Tagged: us

May 26, 2026 @ 1:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Cboe Global Markets has introduced daily expiring contracts for options tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, marking a significant step in meeting trader demand for more flexible, short-term instruments. Effective May 18, 2026, investors can now access DJX index options that expire every trading… Read More

May 22, 2026 @ 4:32 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Michael Novogratz, the founder of Galaxy Digital, (NASDAQ: GLXY) have faced off against BitGo Holdings (NYSE: BTGO)  CEO Mike Belshe in a Delaware courtroom this week. The dispute centers on a seemingly high-potential but ultimately collapsed acquisition agreement from back in 2021, which had at… Read More

May 21, 2026 @ 2:51 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Finfluencers are actively harming consumers and preventing them from achieving financial independence. Unsuspecting social media users are increasingly being subjected to flashy posts where people are shown driving fancy cars and flaunting their wealth but these are usually just props. In order to achieve true… Read More

May 20, 2026 @ 8:14 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Recent remarks from a US financial regulator have shed light on ongoing technical explorations into digital currency systems, revealing a contrast with the Trump administration‘s public position against central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). In a panel discussion, Timothy Massad, who led the Commodity Futures Trading… Read More

May 20, 2026 @ 8:12 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Polymarket has unveiled prediction markets focused on private company performance and key milestones. This initiative marks the first time individuals can directly engage with outcomes tied to some of the most prominent unlisted firms, while also delivering fresh, real-time insights for professional investors. The platform,… Read More

May 20, 2026 @ 1:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) CEO Brian Armstrong has projected that the United States government’s Bitcoin holdings could expand into a strategic asset exceeding $1 trillion. This assessment reflects Bitcoin’s increasing role as a potential cornerstone of national financial and economic planning.  The federal government currently holds the… Read More

May 18, 2026 @ 10:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin Depot, one of North America’s largest operators of Bitcoin ATMs (BTMs), has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The move aims to enable a structured wind-down of its business activities and the sale of its remaining assets, marking a significant development in the… Read More

May 18, 2026 @ 10:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Carta has indicated that the early-stage startup ecosystem in the United States showed notable resilience in the first quarter of 2026. This, according to the latest insights from Carta which noted that roughly 3,000 domestic companies secured pre-seed capital during this period, generating more than… Read More

May 18, 2026 @ 3:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Consumer Fintech Chime (NASDAQ: CHYM) continues to battle for customers against established digital challengers like SoFi (NASDAQ: SOFI). Both platforms target tech-savvy users seeking streamlined banking experiences, but they differentiate through product offerings and expansion strategies. SoFi stands out by providing more attractive yields on deposits…. Read More

May 16, 2026 @ 7:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Earlier this month, US lawmakers had submitted dozens of proposed changes to cryptocurrency legislation, with many zeroing in on rules for stablecoins and decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols. These adjustments surfaced just ahead of the Senate Banking Committee’s bipartisan vote advancing the Digital Asset Market Clarity… Read More

May 15, 2026 @ 7:19 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Elliptic has shared insights after the US Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs has advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act—widely referred to as the CLARITY Act. The legislation cleared the committee on a 15-9 vote during a recent markup session, positioning it… Read More

May 14, 2026 @ 11:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpaca has rolled out US IPO access through its Broker API, giving broker partners a powerful new tool to let their clients participate in fresh American stock offerings. The feature expands on the platform’s existing support for trading shares immediately after they debut publicly, opening… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 10:57 am By Omar Faridi  |  

JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) is stepping up its game in the race for younger customers by unveiling a series of targeted improvements designed specifically for people just starting their financial lives. The banking giant is focusing on the roughly 30 million young adults across the country… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 8:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Morgan Stanley’s (NYSE:MS) spot Bitcoin exchange-traded product has recorded a solid opening month, attracting nearly $194 million in net new capital while experiencing no days of net redemptions. The Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust (ticker: MSBT), which began trading on April 8, 2026, has rapidly gained… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 8:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Global Fintech Wise (LON:WISE) has officially started trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol WSE. The milestone announcement came on May 11, 2026, with shares beginning to change hands at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The Fintech company will keep its existing listing… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 12:01 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Regulatory technology firm Jumio has introduced a solution called Jumio Watch, designed to address a critical weakness in traditional identity verification systems. Announced recently, the new offering recognizes that identity risks do not stop once a customer is onboarded. Instead, they evolve over time as… Read More

May 10, 2026 @ 6:28 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ramp—the New York-based Fintech platform streamlining business spending—is reportedly nearing a major capital infusion of roughly $750 million. This fresh round would value the company at more than $40 billion before the new money arrives, marking roughly a 25 percent jump from its $32 billion… Read More

May 10, 2026 @ 5:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent report has indicated that private credit managers are positioning current market turbulence as a strategic opening rather than a setback. According to PitchBook’s April 16, 2026, update, focused on the US Private Credit and Middle Market, there are several key developments. While redemption… Read More

May 10, 2026 @ 12:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency and blockchain industry are now sharply focused on an imminent Senate committee session set to advance comprehensive rules for digital assets. With the Senate Banking Committee poised to hold a markup on May 14 for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025—widely… Read More

May 9, 2026 @ 1:26 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has finalized an enforcement action against Sidney Lebental, requiring him to pay a $200,000 civil fine for engaging in spoofing practices in the treasury futures market. Lebental, who holds dual French and American citizenship and lived in New… Read More