Crypto

TD Cowen Increases Strive, Inc. Price Target by 27% Amidst Significant Bitcoin Acquisition Surge

TD Cowen raised Strive, Inc.'s price target to $56 due to its impressive bitcoin acquisitions, solidifying its position in the cryptocurrency market.

Oct 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Crypto

Coinbase Enhances Bitcoin Security to Counter Quantum Computing Threats

Coinbase is strengthening Bitcoin's defenses against quantum computing by upgrading signature schemes and collaborating with developers for a secure f...

Oct 17, 2026 • 5 min read

Crypto

Google's Quantum Breakthrough: Major Reduction in Error Rates with Magic State Cultivation

Google’s new superconducting processor achieves a dramatic reduction in error rates, enhancing the efficiency of quantum computing and reducing qubit...

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Solana's Alpenglow Upgrade: A Major Leap in Transaction Finality and Efficiency

The Alpenglow upgrade will cut Solana's transaction finality time dramatically from 12.8 seconds to 150 milliseconds, improving efficiency and user ex...

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Nasdaq Returns Put Today’s Bull Market in Dot-Com Perspective

Four years of double-digit gains invite bubble comparisons, but Nasdaq rolling returns suggest today’s run remains smaller than 1996–99.

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Economy

Larry Fink Warns Halting Data Center Projects Could Trigger Economic Recession

Larry Fink cautions that a nationwide pause on data center developments may lead to recession, underscoring the critical role of tech investments in e...

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Stocks

SEC and SBCFAC Propose Major Revisions to Boost Capital Access for Startups and IPOs

The SEC's upcoming review could significantly increase crowdfunding limits and address IPO barriers, impacting the financial landscape for startups an...

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Friday Reads: Utility Costs, AI’s Labor Shift and Market Signals

This week’s reading list spans rising utility bills, AI-driven job changes, government spending and the forces reshaping housing and seafood markets.

Oct 16, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

Ramp’s $60 Billion Valuation Reflects Ambitious Shift Toward AI-Enhanced Financial Solutions

Ramp's latest funding round elevates its valuation to $60 billion as it expands its financial operations platform with AI integrations.

Oct 15, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Concludes with Dynamic Insights and Networking Opportunities

The final day of TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco features key discussions on AI, startup strategies, and provides ample networking opportunit...

Oct 15, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Debanking Practices Impact Financial Access for Controversial Industries: A Market Overview

Recent reports reveal banks' debanking policies are limiting financial access for industries like coal and firearms, raising concerns over political b...

Oct 14, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Prismm Aims to Help Banks Retain Inherited Wealth

Prismm offers banks a solution to retain family wealth post-account holder death, streamlining benefits transfer and minimizing estate attrition.

Oct 14, 2026 • 5 min read

Investing

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Offers 50% Discount for Final Days of Insights and Networking

Grab a 50% discount for the last two days at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, featuring top industry speakers and interactive sessions in San Francisco.

Oct 14, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

India Postpones Merchant Fee Rollout on Digital Payments After Retailer Pushback

India delays implementing a merchant fee on digital payments, responding to retailer opposition and aiming for stability during the festive shopping s...

Oct 13, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Final Opportunities for Ticket Savings at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 kicks off tomorrow in San Francisco, offering last-minute ticket savings and opportunities for networking and insight.

Oct 12, 2026 • 5 min read

Markets

Blockchain.com Pursues U.S. Expansion with New Licensing Applications for Derivatives Trading

Blockchain.com is seeking CFTC approval for licenses to enter U.S. prediction markets and crypto derivatives trading, aiming to enhance user experienc...

Oct 10, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Stord Secures $400 Million Funding to Scale Logistics and Enhance AI Capabilities in Fulfillment Sector

Stord has raised $400 million to expand logistics operations and advance AI technology, aiming for $1 billion revenue run-rate and greater efficiency.

Oct 10, 2026 • 5 min read

Markets

Evernorth Adjusts XRP Treasury Listing Timeline Amidst Growing Investor Interest

Evernorth's XRP treasury listing faces a slight delay, moving trading to October 12, but remains a significant opportunity for regulated digital asset...

Oct 10, 2026 • 5 min read

Markets

CFTC Proposes New Definition for Event Contracts, Impacting Trading Strategies and Market Dynamics

The CFTC's proposed rule to define event contracts as swaps may transform trading strategies and encourage broader market participation.

Oct 09, 2026 • 5 min read

Banking

Countdown to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Last Chance for Discounted Tickets

With just five days until TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, attendees can still secure discounted tickets before prices rise, promising insights across six sta...

Oct 08, 2026 • 5 min read