Coinbase Takes Aim at Wall Street: Files to Bring Crypto’s Favorite Trading Instrument to Traditional U.S. Equities

In a move that could permanently blur the lines between traditional finance and the high-octane world of cryptocurrency trading, Coinbase has officially filed to introduce single-stock perpetual futures to the United States market. Submitted through Coinbase Derivatives and currently pending review by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), the application seeks approval to list a…

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FinTech Pioneer Avant Sets Its Sights on Traditional Banking: Files for National Bank Charter

By Financial Markets News Desk Published: September 18, 2026 Main Facts: The Proposed Launch of Avant Bank, N.A. In a landmark strategic pivot signaling the ongoing maturation of the financial technology sector, digital lending and credit pioneer Avant formally announced on Friday, September 18, 2026, that it has submitted regulatory applications to establish a new…

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