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Raise is an innovative gift card crypto platform dedicated to revolutionizing the consumer shopping experience and enhancing the way they interact with brands. Consumers buy gift cards from participating retailers, and the money is deposited with Raise, which then uses stablecoins, or cryptocurrency pegged to the U.S. dollar, to put that money in escrow for a retailer. Once a customer uses the gift card, Raise sends money from the escrow account to the retailer by ACH or stablecoin.
DIG Ventures Phase III Fund Completes $120 Million Raise, Will Focus on Investing in AI Infrastructure
According to Tech.eu, venture capital giant DIG Ventures has announced that its third fund has raised $120 million. Backed by Horsley Bridge, Sofina, Granite, and an endowment fund from a top U.S. university among other institutions, the fund will invest in AI-native enterprise software and cloud infrastructure startups at the Pre-seed and seed stages. Its investment focus covers infrastructure areas supporting AI-native enterprise software development, such as data, identity authentication, compliance, and orchestration. The fund plans to lead most investment rounds and has already begun deploying capital.
Kalshi in Talks to Raise $1 Billion at $40 Billion Valuation, with Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management Expected to Lead
Odaily News: Prediction market operator Kalshi is in negotiations for a $1 billion funding round at a target valuation of $40 billion. Existing investors Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management are in discussions to lead the round, with Tiger Global and Dragoneer Investment Group also participating in talks.The funding round has not yet been finalized, and the final list of investors and closing date have not been disclosed. Kalshi raised $300 million at a $5 billion valuation in October 2025, and completed a $1 billion funding round at a $22 billion valuation in May 2026.The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Kalshi on September 25 in lawsuits involving Ohio and Tennessee, allowing the two states to regulate its sports contracts under gambling laws. Kalshi argues that its products are regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. (Bitcoin.com News)
Blockchain.com Plans to Raise $500 Million via IPO at Up to $6 Billion Valuation
Odaily News: Cryptocurrency exchange and wallet service provider Blockchain.com plans to raise approximately $500 million this year through an initial public offering (IPO), targeting a valuation of $4 billion to $6 billion, and may scale back the offering size if necessary to complete the listing.Blockchain.com reached a $14 billion valuation in 2022 and confidentially filed IPO registration documents with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in May of this year. Recently listed Gemini, BitGo, and eToro have seen their share prices drop approximately 50% to 80% from post-listing highs. (Cointelegraph)
Michael Saylor: Calls for Using Digital Tokens to Help 10 Million New Companies Raise Capital
Michael Saylor stated that as AI changes how businesses are built, digital tokens can help 10 million new companies raise capital and reduce fundraising costs and delays. He advocates simplifying issuance rules while preserving disclosure and anti-fraud protections.Michael Saylor is the Executive Chairman of Bitcoin treasury company Strategy Inc. He proposed that companies could issue tokens with rules tailored to the type of issuance, and set disclosure requirements matched to risk, thereby reducing legal costs while preserving ownership protections and fraud accountability.The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has separately proposed cryptocurrency issuance exemptions, one of which would allow eligible issuers to raise up to $5 million within four years, and another that would allow up to $75 million every 12 months; both remain proposals and come with disclosure and anti-fraud requirements. (Bitcoin.com News)
SoftBank Plans to Raise Another $10-20 Billion via Bond Issuance Next Week, Boosting AI Financing Firepower
Odaily News: SoftBank Group is finalizing nearly $21 billion in potential new borrowing this week to expand its AI-sector financing capacity. People familiar with the matter said SoftBank has increased the size of a margin loan backed by shares of its chip subsidiary Arm Holdings by $5 billion to $25 billion, and added $450 million to an existing credit facility, bringing the total to $6.5 billion. In addition, SoftBank plans to raise another $10 billion to $20 billion next week through another mega bond deal. (Bloomberg)
CleanSpark Plans to Raise $2.227 Billion Through Senior Secured Notes Due 2031
Odaily News: Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company and data center developer CleanSpark has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, CSDC Finance I, plans to raise $2.227 billion through a private placement of senior secured notes due 2031. The proceeds will primarily be used to complete the construction of its Sandersville data center in Texas, reimburse the company for a portion of the equity funds previously invested in the facility, and establish a debt service reserve. However, the offering remains subject to market and other conditions, and there is no guarantee that it will be completed or what the final terms will be.
Logan: Fed Should Raise Rates by At Least 50 Basis Points
Dallas Fed President Logan stated that the Federal Reserve's policy stance has drifted off track, recommending rate hikes of at least 50 basis points to combat inflation. Logan noted that several more rate increases are necessary to offset last fall's rate cuts, emphasizing that the moderately restrictive interest rate level remains uncertain.
DIG Ventures Phase III Fund Completes $120 Million Raise, Will Focus on Investing in AI Infrastructure
According to Tech.eu, venture capital giant DIG Ventures has announced that its third fund has raised $120 million. Backed by Horsley Bridge, Sofina, Granite, and an endowment fund from a top U.S. university among other institutions, the fund will invest in AI-native enterprise software and cloud infrastructure startups at the Pre-seed and seed stages. Its investment focus covers infrastructure areas supporting AI-native enterprise software development, such as data, identity authentication, compliance, and orchestration. The fund plans to lead most investment rounds and has already begun deploying capital.
