Canadians are closely watching how political leaders intend to address digital assets. Millions of Canadians hold, use, or work in crypto, making it a growing focal point for economic growth and innovation. This politically prominent and growing community is shaping conversations about the future of finance, with voters signaling cautious openness, not to ban or ignore crypto, but to responsibly integrate it into Canada’s financial system
Cryptocurrency and blockchains have long promised to reinvent finance—but digital assets have, to date, been characterized by extreme volatility. To alleviate this risk, developers are turning to the physical world—tokenizing assets like gold, oil, and real estate to give digital currencies real backing and lasting value. In this article, we’ll explore the tokenization of real-world assets, and what it means for the blockchain industry.
Securing Your Digital Fortune Owning digital assets comes with great power — and great responsibility. Unlike traditional banks, which insure deposits, digital asset holders must protect their own funds. With cyberattacks on the rise, securing your digital wallet is critical. Fortunately, there are proven strategies to safeguard your holdings and prevent costly losses.
The rise of digital asset exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has been reshaping the investment landscape, offering institutional investors a new way to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies while mitigating the complexities of direct ownership. Steve Berryman, chief business officer of Bitwise Onchain Solutions, is at the forefront of this transformation. With a deep background in financial technology and blockchain infrastructure, Berryman shares his insights on the role of digital assets
Several House committees jointly released a discussion draft of a bill to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets. Notably, this proposed Act would clarify the jurisdictional boundaries between the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) and grant the CFTC exclusive jurisdiction under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) over most digital commodities transactions, including spot markets
Institutional Giants Are All In Major financial institutions are investing heavily in digital assets — and you should be paying attention. From BlackRock to Goldman Sachs, Wall Street is embracing digital assets as a legitimate part of modern portfolios. These firms see long-term value in blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and tokenized securities. If elite investors are placing bets, it’s time to consider whether you should too.
Crypto Exchange Independent Reserve revealed that as many as 6.5 million Australians have invested in digital currencies. According to the firm’s latest survey, digital asset ownership rates for baby boomers have increased fourfold over the last six years. The number of Australians aged above 65 years who owned crypto increased to 8.2 percent. Respondents with self-managed super funds but would like to invest in Bitcoin increased twice within the same period.
The bill covers the roles of both the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on digital assets oversight, seeking to resolve longstanding questions about which agency oversees which types of digital assets. “I am proud to introduce the bipartisan CLARITY Act with my colleagues,” Hill said in a May 29 statement. “Our bill brings long-overdue clarity to the digital asset ecosystem
Faster Payouts for the Global Workforce Digital assets are transforming how gig workers get paid — offering instant, secure, and borderless transactions. The rise of remote work has created a global gig economy, where freelancers, drivers, and content creators serve clients across continents. Yet traditional payment methods often delay earnings by days or even weeks. Digital assets solve this problem by enabling real-time, frictionless payouts — no matter where you are.
Most digital items, like a company's brand, can be assigned a value—monetary or intangible. Some digital items might only be valuable to the creator or one person, such as a family picture on your phone taken at a gathering. Others could be valuable to a much wider audience. In the past, digital assets such as data or scanned documents were owned and used by organizations to realize value. However, digital sssets
Nickel Digital Asset Management’s latest study highlights a strong wave of optimism among institutional investors regarding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new leadership of Mark Uyeda as acting SEC chair. The survey of 200 interviews, conducted by the London-based firm, reveals that 94% of surveyed institutional investors view this transition as a positive turning point for the digital assets industry.
Digital assets are bridging the gap — giving emerging markets access to tools once reserved for the wealthy. Over 1.7 billion adults remain unbanked globally, mostly in developing nations. Traditional banking infrastructure is often inaccessible due to cost, geography, or political instability. Digital assets offer a new path forward — one that empowers individuals with financial tools via just a smartphone and internet connection
Real-world asset tokenization company Digital Asset said Tuesday that it completed a pilot initiative to tokenize U.K. bonds (gilts), Eurobonds, and gold for financial transactions using the Canton Network protocol. Major securities settlement provider Euroclear, the World Gold Council and global law firm Clifford Chance also participated in the process, alongside with other banks, investors, custodians and a central securities depository, the press release said.
Digital assets are uniquely adept at cross-border transfers and are widely used to conceal illicit activities. Under President Biden, the U.S. Department of Justice actively pursued high-profile prosecutions against CEOs and other individuals working in virtual currency exchanges and intermediaries, like mixing and tumbling services, to deter such money laundering activities.
Safeguarding Value in a Digital Age Blockchain technology provides unmatched security for storing and transferring wealth — making digital assets a safe haven. Traditional banking systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, fraud, and mismanagement. Blockchain-based digital assets offer a more secure alternative, leveraging decentralized consensus and cryptographic encryption to protect user funds.
The cryptocurrency sector inches higher on Monday, supported by a 0.3% increase in the total market capitalization to $3.58 trillion over 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) reversed the trend upwards, reaching an intraday high of around $110,228 while exchanging hands at approximately $109,654 at the time of writing. Top altcoins, including Ethereum (BTC), Solana (SOL) and Cardano (ADA), portray bullish outlooks, possibly building upon potential capital rotation as Bitcoin dominance consolidates at 64%
North Carolina's House of Representatives passed a bill that would authorize the state to invest in digital assets, part of a push among states to adopt crypto. The measure now moves to the Senate for further debate. Dubbed the "Digital Assets Investment Act," HB92 was introduced on February 10 and passed its third reading in the House on Wednesday.
A Journey from One Coin to Millions of Possibilities What started with Bitcoin has evolved into a multi-trillion-dollar ecosystem spanning NFTs, DeFi, and Web3. Bitcoin’s whitepaper in 2009 introduced a new kind of money — one that was decentralized, scarce, and borderless. Over the years, the digital asset space has expanded dramatically, introducing innovations that extend far beyond currency. Today, digital assets power everything from collectibles to real estate, creating new opportun
Thailand’s Finance Minister, Pichai Chunhavajira, said that while some countries allow crypto payments via credit card-linked systems, it is not yet allowed in Thailand. He also revealed that the country’s government is considering permitting digital assets to be linked with certain services under strict regulation. The Deputy Prime Minister said the approach aims to streamline transactions for visitors, with vendors receiving payment in local currency as usual.
Tokenized deposits, a newer type of digital asset representing traditional deposits on a blockchain, are also gaining attention, particularly in commercial banking, as institutions seek more efficient and transparent ways to manage funds. This rise in various digital asset types - CBDCs, stablecoins, and tokenized deposits, highlights a growing shift in finance.
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