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The post Hong Kong’s VMS Group Eyes $10M Crypto Investment appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News VMS Group, a multi-family office managing nearly $4 billion in assets, is preparing to invest in cryptocurrencies , capitalizing on Hong Kong’s pro-crypto regulatory framework. VMS Group is set to allocate up to $10 million into digital assets through strategies managed by Re7 Capital, a London-based decentralized finance (DeFi) hedge fund. “We believe that now is the right time, as market demand continues to rise and clear legislation is emerging across key jurisdictions,” said Eton Cheung , Managing Partner at VMS. Cheung noted that the investment amount is still under discussion, but the firm sees increasing confidence in the sector due to institutional recognition and regulatory support. Why Is VMS Investing in Crypto Now? The move reflects VMS’s broader strategy to diversify into more liquid assets. Historically focused on private equity and long-term investments, the firm has seen exit challenges with illiquid assets—pushing it to explore crypto markets for better liquidity and returns. Hong Kong’s Evolving Crypto Regulations: A Magnet for Global Investment Hong Kong is rapidly becoming a crypto investment hub, thanks to its forward-thinking policies. Key developments include: New crypto regulations to encourage innovation while protecting investors Plans to issue a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Permission for companies to launch stablecoins backed by fiat by year-end Retail access to regulated crypto products, lifting earlier restrictions Implementation of strong risk management protocols .article-inside-link { margin-left: 0 !important; border: 1px solid #0052CC4D; border-left: 0; border-right: 0; padding: 10px 0; text-align: left; } .entry ul.article-inside-link li { font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; font-weight: 600; list-style-type: none; margin-bottom: 0; display: inline-block; } .entry ul.article-inside-link li:last-child { display: none; } Also Read : Japan Reveals New Crypto Rules That Could Legalize Bitcoin ETFs , These measures have attracted numerous international firms and restored investor confidence in Hong Kong’s digital asset space. Final Thoughts Hong Kong’s progressive crypto stance is turning heads. 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BitcoinWorld Urgent Iran Ceasefire: A Critical Window to De-escalate Middle East Conflict The world watches with bated breath as a critical development unfolds in the escalating Middle East conflict . In a surprising turn, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has issued a conditional statement on a potential Iran ceasefire , offering a glimmer of hope amidst widespread geopolitical anxiety. This isn’t an agreement, but rather a unilateral declaration of intent that could significantly alter the trajectory of recent hostilities. Understanding the Conditional Iran Ceasefire Offer On a prominent social media platform, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi clarified that there is “NO ‘agreement’ on any ceasefire” currently in place. This distinction is crucial, as it indicates a lack of formal negotiation or mutual understanding with the opposing party. However, his subsequent declaration introduces a significant condition: if Israel halts its “illegal aggression” by 4 a.m. Tehran time, Iran has “no intention to continue [its] response” beyond that point. This conditional pause highlights a complex diplomatic maneuver, where Iran is signaling a willingness to de-escalate without entering into a formal agreement. This statement, while not a binding treaty, serves as a public declaration of intent, putting the onus on Israel to respond. The specific timestamp provides a clear deadline, making the situation highly time-sensitive. It suggests a calculated move to potentially open a window for de-escalation, even if temporary. The term “illegal aggression” used by the Iranian Foreign Minister underscores the narrative from Tehran’s perspective regarding the ongoing hostilities. The Backdrop: Ongoing Israel Attacks and Regional Dynamics To fully grasp the significance of this announcement, it’s essential to understand the context of the recent Israel attacks and the broader regional dynamics. The statement comes amidst heightened tensions and retaliatory actions between Iran and Israel, which have seen a dangerous escalation in recent weeks. Both nations have engaged in actions they describe as defensive responses to perceived provocations, leading to a cycle of violence that has raised concerns across the globe. The history between Iran and Israel is long and complex, marked by ideological differences, proxy conflicts, and strategic rivalries. Recent events have brought these long-simmering tensions to the forefront, leading to direct military exchanges that were once largely confined to shadow operations. This direct confrontation has amplified fears