📰 Tribute to Nathan Allman: Remembering the founder of Ondo finance 🗓️ May 26 2026 13:18 UTC - Simon Dumoulin Remembering Nathan Allman, founder of Ondo Finance, a leader in RWA tokenization. Learn about his legacy and impact on the crypto world. ➤ The article mourns the unexpected passing of Nathan Allman, founder and CEO of Ondo Finance, a key player in RWA tokenization. ➤ It highlights Allman's legacy, his transition from traditional finance to founding Ondo, and the company's significant growth, particularly in tokenizing US Treasuries (USDY, OUSG) and achieving over $2.5 billion in TVL. ➤ The piece also discusses the structured leadership transition to Ian De Bode, the continued mission of Ondo, and the market reaction to the news, noting the ONDO token's drop but maintaining a constructive medium-term outlook due to Ondo's fundamental strengths. #nathanallman #ondofinance #rwatokenization #ustreasuries #usdy #ousg #iandebode #institutionalfinance #tokenizedassets #tvl 🔗 Read more at:

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Tribute to Nathan Allman: Remembering the founder of Ondo finance

Remembering Nathan Allman, founder of Ondo Finance, a leader in RWA tokenization. Learn about his legacy and impact on the crypto world.

📰 Ondo Finance Founder Nathan Allman Dies Suddenly, Company Vows to Continue His Work 🗓️ May 26 2026 01:35 UTC BitcoinWorld Ondo Finance Founder Nathan Allman Dies Suddenly, Company Vows to Continue His Work Ondo Finance, a leading platform for tokenizing real-world assets (RWA), has announced the sudden death of its founder, Nathan Allman. The company shared the news in a statement on it... ➤ Ondo Finance, a prominent RWA tokenization platform, announced the sudden death of its founder, Nathan Allman. ➤ The company has vowed to continue Allman's work, emphasizing the strength of its existing leadership team to ensure operational stability. ➤ The news has caused volatility in the ONDO token and introduced uncertainty into the RWA sector, with the market closely watching for succession plans. #ondofinance #nathanallman #rwa #tokenization #defi #leadershiptransition #ondotoken #marketuncertainty 🔗 Read more at:

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Ondo Finance Founder Nathan Allman Dies Suddenly, Company Vows to Continue His Work

BitcoinWorld Ondo Finance Founder Nathan Allman Dies Suddenly, Company Vows to Continue His Work Ondo Finance, a leading platform for tokenizing re...

📰 Binance Expands in Philippines With New BlockScholes Partnership 🗓️ May 26 2026 11:45 UTC - Peter Mwenda Binance enters Philippines with BlockShoals, offering SEC‑regulated access after 24 months of regulatory alignment. ➤ Binance has officially entered the Philippines market through a partnership with SEC-registered fintech firm BlockShoals Technologies. ➤ This collaboration follows a 24-month regulatory alignment process with the Philippine SEC, enabling regulated access to digital asset trading. ➤ The partnership aims to provide Filipino users with a regulated marketplace, enhanced investor protection, and access to Binance's services via the SEC's Strategic Sandbox framework. #binance #philippines #blockscholes #sec #cryptoregulations #fintech #digitalassets #sandboxframework #cryptoassetintermediary 🔗 Read more at:

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Binance Expands in Philippines With New BlockScholes Partnership

Binance enters Philippines with BlockShoals, offering SEC‑regulated access after 24 months of regulatory alignment.

📰 Hong Kong Edges Closer to Comprehensive Virtual Asset Licensing Framework 🗓️ May 26 2026 14:04 UTC - Oliver Dale Hong Kong finalizes virtual asset licensing plans for advisory and management firms, with regulators targeting a 2026 bill to expand crypto oversight. ➤ Hong Kong is finalizing its virtual asset licensing framework, targeting advisory and management firms with a bill expected in 2026. ➤ The new regulations aim to mirror traditional financial services oversight for virtual asset recommendations and portfolio management. ➤ This move strengthens Hong Kong's position as a comprehensive digital asset regulatory hub, complementing existing oversight of trading platforms and stablecoins. #hongkong #virtualassets #licensingframework #advisoryservices #portfoliomanagement #sfc #fstb #2026 #regulatoryoversight #digitalassets 🔗 Read more at:

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Hong Kong Edges Closer to Comprehensive Virtual Asset Licensing Framework

Hong Kong finalizes virtual asset licensing plans for advisory and management firms, with regulators targeting a 2026 bill to expand crypto oversight.

