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Figure (FIGR) shares closed at $31.11 on its Sept. 11 Nasdaq debut, gaining 24% from the $25 pre-sale price and establishing a $6.6 billion market cap with 211.66 million shares outstanding. The blockchain-native lending platform reached an intraday peak of $36.13, representing a 44.5% surge, before settling at closing levels. The debut proceeded without trading […] The post Figure debuts with 24% gain as blockchain lending platform achieves $6.6 billion valuation appeared first on CryptoSlate.

ETH price and spot ETF flows have perked up, but a rally to $5,000 depends on how investors feel about the US and global economy. Key takeaways: Ether struggles to gain bullish momentum despite S&P 500 gains and spot Ethereum ETF inflows. Institutional accumulation continues, but network activity declines, leaving $5,000 ETH target uncertain. Read more

Bitcoin holds near $114K as protests fuel crypto demand, ETH treasuries surge, and Russia weighs a state-backed crypto bank. Could BTC rally to $130K? The post Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Near $114K as Protests, ETH Demand Lift Crypto appeared first on Cryptonews.

Solana treasury activity has broadened as Upexi has disclosed 2.02M SOL with ~8% staking yield and BIT Mining has lifted holdings past 44K SOL. Institutions have pursued new vehicles, SOL has neared 2021 highs, and DeFi TVL has reached $12.2B amid steady accumulation. The post Solana Treasury Firms Boost Holdings to 6.5M SOL as Upexi Posts 126% Surge appeared first on Cryptonews.

Gold's climb to an inflation-adjusted record puts a spotlight on Bitcoin's ability to maintain momentum, QCP says.

Pop Culture Group (CPOP) has acquired 300 BTC (~$33M) and launched a diversified pool for BTC, ETH, BOT and Web3 entertainment. Its Bitcoin strategy has been set within a Treasury model, linked to live events and artist management. Shares moved after Tuesday amid corporate accumulation. The post CPOP Adds $33M in Bitcoin; Treasury Move Spurs 56% Stock Spike, Then Pullback appeared first on Cryptonews.

A mix of strong liquidity, a benign macro backdrop and supportive regulatory signals could keep the crypto market rally alive in the fourth quarter, the report said.

Tokenized treasuries have reached $7.45B, with Ethereum having held about 70% share. BlackRock’s BUIDL has paid wallet interest and Fidelity’s FDIT has mirrored a Treasury money market fund. DAOs have allocated for liquidity; risks have included regulatory, technological, and counterparty.   The post Tokenized Treasuries Hit $7.45B ATH – But Can Growth Outpace Risks? appeared first on Cryptonews.

BlackRock explores tokenizing exchange-traded fund (ETF) shares as part of its push to expand its digital asset infrastructure beyond traditional market boundaries. As Bloomberg News reported on Sept. 11, the firm weighs creating blockchain-based versions of ETFs tied to real-world assets (RWA), including stocks, according to sources familiar with the confidential planning. The initiative builds […] The post BlackRock looking to tokenize ETF shares to expand its digital asset infrastructure appeared first on CryptoSlate.

BlackRock is reportedly exploring tokenized ETFs after Bitcoin fund success, as Wall Street giants tout tokenization as a game-changer for finance. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is reportedly exploring ways to tokenize exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the blockchain, following the strong performance of its spot Bitcoin ETFs. Citing sources familiar with the discussions, Bloomberg reported Thursday that the company is considering tokenizing funds with exposure to real-world assets (RWA). Any such move, however, would need to navigate regulatory hurdles. ETFs have become one of the most popular investment vehicles — so widespread, in fact, that they now outnumber publicly listed stocks, according to Morningstar. Read more

The SEC has extended decisions on ETFs tied to Solana and XRP to Nov. 14 and has moved BlackRock’s ETH staking amendment to Oct. 30, as exchanges have sought generic listing standards and analysts and markets have kept approval odds elevated amid a review of listing rules and a growing backlog. The post SEC Pushes Decision on Franklin’s Solana ETF to Nov. 14 as Backlog Grows appeared first on Cryptonews.

The firm’s IPO could bolster narratives around tokenization, according to an analyst.

Crypto exchange Gemini is going public, riding the IPO wave following offerings from Circle, Bullish, and Figure. Here's the rundown.

Quintenz said transparency and loyalty to Trump’s agenda outweighed “any job” as he defended releasing the private exchanges.

Kraken is introducing Kraken Perps, a new perpetual-contracts feature, as part of a broader push to bring more advanced trading tools to retail investors. The development comes after the crypto exchange recently expanded its tokenized equities product, xStocks, reflecting its growing role in bridging traditional finance and blockchain. Perps for the everyday investors With the […] The post Kraken unveils perpetual contracts to simplify crypto trading for retail investors appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Backed by a Chinese state outlet, Fudan’s Han Weili has urged cross-border coordination on stablecoin oversight, proposing third-party audits, real-time reserve verification, and code-level constraints. The commentary has also noted scam risks and called for broader financial literacy. The post China Backs Coordinated Stablecoin Supervision – Code-Level Compliance and Third-Party Audits appeared first on Cryptonews.

Worldcoin price prediction has assessed WLD after the market cap has reached an ATH despite supply growth. Price has broken a year-long cap, then cooled to ~$1.60 after tagging $2, as OI and momentum have eased; adoption and partnerships, including Razer and Match Group, have expanded.   The post Worldcoin Price Prediction as WLD Becomes Top 10 Most-Traded Coin in 24 Hours – Do Insiders Know Something? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin’s short-term path hinges on a $4.3 billion options expiry. Bulls are favored, but weak jobs data and doubts over AI profitability could add uncertainty. Key takeaways: Bitcoin’s $4.3 billion options expiry favors neutral-to-bullish bets, with a $175 million edge if prices stay above $113,000. Macroeconomic uncertainty, including weak US employment data and AI sector doubts, could determine Bitcoin’s short-term trajectory. Read more

The world’s largest asset manager is exploring putting exchange-traded funds on chain, sources told Bloomberg.

On the 10-year anniversary of his early release from federal prison, Charlie Shrem announced the auction of several items related to Silk Road and Bitcoin's early days. Bitcoin Foundation co-founder and former BitInstant CEO Charlie Shrem is auctioning off items connected to his guilty plea over charges involving the darknet marketplace Silk Road. In a Thursday notice, a spokesperson for Shrem said he would be opening up 12 items related to his time in prison and early Bitcoin (BTC) paraphernalia on the Scarce City marketplace. Among the items were a journal from his time in prison from 2014 to 2015, a BTC ring and the first issue of Bitcoin Magazine from May 2012.  “These things aren’t just mine, they are the scars and the sparks of the early Bitcoin days and its first fire,” said Shrem. Read more