#MorganStanley has filed plans to launch a spot #Bitcoin #ETF with a proposed fee of 0.14%, undercutting existing offerings in the US market if approved. The move would place it below products from #Grayscale and #BlackRock . The filing signals increased competition among Bitcoin ETF providers, as lower fees could pressure rivals to adjust pricing.
Google backs Texas data center project for Anthropic
#Google is preparing to support financing for a data center project in Texas leased to #Anthropic , with initial costs expected to exceed $5 billion. The facility will be developed by Nexus Data Centers as demand for AI infrastructure grows. Financing discussions involve multiple lenders, while early funding has been provided by Eagle Point.
Anchorage Digital adds TRON support for institutional custody
#AnchorageDigital has integrated the #TRONNetwork , enabling institutions to custody the network’s native token $TRX on its regulated platform. The move expands access to compliant infrastructure for institutional participants engaging with one of the largest blockchain ecosystems.
The integration is expected to later include support for TRC-20 assets and #TRX staking, allowing deeper participation in the network.
Coinbase and Better introduce crypto-backed down payment loans
#Coinbase has partnered with #BetterHomeFinance to allow homebuyers to use cryptocurrency holdings as collateral for down payments.
The program enables customers to take out a separate loan against assets such as #Bitcoin or $USDC held in their Coinbase accounts, rather than selling them. The loan operates alongside a standard mortgage and is designed to fit within existing lending frameworks.
#Kalshi has obtained a license to operate a futures commission merchant through its affiliate, #KineticMarkets LLC, enabling plans to introduce margin trading on its prediction market platform.
The move is aimed at expanding access for institutional investors, though further approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is still required before non-fully collateralized trading can begin.
The stablecoin protocol #USDT0 has officially launched on the #Tempo blockchain. With this launch, Tempo gains direct access to a unified USDT supply across multiple chains, linking it to a proven omnichain stablecoin settlement network without fragmented liquidity or reliance on third-party bridges. This integration enables a more efficient, connected financial system, providing access to global dollar liquidity from the outset.
Intercontinental Exchange unveils $600M investment in Polymarket
#IntercontinentalExchange invests $600M in #Polymarket , a decentralized prediction market platform that enables users to speculate on the outcome of real-world events using cryptocurrency. #ICE also plans to acquire up to $40M worth of Polymarket securities from select existing holders.
In October 2025, ICE made an initial $1B direct investment in Polymarket, and with today’s additional investment and expected secondary purchases, it will fulfill its commitments under the investment agreement.