of a wider regional conflagration, drawing in other actors and potentially destabilizing an already volatile region. The conditional ceasefire offer, therefore, represents a potential, albeit fragile, pause in this dangerous escalation, providing a moment for international diplomacy to potentially intervene. Navigating Middle East Conflict : Challenges and Opportunities The prospect of a conditional halt to hostilities presents both immense challenges and potential opportunities for the deeply entrenched Middle East conflict . The primary challenge lies in the interpretation and acceptance of the condition itself. Israel’s stance on its actions, often framed as self-defense, directly contrasts with Iran’s characterization of them as “illegal aggression.” Bridging this narrative gap is crucial for any de-escalation to hold. Key Challenges: Trust Deficit: Decades of animosity and lack of direct diplomatic ties make trust a scarce commodity between the two nations. Defining “Halt”: What constitutes a complete cessation of “illegal aggression” from Iran’s perspective? This could be a point of contention. Sustainability: Even if a temporary pause occurs, the underlying issues driving the conflict remain unresolved, posing a risk of renewed hostilities. External Influence: The involvement of regional and global powers, each with their own interests, adds layers of complexity to any de-escalation efforts. Potential Opportunities: Window for Diplomacy: A pause, however brief, could create an opening for international mediation and back-channel communications. De-escalation: Halting direct military exchanges reduces the immediate risk of an all-out regional war. Humanitarian Relief: A ceasefire could allow for critical humanitarian aid to reach affected areas, if applicable to the specific nature of the conflict. Reassessment: Both sides might use the pause to reassess their strategies and objectives, potentially leading to a more sustainable path forward. The Ripple Effect: Geopolitical Tensions and Global Impact The ongoing developments in the Middle East have profound implications for geopolitical tensions worldwide. Any escalation or de-escalation between Iran and Israel sends ripples across international markets, diplomacy, and security frameworks. Global powers are keenly watching the situation, as a full-blown regional conflict could have catastrophic consequences far beyond the immediate combat zones. Economically, the region is a vital hub for global energy supplies. Instability here can lead to spikes in oil prices, affecting economies globally. Politically, it tests the limits of international law and the effectiveness of multilateral institutions in preventing conflict. The humanitarian cost, should the conflict intensify, would be immense, leading to further displacement and suffering. The conditional ceasefire offer, therefore, is not just a regional matter; it’s a global concern. It underscores the interconnectedness of international security and the delicate balance of power that underpins global stability. The reaction from various international bodies and nations will be crucial in determining whether this fragile opening leads to a more lasting calm or merely a temporary lull before another storm. Implications for Global Stability : What Lies Ahead? The statement from Iran’s Foreign Minister has direct implications for global stability . A successful de-escalation, even a temporary one, could prevent a wider war that would inevitably draw in other nations and have devastating economic and human costs. Conversely, if the offer is not met, or if hostilities resume, the world could face an even more volatile period. The phrase “a final decision on ending military operations will be made later” is particularly telling. It signifies that the current offer is a tactical pause, not a definitive end to the conflict. This leaves room for future developments and continued uncertainty. International diplomacy will be key in encouraging both sides to seize this potential moment of de-escalation and move towards more constructive engagement. For individuals and investors globally, such geopolitical shifts often translate into market volatility. While the immediate impact on cryptocurrency markets might not be direct, broader instability can influence investor sentiment towards risk assets. Staying informed about these critical geopolitical developments is paramount for understanding potential shifts in the global economic landscape. A Compelling Summary: A Conditional Hope In conclusion, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi’s statement marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Middle East conflict . It is not a formal Iran ceasefire agreement, but a conditional declaration of intent to halt their response if Israel attacks cease by a specific time. This unilateral offer, while fragile, presents a critical window for de-escalation amidst escalating geopolitical tensions , offering a sliver of hope for enhanced global stability . The world watches anxiously to see if this crucial opportunity for a pause will be seized, potentially averting a more catastrophic regional conflict. The path forward remains uncertain, but for now, the possibility of a temporary cessation of hostilities offers a much-needed moment for reflection and potential diplomatic engagement. To learn more about the latest geopolitical trends and their impact on global markets, explore our article on key developments shaping global stability and investment strategies. This post Urgent Iran Ceasefire: A Critical Window to De-escalate Middle East Conflict first appeared on BitcoinWorld and is written by Editorial Team
