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TradFi giants keep sharing big crypto visions. Bridging the gap between TradFi and crypto via tokenization is “one of the most exciting areas of growth in financial markets,” BlackRock's Larry Fink said. Citi, for example, seeks to offer a “multi-asset and multi-network digital custody capability,” a company exec told Blockworks. Read more from the Forward Guidance newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eH-qX7Gz

💶 Stablecoins Meet European Market Infrastructure Deutsche Börse Group and Circle have signed an MoU to integrate Circle’s regulated stablecoins EURC and USDC into Deutsche Börse’s infrastructure. This collaboration — the first of its kind in Europe — aims to: 🔹 Enable stablecoin listing and trading on 360T’s 3DX and via Crypto Finance 🔹 Provide institutional-grade custody through Clearstream 🔹 Advance adoption of regulated stablecoins under the EU’s MiCAR framework Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire said the partnership will “reduce settlement risk, lower costs, and improve efficiency for banks, asset managers, and the wider market.” Thomas Book, Member of the Executive Board, Deutsche Börse Group , "“Deutsche Börse Group is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between traditional and digital finance. Our integrated offerings from 360T, 3DX, Crypto Finance and Clearstream have built a complete value chain for crypto asset trading, spanning execution, settlement, and custody." Stephanie Eckermann, Member of the Executive Board, Deutsche Börse Group, "Through this collaboration, we are taking a decisive step toward integrating stablecoins into regulated, reliable and trusted infrastructure." 👉 Full story on LiquidityFinder: https://lnkd.in/eCyduFnC #exchanges #stablecoins

Adam Duritza, Head of DeFi at Laser Digital argues Global investor interest is shifting away from purely traditional capital markets, as crypto proves itself a complementary, not competing, asset class. ⛓️ 🌎 https://lnkd.in/eKmymD9v

Crypto & Institutions—Bridging the Trust Gap Institutional trust is the battleground for crypto in finance. From direct custody to qualified trust charters, players like Coinbase and Circle are finally bridging traditional and digital rails. My journey in embedded and cross-border payments shows how fast the right regulatory moves can shift adoption. What’s the next move for mass institutional integration? https://lnkd.in/gmVAJMJT

Ripple is strategically transforming the global financial landscape in 2025 with five pivotal acquisitions that deepen XRP’s integration into traditional and digital finance. Among the most notable is the acquisition of Hidden Road, rebranded as Ripple Prime, which elevates Ripple as the first crypto company to own a global multi-asset prime brokerage, scaling services for institutional digital asset clearing, financing, and multi-market operations. Complementing this move, Ripple’s purchase of GTreasury signals a watershed moment in corporate treasury management, integrating industry-leading cash forecasting, risk management, and compliance platforms with Ripple’s blockchain-enabled payment infrastructure. Financial strategist Versan Aljarrah underscores that these acquisitions position XRP as a transformative asset destined to "touch everything" across global markets, creating unprecedented synergies in liquidity, payments, and treasury operations. Ripple’s approach harmonizes regulatory standards with blockchain innovation, encouraging mainstream institutional adoption while driving operational efficiency and cost optimization. This comprehensive build-out emphasizes Ripple's dominance and vision for digital assets to become foundational in cross-border trades, corporate treasury, and prime brokerage. As Ripple accelerates the digital economy, stakeholders must watch closely—these moves are rewriting finance standards and expanding the practical role of digital assets. Insightful, timely, and future-proof, Ripple’s ecosystem advances the frontier of crypto adoption for enterprises and institutions worldwide. #XRP #RippleAcquisitions #crypto

“Deutsche Börse Group is partnering with Circle to deploy the stablecoin issuer’s EURC and USDC products across its financial market infrastructure. The collaboration will enable trading, settlement and custody of the MiCAR compliant stablecoins for institutional clients” #thefutureoffinance

Kraken has partnered with Circle to expand global access to and the utility of USDC and EURC. Through the partnership, Kraken will introduce Circle’s euro stablecoin EURC and clients will gain access to new opportunities to deploy USDC across Kraken’s applications. "Expanding support for Circle’s products isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about embedding new opportunities to benefit from Circle-issued stablecoins into products our clients already use and trust,” states Kraken’s Global Head of Consumer Business, Mark Greenberg. Kraken and Circle are holdings in The Private Shares Fund as of 8/31/25. To view the full portfolio and learn more about The Private Shares Fund, please visit https://lnkd.in/gTeAzvq8 #stablecoin https://lnkd.in/eBJ8sGew

 RWA Momentum Update - How Real-World Assets Are Moving On-Chain Real-World Asset (RWA) #tokenization is moving fast from pilot to production. Alliances, gold-backed tokens, SEC-approved platforms, and yield-bearing #stablecoins are redefining how assets live on-chain. Here’s what’s happening 👇 — Plume Launches Global RWA Alliance * Plume and 50+ global partners just launched the Global RWA Alliance — building shared standards and templates for tokenizing assets like property, bonds, and gold. * Think ISO-style rules for tokenized finance. * The implication: shared standards make it safer for big capital to enter on-chain markets. First pilots land early 2026. — $200 M Gold-Backed Tokens by RAAC & I-ON Digital * $200 million in gold-backed tokens are going live, each pegged to real, vaulted gold. RAAC & I-ON Digital are bringing a 24/7, redeemable version of gold to the blockchain. * Models like PAX Gold and Tether Gold proved it works; now scale meets credibility. * This could challenge traditional ETFs and commodity brokers. — SEC Green-Lights Tokenized Securities Platforms * The U.S. SEC just approved Securitize, Arca, and Prometheum ATS to issue and trade tokenized equities and bonds. * Regulated, compliant, and on-chain. * Expect 24/7 settlement, fractional ownership, and lower middlemen costs. * Traditional asset managers will have to partner or compete. — Stablecoins Powering Real-World Yield * Firms like OpenEden, Franklin Templeton, and Ondo Finance are wrapping U.S. treasuries and bonds into yield-bearing stablecoins. * Liquidity meets yield — DeFi finally gets access to real-world returns. * Live pilots span the U.S., Singapore, U.K., and U.A.E. * Expect banks to rethink risk and compliance models fast. — Why Now? Institutions are finally showing up. ✅ Alliances forming. ✅ Gold and bond projects scaling. ✅ Regulators signing off. By 2026, tokenization standards, liquidity, and regulation could merge into a new normal for capital markets. #Tokenization #RWA #DeFi #TradFi #Stablecoin #BlockchainRegulation

On October 15, we hosted the inaugural Coinbase Crypto Forum at London’s historic Banking Hall. A curated group of 225 institutional investors, fintech leaders, policymakers and market decision-makers came together to shape the future of digital finance in EMEA. Key Takeaways: 1. A Pivotal Moment: EMEA is at a turning point in digital finance. The institutions that lead now will define what comes next. 2. Coinbase’s Commitment: We’re doubling down on our commitment to the European market, bringing trusted, compliant infrastructure to support institutional growth and innovation. 3. Collaboration is Key: Trust, transparency, and cross-party collaboration are essential to unlocking long-term success in the digital asset space. 4. Unwavering Momentum: Despite macro and political challenges, the momentum behind digital assets is undeniable. The call for regulatory clarity and innovation has never been louder. A sincere thank you to all who joined us and contributed to these vital conversations. Together, we can ensure that Europe and the UK remain at the forefront of the global digital asset landscape. Watch the session replays here: https://lnkd.in/g5v4aQ_j

Here in Europe, we must not fall behind when it comes to future technologies such as crypto. The US is currently leaving us far behind. A clear legal framework for exchanges must be created without leading to overregulation, as happened with the EU's MiCA.