U.S. access widened through Bitnomial and Anchorage.

📰 1inch Says CLARITY Act Could Give DeFi Greater Legal Certainty 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 17:31 UTC - Isha Chavda 1inch says the CLARITY Act could provide DeFi with clearer rules, while its September 15 Senate vote will test support for the market-structure bill. ➤ The CLARITY Act, a proposed market-structure bill, could offer DeFi greater legal certainty, but its delayed Senate vote until September 15 creates continued regulatory uncertainty. ➤ 1inch highlights that the current bill includes protections for DeFi developers and self-custody, but warns these provisions could change during ongoing negotiations. ➤ The article emphasizes that even an imperfect law providing statutory framework is preferable to the current system of agency interpretations and enforcement, with the upcoming Senate vote being a key test. #clarityact #defi #1inch #legalcertainty #noncustodialprotocols #softwaredevelopers #selfcustody #regulatoryuncertainty #senatevote #blockchainregulatorycertaintyact 🔗 Read more at:

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1inch Says CLARITY Act Could Give DeFi Greater Legal Certainty

1inch says the CLARITY Act could provide DeFi with clearer rules, while its September 15 Senate vote will test support for the market-structure bill.

📰 ADI Chain, Shipfinex Target $680B Ship Finance Market 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 13:18 UTC - Kelly Cromley ADI Chain and Dubai-based maritime asset tokenization company Shipfinex have announced plans to bring the global ship finance market onto blockchain infrastructure, targeting a sector estimated to be worth about $680 billion. ➤ ADI Chain and Shipfinex are partnering to tokenize the $680 billion global ship finance market, aiming to increase liquidity and accessibility for institutional investors. ➤ The initiative will leverage blockchain infrastructure to represent financial rights in ship loans, leases, and equity, potentially reducing intermediaries and lowering financing barriers for shipping companies. ➤ Despite potential benefits, the project faces significant regulatory hurdles, particularly in the maritime sector, and the success of the model depends on future regulatory developments and market participation. #shipfinance #tokenization #adichain #shipfinex #blockchain #maritimeassets #institutionalinvestors #liquidity #dubai #vara 🔗 Read more at:

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ADI Chain, Shipfinex Target $680B Ship Finance Market

ADI Chain and Dubai-based maritime asset tokenization company Shipfinex have announced plans to bring the global ship finance market onto blockchai...

📰 Anchored Brings Institutional Alternative Strategies Onchain With Launch Of Three Tokenized Funds - BitcoinWorld 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 13:27 UTC - PR Newwire Anchored launches three tokenized funds giving eligible investors stablecoin access to core alternatives, liquid strategies and AI-focused investments. ➤ Anchored has launched three tokenized funds (aDHF, aLSF, aAIF) offering stablecoin access to institutional alternative investment strategies. ➤ These funds provide diversification into core alternatives, liquid alternatives, and AI/semiconductor-focused investments for eligible investors like family offices and digital asset treasuries. ➤ The launch aims to bridge traditional institutional fund structures with onchain workflows, enabling the deployment of stablecoin capital into managed strategies without traditional banking friction. #anchored #tokenizedfunds #alternativestrategies #stablecoinaccess #institutionalinvestors #onchaincapital #diversifiedhedgefund #liquidalternatives #aistrategies #digitalassettreasuries 🔗 Read more at:

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Anchored Brings Institutional Alternative Strategies Onchain With Launch Of Three Tokenized Funds - BitcoinWorld

Anchored launches three tokenized funds giving eligible investors stablecoin access to core alternatives, liquid strategies and AI-focused investme...

📰 US SEC Schedules Meeting to Consider New Rules for Crypto Investment Contracts 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 05:43 UTC - Varinder Singh US SEC has announced an open meeting to consider new crypto regulations framework for crypto investment contracts. ➤ The US SEC is holding a meeting to consider new rules for crypto investment contracts, potentially creating a tailored offering regime. ➤ This initiative aligns with Chair Paul Atkins' 'Regulation Crypto Assets' proposal, aiming for registration and fundraising exemptions for crypto startups. ➤ The meeting occurs amidst delays in the Clarity Act, with the SEC and CFTC ready to establish their own crypto regulations to maintain US leadership. #sec #cryptoregulations #investmentcontracts #regulationcryptoassets #paulatkins #clarityact #tokenization #retailtraders #ussec 🔗 Read more at:

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US SEC Schedules Meeting to Consider New Rules for Crypto Investment Contracts

US SEC has announced an open meeting to consider new crypto regulations framework for crypto investment contracts.

