The year 2025 is marking the dawn of a powerful new technological era, one defined by the convergence of two of the most disruptive forces of our time: artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency. This fusion is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s a rapidly growing market sector that is attracting massive investment, spawning innovative new use cases, and fundamentally reshaping the digital landscape. The Investment Boom: A $516 Million Bet on a New Asset ClassOne of the clearest indicat...

On August 1, 2025, Hong Kong activated its landmark Stablecoins Ordinance, creating a comprehensive licensing regime that sets a new global standard for digital finance. Managed by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), this move is designed to make stablecoins safer for everyone, positioning the city as a top-tier hub for compliant crypto innovation and providing a secure foundation for platforms.The New Rules of the Road Any company wanting to issue a fiat-backed stablecoin in Hong Kong m...

In a landmark policy evolution, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has begun to draw clearer lines around the digital asset space, signaling that many types of cryptocurrencies and related activities do not fall under its jurisdiction as securities. This new direction, championed by the agency’s recently formed Crypto Task Force under the Trump administration, aims to replace years of regulatory ambiguity with proactive guidance, though not without sparking significant internal...