Author: Tokenized Toast Club

USDf, the synthetic stablecoin managed by Dubai’s Falcon Finance, has surged past $1.1 billion in circulating supply, catapulting it into the top 10 Ethereum-based stablecoins as of early August 2025. This growth reflects not only heightened demand from institutional and retail participants but also growing trust in stablecoins designed for enhanced utility in volatile crypto markets. What Sets USDf Apart? Unlike traditional stablecoins such as USDT or USDC—which are typically pegged to physical fiat reserves—USDf is a synthetic dollar minted against a diversified basket of on-chain collateral assets. This design enables it to hold its peg and offer liquidity to…

Credefi, a leading real-world asset (RWA) credit platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Vayana—India’s largest trade finance network—to bridge crypto capital with real-world private credit in one of the world’s most dynamic economies. This collaboration marks a significant leap in the industrialization and compliance of debt tokenization, offering DeFi investors direct exposure to India’s private credit markets through regulated channels. Unlocking Regulated Access to Indian Private Debt via DeFi Under the new agreement, Vayana will provide Credefi with a proven tokenization and private credit infrastructure. Vayana’s platform is designed to issue, manage, and service digital claims—tokenizing instruments like loans…

Laser Digital, the digital asset trading arm of Nomura Bank, has become the first company to secure a regulated over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options license under the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority’s (VARA) pilot framework in Dubai. This milestone allows Laser Digital to directly offer regulated OTC crypto derivatives—like options contracts—to clients in a rapidly growing global market. Regulatory First Under Dubai’s Crypto-Friendly Regime Granted under the innovative VARA pilot regime, the license enables Laser Digital to operate as the first regulated entity permitted to deliver direct, client-facing crypto OTC option services in Dubai. The emirate has emerged as a major international…

In a landmark move for the region’s digital future, International Holding Company (IHC), state-backed investment powerhouse ADQ, and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) have jointly announced plans to launch a UAE Dirham-backed stablecoin. The initiative, subject to final regulatory approval, will see the new stablecoin governed by the Central Bank of the UAE and issued through FAB, the largest bank in the Emirates. Building the Future of Trusted Digital Payments This pioneering stablecoin is set to redefine how payments are made and how business is conducted, both within the UAE and globally. Designed as a secure, regulation-backed digital currency, it…

Chainlink has set a new milestone in blockchain-based finance by launching institutional-grade Data Streams for leading U.S. equities and ETFs, now accessible on 37 different blockchain networks. This breakthrough will enable developers, DeFi protocols, and on-chain app builders to access sub-second price feeds for highly traded assets, including SPY (S&P 500 ETF), QQQ (Nasdaq 100 ETF), and blue-chip stocks such as Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft. Institutional-Grade Data Empowers Advanced DeFi and RWA Applications Thanks to high-quality sources like Finalto, Tiingo, and Finnhub, Chainlink’s new Data Streams deliver rapid and reliable price data, featuring crucial features such as market hours detection,…

RealFI has officially launched its new retail platform on the XRP Ledger, setting out to revolutionize property investment by tokenizing the $650 trillion global real estate market using its proprietary Real Token in conjunction with XRP. The rollout, which took place on August 3, 2025, enables direct blockchain-based purchases of tokenized property worldwide, opening doors for greater accessibility and efficiency in the sector. XRP Ledger: Powering Fast, Secure Real Estate Tokenization Leveraging the XRP Ledger’s proven strengths—including rapid transaction speeds, low congestion, and robust security—RealFI’s platform empowers both institutional and retail investors. The technology enables the seamless fractionalization of real…

SBI Holdings, one of Japan’s premier financial groups, has unveiled a landmark partnership with Ripple, marking a significant milestone in its digital transformation journey. According to SBI’s latest report, this collaboration is set to revolutionize cross-border payments by leveraging Ripple’s cutting-edge blockchain technology, promising faster and more cost-efficient global transactions than traditional banking alternatives. SBI’s CEO described the move as the beginning of “a new era in cross-border payments.” Integrating RLUSD Stablecoin for Seamless Digital Finance As part of its sweeping digital strategy, SBI Holdings is set to integrate RLUSD—a stablecoin—across its various platforms. The company views RLUSD as an…

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled “Project Crypto,” a sweeping new initiative to overhaul securities rules in the U.S. and allow for crypto-based trading, aiming to transform the country’s financial markets by bringing them onto blockchain networks. Modernizing Market Rules for a Blockchain Era Announced at the “American Leadership in the Digital Finance Revolution” conference on Thursday, SEC Chair Paul Atkins emphasized that Project Crypto is about “updating antiquated agency rules and regulations” to unlock blockchain’s potential for U.S. capital markets. Atkins referenced President Trump’s goal to make “America the crypto capital of the world,” noting that the…

A significant new alliance has been formed to transform how Africa manages, monitors, and monetizes its vast mineral resources by harnessing the power of blockchain technology. LifeSite, creator of the Web3 tokenization platform TokenX, has joined forces with the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG), Verichain Technologies, and GTIF Capital under the banner of the Africa Minerals Tokenization Initiative (AMTI). Forging a Digital Ecosystem for Africa’s Minerals Through this collaboration, the partners aim to deliver a comprehensive digital framework that will allow African nations to take greater control and ownership of their mineral assets. The initiative aims to enhance transparency and…

Coinbase has announced a strategic collaboration with JPMorgan Chase, significantly lowering the barriers for Chase customers who want to onboard to the crypto exchange. Through this new initiative, Chase clients will be able to fund their Coinbase accounts using their Chase cards and bank accounts. Additionally, for the first time, Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be redeemed directly for the USDC stablecoin. Streamlining Onboarding—But Not Direct Crypto Access Yet A closer look reveals this partnership isn’t quite the same as making crypto instantly available inside traditional Chase accounts. Rather, it’s about reducing friction for Chase customers interested in buying crypto—making…