📰 BlockShoals joins FinTech Alliance PH 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 04:20 UTC - Back End News BlockShoals is the locally registered and regulated entity through which Binance products are made available to users. | Back End News ➤ BlockShoals, a SEC-approved Crypto Asset Intermediary in the Philippines, has joined FinTech Alliance PH to enhance its engagement in the country's digital finance sector. ➤ The company operates under the SEC's Strategic Sandbox framework, offering Binance products and services while prioritizing regulatory compliance and financial inclusion. ➤ BlockShoals aims to be a leading Crypto Asset Intermediary in the region, emphasizing integrity, consumer protection, and global partnerships within a compliant local framework. #blockshoals #fintechallianceph #cryptoassetintermediary #secphilippines #strategicsandbox #binance #regulatorycompliance #financialinclusion #digitalfinance 🔗 Read more at:

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BlockShoals joins FinTech Alliance PH

BlockShoals is the locally registered and regulated entity through which Binance products are made available to users. | Back End News

📰 CLARITY Act in Trouble? Senate Delay Gives SEC Room to Restructure Crypto Rules 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 11:05 UTC Key Insights: The CLARITY Act will return to the Senate in September after lawmakers left Washington without holding a key procedural vote. Majority Leader John Thune filed cloture early Saturday on the motion to proceed with the bill. That filing placed the legislation on the Se... ➤ The CLARITY Act faces a delay in the Senate until September, with ongoing disputes over ethics, stablecoin safeguards, and banking concerns hindering its passage. ➤ While Congress is stalled, the SEC is preparing to propose new rules for crypto offerings, potentially building on existing interpretations of investment contracts. ➤ The delay provides an opportunity for further negotiations to address the various obstacles blocking the CLARITY Act, including disagreements among political parties and industry stakeholders. #clarityact #sec #cryptorules #senate #stablecoin #legislation #regulation #ethics #banking 🔗 Read more at:

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CLARITY Act in Trouble? Senate Delay Gives SEC Room to Restructure Crypto Rules

Key Insights: The CLARITY Act will return to the Senate in September after lawmakers left Washington without holding a key procedural vote. Majorit...

📰 How CFOs Can Plan Amid Today’s Uncertainty 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 16:14 UTC - Megan Poinski Also in the Forbes CFO newsletter: An economic slowdown for most—and a supercharge for oil companies; financial institutions rush to add tokenized deposits. ➤ CFOs face significant uncertainty due to fluctuating tariff policies and the rapid rise of AI, requiring strategic adaptation and clear investor communication. ➤ The article highlights an economic slowdown affecting consumer spending, contrasted with booming profits for oil companies due to geopolitical events. ➤ Financial institutions are increasingly offering tokenized deposits, with estimates suggesting a $5.5 trillion market by 2030, driven by cryptocurrency popularity and regulatory changes. #tariffs #uncertainty #cfo #financialprojections #tokenizeddeposits #ai #ey #economicslowdown #oilcompanies #stablecoins 🔗 Read more at:

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How CFOs Can Plan Amid Today’s Uncertainty

Also in the Forbes CFO newsletter: An economic slowdown for most—and a supercharge for oil companies; financial institutions rush to add tokenize...

📰 BlackRock Expands Tokenized Money Market Funds Across Europe 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 16:30 UTC - Yusuf Islam, Manisha Sharma BlackRock expands tokenized money market funds in Europe using Ethereum and Kinexys to support digital ownership transfers for institutional investors. ➤ BlackRock has launched tokenized share classes for its institutional money market funds in Europe, utilizing Ethereum for blockchain-based ownership transfers. ➤ This initiative allows approved institutional investors 24/7 digital transfer capabilities while maintaining the traditional legal fund structure and shareholder registers. ➤ The expansion into Europe follows BlackRock's prior tokenization efforts in the US and signifies a broader strategy to integrate regulated fund exposure with blockchain infrastructure. #blackrock #tokenizedmoneymarketfunds #europe #ethereum #kinexys #jpmorgan #institutionalinvestors #digitalownership #moneymarketfunds #treasury 🔗 Read more at:

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BlackRock Expands Tokenized Money Market Funds Across Europe

BlackRock expands tokenized money market funds in Europe using Ethereum and Kinexys to support digital ownership transfers for institutional invest...

📰 China Bans RWA Tokenization, Names Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether In Sweeping Crypto Crackdown | Yellow.com 🗓️ Feb 06 2026 19:06 UTC China bans RWA tokenization and yuan stablecoins, explicitly naming Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether as illegal. ➤ China's central bank and eight other agencies issued comprehensive regulations banning RWA tokenization and offshore issuance of yuan-pegged stablecoins. ➤ The notice explicitly named Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether as lacking legal tender status, expanding upon the 2021 crypto ban with extraterritorial enforcement scope. ➤ The immediate effect saw Bitcoin drop around 8%, as the regulations target domestic entities, their overseas subsidiaries, and foreign providers serving Chinese residents. #china #rwaban #yuanstablecoin #bitcoin #ethereum #tether #pboc #extraterritorialenforcement #cryptocrackdown 🔗 Read more at:

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China Bans RWA Tokenization, Names Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether In Sweeping Crypto Crackdown | Yellow.com

China bans RWA tokenization and yuan stablecoins, explicitly naming Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether as illegal.