📰 Everything You Need to Know about Digital Asset Service Providers: A Finprime.pro Review of DASPs 🗓️ May 26 2026 15:01 UTC - IndustryTrends Finprime.pro review explains DASP and VASP, digital assets, and crypto regulation 2026 for beginners in this easy guide. for safe investment and compliance. ➤ The article defines Digital Asset Service Providers (DASPs) or Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) as businesses facilitating digital asset services, acting as a bridge between users and crypto markets. ➤ It highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny in 2026, with frameworks like MiCA, DAC8, and CARF mandating licenses, KYC, AML, and transaction reporting, pushing crypto closer to traditional finance. ➤ DASPs are prioritizing security, custody, and transparency due to investor concerns, signaling a maturing and more regulated digital asset ecosystem. #digitalassetserviceproviders #dasps #vasps #cryptoregulation #finprimepro #virtualassetserviceproviders #aml #kyc #mica #carf 🔗 Read more at:

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Everything You Need to Know about Digital Asset Service Providers: A Finprime.pro Review of DASPs

Finprime.pro review explains DASP and VASP, digital assets, and crypto regulation 2026 for beginners in this easy guide. for safe investment and co...

📰 Hong Kong Sets Framework for Digital Asset Advisory and Management Licensing - Crypto Economy 🗓️ May 26 2026 18:54 UTC - C. Monasterio Hong Kong defines capital requirements of up to HKD 5 million for cryptocurrency firms and plans to introduce the bill in 2026. ➤ Hong Kong has finalized its framework for licensing digital asset advisory and management firms, with capital requirements ranging from HKD 100,000 to HKD 5 million. ➤ The new regulations, developed by the FSTB and SFC, aim to align virtual asset services with traditional financial market standards. ➤ The bill is expected to be introduced to the Legislative Council in 2026, promoting responsible development within the crypto industry. #hongkong #digitalassetlicensing #virtualassetservices #capitalrequirements #securitiesandfuturescommission #financialservicesandthetreasurybureau #riskalignment #cryptoindustry #legislativecouncil 🔗 Read more at:

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Hong Kong Sets Framework for Digital Asset Advisory and Management Licensing - Crypto Economy

Hong Kong defines capital requirements of up to HKD 5 million for cryptocurrency firms and plans to introduce the bill in 2026.

📰 Crypto: Tether and the Government of Georgia Launch a State Stablecoin 🗓️ May 26 2026 16:05 UTC - Ariela RASOANJANAHARY Georgia launches GELT with Tether, an official stablecoin that accelerates crypto adoption at the state level. All details here! ➤ Georgia, in partnership with Tether, has launched GEL₮ (GELT), a stablecoin backed by the Georgian lari, aiming to accelerate crypto adoption and modernize financial infrastructure. ➤ The GELT stablecoin is designed for programmable payments, instant settlements, and reduced costs, with a regulatory framework intended to align with the U.S. GENIUS Act. ➤ This initiative positions Georgia as a potential regional crypto hub and signifies Tether's expansion into operating national monetary infrastructure, potentially influencing broader market dynamics. #georgia #tether #gelt #stablecoin #georgianlari #blockchain #cryptoadoption #programmablepayments #crossborderpayments #geniusact 🔗 Read more at:

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Crypto: Tether and the Government of Georgia Launch a State Stablecoin

Georgia launches GELT with Tether, an official stablecoin that accelerates crypto adoption at the state level. All details here!

📰 Binance partners with BlockShoals to re-enter Philippine market through SEC sandbox 🗓️ May 26 2026 16:24 UTC - Editorial Team Binance partners with BlockShoals Technologies to re-enter the Philippine crypto market through the SEC's StratBox regulatory sandbox, with testing starting in late 2026. ➤ Binance is partnering with BlockShoals Technologies to re-enter the Philippine crypto market through the SEC's StratBox regulatory sandbox. ➤ The partnership involves BlockShoals acting as a local intermediary under SEC supervision, with testing scheduled to begin in late 2026 for a minimum of 24 months. ➤ This approach signifies a shift towards compliance for Binance, aiming for eventual full market access after a rigorous regulatory review period. #binance #blockshoals #philippines #secsandbox #cryptomarket #regulatoryapproval #fintech #stratbox #compliance 🔗 Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptobriefing-binance-partners-with-block-shoals-to-re-enter-philippine-market-through-sec-sandbox-1266053906

