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Ripple Moves Toward U.S. Bank Charter for Digital Asset Services
Ripple has applied for a U.S. national bank charter with oversight from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). If approved, Ripple would operate as a federally chartered digital trust bank, allowing it to custody digital assets, manage client funds, and hold RLUSD reserves directly with a Federal Reserve Master Account. This move positions Ripple to reduce reliance on intermediaries, cut costs, and expand blockchain-driven payment solutions under regulatory legitimacy.
Deutsche Bank Predicts Central Banks Could Hold Bitcoin by 2030
Deutsche Bank suggests that by 2030, central banks may add Bitcoin to their balance sheets as a reserve asset. The bank cites its resilience during crises, long-term store-of-value potential, diversification benefits, and immunity from default risk as reasons it could complement traditional holdings like gold or foreign currencies.
Philippines Eyes ₱500M Blockchain System to Track National Budget
The House of Representatives has introduced House Bill 4489, seeking ₱500 million in initial funding to launch a National Budget Blockchain System that records all budget allocations, procurement, and expenditures on an immutable and publicly accessible platform. Backed by Rep. Brian Poe Llamanzares and other lawmakers, the proposal aims to boost transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in the budget process while reducing corruption risks.
PayPal, Plasma & Polkadot Drive Next Wave of Stablecoin Innovation
PayPal, Plasma, and Polkadot’s Hydration protocol have each launched new stablecoin initiatives targeting different sectors of finance, from consumer access and financial inclusion to DeFi stability and global payment integration. These efforts highlight the growing role of stablecoins in mainstream finance, with PayPal expanding PYUSD payments, Plasma focusing on neobank services, and Hydration introducing HOLLAR, a decentralized, overcollateralized stablecoin within Polkadot’s ecosystem.
Nvidia Commits $100B to Power OpenAI’s Next-Gen AI Systems
Nvidia has unveiled a $100 billion partnership with OpenAI to deploy at least 10 gigawatts of advanced AI systems, starting in 2026 with its Vera Rubin platform. The deal makes Nvidia OpenAI’s preferred compute and networking partner, ensuring deep hardware–software integration to power next-generation models for over 700 million users. Each gigawatt deployment unlocks staged investments, underscoring Nvidia’s role at the forefront of AI infrastructure. Shares rose 3.6% following the announcement, while analysts see the collaboration pushing OpenAI’s valuation toward $500 billion and reshaping the global AI compute race.
Sygnia Urges Clients to Cap Bitcoin Exposure at 5%
South Africa’s $20B asset manager Sygnia Ltd. launched a Bitcoin fund but strongly advises clients not to allocate more than 5% of discretionary or retirement assets to Bitcoin, citing its extreme volatility and the risks of financial overexposure.
Russia Emerges as Global Leader in Low-Cost Bitcoin Mining
Bitcoin mining in Russia now costs just $36,700–$39,000 per coin—thanks to cheap, subsidized energy and favorable regulations—allowing miners to sell BTC at 2–3× production costs with market prices near $97,000.
FTX Recovery Trust to Distribute $1.6 Billion in Third Major Payout
The FTX Recovery Trust has announced its third significant payout since the 2022 collapse of FTX, distributing approximately $1.6 billion to eligible creditors on September 30, 2025. This follows earlier repayments of $1.2 billion in February 2024 and $5 billion in May 2025, reflecting continued progress in the structured recovery plan under Chapter 11 proceedings.
Mastercard & Bybit Launch Crypto Debit Card in Europe
Mastercard and Bybit have launched the MiCA-compliant Bybit Card in Europe, letting users convert crypto like BTC, ETH, and stablecoins into fiat for purchases and ATM withdrawals. The card supports Apple Pay and Google Pay, carries no annual fees, and offers cashback rewards, making crypto spending more seamless and regulated across the region.
Bitcoin Brings Equity and Peace, Says Michael Saylor
Michael Saylor describes Bitcoin as a “peaceful, fair, and equitable” system that can reduce financial conflict, framing it as more than an investment but as a neutral tool for stability, transparency, and fairness in global wealth and transactions.
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