The article critiques the outdated infrastructure of traditional finance, highlighting how systems still operate under analog principles, causing inefficiencies like delayed settlements. It contrasts this with the rising influence of cryptocurrency and the evolving attitudes towards regulation in the sector.

Major U.S. banks, including JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America, are exploring the possibility of issuing a joint stablecoin to compete with the growing cryptocurrency market. These discussions are in the early stages and hinge on regulatory developments and market demand for such digital assets.

The Federal Reserve has decided to close a program established two years ago to monitor banks' crypto activities, citing improved oversight capabilities. The central bank will now incorporate these monitoring tasks into its regular supervisory functions following lessons learned from the collapses of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank in 2023.

SoFi CEO Anthony Noto announced plans to reintroduce cryptocurrency investing by the end of the year, following a shift in regulatory guidelines under the Trump administration. The fintech company aims to integrate crypto capabilities across its product offerings and expand into various digital finance areas, citing a favorable regulatory environment for banks engaging in crypto activities.