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NYSE Parent Company ICE Invests $25B in Crypto Exchange OKX, Boosting Token and Stock Plans
NYSE parent company ICE invests in crypto exchange OKX, raising its valuation to $25 billion. This strategic move aims to launch tokenized stocks and new crypto derivatives by 2026, signaling a major push into blockchain-based finance.

Polymarket Launches New Stablecoin and Complete Platform Overhaul for US Market
Polymarket introduces Polymarket USD, a stablecoin backed 1:1 by USDC, along with a major system overhaul, as it prepares for U.S. market expansion. This move aims to boost trading speed, liquidity, and operational control, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy.

ICE invests another $600 million in Polymarket, deepening ties and control
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) has invested an additional $600 million in Polymarket, reinforcing its stake and expanding its role in the platform's development. This move is part of ICE's wider strategy to deepen its involvement in digital markets and blockchain-based data solutions.