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XRP and Dogecoin exchange-traded funds are set to launch this week, marking a fresh milestone for altcoins as crypto-linked investment products expand beyond Bitcoin and Ether. The listings offer traditional investors new routes to gain price exposure to XRP and DOGE through regulated market vehicles, potentially increasing liquidity and broadening market participation.

A Chinese Bitcoin treasury-focused company is considering selling up to $500 million in stock to purchase additional BTC, underscoring a strategy of using equity financing to expand crypto reserves. The move would deepen the firm’s balance-sheet exposure to Bitcoin and signals ongoing corporate demand for the asset amid evolving market conditions.

American Express rolls out NFT-based “passport stamps” for travelers, introducing digital collectibles that tie loyalty and travel experiences to blockchain-backed ownership. The initiative targets engagement with cardmembers seeking novel perks and experiential rewards, extending the brand’s experimentation with Web3 features in a mainstream payments context.

Gemini and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reach a resolution in principle in a two-year-old court case, paving the way toward final terms and potential closure. The development reduces legal overhang for the crypto exchange and may inform how similar regulatory disputes proceed across the digital asset industry.

The London Stock Exchange unveils a blockchain-based infrastructure designed to improve market access and operational efficiency across capital markets. The initiative integrates distributed ledger technology into traditional exchange workflows with the aim of streamlining processes and broadening participation for issuers and investors.