Major League Soccer Names Polymarket Official Prediction Market Partner
Major League Soccer (MLS) and its commercial arm, Soccer United Marketing, have named Polymarket as their official and exclusive prediction market partner.
The multi-year deal covers major events including the MLS Cup, All-Star Game, and Leagues Cup, focusing on digital “second-screen” fan engagement.
The partnership includes integrity safeguards, allowing the league to oversee which markets are offered and requiring independent mon…
BlackRock Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF to Generate Yield via Covered Calls
BlackRock filed an S-1 with the SEC for the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF on Jan. 23, 2026.
The fund will employ a covered-call strategy, selling options on its spot Bitcoin holdings to generate monthly income.
The strategy aims for annual yields of 8-12%, though it typically caps potential upside during bull markets.
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is looking to expand its digital asset suite with a new product designed…
85% of Institutions Testing or Using Distributed Validators, Obol Survey Finds
Obol’s 2025 survey reveals 85% of institutions are testing or already using Distributed Validators (DVs).
The data comes from over 75 major institutions, many managing billions in assets.
Distributed Validators split duties across nodes to enhance resilience and reduce slashing risks.
Obol’s DVs now secure billions in ETH stake, recently exceeding 700,000 ETH.
Institutional adoption of Ethereum staking infrastructure is accelerating, with 85…