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Robinhood’s new Ethereum Layer 2 testnet processed four million transactions in its first week. The Arbitrum-based chain is designed to power tokenized equities, ETFs, and other real-world assets. CEO Tenev Bets Big on Tokenized Finance as Testnet Gains Early Traction Robinhood’s push into blockchain infrastructure is off to a fast start. CEO Vlad Tenev said … Read more
Robinhood has launched a public testnet for its Ethereum layer-2 network, inviting developers and institutions to experiment with tokenized assets. Ethereum L2 Testnet to Expand DeFi Push for Robinhood Robinhood is taking its blockchain ambitions a step further. The retail brokerage announced that Robinhood Chain, its Ethereum layer-2 network, has entered a public testnet phase. … Read more
Robinhood posted Q4 revenue of $1.28 billion, up 27% year‑over‑year but shy of Wall Street’s $1.34 billion forecast. Net income fell 34% to $605 million, largely due to a tax provision versus last year’s tax credit. Mixed Results in Q4 Despite Robust Revenue Growth Robinhood Markets Inc. reported a 27% increase in fourth-quarter revenue, reaching … Read more
Talos raises an additional $45 million in a Series B extension, bringing total Series B to $150 million at a roughly $1.5 billion post‑money valuation. Talos announced a $45 million extension to its Series B, adding strategic investors Robinhood Markets, Sony Innovation Fund, IMC, QCP and Karatage alongside returning backers A16z Crypto, BNY and Fidelity … Read more
A powerful coalition of top crypto and fintech platforms is moving to lock in federal oversight for prediction markets, aiming to block state-level crackdowns while protecting access to a fast-growing market reshaping polling, trading, and civic insight. Crypto and Fintech Giants Unite to Defend Federal Control of Prediction Markets Major financial and crypto platforms have … Read more
Robinhood signaled a sweeping 2026 crypto expansion, showcasing accelerating platform growth, wider U.S. and European access, and new products capped by a Layer 2 network aimed at propelling the company deeper into global tokenization and advanced digital-asset trading. Robinhood Unveils Expansive Crypto Roadmap Robinhood Markets (Nasdaq: HOOD), a U.S.-based financial services company, shared an extensive … Read more
Robinhood moves to expand its global footprint with plans to enter Indonesia’s fast-growing trading market, signaling a major push to bring its equities and crypto platform to millions of new investors. Robinhood Targets Indonesia’s Rapidly Expanding Investor Base A growing focus on global market access emerged as Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOOD) said on Dec. … Read more
Connecticut moved to block several major platforms after officials said they offered unlicensed sports wagering, signaling escalating scrutiny of online gambling services that allegedly sidestep state rules and expose residents to significant consumer risks. Connecticut Orders Unlicensed Gambling Platforms to Stop Operations Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Division issued on Dec. 3 cease … Read more
MIAX to retain 10% ownership in derivatives exchange while Robinhood and Susquehanna acquire 90% stake in strategic market expansion move. Miami International Holdings (MIAX) has announced the sale of a 90% equity stake in MIAXdx, its derivatives exchange subsidiary formerly known as LedgerX, to Robinhood Markets and Susquehanna International Group. The transaction, set to close … Read more
The Ethereum-based decentralized finance (DeFi) platform went live in October after initially raising $21 million in a previous round led by Haun Ventures. Lighter Becomes Crypto’s Latest Unicorn After $68M Round Lighter, the new kid on the block competing against perpetual futures giant Hyperliquid, announced a $68 million round on Tuesday, led by Peter Thiel’s … Read more