Scientists in China have rolled out “Meteor-1,” reportedly the nation’s inaugural highly parallel optical computing chip, marking an important leap in using light-based hardware to handle huge parallel workloads. The initiative comes as the country is weaning itself off US-made technology amid export restrictions of advanced AI tech. The local media in China reported that this is expected to result in hardware acceleration for AI and data centers currently struggling with rising computational demand. China’s new chip competes with Nvidia’s top GPU Designed by teams at the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics (SIOM) and Nanyang Technological University, the device reportedly boasts a theoretical peak performance of 2,560 TOPS (tera-operations per second) at a 50 GHz optical clock. That places it in the same ballpark as Nvidia’s top GPUs, offering a home-grown solution to accelerate AI and data center tasks amid ballooning computational demands and US chip restrictions . Historically, optical computing efforts have centered on enlarging the dimensions of the internal matrix that performs calculations. Bigger matrices theoretically allow more data to be processed in parallel, but in practice, they run headlong into engineering constraints, complex chip layouts, the need for extreme precision in waveguide alignment and prohibitive fabrication costs. According to the South China Morning Post ( SCMP ), efforts by TSMC and academic groups such as Caltech have shown promise in laboratory settings, but those prototypes have struggled to translate into commercial-grade solutions. Another strategy has been to push the oscillation rate of the light itself. Higher optical frequencies can deliver faster computation, but they also amplify signal losses, exacerbate thermal noise and raise the bar on component tolerances. Until now, no team has managed to pair both large matrix scales and ultra-fast optics in one system without running up against severe trade-off ceilings that erode real-world performance. Meteor-1 handles complex tasks and is the answer to US sanctions Meteor-1 charts a different course; multiplying the number of simultaneous tasks rather than enlarging individual components. The June 17 paper in eLight by Xie Peng, Han Xilin and Hu Guangwei outlines how the chip incorporates over 100 distinct frequency channels within one photonic platform. This high-order parallelism enables a hundredfold, or greater, increase in “optical computility” without expanding the chip’s footprint, delivering a practical path for next-generation light-powered processors. With US export curbs effectively banning Nvidia’s RTX 4090 (1,321 TOPS) and RTX 5090 (3,352 TOPS) from China, the Meteor-1 effort arrives at a critical juncture. Conventional electronic semiconductors are bumping into fundamental limits, heat dissipation, quantum tunnelling and unsustainable power draws. Optical chips sidestep many of these barriers, offering ultra-high speed, broad bandwidth, reduced energy consumption and minimal latency. Meteor-1’s architecture is entirely home-designed. Its on-chip light source uses a micro-cavity optical frequency comb that covers more than 80nm of spectrum, spanning upwards of 200 wavelengths. This innovation effectively replaces hundreds of discrete lasers, slashing system complexity, power demands and costs. The core computing die itself offers a transmission bandwidth above 40nm, facilitating low-latency, massively parallel operations. Coupled with a bespoke driver board featuring over 256 channels for precise signal modulation, the system executed more than 100 simultaneous tasks in benchmark tests, all at a 50 GHz clock, yielding 2,560 TOPS. Han Xilin tells DeepTech that Meteor-1’s cost-performance metrics could soon rival electronic GPUs. Lead researcher Xie Peng, a Massachusetts Institute of Technology PhD who went on to research at Oxford and NTU, attributes the rapid progress to SIOM’s modular team structure under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. “Each critical subsystem had its own dedicated expert, allowing us to integrate full-chain innovation from foundational research through system assembly in a remarkably short span.” ~ Han Xilin. Looking ahead, the group believes their parallel-first design could outpace electronic chips on efficiency, power draw and latency, meeting AI’s insatiable compute appetite while spawning novel applications in real-time data analysis, autonomous systems and scientific modeling. Cryptopolitan Academy: Tired of market swings? Learn how DeFi can help you build steady passive income. Register Now
