📰 Italy Crypto: Banca Sella the First Bank to Offer Crypto Services 🗓️ May 28 2026 14:31 UTC - Tim Baker In Italy crypto news today, Banco Sella has is the first Italian bank to offer regulated crypto services to its customers ➤ Banca Sella is the first Italian bank to offer regulated crypto custody and transfer services under the EU's MiCA framework. ➤ The bank's approach focuses on infrastructure and compliance, not retail trading, and leverages a notification pathway within MiCA. ➤ This move aligns Banca Sella with broader European trends in institutional adoption of digital assets and stablecoins. #bancasella #italy #mica #cryptoservices #digitalassetcustody #bankofitaly #stablecoin #qivalisconsortium #europeanunion 🔗 Read more at:

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Italy Crypto: Banca Sella the First Bank to Offer Crypto Services

In Italy crypto news today, Banco Sella has is the first Italian bank to offer regulated crypto services to its customers

📰 Why Corporate Treasuries May Start Holding Critical Minerals 🗓️ May 28 2026 14:47 UTC - Anthony Milewski Companies may begin thinking about certain commodities less as operational inputs and more as strategic assets. ➤ Companies are considering holding critical minerals in corporate treasuries as a strategic asset due to supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. ➤ This shift moves beyond traditional procurement and hedging, viewing commodities as a form of strategic insurance against scarcity and price volatility. ➤ Tokenization is highlighted as a potential solution to overcome logistical challenges, making commodity exposure more accessible and liquid for corporate treasuries. #criticalminerals #corporatetreasuries #supplychaindisruptions #geopoliticaltension #energytransition #tokenization #strategicassets #commodityrisk #financialinnovation #balancesheet 🔗 Read more at:

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Why Corporate Treasuries May Start Holding Critical Minerals

Companies may begin thinking about certain commodities less as operational inputs and more as strategic assets.

📰 XRP’s RWA Boom Leaves Ethereum in the Dust, Exploding From $10M to $400M in Just 15 Months 🗓️ May 28 2026 14:27 UTC - Brian Njuguna XRP’s tokenized RWA market surges from $10M to $400M in 15 months, outpacing Ethereum and signaling rapid institutional blockchain adoption. ➤ XRP's tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) have surged from $10 million to $400 million in 15 months, significantly outpacing Ethereum's growth rate. ➤ This rapid expansion, driven by institutional capital, positions XRP as a strong contender in the tokenization race, outperforming other major networks like Avalanche and Polygon. ➤ Despite a lower total RWA value than Ethereum, XRP's market capitalization and growth trajectory suggest increasing institutional expectations and a shifting landscape in tokenized finance. #xrpledger #tokenizedrwa #ethereum #institutionaladoption #blockchainadoption #evernorth #growthrate #xrpl 🔗 Read more at:

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XRP’s RWA Boom Leaves Ethereum in the Dust, Exploding From $10M to $400M in Just 15 Months

XRP’s tokenized RWA market surges from $10M to $400M in 15 months, outpacing Ethereum and signaling rapid institutional blockchain adoption.

📰 Samsung buys stake in parent of Korean crypto exchange Upbit 🗓️ May 28 2026 15:27 UTC - Ledger Insights Three Samsung group affiliates are investing a combined 612.8 billion won ($408 million) in Dunamu, the operator of Korea's largest cryptocurrency ➤ Samsung group affiliates are investing $408 million in Dunamu, the operator of South Korea's largest crypto exchange, Upbit. ➤ The investment is motivated by the expansion of digital assets, including Korean won stablecoins, and aims to leverage Dunamu's blockchain expertise for digital financial infrastructure. ➤ Samsung Securities plans to collaborate on security token issuance and distribution, while Samsung SDS will contribute infrastructure depth to build digital financial solutions. #samsung #dunamu #upbit #korea #digitalassets #stablecoins #securitytokens #blockchain #investment #financialinfrastructure 🔗 Read more at:

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Samsung buys stake in parent of Korean crypto exchange Upbit

Three Samsung group affiliates are investing a combined 612.8 billion won ($408 million) in Dunamu, the operator of Korea's largest cryptocurrency

