ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aqua Labs Investments, a licensed Abu Dhabi–based investment firm operating within the UAE’s regulated digital-finance ecosystem, hosted a VVIP closed-door strategic seminar focused on securing the post-quantum future of digital infrastructure and institutional finance at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi. Held on 4 February 2026, the event brought together a select group of senior decision-makers and international partners, ...

Tether gold Stablecoin issuer Tether is deepening its exposure to gold with a $150 million investment in Gold.com, Inc. (NYSE: GOLD), according to an announcement on Thursday. Tether has agreed to initially purchase approximately $125 million worth of GOLD common shares and an additional $25 million upon regulatory approval, the firm said. The stablecoin issuer will be allowed to nominate a Gold.com board member. "The Investment establishes a strategic partnership designed to bridge physical precious meta ...

Transaction represents investment with Tether acquiring 3.371 million Common Shares at an issue price of $44.50 Gold.com will invest $20 million in Tether’s XAU₮ stablecoin COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gold.com, Inc. (NYSE: GOLD) (“Gold.com” or the “Company”), a fully-integrated alternative assets platform offering an extensive range of precious metals, numismatic coins, and collectibles, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with TPM, S.A. de C.V., (“Tethe ...

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Shareholder update highlights strategic alignment with Donald Trump Jr. and World Liberty Financial as MMA advances its digital finance and Web3 platform New York, NY, Feb. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mixed Martial Arts Group Limited (NYSE American: MMA) (“MMA” or the “Company” and doing business as MMA.INC), a technology driven global combat sports platform, today provided a shareholder update highlighting its strategic relationships with Donald Trump Jr. and World Liberty Financial, as the Company advanc ...

天河区相关负责人表示，随着广东数字金融创新产业园"一园多区"战略的加速推进，天河区将进一步汇 聚数字金融主体与创新要素，全力打造辐射大湾区、影响全国的数字金融产业高地。 数据显示，2025年，天河区金融业实现增加值1703亿元，占全市金融业增加值的52.8%，金融业对全区 GDP的贡献率达到24.3%，拉动全区GDP增速1.87个百分点。截至目前，区内持牌金融机构总数达306 家，占全市总数70%以上；全区上市企业累计达49家，总市值1.14万亿元，占全市33%。高密度的金融 资源、高活跃度的市场生态，为数字金融创新提供了广阔的应用场景。 （文章来源：21世纪经济报道） 作为产业园运营方，广州湾谷数字管理技术股份有限公司（以下简称"湾谷数科"）创始人马聪在揭牌活 动现场向南方财经记者表示，天河区既是金融强区，同时也是软件强区，科韵路孕育了多家软件类上市 公司，金融与软件双强的产业结构为数字金融发展提供了天然土壤，政府部门对数字金融的支持也并非 始于此次挂牌，而是长期延续的产业发展方向。 进驻广州国际金融城后，产业园将融入"一室一台一园"战略架构：依托"一室"——中大湾谷风险管理技 术实验室为"研发引擎"，"一 ...

Core Viewpoint - The National Financial Regulatory Administration has released the "Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of Digital Finance in the Banking and Insurance Industries," aiming to guide financial institutions in their digital transformation and enhance the quality of digital financial services [1][2]. Policy Guidance - Digital finance is a key focus of the central financial work conference, emphasizing its importance in enhancing the competitiveness of the financial sector and improving service efficiency for the real economy [2]. - The "Implementation Plan" builds on previous guidelines, focusing on specific measures and quality improvement to facilitate high-quality development in digital finance [2]. - The plan encourages banks and insurance companies to accelerate digital finance development, enhancing financial services and supporting the digital economy [2]. Data Utilization - The plan emphasizes the importance of data in financial institutions, advocating for improved data integration, management, and application across various business areas [4]. - Financial institutions are encouraged to leverage data for customer profiling, decision-making, and risk control, enhancing the effectiveness of digital financial services [4]. - The establishment of a large data set for technology-based enterprises is proposed to better identify and assess these companies [4]. Risk Management - The digital transformation of financial institutions must include robust risk management strategies to address new risks associated with digitalization, such as algorithmic model flaws and data security [8][9]. - A comprehensive intelligent risk control system is essential to ensure that innovation aligns with risk management [8]. - Financial institutions are advised to enhance their data security capabilities and accurately identify credit risks associated with borrowers [9]. Collaboration and Innovation - The development of digital finance should involve collaboration among financial institutions, technology companies, and industry stakeholders to drive innovation and embed financial services into various sectors [3]. - The use of technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain is encouraged to optimize financing processes and enhance the digital financial ecosystem [3]. Support for SMEs - The plan aims to improve lending to small and micro enterprises by expanding the application of logistics, capital flow, and information flow data [6]. - Innovative digital services are being developed by small and medium-sized banks to better meet the financing needs of different customer segments [6]. - The integration of diverse data sources is helping banks create comprehensive credit profiles, reducing risks while achieving economic and social benefits [6].

Core Viewpoint - The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has initiated a review to assess the impact of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) on retail financial markets and consumers, with findings expected by mid-2026 [1][2]. Group 1: Review Details - The review will be led by FCA Executive Director Sheldon Mills and will explore how AI evolution may influence market competition, structure, and consumer impact [2]. - The FCA has stated that it does not plan to implement AI-specific regulations [2]. Group 2: Technological Context - The review occurs amidst rapid technological advancements, including the potential rise of agentic AI systems, neuromorphic computing, and quantum capabilities, alongside the growth of digital finance technologies such as blockchain and smart contracts [3]. - Current AI applications in retail finance in the UK are described as "limited," but firms are increasingly exploring new use cases [3]. Group 3: Regulatory Recommendations - The parliamentary Treasury Committee has urged financial regulators, including the FCA, to adopt a proactive stance on AI rather than a "wait and see" approach [4]. - The committee has recommended that the FCA provide guidance by the end of the year regarding consumer protection rules related to AI and the necessary understanding for senior managers overseeing these systems [4].

Bitcoin Treasury Goal Remains $100 Million LAS VEGAS, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyperscale Data, Inc. (NYSE American: GPUS), an artificial intelligence ("AI") data center company anchored by Bitcoin ("Hyperscale Data" or the "Company"), today announced that its Bitcoin treasury, consisting of Bitcoin generated from mining operations and Bitcoin acquired in the open market, totaled approximately $48.5 million, based on the price of Bitcoin as of January 25, 2026. The Company's goal is to reach $100 mill ...

Deus X Capital's Tim Grant wants real talk only when he's speaking to others in the crypto industry. Deus X is a family office-backed investment and operating company that focuses on unlocking value across capital markets, fintech and digital assets to help build a fairer, more accessible financial system. Led by CEO Grant, Deus X began with roughly $1 billion in assets and operates globally with offices in London, Malta and the UAE. Grant will be speaking at CoinDesk's Consensus Hong Kong conference in ...