Author: Chris Smith
Openbank Rolls Out Crypto Trading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSpanish customers of Openbank can now trade cryptocurrencies directly from their existing banking app and website, as noted by Reuters.
Senate Bill Pits CFTC Against SEC in Power Struggle Over Crypto Regulation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA new Senate proposal has drawn a clear battle line in the debate over who should regulate cryptocurrency.
Why Institutional Investors Are Embracing Crypto: The Rise of ETFs and Structured Products
Reading Time: 4 minutesInstitutional-Grade crypto: the driving force of ETFs and structured products.
Regulators Flag Key Risk in Tokenization
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIOSCO reported Tuesday that the complex structure of tokenized assets could leave investors uncertain about whether they own the underlying asset or merely a digital token linked to it.
Staking Rewards for the Masses: IRS Paves Way for Crypto ETPs to Share Profits
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRetail investors are a major step closer to earning staking rewards through traditional financial products, thanks to new guidance from the IRS.
BoE Proposes £20,000 Holding Limit for Individuals in New Stablecoin Rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Bank of England has unveiled its plan to regulate stablecoins, and it includes a potential holding limit of £20,000 for individuals.
Digital Gold Rush: Why Countries Are Stockpiling Bitcoin in National Reserves
Reading Time: 6 minutesA growing number of countries are adding BTC to their treasuries. We tell you why.
Regulated Leveraged Spot Markets Coming Soon, Says CFTC Boss
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS investors may soon get access to safer, regulated leveraged trading of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Ledger CEO’s Pilgrimage Points to Major 2026 Fundraise
Reading Time: < 1 minuteFor Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier, the path to the company’s next stage of growth runs directly through New York.
“Unmonitored” $203 Billion in Crypto Transactions Leads to $25M Fine for Coinbase in Ireland
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA critical failure in Coinbase Europe’s monitoring systems allowed approximately €176 billion ($203 billion) in cryptocurrency transactions to go unmonitored for money laundering and terrorist financing, resulting in a €21.5 million fine from the Central Bank of Ireland.
Japanese Banks, Backed by Regulator, to Test Joint Digital Currency
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a significant step for payment innovation, Japan’s top financial regulator is throwing its weight behind a collaborative stablecoin project.
Crypto Wallets Demystified: Not What You Think They Are
Reading Time: 5 minutesIf you’re new to cryptocurrency, the term “wallet” is probably misleading you right now. In this article, we will explain what it is.
Franklin Templeton, HSBC Forge New Settlement Path with Hong Kong’s First Tokenized Fund
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA coalition of traditional finance and crypto giants has launched Hong Kong’s first tokenized fund, testing a new model for near-instant settlement between legacy and blockchain systems.
BoE to Propose Stricter Stablecoin Rules with Transaction Caps on Nov. 10
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Bank of England will release its long-awaited consultation on stablecoin regulation on November 10, outlining a tiered system with temporary transaction limits.
Bitcoin, Ethereum Funds Shed $800M in Single Day
Reading Time: < 1 minuteFear gripped the crypto ETF market on Tuesday as institutional investors bolted from Bitcoin and Ethereum products, resulting in a combined $797 million net outflow.
Winklevoss Twins’ Gemini Aims to Challenge Kalshi and Polymarket with New Prediction Platform
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Winklevoss twins are making a power play for the red-hot prediction market.
The Crypto Revolution Comes to Main Street: Why ETFs Are Breaking All the Records
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhy are crypto ETFs so popular among investors?
FTX Backs Down: Creditors Win Reprieve as Exchange Drops Plan to Limit Payouts
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a significant win for creditors, FTX has withdrawn its controversial motion that sought to restrict repayments to customers in nearly 50 countries, including China and Russia.
Kraken Wins Approval for Crypto-Backed Trading in EU
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a sign of maturing crypto regulation in Europe, Kraken has received regulatory approval to allow traders to post digital assets as collateral on its derivatives platform.
How to Invest in Crypto with Minimal Risk: A Practical Guide
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe promise of cryptocurrency has captivated millions of investors worldwide, with stories of extraordinary returns making headlines regularly.
EU Aims to Boost Startups with Streamlined Crypto and Stock Market Oversight
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTo make its capital markets more competitive and startup-friendly, the European Union is considering a major regulatory overhaul.
Hong Kong Opens the Floodgates: Local Crypto Investors to Get Global Prices
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto traders in Hong Kong are set to gain access to global markets and more competitive pricing, thanks to a new initiative from the city’s financial regulator.
Western Union Bets on Brand: Files ‘WUUSD’ Trademark to Bridge Crypto and Mainstream Finance
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWestern Union is leaning into its iconic brand identity with a new trademark filing for “WUUSD,” signaling a consumer-focused approach to its upcoming stablecoin offerings.
dYdX Charts US Expansion, Aims for 2025 Entry with Strategic Spot Trading Offering
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a key strategic move, the decentralized exchange dYdX is targeting a US market entry before the close of 2025.
21Shares Files New Hyperliquid ETF
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBolstered by its impending acquisition by prime broker FalconX, 21Shares made its next strategic move Wednesday by filing for a Hyperliquid ETF.

























