AI Startup CEO Predicts Open Agentic Commerce Will End Online Ads
In recent developments, merit Systems Founder Sam Ragsdale outlines a shift toward permissionless protocols that allow AI agents to conduct autonomous financial transactions. Merit Systems CEO Sam Ragsdale identifies a…
Fold Q4 revenue up, CEO sees Bitcoin rewards overtaking air miles
In recent developments, fold CEO Will Reeves said it is focused on scaling its 2026 product line after paying off two convertible debts, removing overhang and enabling it to focus…
Messari’s new CEO is doubling down on AI as firm cuts staff
In recent developments, messari announced layoffs and a leadership change as new CEO Diran Li signaled a deeper push into AI-powered research and data tools for institutional clients. Looking closer,…
CertiK keeps IPO on the table as valuation hits $2B, CEO says
In recent developments, speaking from Davos on Thursday, co-founder and CEO Ronghui Gu said a CertiK public listing would represent a significant advancement for companies involved in Web3. Looking closer,…
Ex-Binance CEO ‘talking with probably a dozen governments‘ about tokeniza…
In recent developments, former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao said at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he is advising several governments on tokenizing state assets. Looking closer, market participants…
‘Totally absurd’: Circle CEO rejects bank-run fears over stablecoin yields
In recent developments, at the World Economic Forum, Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire rejected claims that stablecoin yields could spark bank runs, pointing to money market funds and broader shifts in…
Former Alameda CEO to be released from US custody after 440 days
In recent developments, scheduled for release from a halfway house on Wednesday, former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison will have served 440 days in federal custody. Looking closer, market participants…
Ripple Says ‘We Are So Close’ as Senate Weighs Crypto Market Structure Fr…
In recent developments, ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse urged sustained, constructive engagement with Washington as crypto market structure talks stall, arguing the industry is close to regulatory clarity and should keep…
Adapt or die: Solana Labs CEO opposes Buterin’s approach to blockchain long…
In recent developments, solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko said Solana fees could fund AI-assisted development to write and improve Solana’s codebase in the future. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…
Coinbase CEO denies White House clash, says negotiations are ongoing
In recent developments, coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said the industry is working on several ideas to help community banks in the CLARITY market structure bill. Looking closer, market participants highlight…
