Block has applied to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to establish Builders Bank & Trust, a national trust bank focused on custody and fiduciary services for bitcoin and stablecoins. If approved, the bank will operate under a federal framework, providing secure custody without accepting deposits or making loans. This move aligns with Block's broader goal of economic empowerment through digital assets and reflects a growing trend of fintech firms pursuing bank charters to enhance compliance and competitiveness. The OCC has recently seen a surge in new bank charter applications, indicating a revitalized banking system.
Bitcoin's one-month realized volatility is at historic lows, driven mainly by the dominance of long-term holders who now control about 83% of circulating supply, according to Glassnode. This reduced liquid supply limits active trading and moderates p...
Elizabeth Crain, a director at Core Scientific, has purchased 6,000 shares of the company. This insider buying may indicate her confidence in the company's future prospects. Such moves often attract investor attention as they can signal positive expe...
Rivian recently launched the R2, a more affordable 2-row SUV compared to its premium 3-row R1 models. Early media reviews, including one from The New York Times, have been very positive, highlighting the vehicle's appeal against both internal combust...
AH Realty Trust (AHRT) stands out in the challenging 2026 commercial real estate (CRE) market by maintaining flat equity performance and strong fundamentals. The REIT strategically divested multifamily assets above book value, demonstrating managemen...
Hyperscale Data has stopped Bitcoin mining to focus on AI data center services, backed by a $1.2 billion contract at its Michigan facility. The company's assets, including cash and Bitcoin, are worth nearly double its market cap, suggesting undervalu...
