
Kast Secures $80M Funding Round Amid Strong Stablecoin Demand
Kast raises $80 million at a $600 million valuation, reflecting strong demand for stablecoin payment solutions amidst market fluctuations.
Crypto companies, TradFi partnerships, funding rounds, and M&A(361 articles)

Kast raises $80 million at a $600 million valuation, reflecting strong demand for stablecoin payment solutions amidst market fluctuations.

Vtex reported a record gross margin of 79.6% in Q4 2025, achieving $66.7 million in subscription revenue while facing macroeconomic challenges.

Kalshi and Polymarket are eyeing $20 billion valuations while facing regulatory scrutiny over insider trading allegations, impacting their growth and market integrity.

Michael Saylor's Strategy may unlock $302 million from STRC stock sales to acquire more Bitcoin, increasing its substantial holdings.

Ripple's recent entry into the NSCC and its upgraded payments platform signal a strategic push into institutional finance, aiming to enhance efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Kraken's new xChange engine enhances tokenized stock trading, marking a shift in financial systems towards blockchain integration.

Marvell's shares jumped 18% after a strong earnings report, indicating robust demand for AI technology and positive future guidance.

Kraken has secured a Federal Reserve master account, enabling direct US dollar payments and marking a pivotal moment for crypto firms in accessing the US payments system.

Ripple's Ripple Prime platform now enables institutional clients to trade a range of regulated crypto futures via Coinbase, enhancing market access.

Board members of American Bitcoin purchased 1.6 million shares post-earnings, signaling confidence despite a $59 million loss.

IREN aims to enhance its AI processing capacity by 50% with a $6 billion share offering and the purchase of over 50,000 Nvidia GPUs, impacting market dynamics.

Crypto stocks rose sharply following President Trump's pro-crypto comments, signaling potential regulatory clarity. Analysts caution that market momentum is sensitive to political developments.

Okta's fourth-quarter results beat estimates, but its cautious guidance raises concerns about market conditions ahead. The identity management sector faces pressures amid evolving AI technology.

Situational Awareness LP reveals a strategic shift towards Bitcoin miners and AI infrastructure, reflecting broader industry trends in energy and computing. The fund's investments signal a transformative period ahead.

BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF led $225M in inflows amidst mixed sentiment, signaling potential shifts in institutional crypto interest.

Elliott Management's $1 billion stake in Pinterest results in a 9% stock surge, part of a strategic pivot amid recent struggles.

Core Scientific's Q4 earnings reveal a significant revenue miss as Bitcoin miners face mounting pressure from falling prices and rising costs.

Circle's stock has surged 60% fueled by USDC growth and regulatory clarity from the GENIUS Act. The company is increasingly seen as key to future payments infrastructure.

South Korean defense stocks surged as Hanwha Aerospace jumped 22%, driven by rising tensions from the Iran war. This trend reflects a shift in investor focus toward defense amid geopolitical risks.

Crypto funds saw a $1 billion inflow last week, reversing five weeks of losses. Bitcoin and Ethereum led the charge as institutional interest appears to stabilize.