Today’s Insider ⬇️
Startup Funding: eToro leads $12.5 million round in onchain perps exchange Extended
Tokenized Stocks: Bitget Becomes First Major Crypto Exchange to Offer US Stock Options
Digital Ruble: Russia on track for digital ruble rollout on Sept. 1: Central bank governor
Market Update
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Gold | $4,175 | +1.52% | +23.18% |
1. eToro leads $12.5 Million Round in Onchain Perps Exchange Extended
Startup funding: eToro leads a $12.5M round in onchain perps exchange Extended, tying the investment to a partnership with Zengo, the self-custody wallet it acquired earlier this year.
🔎 Insider Insight: The deal signals eToro's deliberate push to bridge its traditional brokerage infrastructure with onchain trading, using Zengo as the connective tissue between custodial and decentralized environments. With crypto profits down to $13M in Q1 2026 from $46M a year earlier, eToro appears to be investing in next-gen infrastructure to rebuild its digital asset revenue base.
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BlockchainFX Attracts Massive Attention as it Nears $15M Presale Target
BlockchainFX (BFX) is transforming global trading by merging traditional financial markets with decentralized technology. The platform provides seamless access to multiple asset classes, including cryptocurrencies, stocks, forex, and commodities, all within a single, unified ecosystem.
Meanwhile, with transparency and security at its core, BlockchainFX delivers faster transactions, lower fees, and improved accessibility. Its user-friendly interface and all-in-one design have earned it several innovation awards, making it a trusted solution for both institutional and retail investors.
By combining advanced technology with simplicity, BlockchainFX is redefining the trading experience for both experienced and beginner traders. As demand for secure and versatile trading platforms grows, BlockchainFX continues to gain recognition and interest from a global audience.
💡 Pro Tip: Having raised over $14 million in presale funding, BlockchainFX is proving its strong market appeal. At a presale price of $0.035, compared to the $0.05 launch price, $BFX offers an attractive entry point for early investors. With its focus on accessibility, innovation, and value, BlockchainFX positions itself as a compelling solution in the trading world, ensuring it’s more than just another token; it’s a practical tool for modern traders.
2. Bitget Becomes First Major Crypto Exchange to Offer US Stock Options
Tokenized stocks: Bitget launches US stock options trading, becoming the first major crypto exchange to offer listed equity options alongside tokenized stocks, pre-IPO access, and crypto markets.
🔎 Insider Insight: The move accelerates Bitget's convergence strategy, positioning it as a universal trading venue rather than a purely crypto-native exchange — a model rivals like Binance and OKX have yet to fully replicate. Whether crypto-native users will meaningfully adopt equity options, and whether regulators keep pace, will determine if this first-mover advantage holds.
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3. Russia on Track for Digital Ruble Rollout on Sept. 1
Digital ruble: Russia's central bank governor confirmed the digital ruble is on track for a September 1 launch, with the CBDC initially available to financial and credit institutions and a full transition period running to July 2027.
🔎 Insider Insight: Russia's CBDC push is as much a sanctions-evasion strategy as a monetary modernization effort, though analysts warn its aging energy grid and semiconductor dependency on China create structural risks. The contrast with the U.S., where a four-year CBDC ban may soon become law, highlights a deepening global divergence in digital currency policy.
That’s all for today’s insight. Stay informed, and we’ll see you in tomorrow’s edition.
Till next time,
3Insiders Team