📰 XRP News: XRP Ledger Just Tokenized $3 Billion in Real-World Assets 🗓️ May 03 2026 18:40 UTC - Sam Daodu The XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) Ledger has been building its tokenization case for years, but the numbers are finally starting to back it up. Real-world assets on XRPL just crossed $3 billion in total value, up 59% in a single month, with 291 separate projects now running on the network. Deutsche Bank, Société Générale, and Aviva ... XRP News: XRP Ledger Just Tokenized $3 Billion in Real-World Assets ➤ The XRP Ledger has surpassed $3 billion in tokenized real-world assets, experiencing a 59% growth in the past month, with 291 projects now active on the network. ➤ Key drivers include Justoken's energy-backed token ($1.76B), Ondo Finance's tokenized U.S. Treasuries, and Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin, positioning XRPL as a significant player in the RWA tokenization space. ➤ Regulatory clarity following the SEC settlement and the CFTC's classification of XRP as a digital commodity, coupled with XRPL's technical advantages and institutional commitments, are fueling this rapid adoption. #xrpledger #tokenization #realworldassets #justoken #ondofinance #deutschebank #societegenerale #avivainvestors #archax #ripple 🔗 Read more at:

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XRP News: XRP Ledger Just Tokenized $3 Billion in Real-World Assets

The XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) Ledger has been building its tokenization case for years, but the numbers are finally starting to back it up. Real-world asse...

📰 Which Crypto Has the Strongest Real-World Use Case in 2026? 🗓️ May 28 2026 12:43 UTC - Sam Daodu Which crypto has the strongest real-world use case in 2026? That question used to be about whitepapers and roadmaps. Now there’s enough actual data to answer it. Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), XRP (CRYPTO: XRP), and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) are each making a different case for real-world use. Here’s how the four cryptocurrencies compare ... Which Crypto Has the Strongest Real-World Use Case in 2026? ➤ Ethereum is identified as having the strongest real-world use case in 2026 due to its dominance in tokenizing real-world assets, hosting 65% of the $31-34 billion market. ➤ Bitcoin is recognized as a proven store of value, with BlackRock's ETF holding significant BTC and major banks reclassifying it as a Tier 1 asset for collateral. ➤ Solana leads in consumer activity and transaction volume, while XRP shows potential for cross-border settlement but faces regulatory uncertainty, making Ethereum the most robust platform for building on-chain. #ethereum #tokenization #realworldassets #bitcoin #solana #xrp #institutionalfinance #settlementlayer #storeofvalue #crossborderpayments 🔗 Read more at:

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Which Crypto Has the Strongest Real-World Use Case in 2026?

Which crypto has the strongest real-world use case in 2026? That question used to be about whitepapers and roadmaps. Now there’s enough actual da...

📰 XLM Jumps 24% After Wall Street Tokenization Trend Sparks Trading Frenzy - Crypto Economy 🗓️ May 28 2026 13:13 UTC - Guido Battigelli XLM rose 24.4% in 24 hours and surpassed $0.188, with trading volume surging over 1,000% to exceed $1.12 billion. ➤ XLM experienced a significant price surge of 24.4% driven by a trading frenzy, with trading volumes increasing over 1,000%. ➤ The surge is linked to the growing trend of tokenizing real-world assets (RWAs), with institutions like BIS and DTCC exploring its potential for cross-border payments and integrating tokenized stocks, ETFs, and Treasuries on networks like Stellar. ➤ Market analysis indicates a growing demand for yield products and an increase in the average size of RWA trades, suggesting a maturing market and institutional interest in tokenization. #stellar #xlm #tokenization #rwa #crossborderpayments #dtcc #securitize #yieldproducts #wholesalepayments 🔗 Read more at:

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XLM Jumps 24% After Wall Street Tokenization Trend Sparks Trading Frenzy - Crypto Economy

XLM rose 24.4% in 24 hours and surpassed $0.188, with trading volume surging over 1,000% to exceed $1.12 billion.

