Author: Chris Smith
El Salvador Greenlights Bitcoin for Investment Banks
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEl Salvador has passed a law allowing investment banks to hold Bitcoin and offer crypto services to wealthy clients.
SEC and Ripple Settle Legal Fight, Dropping Appeals in XRP Case
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRipple Labs and the SEC have agreed to drop their appeals, finalizing a key 2023 court ruling and closing a major chapter in the crypto industry’s regulatory battles.
Trump’s Latest Executive Order Clears Path for Crypto in 401(k) Plans
Reading Time: < 1 minutePresident Donald Trump issued an executive order Thursday instructing federal agencies to enable 401(k) plans to incorporate cryptocurrencies, private equity, and other non-traditional assets.
SBI Readies Groundbreaking Crypto ETF Products for Japan
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSBI Holdings is set to revolutionize Japan’s investment landscape with two first-of-their-kind crypto ETF proposals.
KakaoBank Prepares to Launch Stablecoin Services as South Korea Warms to Crypto
Reading Time: < 1 minuteKakaoBank, the digital banking arm of South Korean tech giant Kakao Corp., is positioning itself to become a major player in the stablecoin market.
Trump Takes on Debanking: Executive Order Targets Crypto Crackdown
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a major move for the crypto sector, President Donald Trump is set to order a sweeping investigation into alleged debanking of digital asset firms and conservative organizations.
SEC Issues Landmark Guidance: Liquid Staking Exempt from Securities Laws
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) declared that certain forms of liquid staking do not fall under securities regulations.
CFTC Eyes Major Shift: Spot Crypto Trading on Futures Exchanges?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CFTC is taking a big step toward spot crypto trading on futures platforms—a move that could reshape US crypto markets.
SEC Eases Rules for Stablecoins—What It Means
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC just updated its accounting guidance for USD stablecoins, hinting they might soon be treated like cash.
Metaplanet Doubles Down on Bitcoin with $54M Purchase, Eyes $3.7B Raise
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMetaplanet, Japan’s leading Bitcoin treasury firm, has acquired another 463 BTC ($53.7 million) as part of its aggressive accumulation strategy.
Lido Restructures Team, Sheds 15% of Workforce Amid Growth Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteLido, the leading Ethereum liquid staking protocol, is streamlining operations with a 15% staff reduction—a strategic shift aimed at ensuring “long-term sustainability,” according to co-founder Vasiliy Shapovalov.
CFTC’s Summer Mersinger Suggests US Could Soon Welcome Crypto Perpetual Futures Trading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCommodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Summer Mersinger indicated on Thursday that crypto perpetual futures may soon be available for trading in the United States.
Visa Doubles Down on Stablecoins as Rivals Circle the Market
Reading Time: < 1 minuteVisa has widened its stablecoin offerings, integrating PayPal USD, Global Dollar, and Euro Coin—while adding Stellar and Avalanche to its supported blockchain networks.
JPMorgan’s Chase Credit Cards Now Support Crypto Purchases via Coinbase
Reading Time: < 1 minuteJPMorgan is partnering with Coinbase to let users buy digital assets with their credit cards starting this fall.
Trump White House Finally Delivers Crypto Regulatory Blueprint
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAfter months of anticipation, the Trump administration’s Working Group on Digital Assets has published its comprehensive report on cryptocurrency regulation.
SEC Clears In-Kind Redemptions—A Win for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Investors
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC has approved in-kind redemptions for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, paving the way for lower costs and greater efficiency.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Buys $2.5B in BTC
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMichael Saylor’s Strategy just made another bold move in its Bitcoin accumulation playbook—adding 21,021 BTC to its already massive treasury.
PayPal Slashes Fees with New Crypto Checkout, Supports 100+ Tokens
Reading Time: < 1 minutePayPal is rolling out a low-cost crypto payment solution for US merchants, charging just 0.99% per transaction—a 90% reduction compared to standard credit card fees.
SEC Extends Review Period for Trump-Linked Bitcoin ETF Amid Wider Delays
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC has deferred its decision on the Truth Social Bitcoin ETF, moving the deadline to September 18. The fund, supported by Trump Media & Technology Group, seeks to trade on NYSE Arca under existing commodity trust rules.
Ethereum Tops $3,900 as SharpLink Adds $295M in ETH to Staked Holdings
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEthereum’s price recovery continues, climbing above $3,900 after bouncing from a $3,530 low last week. The move toward $4,000 comes alongside surging trading volumes and institutional accumulation.
Metaplanet Doubles Down on Bitcoin with $92.5M Buy, Targets 1% Supply
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMetaplanet continues to bet big on Bitcoin, purchasing another 780 BTC for $92.5 million—its latest move in a strategy that has amassed $2 billion in BTC holdings.
Hong Kong Cracks Down on Unlicensed Stablecoin Promotions with Jail Time, Fines
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStarting August 1, promoting unlicensed stablecoins in Hong Kong will become a criminal offense punishable by fines of up to HK$50,000 (US$6,300) and six months’ imprisonment.
Ark Invest Offloads $12M in Coinbase Shares Amid Portfolio Rebalancing
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCathie Wood’s Ark Invest sold $12.1 million worth of Coinbase Global (COIN) stock on Thursday, trimming its position in the crypto exchange across two of its ETFs.
Institutions Bet Big on Ethereum as Spot ETFs Rake in $534M
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInstitutional demand for Ethereum is heating up, with US spot ETH ETFs absorbing $534 million in net inflows on Tuesday—their third-best day on record.
CoinShares Wins MiCA License in France
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCoinShares, one of Europe’s top crypto investment firms, just locked in a major regulatory milestone: a MiCA license from France.
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