📰 Tether and Georgia Plan GELT Stablecoin for Local Payments 🗓️ May 26 2026 08:29 UTC - Michael John-Anyaehie Tether Georgia stablecoin plans would put the Georgian lari on digital rails through GELT, with regulation still key. ➤ Tether is partnering with the Government of Georgia to launch GELT, a stablecoin pegged to the Georgian lari, aimed at facilitating local payments and cross-border commerce. ➤ The initiative seeks to leverage blockchain technology for lower transaction costs, near-instant settlement, and programmable payments, aligning with Georgia's efforts to establish a clear digital asset framework. ➤ While the project aims for regulatory compatibility and broader fintech development, key details regarding reserve management and user fees remain to be clarified. #tether #georgia #gelt #stablecoin #georgianlari #localpayments #digitalrails #nationalbankofgeorgia #fintechdevelopment #crossbordercommerce 🔗 Read more at:

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Tether and Georgia Plan GELT Stablecoin for Local Payments

Tether Georgia stablecoin plans would put the Georgian lari on digital rails through GELT, with regulation still key.

📰 La tokenización de activos podría superar los $30 billones antes de 2030 🗓️ May 27 2026 00:03 UTC - Julio Molina La tokenización de activos gana fuerza mientras bancos globales y firmas financieras migran instrumentos tradicionales hacia blockchain. ➤ Financial institutions project that the tokenized asset market could reach over $30 trillion by 2030, driven by the migration of traditional instruments to blockchain infrastructure. ➤ Key growth drivers include reduced operational costs, accelerated settlements, and fractional ownership, expanding access to historically illiquid assets like bonds and real estate. ➤ Major players like BlackRock and Franklin Templeton are actively launching tokenized products, signaling a significant shift towards blockchain as a core financial infrastructure. #tokenization #blockchain #financialinstruments #securitize #wallstreet #assetmanagers #ustreasuries #rwa #institutionaladoption #financialinfrastructure 🔗 Read more at:

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La tokenización de activos podría superar los $30 billones antes de 2030

La tokenización de activos gana fuerza mientras bancos globales y firmas financieras migran instrumentos tradicionales hacia blockchain.

📰 Coinbase y Brian Armstrong destinan $25.5 millones a Fairshake para influir en elecciones de EE. UU. 🗓️ May 27 2026 00:48 UTC - Julio Molina Fairshake supera los $116 millones mientras Coinbase y la industria cripto expanden su influencia política en EE. UU. ➤ Coinbase and CEO Brian Armstrong have donated $25.5 million to Fairshake, a political action committee influencing US elections. ➤ This significant contribution highlights the crypto industry's aggressive and coordinated strategy to shape favorable digital asset regulation in the US. ➤ The funds will support pro-crypto candidates and oppose those seen as hostile to the industry, aiming to define the regulatory landscape for the next decade. #coinbase #brianarmstrong #fairshake #uselections #cryptoindustry #politicalinfluence #sec #cftc #regulation #lobbying 🔗 Read more at:

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Coinbase y Brian Armstrong destinan $25.5 millones a Fairshake para influir en elecciones de EE. UU.

Fairshake supera los $116 millones mientras Coinbase y la industria cripto expanden su influencia política en EE. UU.

📰 Ethereum Staking Record Meets On-Chain Collapse: Analyst Explains What’s Holding ETH Price 🗓️ May 27 2026 01:30 UTC - Sebastian Villafuerte Ethereum faces growing pressure as record ETH staking collides with collapsing on-chain activity, creating a fragile market structure ➤ Ethereum exhibits a market contradiction: record ETH staking (32.18% supply locked) clashes with collapsing on-chain activity (80-90% drop in transfer size/fees), creating a fragile market structure. ➤ The price is currently sustained by offshore derivatives leverage (Binance Funding Rates surge 688%) rather than spot demand or network utility, as institutional (Coinbase Premium -0.12) and retail demand are absent. ➤ Analysts warn that a price supported by leverage is precarious and could unwind rapidly, despite the supply floor created by staking, with bulls defending the $2,100 support against a potential drop to $1,800-$1,900. #ethereum #ethstaking #onchainactivity #derivativesleverage #binancefundingrates #coinbasepremium #sellsidesupply #marketstructure #priceconsolidation #defi 🔗 Read more at:

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Ethereum Staking Record Meets On-Chain Collapse: Analyst Explains What’s Holding ETH Price

Ethereum faces growing pressure as record ETH staking collides with collapsing on-chain activity, creating a fragile market structure