Bitcoin is trading at $105,138 as of June 24, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.09 trillion. Its 24-hour trading volume stands at $52.63 billion, within an intraday price range of $100,177 to $105,927, reflecting a strong rebound from recent lows and renewed market activity. Bitcoin On the daily chart, bitcoin shows signs of a
Two major developments this week show a growing institutional shift toward decentralized finance and blockchain-native financial tools. Anchorage Digital has added Uniswap-powered DeFi capabilities to its institutional-grade Porto wallet, while DeFi Development Corp, a Solana-focused treasury firm, announced plans to tokenize its publicly traded shares via a partnership with Kraken and the xStocks platform. Anchorage Digital Adds DeFi Capabilities to Porto Wallet in Major Institutional Push Anchorage Digital, a leading crypto custody firm serving institutions, has taken a significant step toward bridging the gap between decentralized finance (DeFi) and traditional finance. The company has officially integrated DeFi capabilities into its institutional-grade Porto wallet, giving clients direct access to on-chain liquidity and token swaps through Uniswap. This development marks a crucial evolution in Anchorage’s service offering, aligning with a broader trend of institutional adoption of DeFi . The move is expected to bolster the use of secure DeFi applications among regulated entities, as institutions look to move beyond passive crypto exposure and toward active participation in decentralized ecosystems. Anchorage’s Porto wallet—used by high-profile clients including Maple Finance, the Sui Foundation, and decentralized exchange dYdX—was already known for its secure, regulated architecture. With Uniswap now integrated, those clients and others will be able to seamlessly access decentralized liquidity, execute token swaps, and interact with DeFi protocols, all within the compliance-first environment they require. This upgrade positions Porto as a direct competitor to other institutional wallet platforms like Fireblocks, Fordefi, Blockdaemon, and Consensys. While those platforms have also explored DeFi access, Anchorage's emphasis on integrating a native DeFi experience via Uniswap puts it at the forefront of regulated DeFi engagement. Uniswap currently has over $4.5 billion in total value locked (TVL), according to DeFiLlama, making it one of the most trusted decentralized liquidity providers. The integration not only broadens access to DeFi but does so by connecting institutions to one of the sector’s most liquid and widely used platforms. Institutional DeFi Gathers Steam Institutional DeFi—a concept that marries the decentralization of blockchain-based finance with the security and compliance frameworks required by large financial players—has seen increased traction in 2025. As regulators around the world continue to issue clearer guidance for digital assets, many banks, hedge funds, and asset managers are exploring ways to leverage DeFi without exposing themselves to unmanaged risks. At its core, institutional DeFi seeks to combine the permissionless and open nature of DeFi with built-in controls for governance, audits, and risk management. For Anchorage, which holds a federally chartered digital asset bank status in the United States, the new Porto wallet integration allows clients to engage with DeFi confidently, knowing they are backed by compliant infrastructure. This momentum is underpinned by strategic alliances as well. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has partnered with Anchorage for digital asset custody, signaling a broader alignment of interest between traditional financial giants and crypto-native platforms. Anchorage’s DeFi wallet upgrade comes at a time when the broader DeFi sector has been volatile. According to DeFiLlama, total value locked across DeFi protocols has declined from $137 billion in late 2024 to $106 billion as of this writing. Despite the dip, experts point to rising institutional engagement and increased DeFi regulation as signs of a maturing market. DeFi TVL (Source: DeFiLlama ) Anchorage itself has been expanding aggressively. In 2021, the company raised $350 million at a $3 billion valuation from investors including Andreessen Horowitz and Apollo Funds. Most recently, the firm acquired Mountain Protocol, a move that led to the wind-down of the USDM stablecoin. The acquisition was seen as a step toward further consolidation and vertical integration in Anchorage’s business model. The Future of DeFi: Secure, Fast, and Institutional The integration of Uniswap into the Porto wallet is a pivotal moment in DeFi’s journey from fringe financial experiment to institutional mainstay. It not only enables Anchorage clients to access