Kalshi in Talks to Raise $1 Billion at $40 Billion Valuation, with Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management Expected to Lead
Odaily News: Prediction market operator Kalshi is in negotiations for a $1 billion funding round at a target valuation of $40 billion. Existing investors Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management are in discussions to lead the round, with Tiger Global and Dragoneer Investment Group also participating in talks.The funding round has not yet been finalized, and the final list of investors and closing date have not been disclosed. Kalshi raised $300 million at a $5 billion valuation in October 2025, and completed a $1 billion funding round at a $22 billion valuation in May 2026.The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Kalshi on September 25 in lawsuits involving Ohio and Tennessee, allowing the two states to regulate its sports contracts under gambling laws. Kalshi argues that its products are regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. (Bitcoin.com News)
Fed's Williams Says Could Raise Rates Once More This Year If Economy Meets Expectations
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams stated that if U.S. macroeconomic and employment data continue to meet expectations, the Federal Reserve may implement another rate hike this year. The remark clarifies the potential direction of tighter monetary policy for the remainder of the year.
Goldman Sachs: FOMC Hikes Rates by 25 Basis Points to 3.75%-4.00%, Could Raise Rates Once More This Year
According to Chaowang Research, Goldman Sachs' research report dated September 16, 2026, indicates that the Federal Reserve will raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00%, marking its first rate hike since July 2023 and passing unanimously. The dot plot median indicates another rate hike in 2026, unchanged policy in 2027, and an increase in the long-run federal funds rate expectation from 3.06% to 3.25%. The SEP raises the 2026 core PCE inflation forecast to 3.4% and the overall PCE to 3.7%.
Alkemya Metacore Plans to Raise $50 Million Through Tokenization to Advance Tokenized Nickel Trading Business
Odaily News: Alkemya Metacore is preparing to issue a new security, ALKN, linked to its inventory of high-purity nickel wire, with plans to raise $50 million through tokenization. The related inventory is valued at $1.6 billion, approximately 7 million meters, and is currently stored in Switzerland. The nickel wire is primarily used in semiconductors, aerospace, and defense sectors. The raised funds will be used to support its operating subsidiary, Green Transitional Metals, in the research, development, and commercialization of nickel products in areas such as electromagnetic shielding, aerospace and defense, semiconductors, power industry systems, green hydrogen, and precious metal recycling. Bitfinex Securities will facilitate the listing of ALKN, with the initial subscription for qualified investors open until October 15. This product is described as one of the world's first tokenized nickel products and the first tokenized commodity issuance under El Salvador's digital asset regulatory framework.
Saylor Denies Strategy Sold Bitcoin to Raise Capital
Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) CEO Michael Saylor denied reports that the company sold Bitcoin due to financing pressures, clarifying instead that it maintains ample cash reserves and continues to steadily increase its holdings.
Analyst: Strategy May Need to Sell About 20,600 BTC to Raise Up to $1.25 Billion
On-chain analyst Ember posted on X platform, stating that Strategy currently has $2.55 billion in dollar reserves, which can support interest payments for one and a half years. Strategy may sell some BTC at any time soon, raising up to $1.25 billion to replenish dollar reserves, which equates to approximately 20,600 BTC at current prices. Strategy may also conduct share buybacks of up to $1 billion.
ZachXBT: AscendEX Withdrawal Delays Raise Concerns Over On-Chain Reserves and Liquidity Stress
ZachXBT issued a community alert on X, warning that the centralized exchange AscendEX (formerly Bitmax) has recently been reported to experience delays in processing user withdrawals—some withdrawal requests may take several days or even weeks. ZachXBT noted that ETH, USDT, SOL, and other major high-market-cap assets are held in relatively low amounts within known hot wallets flagged by Arkham and TRM, potentially indicating liquidity pressure facing the platform.
Bubblemaps: LAB Large Holders Locked Until 2027 May Raise Liquidity Concerns
on-chain data platform Bubblemaps has released an analysis of the LAB token on-chain data on X platform. Only 313 participants joined the presale on the Legion platform, with a total initial investment of approximately $1.428 million. The current market value of these presale holdings has surged to $977 million, with investors collectively enjoying an unrealized gain approaching $1 billion. Due to unlock restrictions, the full lock-up period for investors' shares extends to 2027, making it difficult to liquidate funds. The first batch of token unlocks will occur on July 14. Bubblemaps warns that the economic model featuring highly concentrated LAB holdings combined with long-term lock-up poses significant liquidity risks. There is widespread market concern that after subsequent rounds of unlocks, large-scale profit-taking by major holders could put downward pressure on the market.