📰 Hong Kong Prepares Comprehensive Licensing Framework for Virtual Asset Services 🗓️ May 26 2026 14:09 UTC - Oliver Dale Hong Kong regulators advance VA licensing for advisory and management firms with 2026 bill targeting comprehensive digital asset oversight framework. ➤ Hong Kong is advancing a comprehensive licensing framework for virtual asset advisory and portfolio management firms, targeting implementation by 2026. ➤ The new regulations, developed by the FSTB and SFC, will apply technology-neutral oversight, mirroring traditional securities advisory standards. ➤ This initiative aims to establish end-to-end supervision of digital asset commercial activities, reinforcing Hong Kong's position as a leading digital asset jurisdiction. #hongkong #virtualassetlicensing #advisoryservices #portfoliomanagement #digitalassets #regulatoryframework #securitiesandfuturescommission #financialservicesandthetreasurybureau #2026legislation #comprehensiveoversight 🔗 Read more at:

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Hong Kong Prepares Comprehensive Licensing Framework for Virtual Asset Services

Hong Kong regulators advance VA licensing for advisory and management firms with 2026 bill targeting comprehensive digital asset oversight framework.

📰 Blackrock IBIT Dark Pool Trade Tops $1.29 Billion as Bitcoin Stays Flat Above $75,000 🗓️ May 27 2026 00:05 UTC - Jamie Redman A $1.29B dark pool block trade in Blackrock's IBIT on May 26 rattled traders, but bitcoin held above $75,000 as markets absorbed the move. ➤ Blackrock's IBIT experienced a record $1.29 billion dark pool block trade on May 26, 2026, indicating significant institutional activity. ➤ Despite the large trade, Bitcoin remained stable above $75,000 and IBIT closed slightly higher, showcasing the ETF's growing liquidity. ➤ The true impact on ETF flows (outflows or rebalancing) will be confirmed by subsequent data, with some participants showing continued bullishness through options positioning. #blackrockibit #darkpool #bitcoinetf #institutionaltrade #129billion #nasdaq #galaxyresearch #alexthorn #etfflows #bitcoin 🔗 Read more at:

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Blackrock IBIT Dark Pool Trade Tops $1.29 Billion as Bitcoin Stays Flat Above $75,000

A $1.29B dark pool block trade in Blackrock's IBIT on May 26 rattled traders, but bitcoin held above $75,000 as markets absorbed the move.

📰 Grayscale: SpaceX Expected to Become Largest Public Company Holding Bitcoin 🗓️ May 27 2026 00:30 UTC - Kevin Helms Grayscale says Elon Musk’s SpaceX could become the most valuable public company holding bitcoin after its expected IPO, while Strategy would likely remain ➤ Grayscale predicts SpaceX will become the most valuable public company holding Bitcoin after its upcoming IPO, based on its 18,712 BTC holdings. ➤ SpaceX is categorized as a 'diversified business' holding Bitcoin, distinct from 'digital asset treasuries' like Strategy, which holds the largest BTC amount. ➤ The analysis suggests an increase in diversified companies holding Bitcoin could bolster demand and underpin its value. #spacex #bitcoin #grayscale #ipo #michaelsaylor #strategy #tesla #corporatetreasury #digitalassets #sec 🔗 Read more at:

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Grayscale: SpaceX Expected to Become Largest Public Company Holding Bitcoin

Grayscale says Elon Musk’s SpaceX could become the most valuable public company holding bitcoin after its expected IPO, while Strategy would like...

📰 Hong Kong advances virtual asset advisory and management rulemaking 🗓️ May 26 2026 13:21 UTC Hong Kong moves to license crypto advisers and managers under anti-money laundering rules, with a 2026 legislative target. ➤ Hong Kong's FSTB and SFC have finalized rules for licensing virtual asset advisory and management services, aligning them with traditional financial regulations under the 'same business, same risks, same rules' principle. ➤ The new framework includes capital requirements ranging from HKD 100,000 to HKD 5 million, depending on whether firms hold client assets, and aims to enhance investor protection and foster innovation. ➤ A bill is expected to be introduced to the Legislative Council in 2026, with regulators encouraging early engagement from service providers. #hongkong #virtualassets #licensing #advisoryservices #assetmanagement #antimoneylaundering #sfc #fstb #legislativecouncil #2026 🔗 Read more at:

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Hong Kong advances virtual asset advisory and management rulemaking

Hong Kong moves to license crypto advisers and managers under anti-money laundering rules, with a 2026 legislative target.