📰 $ZAMA Lists on Revolut, Bringing Blockchain Privacy Into the Mainstream - Brave New Coin 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 15:20 UTC - Chainwire Paris, France, 11th August 2026, Chainwire ➤ Zama's native token, $ZAMA, has been listed on Revolut's main app across the EEA, making it accessible to over 70 million customers. ➤ This listing aims to bring blockchain privacy, powered by Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), to mainstream users by integrating it into a widely used fintech app. ➤ Future initiatives include a 'Learn & Earn' campaign to educate users on the importance of onchain privacy, further driving adoption beyond existing crypto circles. #zama #revolut #privacy #fhe #onchainfinance #mainstreamadoption #eea #confidentialityprotocol #learnearn 🔗 Read more at:

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$ZAMA Lists on Revolut, Bringing Blockchain Privacy Into the Mainstream - Brave New Coin

Paris, France, 11th August 2026, Chainwire

📰 ForumPay Expands Payment Infrastructure with New Card and Bank Transfer Acceptance Solution - Brave New Coin 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 15:25 UTC - Chainwire Milton, Georgia, 11th August 2026, Chainwire ➤ ForumPay has launched a new solution allowing merchants to accept Visa, Mastercard, and bank transfers, with funds automatically converted to crypto and settled. ➤ This enables businesses to offer more payment options without the operational complexity, compliance costs, and chargeback risks associated with traditional card acceptance. ➤ Merchants receive the invoiced amount directly in their preferred currency, while ForumPay handles the conversion and passes associated costs to the payer. #forumpay #visa #mastercard #banktransfer #cryptopayments #paymentinfrastructure #merchantsolutions #instantconversion #settlement #chargebackliability 🔗 Read more at:

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ForumPay Expands Payment Infrastructure with New Card and Bank Transfer Acceptance Solution - Brave New Coin

Milton, Georgia, 11th August 2026, Chainwire

📰 Chainlink vs Pyth Network Whitepaper Comparison: Which Oracle Network Has the Stronger Future? | WEEX Crypto News 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 15:54 UTC Chainlink remains the largest and most widely adopted oracle network. Pyth Network specializes in ➤ This article compares Chainlink and Pyth Network, two leading oracle solutions for blockchain, analyzing their architectures, security, tokenomics, and adoption. ➤ Chainlink is presented as a more comprehensive infrastructure provider with broader adoption and institutional reach, while Pyth Network excels in delivering fast, first-party financial market data. ➤ While both are crucial for DeFi and tokenized RWAs, Chainlink is currently seen as having a stronger long-term potential due to its established ecosystem and diverse services. #chainlink #pythnetwork #oraclenetworks #decentralizedfinance #tokenizedrealworldassets #financialmarketdata #web3 #smartcontracts #datafeeds #blockchaininfrastructure 🔗 Read more at:

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Chainlink vs Pyth Network Whitepaper Comparison: Which Oracle Network Has the Stronger Future? | WEEX Crypto News

Chainlink remains the largest and most widely adopted oracle network. Pyth Network specializes in

📰 New York Times Says Guren “Bobby” Zhou Bought $100 Million in World Liberty Financial Tokens 🗓️ Aug 11 2026 06:36 UTC - NewsCord Benzinga foregrounds court-scheme suspicion; incrypted foregrounds unclear vetting and transparency issues. Compared across 10 outlets including Benzinga. ➤ Guren 'Bobby' Zhou, a UK businessman under investigation for money laundering, purchased $100 million in World Liberty Financial (WLFI) tokens. ➤ The transaction has raised concerns about vetting, transparency, and potential conflicts of interest, with reports suggesting funds benefited the company president's family and associates. ➤ Multiple news outlets highlight the ongoing UK investigation into Zhou and question World Liberty Financial's due diligence in accepting such a large investment from a figure with red flags. #worldlibertyfinancial #gurenbobbyzhou #wlfitokens #moneylaunderinginvestigation #newyorktimes #aqua1 #arkhamintelligence #transparencyissues #ukprobe #investorvetting 🔗 Read more at:

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New York Times Says Guren “Bobby” Zhou Bought $100 Million in World Liberty Financial Tokens

Benzinga foregrounds court-scheme suspicion; incrypted foregrounds unclear vetting and transparency issues. Compared across 10 outlets including Be...