Andrew Cuomo will co-chair a new venture between OKX and ICE aimed at connecting cryptocurrency markets with traditional finance. The partnership plans to launch regulated brokerage and futures services while supporting tokenized assets and broader institutional blockchain adoption. As major financial firms expand into digital assets, the initiative highlights growing convergence between crypto and Wall Street.

Debate over Ripple’s XRP escrow strategy has resurfaced after crypto commentator Bill Morgan urged the company to accelerate the release of locked XRP. Supporters argue a faster path to full circulation could reduce uncertainty, while Ripple continues to defend its current approach of selectively relocking unused tokens.

Chainlink has been highlighted in a new Global Layer One white paper exploring compliance frameworks for tokenized assets. The report, developed with contributions from major financial institutions and regulators, points to Chainlink’s compliance and identity solutions as tools that could help support scalable and regulated digital asset markets.

Robinhood is raising $2 billion through a zero-coupon convertible bond offering as part of its broader capital management strategy. The proceeds are expected to support share repurchases, hedging activities, and balance sheet flexibility, while investors assess potential dilution risks and the company’s long-term growth plans.

Bitget has launched Stock+, a new feature that allows eligible users to buy U.S. stocks directly with crypto through a single account. The platform offers real share ownership, access to extended U.S. trading hours, and aims to bridge traditional equities with digital asset investing.

Morgan Stanley is seeking to strengthen its position in the crypto ETF market with proposed Ethereum and Solana funds carrying a 0.14% fee, lower than any comparable U.S. product. The filings signal an aggressive push to attract investors while expanding the firm’s digital asset offerings beyond Bitcoin.

Peter Schiff has criticized Grant Cardone’s Bitcoin real estate strategy, arguing that adding Bitcoin to property investments does not solve any operational challenges for real estate owners. The debate comes as Cardone Capital expands its Bitcoin holdings through rental income, drawing both support and skepticism from investors.

Bitmine has expanded its Ethereum treasury by adding more than 52,000 ETH, bringing total holdings to 5.67 million ETH worth nearly $9.8 billion. The company’s growing digital asset portfolio and large-scale staking operations reflect increasing institutional confidence in Ethereum and the broader blockchain ecosystem.

MoneyGram has expanded its blockchain footprint by joining the Solana network as a validator, deepening its involvement in digital asset infrastructure. The move aligns with the company’s broader strategy to integrate blockchain technology, support institutional development on Solana, and advance stablecoin-powered cross-border payment solutions.

Strategy expanded its Bitcoin reserves with the purchase of 520 BTC worth approximately $35 million, bringing total holdings to 847,363 BTC. The acquisition marks the company’s third consecutive week of Bitcoin accumulation, underscoring its continued commitment to a long-term treasury strategy despite ongoing market volatility.