📰 Twin launches COLt, the onchain Colombian peso - Vive Click 🗓️ May 28 2026 20:03 UTC - Vive Noticias Twin, a company that provides onchain financial infrastructure for emerging markets, presents COLt: a stablecoin in Colombian peso, issued and operational on blockchain. The launch occurs at a time of accelerated expansion of the Colombian crypto ecosystem, and positions Colombia as one of the reference markets in the construction of digital financial infrastructure in local - Medio Digital de Noticias - LATAM - 28 ➤ Twin has launched COLt, a stablecoin pegged to the Colombian peso, on the blockchain, aiming to facilitate payments and transfers within Colombia and across Latin America. ➤ This launch positions Colombia as a key market for digital financial infrastructure, with COLt addressing the friction of dollar-denominated stablecoins by operating directly in local currency. ➤ COLt is part of a broader network of seven local currency stablecoins launched by Twin in Latin America, enabling seamless cross-border transactions without relying on the US dollar as an intermediary. #colt #colombianpeso #stablecoin #twin #belo #latinamerica #onchain #digitalfinancialinfrastructure #localcurrency #crossborderpayments 🔗 Read more at:

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Twin launches COLt, the onchain Colombian peso - Vive Click

Twin, a company that provides onchain financial infrastructure for emerging markets, presents COLt: a stablecoin in Colombian peso, issued and oper...

📰 Bitcoin Crashes Below $73K Amid Iran Tensions 🗓️ May 28 2026 13:21 UTC - Triparna Baishnab Bitcoin plunged below $73,000 as escalating US-Iran tensions triggered market panic, crypto liquidations, institutional selling, and widespread risk-off sentiment globally ➤ Bitcoin experienced a sharp decline below $73,000, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions and a global risk-off sentiment, impacting stocks and oil prices. ➤ The crash triggered over $1 billion in crypto liquidations, highlighting Bitcoin's behavior as a risk asset rather than a safe haven during geopolitical crises, contrasting with gold's performance. ➤ While institutional selling was evident in some ETFs, selective buying suggests a divergence in investor strategy, with the near-term outlook dependent on de-escalation of geopolitical tensions. #bitcoin #usirantensions #geopoliticalrisk #marketpanic #cryptoliquidations #institutionalselling #riskoffsentiment #digitalgold #derivativesmarket #etfoutflows 🔗 Read more at:

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Bitcoin Crashes Below $73K Amid Iran Tensions

Bitcoin plunged below $73,000 as escalating US-Iran tensions triggered market panic, crypto liquidations, institutional selling, and widespread ris...

📰 Making Sense of Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency and Blockchain: A Practical Guide 🗓️ May 28 2026 09:11 UTC - Suyash Raizada A practical guide to blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Bitcoin: how they differ, key use cases, risks, regulation trends, and what to watch next. ➤ This article provides a practical guide to understanding blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Bitcoin, differentiating them and outlining their layered innovation. ➤ It explores key use cases in supply chain, financial services (including tokenization and stablecoins), and sustainability, while also detailing benefits and risks. ➤ The guide emphasizes the crucial role of regulation, market infrastructure, and a use-case-driven approach for professional and enterprise adoption. #blockchain #cryptocurrency #bitcoin #tokenization #stablecoins #regulation #enterpriseadoption #supplychain #financialservices #cbdcs 🔗 Read more at:

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Making Sense of Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency and Blockchain: A Practical Guide

A practical guide to blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Bitcoin: how they differ, key use cases, risks, regulation trends, and what to watch next.

📰 Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Defends Stellar, Says It’s Perfectly Legitimate Technology 🗓️ May 28 2026 11:08 UTC - CryptoNews Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has defended Stellar following criticism surrounding its newly announced collaboration with the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC). ➤ Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has publicly defended the Stellar network against criticism regarding its legitimacy and security. ➤ The controversy arose from Stellar's collaboration with the DTCC for tokenizing assets, with critics questioning its consensus model. ➤ Hoskinson highlighted Stellar's legitimacy and his long-standing positive view of the project and its founder, Jed McCaleb. #stellar #charleshoskinson #dtcc #tokenization #blockchain #xlm #jedmccaleb #consensusprotocol #cardano 🔗 Read more at:

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Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Defends Stellar, Says It’s Perfectly Legitimate Technology

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has defended Stellar following criticism surrounding its newly announced collaboration with the Depository Trust ...

📰 CFTC bid to vacate order against Winklevoss' crypto exchange 'very unusual': ex-agency chief 🗓️ May 28 2026 18:36 UTC - Dan Mangan Gemini's founders, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, were donors to the 2024 election campaign of President Donald Trump. ➤ The CFTC is seeking to vacate a consent order against Gemini, a move described as 'very unusual' by a former CFTC chair. ➤ The original order, which included a $5 million penalty, related to false statements made by Gemini about a bitcoin futures contract. ➤ Both Gemini and the CFTC now agree that the complaint should not have been filed, citing a comprehensive review and current enforcement standards. #cftc #gemini #winklevoss #consentorder #vacate #cryptoexchange #enforcement #litigation #bitcoinfutures 🔗 Read more at:

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CFTC bid to vacate order against Winklevoss' crypto exchange 'very unusual': ex-agency chief

Gemini's founders, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, were donors to the 2024 election campaign of President Donald Trump.

