Sean Neville, Circle’s co-founder, is spearheading Catena Labs, an AI-native financial institution, securing $18 million in funding to revolutionize how AI agents and humans interact with finance.
Tag: Banking
Central Banks Explore Smart Contracts for Monetary Policy: BIS Project Pine
Central banks are experimenting with smart contract toolkits, as demonstrated by the BIS Project Pine, to enhance monetary policy implementation in tokenized environments. This exploration aims to provide faster and more flexible responses to financial events, though infrastructure limitations remain a challenge.
Stablecoins Revolutionize Collateral Management: A Deep Dive
Explore how stablecoins are transforming real-time collateral management in traditional finance, enhancing efficiency and transparency while navigating regulatory landscapes. Learn about the benefits, challenges, and future implications.
Bitcoin-Backed Loans: The Future of Crypto Liquidity According to Xapo Bank CEO
Explore the rise of Bitcoin-backed loans as a strategic tool for crypto holders to access liquidity without selling their BTC, driven by growing institutional adoption and market confidence.
Blockchain in Finance: A 2025 Guide for Bankers, CPAs, and CFOs
Explore how blockchain is reshaping finance in 2025. Discover insights for bankers, CPAs, and CFOs on operations, compliance, auditing, and strategic applications.
Bunq Expands into Crypto: A Comprehensive Guide to the Neobank’s New Offering
Bunq, the second-largest neobank in Europe, has launched Bunq Crypto, allowing users in select European countries to invest in over 300 cryptocurrencies. This guide explores the reasons behind the expansion, the partnership with Kraken, and what it means for the future of finance.
US Banks Given Green Light for Bitcoin Adoption Following Fed Guidance Withdrawal
Michael Saylor highlights a potential surge in Bitcoin adoption by US banks after the Federal Reserve withdrew its cautionary guidance on cryptocurrency engagement, signaling a pivotal shift in regulatory sentiment.