📰 Shocking: Ondo Founder Nathan Allman Dies In 2026 🗓️ May 26 2026 09:00 UTC - Ananthyka J Ondo Finance, a prominent blockchain platform for the tokenized real-world assets, sadly shared the news of the sudden passing of Ondo founder and CEO Nathan Allman on May 25, 2026. ➤ Ondo Finance founder and CEO Nathan Allman has passed away unexpectedly, leading to a leadership transition with President Ian De Bode taking over as CEO. ➤ Allman was instrumental in tokenizing $3.86 billion in RWAs, including US Treasuries, through offerings like OUSG and USDY. ➤ The news caused a 6.5% drop in the ONDO token price, highlighting the potential for operational disruption and market volatility following such events in the RWA sector. #ondofinance #nathanallman #tokenizedrealworldassets #rwa #ceopassing #iandebode #ousg #ustreasuries #ondotoken #leadershiptransition 🔗 Read more at:

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Shocking: Ondo Founder Nathan Allman Dies In 2026

Ondo Finance, a prominent blockchain platform for the tokenized real-world assets, sadly shared the news of the sudden passing of Ondo founder and ...

📰 Hyperliquid Expands Into 24/7 Outcome Markets 🗓️ May 26 2026 16:00 UTC - By Fhumulani Lukoto Hyperliquid is expanding into prediction contracts, pre-IPO markets and tokenized assets, broadening its challenge to exchanges. ➤ Hyperliquid is expanding its offerings to include 24/7 perpetuals, outcome contracts, and tokenized real-world asset markets, challenging traditional exchanges and prediction platforms. ➤ The expansion, driven by HIP-3 and HIP-4, allows for permissionless market creation for non-crypto assets like pre-IPO securities and RWAs, with outcome markets settling in USDH and having no liquidation risk. ➤ While not a direct replacement for legacy exchanges due to regulatory and clearing differences, Hyperliquid's 24/7 access and DeFi infrastructure appeal to investors, as seen with early inflows into HYPE ETFs. #hyperliquid #outcomemarkets #tokenizedassets #predictioncontracts #preipomarkets #perpetuals #permissionlessmarketcreation #247trading #falconxreport #defiplatform 🔗 Read more at:

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Hyperliquid Expands Into 24/7 Outcome Markets

Hyperliquid is expanding into prediction contracts, pre-IPO markets and tokenized assets, broadening its challenge to exchanges.

📰 Could XRP Reach $10 Due to Tokenization? - Programming Insider 🗓️ May 26 2026 13:03 UTC - Marc Berman By 2030, it’s forecasted that trillions of dollars in real-world assets will move onto blockchains, and Ripple wants its own ledger to be where a significant amount of that lands. XRPL, the XRP ledger, currently hosts $2.3 billion in tokenized value and has surpassed Polygon and Solana in the overall on -chain real-world assets. Yet, […] ➤ The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is seeing significant growth in tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), surpassing some major networks, with a focus on treasury products, diamonds, and commodities. ➤ Despite the RWA activity, XRP's price performance is lagging, as most tokenized transactions settle in stablecoins rather than XRP, limiting demand for XRP as a fee or liquidity token. ➤ For XRP to reach $10, XRPL needs to become a primary liquidity layer for tokenized assets, driving active trading and demand for XRP as a bridge currency, rather than just a fee token. #xrpledger #tokenization #realworldassets #ripple #xrpprice #liquiditylayer #dex #institutionaladoption #stablecoins #treasuryproducts 🔗 Read more at:

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Could XRP Reach $10 Due to Tokenization? - Programming Insider

By 2030, it’s forecasted that trillions of dollars in real-world assets will move onto blockchains, and Ripple wants its own ledger to be where a...

📰 High-Utility Crypto Rally - NEAR Protocol, Morpho, Hyperliquid, Venice, Worldcoin, And Ondo Lead Market 🗓️ May 26 2026 05:01 UTC - Farhan Karim NEAR, Morpho, Hyperliquid, Venice, Worldcoin, and Ondo lead the crypto rally as utility-driven projects dominate market resurgence with strong weekly gains. ➤ The crypto market is experiencing a rally driven by utility-focused projects, including Layer-1 networks, AI, RWAs, and DeFi primitives. ➤ Key performers like NEAR Protocol, Morpho, Hyperliquid, Venice Token, Worldcoin, and Ondo Finance are showing significant weekly gains due to strong technological use cases and institutional accumulation. ➤ The trend indicates a market shift from speculation towards assets with clear product-market fit and increasing protocol usage. #nearprotocol #morpho #hyperliquid #venicetoken #worldcoin #ondofinance #cryptorally #utilitydrivenprojects #realworldassets #decentralizedfinance 🔗 Read more at:

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High-Utility Crypto Rally - NEAR Protocol, Morpho, Hyperliquid, Venice, Worldcoin, And Ondo Lead Market

NEAR, Morpho, Hyperliquid, Venice, Worldcoin, and Ondo lead the crypto rally as utility-driven projects dominate market resurgence with strong week...