📰 Sequans dumps $BTC reserve, pivots back to IoT chips after debt cleared 🗓️ May 28 2026 19:00 UTC - Andrew Folkler Paris-based chipmaker Sequans Communications has fully exited its bitcoin treasury, selling roughly 80% of its holdings to repay convertible debt and... ➤ Chipmaker Sequans has fully exited its Bitcoin treasury, selling most of its holdings to repay convertible debt. ➤ The company is now refocusing on its core IoT semiconductor and wireless application businesses. ➤ This move simplifies Sequans' capital structure and strengthens its balance sheet after a brief foray into crypto treasuries. #sequans #bitcoin #treasury #convertibledebt #iotchips #semiconductors #debtredemption #balancesheet #crypto 🔗 Read more at:

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Sequans dumps $BTC reserve, pivots back to IoT chips after debt cleared

Paris-based chipmaker Sequans Communications has fully exited its bitcoin treasury, selling roughly 80% of its holdings to repay convertible debt a...

📰 El pulso del mercado: Stellar se dispara al alza mientras los traders apuestan contra el rally 🗓️ May 28 2026 20:35 UTC - Julio Molina Stellar impulsa su precio tras anuncio con DTCC, mientras crecen las posiciones bajistas que desafían la tendencia alcista. ➤ Stellar (XLM) experienced a price surge following the announcement of a partnership with DTCC to tokenize assets on its network, attracting institutional interest. ➤ Despite the positive price action, derivatives traders are largely betting against Stellar, indicated by negative funding rates, suggesting a divergence in market sentiment. ➤ The article analyzes the technical outlook for XLM, highlighting the potential for a short squeeze if the price consolidates above key resistance levels, despite the prevailing bearish sentiment in the derivatives market. #stellar #dtcc #tokenization #xlm #fundingrates #derivatives #shortpositions #technicalanalysis #institutionalinterest #blockchain 🔗 Read more at:

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El pulso del mercado: Stellar se dispara al alza mientras los traders apuestan contra el rally

Stellar impulsa su precio tras anuncio con DTCC, mientras crecen las posiciones bajistas que desafían la tendencia alcista.

📰 Treasury Secretary Urges CLARITY Act Passage, Saying The US Should Be Home For Crypto 🗓️ May 28 2026 20:33 UTC - Ronaldo Marquez Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Congress to pass the CLARITY Act, a bill that would provide the long-awaited clarity needed. ➤ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is urging Congress to pass the CLARITY Act to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets in the US. ➤ Bessent advocates for bringing crypto activity onshore to the US, citing the 'wild, wild west' environment offshore as a source of confusion and controversy. ➤ The administration has ruled out adopting a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), viewing it as a step towards tracking. #clarityact #scottbessent #digitalassets #regulatoryframework #uscryptopolicy #congress #offshorecrypto #cbdc #assetclassification 🔗 Read more at:

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Treasury Secretary Urges CLARITY Act Passage, Saying The US Should Be Home For Crypto

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Congress to pass the CLARITY Act, a bill that would provide the long-awaited clarity needed.

📰 HYPE Whale Bets Grow Larger As Institutional-Linked Accumulation Reaches $170M 🗓️ May 28 2026 21:00 UTC - Sebastian Villafuerte HYPE slipped below $60 amid broader market weakness, but data shows a wallet buying another $15 million worth of tokens during the pullback ➤ Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has significantly increased its holdings in HYPE, purchasing an additional $15 million worth of tokens during a market pullback. ➤ This strategic accumulation, totaling $170 million at an average price of $48, demonstrates a strong institutional conviction in HYPE's long-term value, irrespective of short-term market fluctuations. ➤ Despite a recent dip below $60, HYPE's technical structure remains bullish, with aggressive buying during dips indicating strong underlying demand and a healthy growth trajectory. #hype #a16z #andreessenhorowitz #accumulation #institutionalinvestment #cryptofund #tokenpurchase #marketpullback #averageentryprice #unrealizedgains 🔗 Read more at:

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HYPE Whale Bets Grow Larger As Institutional-Linked Accumulation Reaches $170M

HYPE slipped below $60 amid broader market weakness, but data shows a wallet buying another $15 million worth of tokens during the pullback

📰 Trezor Enables USDT and USDC Yield Via Morpho 🗓️ May 28 2026 20:15 UTC Trezor, a leading hardware wallet maker, has integrated native stablecoin yield into Trezor Suite, enabling users to earn returns on USD-pegged tokens through Morpho’s Ethereum-based lending protocol. The feature, announced this week, lets users deposit USDC and USDT directly int... ➤ Trezor has integrated native stablecoin yield into its Trezor Suite, allowing users to earn returns on USDC and USDT via Morpho's Ethereum-based lending protocol. ➤ This feature enables direct deposits from the Trezor app, with all transactions signed on the hardware device for enhanced security. ➤ The integration signifies a trend of embedding DeFi functionalities into custody products, though risks associated with stablecoin yields and smart contracts remain a consideration. #trezor #usdc #usdt #morpho #stablecoinyield #hardwarewallet #defiintegration #onchainsigning #custody #ethereum 🔗 Read more at:

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Trezor Enables USDT and USDC Yield Via Morpho

Trezor, a leading hardware wallet maker, has integrated native stablecoin yield into Trezor Suite, enabling users to earn returns on USD-pegged tok...

📰 Trezor adds USDC USDT yield via Morpho 🗓️ May 28 2026 20:39 UTC - Peace Longe Trezor Suite now lets users earn yield on USDC and USDT through Steakhouse Prime Morpho vaults, signed directly on the hardware wallet. ➤ Trezor Suite now integrates with Morpho to offer users yield on USDC and USDT directly through their hardware wallets. ➤ The yield is generated from borrowing demand on Morpho's platform, utilizing Steakhouse Prime vaults backed by crypto and RWA collateral. ➤ This move by Trezor, a major hardware wallet provider, signifies the increasing integration of DeFi services into core crypto infrastructure. #trezor #usdc #usdt #morpho #yield #steakhouseprime #hardwarewallet #defi #onchainfinance #stablecoin 🔗 Read more at:

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Trezor adds USDC USDT yield via Morpho

Trezor Suite now lets users earn yield on USDC and USDT through Steakhouse Prime Morpho vaults, signed directly on the hardware wallet.

📰 Ministers in talks over shelving carbon tax on fertiliser to curb UK food inflation 🗓️ May 28 2026 12:39 UTC - Helena Horton, Jessica Elgot Ministers in talks with farmers about package of measures, including pause on duty due to come into effect next year ➤ UK ministers are considering suspending a carbon tax on fertilisers and import tariffs on food to combat rising food inflation. ➤ The proposed measures aim to alleviate cost pressures on farmers, who are contemplating leaving fields fallow due to increased expenses exacerbated by the conflict in Iran. ➤ The debate involves the Treasury and the Department for Business and Trade, with concerns about amending existing legislation and the potential impact on global supply chains. #fertiliser #carbontax #foodinflation #tariffs #farmers #importduties #agriculture #cbam #greenhousegasemissions #supplychain 🔗 Read more at:

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Ministers in talks over shelving carbon tax on fertiliser to curb UK food inflation

Ministers in talks with farmers about package of measures, including pause on duty due to come into effect next year

📰 David Schwartz’s XRP staking idea tests IRS reward tax rules 🗓️ May 28 2026 11:05 UTC David Schwartz says newly minted XRP staking rewards should not face tax before sale, reviving debate over IRS rules and XRPL design debate. ➤ David Schwartz, former CTO of Ripple, has reignited the debate on taxing XRP staking rewards, proposing they should not be taxed until sold, likening them to 'knitted sweaters'. ➤ This challenges the IRS's current stance (Revenue Ruling 2023-14) which taxes proof-of-stake rewards upon gaining dominion and control. ➤ The discussion is theoretical as XRP Ledger currently lacks native staking, but it provides a framework for future reward systems and tax implications. #xrp #davidschwartz #irs #stakingrewards #taxation #xrpl #revenueruling202314 #createdproperty #dominionandcontrol #defi 🔗 Read more at:

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David Schwartz’s XRP staking idea tests IRS reward tax rules

David Schwartz says newly minted XRP staking rewards should not face tax before sale, reviving debate over IRS rules and XRPL design debate.