Here’s what happened in crypto today
by Cointelegraph by Cointelegraph on October 29, 2025 at 10:51 pm
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Mastercard in talks to acquire zerohash for nearly $2B: Report
by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on October 29, 2025 at 10:26 pm
The potential acquisition would mark one of Mastercard’s largest crypto bets yet, expanding its stablecoin and tokenization infrastructure amid growing competition.
Securitize, BNY Mellon launch tokenized fund backed by structured credit
by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on October 29, 2025 at 10:18 pm
Securitize and BNY Mellon are bringing AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations onchain, with Grove planning a $100M anchor as institutional demand for tokenized assets grows.
Pro-crypto org backs Andrew Cuomo for NYC mayor as election approaches
by Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on October 29, 2025 at 10:00 pm
With less than a week until New Yorkers choose their next mayor, a political organization promoting digital assets has endorsed and spent funds supporting Andrew Cuomo.
US prosecutors object to crypto policy arguments amid MEV bot trial
by Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on October 29, 2025 at 9:32 pm
As the trial of Anton and James Peraire-Bueno entered its 11th day, a judge may soon decide whether Coin Center can weigh in on the case through an amicus brief.