DIG Ventures Phase III Fund Completes $120 Million Raise, Will Focus on Investing in AI Infrastructure
According to Tech.eu, venture capital giant DIG Ventures has announced that its third fund has raised $120 million. Backed by Horsley Bridge, Sofina, Granite, and an endowment fund from a top U.S. university among other institutions, the fund will invest in AI-native enterprise software and cloud infrastructure startups at the Pre-seed and seed stages. Its investment focus covers infrastructure areas supporting AI-native enterprise software development, such as data, identity authentication, compliance, and orchestration. The fund plans to lead most investment rounds and has already begun deploying capital.
The Smarter Web Company Plans to Launch the UK's First Bitcoin-Backed Preferred Shares, IPO Could Raise $20 Million to $34 Million
Odaily News: The Smarter Web Company has announced plans to launch the UK's first Bitcoin-backed preferred shares, subject to shareholder approval. The company expects to raise $20 million to $34 million through a potential IPO, to be used for increasing its Bitcoin holdings and acquiring cash-flow-generating operating businesses.
Alkemya Metacore Plans to Raise $50 Million Through Tokenization to Advance Tokenized Nickel Trading Business
Odaily News: Alkemya Metacore is preparing to issue a new security, ALKN, linked to its inventory of high-purity nickel wire, with plans to raise $50 million through tokenization. The related inventory is valued at $1.6 billion, approximately 7 million meters, and is currently stored in Switzerland. The nickel wire is primarily used in semiconductors, aerospace, and defense sectors. The raised funds will be used to support its operating subsidiary, Green Transitional Metals, in the research, development, and commercialization of nickel products in areas such as electromagnetic shielding, aerospace and defense, semiconductors, power industry systems, green hydrogen, and precious metal recycling. Bitfinex Securities will facilitate the listing of ALKN, with the initial subscription for qualified investors open until October 15. This product is described as one of the world's first tokenized nickel products and the first tokenized commodity issuance under El Salvador's digital asset regulatory framework.
Erebor Bank Plans $1.5B Raise at $9.5B Valuation
Odaily News: Crypto-friendly bank Erebor Bank is in talks to raise $1.5 billion at a target valuation of $9.5 billion. The funds will be used to meet the 12% mandatory leverage ratio requirement and support loan business expansion, including a $200 million credit facility to Valar Atomics. Erebor Bank's total deposits grew from $1.1 billion in March to $4.6 billion in July, with customer growth primarily coming from the crypto, AI, and defense sectors. (CoinDesk)
Ethereum Institutional Completes Seed Funding Raise, Led by BitMine, SharpLink, and Ethereum Co-Founders
以太坊机构（Ethereum Institutional）宣布完成初始生态系统融资轮，获得逾 100 位生态参与者支持，锚定投资方包括 BitMNR、Sharplink 及以太坊联合创始人 Joseph Lubin、Mihai Alisie，参与者涵盖加密原生机构及个人投资者。 后续，该组织将加速与银行、资产管理公司、托管机构、金融科技及主权机构的直接接触，并联合 L2、应用团队、基础设施及托管服务商等推进以太坊机构化进程。目前该组织已开放招聘。
Bloomberg: Robotics Startup Genesis AI in Talks to Raise Approximately $500 Million
according to sources familiar with the matter, AI robotics startup Genesis AI is in talks with investors for a new funding round, planning to raise approximately $500 million, corresponding to a pre-money valuation of around $3 billion. Existing investor Premji Invest is in discussions to lead the round, while HSG (formerly Sequoia China) and Northzone Ventures are also discussing additional investments.In June this year, Genesis AI launched an AI industrial robot named Eno. The company stated that Eno is capable of reasoning "beyond predefined tasks" and adapting based on different outcomes. (Bloomberg)
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DIG Ventures Phase III Fund Completes $120 Million Raise, Will Focus on Investing in AI Infrastructure
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Kalshi in Talks to Raise $1 Billion at $40 Billion Valuation, with Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management Expected to Lead
Odaily News: Prediction market operator Kalshi is in negotiations for a $1 billion funding round at a target valuation of $40 billion. Existing investors Sequoia Capital and Wellington Management are in discussions to lead the round, with Tiger Global and Dragoneer Investment Group also participating in talks.The funding round has not yet been finalized, and the final list of investors and closing date have not been disclosed. Kalshi raised $300 million at a $5 billion valuation in October 2025, and completed a $1 billion funding round at a $22 billion valuation in May 2026.The U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Kalshi on September 25 in lawsuits involving Ohio and Tennessee, allowing the two states to regulate its sports contracts under gambling laws. Kalshi argues that its products are regulated by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. (Bitcoin.com News)
Fed's Williams: May Raise Rates Once More This Year, But No Need to Rush
New York Fed President Williams stated that if the economy meets expectations, further interest rate hikes may be needed by year-end to bring inflation back to the 2% target, but emphasized that any decision will depend on incoming data, and projected U.S. inflation for the year to be around 3.5%.
Fed's Williams Says Could Raise Rates Once More This Year If Economy Meets Expectations
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams stated that if U.S. macroeconomic and employment data continue to meet expectations, the Federal Reserve may implement another rate hike this year. The remark clarifies the potential direction of tighter monetary policy for the remainder of the year.