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Vaibhavv Ali

Vaibhavv Ali is the founder and editor of Cryptonite (cryptonite.ae), an independent digital-asset news and analysis publication with a UAE focus. He covers virtual-asset regulation — VARA, ADGM and the UAE Central Bank — alongside real-world-asset tokenization, stablecoins and agentic AI in finance. Every Cryptonite article is human-edited and its sources are linked. He is also a celebrated speaker and host.

BlackRock’s $500M Move to Polygon: A Tokenized Finance Game Changer

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BlackRock’s tokenized fund, BUIDL, has deposited approximately $500 million onto the Polygon network, a major move confirmed by the Polygon CEO. This substantial transaction signals a significant deepening of institutional engagement with blockchain technology, highlighting growing confidence in Polygon’s infrastructure for finance. This $500 million infusion directly impacts the Polygon ecosystem by increasing the Total … Read more

Inflation Data Drop: Why Crypto Volatility is Heating Up

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The crypto market is finally set to receive a key piece of economic data with the release of September’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), following a prolonged U.S. government shutdown. This inflation figure, due for release at 12:30 UTC on Friday, could inject some volatility into the market, with ether (ETH) potentially seeing larger price swings … Read more

Coinbase Lists aPriori (APR) and Meteora (MET) Amidst Scrutiny for MET

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Coinbase, a major US cryptocurrency exchange, has expanded its offerings by adding trading support for two new altcoins, aPriori (APR) and Meteora (MET), starting on October 23. The tokens are now available across Coinbase’s various platforms, including Coinbase.com, the mobile app, and Coinbase Advanced, with institutional access via Coinbase Exchange, subject to usual regional trading … Read more

Pi Coin’s Price Rebound Hinge on Meme Coin Sentiment, Despite Recent Slip

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Pi Coin has recently seen its price slide, dropping 1% in the last 24 hours, 4.9% over the week, and nearly 26% this month. The token has been trading sideways, yet large investors appear to be holding their positions and waiting for a clear market signal. Surprisingly, that signal may come from the meme coin … Read more

Revolut Secures MiCA License in Cyprus, Unleashing “Crypto 2.0” Across Europe

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Fintech giant Revolut has received a crucial Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). This strategic regulatory approval paves the way for the company to launch its enhanced “Crypto 2.0” services across 30 countries in the European Economic Area (EEA). This move significantly boosts Revolut’s position in the European … Read more

Blockstream Capital Partners Acquires Switzerland’s Berglinde AG for European Bitcoin Expansion

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Blockstream Capital Partners (BCP), an investment group led by Bitcoin veterans, has announced its planned acquisition of Berglinde AG, a financial services company based in Switzerland that specializes in Bitcoin-backed loans and institutional solutions. This acquisition is a key move in BCP’s strategy to expand its reach across Europe’s financial centers. By integrating Berglinde—which is … Read more

WazirX Relaunches in India with Zero Fees After $230M Hack

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WazirX, a major cryptocurrency exchange in India, is set to resume operations on October 24. The exchange is launching with zero transaction fees as part of a court-approved restructuring, following a year-long closure after a significant $230 million hack. This relaunch is a critical move to restore confidence and stability within India’s crypto market. The … Read more

T. Rowe Price Joins Crypto ETF Race with Active Management Goal

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T. Rowe Price has filed an S-1 application with the U.S. SEC for its inaugural cryptocurrency ETF. The fund will be actively managed, aiming to beat the performance of the FTSE Crypto US Listed Index. This move is significant, highlighting the increasing acceptance of digital assets by established financial firms. If approved, the ETF would … Read more

Spot Bitcoin ETF Outflows Threaten to Break $107K Support, Signaling Institutional Dip-Buying Absence

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Bitcoin is facing a critical moment, with its price at risk of breaching a crucial support level due to a recent surge in net outflows from US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs. According to analysts at Bitfinex, the key price range of $107,000 to $108,000 is becoming difficult to defend as support because of the “lack of … Read more

Stablecoins Emerge as a Global Financial Pillar, Rivaling Traditional Payment Networks

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A recent Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) State of Crypto 2025 report highlights the dramatic rise of stablecoins, positioning them as a mature and essential component of global finance. These digital tokens, pegged mostly to the US dollar, have evolved from niche crypto trading tools into a major global payment network. Key Metrics and Growth Massive Transaction … Read more

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