Daily brief

August 4, 2026

4 stories curated for this day.

Binance introduced Lite Loan, a simplified crypto-backed borrowing product offering instant liquidity. Sources: binance (opens in a new tab)
Gemini launches 24/5 stock trading with limit order support. Sources: gemini (opens in a new tab)
Circle Gateway adds ERC-1271 support, enabling smart contracts and smart wallets to access unified USDC balances through programmable authorization without delegates. Sources: circle (opens in a new tab)
Blog post examines how investors can choose between Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) and Portfolio Management Services (PMS) as their wealth grows. Sources: finextra (opens in a new tab)