DeFi faster and more securely, but it also sets a new benchmark for how financial institutions can interact with blockchain networks. As firms like Anchorage continue to refine their offerings, the lines between traditional and decentralized finance will likely continue to blur—paving the way for a financial future that is both programmable and institutionally trusted. DeFi Development Corp to Tokenize Shares via Kraken and Solana, Marking a Milestone for Stock on Blockchain Meanwhile, DeFi Development Corporation — formerly known as Janover — announced Monday that it will tokenize its company shares through a new partnership with leading crypto exchange Kraken. The initiative will leverage xStocks, a tokenization platform developed by Backed and recently integrated by Kraken, to bring DeFi Development’s shares onchain. The platform operates on the Solana blockchain and was introduced by Kraken in May with a mission to make tokenized shares of major US companies like Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia accessible to non-US investors. “We view the tokenization of our stock as a DeFi Lego block — one that developers and institutions can build on top of,” said Joseph Onorati, CEO of DeFi Development Corp., emphasizing the modular potential of tokenized equity in decentralized ecosystems. DeFi Development’s entry into onchain stock issuance represents a rare real-world use case for tokenized equity, especially at the public company level. The company’s shares will be wrapped as digital tokens on Solana, one of the fastest and most efficient blockchains optimized for high-throughput applications — a natural fit for fractionalized equity. The move follows a broader institutional tilt toward Solana. In April, Nasdaq-listed Upexi raised $100 million, allocating over 90% to SOL acquisitions. Similarly, Canadian firm Sol Strategies has increased its Solana holdings despite reporting a $3.5 million Q2 income loss. DeFi Development, under its new name and leadership, has joined this trend aggressively. After a group of former Kraken executives acquired Janover in April and rebranded it, the company quickly purchased $11.5 million in SOL and laid out plans to raise an additional $1 billion in capital to grow its Solana treasury. Market Reaction and Intraday Performance The announcement drove early gains in DeFi Development’s stock price on the Nasdaq. Shares rose more than 3% in the early hours of trading on Monday before paring back. At the time of writing, the company’s stock was up 0.6% on the day, trading at $25.03, according to Google Finance. DeFi Development Corp shares intraday performance on June 23 (Source: Google Finance ) Though modest, the move signals investor recognition of the company’s blockchain-forward strategy and its early lead in the emerging category of tokenized public equities. Stock tokenization refers to the process of issuing equity as blockchain tokens that can be fractionalized, traded 24/7, and transferred peer-to-peer with minimal friction. These tokenized assets are typically backed 1:1 by traditional shares and maintained via a trusted custodian or partner. While the broader tokenization sector — known as real-world assets (RWAs) — has grown to $24.3 billion in total market cap, tokenized equities remain a niche segment. According to RWA data provider RWA.xyz, tokenized stocks account for just $365 million, or 1.5% of the total market. That may soon change, however, as both demand and infrastructure evolve. Kraken’s push with xStocks, and Robinhood’s reported plans to build a blockchain-based stock trading platform for European users, suggest a rising tide of interest. Even Binance floated a similar initiative in 2021 before regulatory hurdles forced it to abandon the effort. Kraken’s partnership with xStocks aims to bridge global access to US equities by tokenizing them on public blockchains and distributing them to non-US investors through a DeFi-compatible interface. By choosing Solana as the underlying network, xStocks is optimizing for scalability, low transaction costs, and fast settlement times — key features for high-volume trading of fractionalized securities. For institutions like DeFi Development, this provides a more efficient way to engage investors across jurisdictions without the traditional cost and time barriers of legacy market infrastructure. The Bigger Picture: DeFi Meets TradFi This latest move highlights a key theme in 2025’s evolving financial landscape: the growing intersection of DeFi and TradFi. While tokenized treasuries and real estate assets have gained traction over the past year, public company shares are just beginning to make the leap onchain. By tokenizing its shares, DeFi Development Corp is not only offering a proof of concept for what public equity can look like in a blockchain-native world — it’s also inviting developers, investors, and institutions to begin stacking new financial primitives on top of tokenized corporate ownership.
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