Cardano has been integrated natively into Coinbase's x402 payments protocol, allowing developers and AI agents to use Cardano blockchain for internet-based payments through a standardized method. This integration, contributed by Cardano Foundation engineers, includes client, server, and facilitator components, supporting Cardano's mainnet and test environments. The x402 protocol, originally developed by Coinbase, enables websites and AI agents to request and complete payments directly over the internet, which is especially useful for autonomous AI transactions. This official support removes the need for third-party solutions, potentially increasing Cardano's role in multi-chain payment applications and making ADA more accessible for AI-driven and machine-to-machine payments.
Baldwin Group is going private in a $7.7 billion all-cash deal led by Sequence Holdings and DFO Management, offering shareholders $32.50 per share, an 88% premium over the June 2026 price. The transaction will delist Baldwin from Nasdaq and is expect...
BTIG increased its price target for Cullinan Therapeutics to $40, reflecting a potential 93% upside from the current stock price of around $20.73. This upgrade follows successful Phase 3 trial results for zipalertinib, a treatment for non-small cell ...
Kroger reported mixed Q2 earnings with adjusted EPS of $1.09 beating estimates, but revenues slightly below expectations at $34.62 billion. Despite slower sales growth, Kroger maintained its full-year adjusted EPS guidance of $5.10 to $5.30, supporte...
Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP is investigating potential securities violations by Coastal Financial Corporation following the company's report of a $42.1 million net loss in Q2 2026, largely due to a $68.8 million credit expense linked to a single part...
Enova International has withdrawn its applications to acquire Grasshopper Bancorp, citing unclear regulatory standards and political pressures. Despite this, Enova remains confident in its growth strategy and reaffirmed its 2026 revenue growth guidan...
