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Wall Street is warming up to Bitcoin and getting closer and closer to it.
Cantor Fitzgerald, one of the oldest and most respected investment banks on Wall Street, has launched a $2 billion bitcoin-backed lending program.
They’ve reportedly already done their first deals, lending to two big digital asset companies: FalconX and Maple Finance.
This is a big step in connecting traditional finance to the fast-moving world of Bitcoin.
Cantor’s new service allows big investors, hedge funds and asset managers, to borrow money using bitcoin as collateral.
This is a game changer for institutions that hold bitcoin, as they can now access liquidity without having to…
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REXShares has filed a prospectus for new crypto staking ETFs tied to Solana and Ethereum signaling a major step forward for digital asset investing in the US. These funds could launch within weeks offering investors a new way to gain exposure to staking rewards through regulated markets.
Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart confirmed the filing and noted the unique structure of these ETFs which do not require the lengthy 19b-4 SEC approval process. ETF expert Eric Balchunas added that this could be the first spot Solana ETF in the country giving investors access to real crypto assets rather than just futures-based products.
The ETFs will operate under the Investment Company Act of 1940 allowing a quicker path to market while maintaining strong investor protections. This move could bring more mainstream attention to crypto staking and provide a secure regulated option for those looking to invest in Solana and Ethereum.
SharpLink Gaming has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to offer up to $1 billion in common stock. The company plans to use a major portion of the raised funds to expand its recently launched Ether treasury signaling strong confidence in the future of Ethereum and the broader crypto market.
The filing submitted under Form S-3 ASR allows SharpLink to raise capital flexibly in the future without needing prior approvals. The company confirmed that while a large part of the proceeds will go toward purchasing Ethereum the remaining funds will support general business operations. This bold move highlights a growing trend of public companies turning to crypto assets as a key part of their financial strategy.
Amboss, a leader in AI-driven solutions for the Bitcoin Lightning Network, today announced Rails, a groundbreaking self-custodial Bitcoin yield service. According to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine, it’s designed to empower companies, custodians, and high net worth individuals. This allows participants to earn a yield on their Bitcoin.
Big news from @TheBitcoinConf !We’re thrilled to announce Rails—a self-custodial Bitcoin yield service that empowers you to earn on your BTC while supercharging the Lightning Network.
Let’s bring Bitcoin to the World.https://t.co/3WYYvB95hP
— AMBOSS ⚡ (@ambosstech) May 29, 2025
Rails also launched a secure way for Liquidity…
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OpenSea has fully released OS2, the latest version of its NFT and token marketplace, ending its beta period. It’s also added “Voyages” to incentivize trading.
OS2 is definitely an upgrade from the legacy version of OpenSea, both aesthetically and from a focus standpoint. Traders can choose to get analytics and data prioritized with Pro mode, while collectors can enjoy larger art graphics and a focus on collections’ stories.
The crypto company has also been gamifying its platform with a rewards program that grants users XP for doing things, like buying or selling an NFT across different…
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The long-awaited relaunch of Liquity v2 this month — after an unfortunate bug scuttled the first deployment — marked a major step forward for decentralized, censorship-resistant borrowing. However, it’s limited to ETH, stETH and rETH as collateral.
To expand collateral options, “friendly forks” are encouraged. Two promising new Bitcoin-backed stablecoins are launching with Liquity’s tech: Alpen Labs’ Bitcoin Dollar (BTD) and Asymmetry’s USDaf.
Built around Liquity’s battle-tested, governance-free model, v2 brings improved capital efficiency and user-set interest rates in…
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Builder: Nicholas Gregory
Language(s): C++, Rust
Contribute(s/ed) To: Ocean Sidechain, Mainstay, Mercury Wallet, Mercury Layer
Work(s/ed) At: CommerceBlock (formerly)
Prior to Bitcoin, Nicholas was a software developer working in the financial system for banking firms developing trading and derivatives platforms. After the 2008 financial crisis he began to consider alternatives to the legacy financial system in the fallout.
Like many from that time, he completely ignored the original Slashdot article featuring the Bitcoin whitepaper due to the apparent focus on Windows as an application platform (Nicholas was a UNIX/Linux developer). Thankfully someone he knew…
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Brazil-based fintech Meliuz has announced a major move into cryptocurrency by launching a share offering aimed at raising funds to purchase bitcoin. The company is looking to raise 150 million reais or around $26.45 million through the primary distribution of over 17 million common shares. The share pricing is set for June 12.
The offering could expand by up to 200% depending on investor demand signaling strong confidence in crypto assets. Meliuz’s bold step highlights growing institutional interest in digital currencies and reflects a broader trend of fintechs embracing blockchain-based investments. The move is expected to boost the company’s innovation and align with global shifts toward decentralized finance.