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ServiceNow has announced its acquisition of cybersecurity startup Armis for $7.75 billion, as confirmed by President and COO Amit Zavery during an interview on Bloomberg. This deal marks a significant investment in enhancing ServiceNow's cybersecurity capabilities.

JPMorgan is exploring the possibility of offering cryptocurrency trading services to its institutional clients as part of a broader trend among major banks to engage with the cryptocurrency market. The bank's markets division is evaluating potential products and services, which may include both spot and derivatives trading, according to an anonymous source familiar with the plans.

Edward Woodford, CEO of zerohash, emphasized the anticipated surge in account-to-account movements during his appearance on Bloomberg Crypto, highlighting the increasing adoption of stablecoins and digital assets by banks and institutions in the U.S. The company, founded in 2017, has already processed over $65 billion in transactions, showcasing its significant role in the evolving crypto infrastructure landscape.

Nvidia's largest buyer in Southeast Asia, Megaspeed, is currently under investigation for potential chip smuggling, as authorities scrutinize the importation of significantly more chips than Nvidia's records indicate. This probe raises concerns about the legality of Megaspeed's operations and its impact on Nvidia's reputation.

Strive CEO Matt Cole discussed the recent decline in digital asset treasury (DAT) stocks during an appearance on Bloomberg Crypto, highlighting the rapid growth of DATs in 2025 and the ongoing debate regarding MSCI's potential exclusion of companies with significant digital asset holdings from its Global Investable Market Indexes.

The U.S. government is investigating Nvidia's largest buyer in Southeast Asia, Megaspeed, over allegations of smuggling chips into China, raising concerns about compliance with export regulations. This scrutiny follows discrepancies in chip importation records, suggesting potential illegal activities.

2025 was anticipated to be a pivotal year for the cryptocurrency sector, driven by a supportive administration and increased adoption by financial institutions. However, the reality has been mixed, with significant challenges for many investors. Alyse Killeen, Managing Partner at Stillmark, discussed these developments and the industry's outlook for 2026 during her appearance on Bloomberg Tech with Caroline Hyde.

Jason Oxman, president and CEO of the Information Technology Industry Association, outlined the tech industry's roadmap for 2026 during an interview on Bloomberg Tech, addressing key issues such as data center expansion, AI regulation, and tech export restrictions.