At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Swiss-based Moonberg unveiled QuantFi, a quantitative trading platform designed to democratize institutional-grade crypto data infrastructure. By providing a no-code interface and integration with AI systems, the platform aims to break down the technical barriers that have historically reserved sophisticated quantitative trading for well-resourced institutions. This launch represents a strategic move to position Moonberg as critical infrastructure as cryptocurrency markets evolve toward AI-native trading systems.
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0 in Finance and 2 in Crypto last weekTom Lee: Crypto Lags Fundamentals as Gold Draws Capital
Fundstrat Global Advisors’ Tom Lee argues that cryptocurrency prices are failing to reflect improving industry fundamentals, with a rally in precious metals like gold and silver diverting investor attention and capital. In an interview on CNBC’s Power Lunch, Lee stated the sector remains hampered by a major October deleveraging event while institutional sentiment toward blockchain technology has turned notably more positive at forums like the World Economic Forum in Davos.
about Tom Lee: Crypto Lags Fundamentals as Gold Draws CapitalCircle CEO: AI Agents Will Drive Billions in Stablecoin Payments by 2029
In a bold vision outlined at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire forecast a near-future where billions of autonomous AI agents conduct economic activity on behalf of users, fundamentally reshaping digital commerce. He argues this new paradigm of “agentic commerce” will require a monetary system that is stable, fast, and programmable—pointing directly to tokenized dollars like Circle’s USDC as the foundational layer. This prediction sets the stage for a rapid evolution in payments infrastructure, even as significant regulatory and technical hurdles remain.
about Circle CEO: AI Agents Will Drive Billions in Stablecoin Payments by 2029Coinbase CEO Defends Bitcoin’s Decentralized Design at Davos Forum
A pointed exchange at the World Economic Forum in Davos has crystallized the fundamental divide between traditional finance and cryptocurrency. When Banque de France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau asserted that central banks deserve greater public trust than Bitcoin, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong countered with a detailed defense of Bitcoin’s core architecture, framing it not as a challenger but as a structural alternative to state-controlled monetary systems.
about Coinbase CEO Defends Bitcoin's Decentralized Design at Davos ForumTrump’s Greenland Push & Market Impact: Davos Insights
President Trump’s unexpected push to acquire Greenland from Denmark has introduced a fresh geopolitical variable into financial markets, creating ripples of uncertainty among investors and business leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The move, which Trump publicly advocated for during the forum, shifts focus from traditional trade tensions to unconventional territorial ambitions, prompting immediate analysis from top financial strategists on Bloomberg Open Interest and reactions from major financial institutions like Citadel.
about Trump's Greenland Push & Market Impact: Davos InsightsXYO’s Data-Native L1: DePIN’s Answer to AI’s Trust Crisis
Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) are rapidly evolving from conceptual experiments into foundational infrastructure for the AI era, according to XYO co-founder Markus Levin. In a recent interview, Levin outlined an ambitious vision where verifiable data provenance becomes the critical bottleneck for artificial intelligence, positioning XYO’s purpose-built Layer-1 blockchain as a solution to the growing crisis of trust in digital information. With the network already boasting over 10 million nodes and securing real-world partnerships, Levin’s framework suggests the competitive frontier is shifting from computational power to trustworthy data pipelines anchored in physical reality.
about XYO's Data-Native L1: DePIN's Answer to AI's Trust CrisisTrump: US in Trade War with China, Tariffs Essential
President Trump has explicitly characterized the escalating trade conflict between the United States and China as a full-blown trade war, asserting that tariffs are essential to prevent the country from being perceived as weak. Economic analysts interpret recent tariff escalations from both nations as tactical maneuvers to strengthen negotiating positions ahead of an anticipated bilateral summit in South Korea. This development occurs against a broader backdrop of economic nationalism, with World Economic Forum Managing Director Maroun Kairouz observing that multiple countries are increasingly adopting inward-looking economic policies, signaling potential long-term shifts in global trade dynamics.
about Trump: US in Trade War with China, Tariffs EssentialXRP Ledger Powers $1B Debt Tokenization Fund
The XRP Ledger has achieved a significant milestone with Aurum Equity Partners launching the world’s first combined private equity and tokenized debt fund valued at $1 billion on the XRPL. This initiative, highlighted in a World Economic Forum report, utilizes Zoniqx’s tokenization technology combined with XRPL’s speed and security to create a more liquid and accessible debt market. The development is being hailed as a reconstruction of market architecture that could potentially address larger national debt challenges through blockchain technology. Analysts suggest this positions XRPL as the backbone of a new financial system, with some projecting substantial price appreciation for XRP as tokenized markets expand into trillions of dollars.
about XRP Ledger Powers $1B Debt Tokenization FundDBS Tokenizes Crypto Notes on Ethereum for Investors
DBS Bank has announced the tokenization of crypto-linked structured notes on the Ethereum blockchain, partnering with digital platforms ADDX, DigiFT, and HydraX for distribution. These notes combine debt securities with derivatives to give investors exposure to cryptocurrency price movements while mitigating downside risks through structured payouts. The bank emphasizes that tokenization enhances fungibility and tradability of such assets. This initiative follows similar moves by BlackRock, Bank of America, and Citi, reflecting growing institutional interest in digital assets. The World Economic Forum recently highlighted tokenization’s potential to transform financial markets, though noting the need for coordinated regulation and interoperability standards.
about DBS Tokenizes Crypto Notes on Ethereum for InvestorsBlackRock CEO Larry Fink Named WEF Interim Co-Chair
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has named BlackRock CEO Larry Fink as interim co-chair amid a governance overhaul. Fink’s appointment could bridge traditional finance and digital assets, given BlackRock’s influence in ESG investing and its landmark Bitcoin ETF approval. The move follows an internal review exonerating WEF founder Klaus Schwab, with Fink and Roche’s André Hoffmann tasked with restoring confidence and steering the Forum through global economic and climate challenges. Fink’s role may push crypto integration into elite policy circles, further legitimizing Bitcoin and blockchain solutions in mainstream finance.
about BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Named WEF Interim Co-ChairRipple & Eastnets: A Strategic Fintech Partnership
Ripple’s strategic partnership with Eastnets, a leading financial compliance and payment solutions provider, significantly expands its reach into global financial infrastructure. By integrating Ripple’s distributed ledger technology (DLT) into Eastnets’ PaymentSafe platform, Ripple gains access to over 800 financial institutions, including central banks and major financial entities. The collaboration also connects Ripple to key policy discussions through Eastnets’ involvement with the World Economic Forum and INATBA, enhancing its regulatory influence. This move strengthens Ripple’s position alongside traditional payment systems like SWIFT and ISO 20022, making its blockchain solutions more appealing to institutional players. Analysts suggest this partnership is underrated, given Eastnets’ deep penetration in the financial ecosystem.
about Ripple & Eastnets: A Strategic Fintech PartnershipIOTA’s TWIN Initiative to Modernize $33T Global Trade
IOTA’s TWIN initiative is transforming the $33 trillion global trade industry by digitizing and automating outdated, paper-heavy processes. Developed in partnership with the World Economic Forum, the project introduces decentralized blockchain infrastructure to reduce inefficiencies, cut costs by 25%, and speed up trade document processing—demonstrated by reducing Kenya-UK trade times from weeks to minutes. With upcoming integration into the IOTA mainnet in H2 2025, TWIN aims to unlock $10 trillion in economic value while addressing emissions, waste, and corruption in global trade. The initiative has gained international recognition at forums like the UAE TradeTech Forum, positioning IOTA as a leader in real-world blockchain applications.
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