Category: News
Latest news on blockchain, cryptocurrencies and the crypto world in general.
Fed Ends Crypto Bank Supervision Program in Regulatory Rollback
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Federal Reserve has terminated its specialized program overseeing banks engaged in crypto and fintech activities, signaling a broader retreat from digital asset regulation.
Kraken Halts Monero Deposits Amid 51% Attack Concerns
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCryptocurrency exchange Kraken has temporarily suspended Monero (XMR) deposits following a suspected 51% attack on the privacy-centric blockchain, raising security concerns over the network’s stability.
Gemini Files for Nasdaq IPO Under Ticker “GEMI” Amid Financial Struggles
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto exchange Gemini has officially filed for an initial public offering (IPO), seeking to list on the Nasdaq under the symbol GEMI, according to an S-1 filing published Friday.
Norway’s $1.7T Wealth Fund Increased Bitcoin Exposure by 83% in Q2
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNorway’s sovereign wealth fund, the world’s largest at $1.7 trillion, significantly boosted its Bitcoin-linked holdings in Q2, according to Standard Chartered.
Coinbase Finalizes $2.9B Acquisition of Deribit
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCoinbase has officially completed its $2.9 billion cash-and-stock acquisition of Deribit, the leading crypto derivatives exchange.
$1B Crypto Liquidations Triggered by Hot PPI Inflation Shock
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitcoin dropped over 2% and Ethereum saw slight declines after July’s Producer Price Index (PPI) surged beyond expectations, sparking macroeconomic concerns and triggering $1 billion in crypto liquidations.
Spot Ethereum ETFs Extend Inflow Streak to 8 Days with $639 Million Surge
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continued their bullish run, attracting $639.6 million in net inflows on Thursday—marking eight consecutive days of positive momentum.
SEC Delays Decision on Solana ETFs from Bitwise, 21Shares to October
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed its decision on proposed Solana exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from Bitwise and 21Shares.
Bitcoin Breaks $124K: Fed Rate Cut Bets Outweigh Inflation Concerns
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitcoin set a fresh record above $124,000 yesterday, climbing 3.64% amid heightened speculation of a September rate cut.
Musk’s SpaceX Maintains $1B Bitcoin Bet Despite 2022 Selloff
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSpaceX has rejoined the elite club of corporate Bitcoin holders with balances exceeding $1 billion, Arkham Intelligence data shows.
Google Play’s Updated Policy Exempts Non-Custodial Crypto Wallets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGoogle Play has introduced new requirements for crypto wallet providers in more than 15 jurisdictions, including the US and the EU, mandating licensing and compliance with “industry standards.”
Standard Chartered Boosts Ethereum Outlook, Sees $7,500 by December Amid Strong Demand
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStandard Chartered revised its Ethereum price targets significantly higher, now projecting $7,500 by year-end (vs. $4,000 prior) and $25,000 by 2028 (vs. $7,500).
Pantera Bets Big on Crypto Treasuries with $300M+ Investment
Reading Time: < 1 minutePantera Capital has allocated more than $300 million to digital asset treasury (DAT) companies, a niche sector of public firms that manage crypto reserves.
Do Kwon Admits Guilt in Landmark Crypto Fraud Case
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a significant development for cryptocurrency regulation, Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon will plead guilty to two felony counts in New York federal court.
Banking Lobby Sounds Alarm Over Stablecoin Yield ‘Loophole’ in GENIUS Act
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA coalition of US banking organizations, led by the Bank Policy Institute (BPI), is pressing lawmakers to amend the GENIUS Act.
Grayscale Doubles Down on Sui with Two New Investment Vehicles
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a strategic expansion of its Sui-related offerings, Grayscale introduced two single-asset trusts tied to DeepBook and Walrus (WAL).
Ethereum ETFs Cross $1B Daily Inflow Threshold
Reading Time: < 1 minuteInstitutional money poured into Ethereum ETFs at unprecedented levels Monday, with the nine approved products collectively drawing $1.02 billion – the first time daily inflows have crossed the billion-dollar threshold.
Paxos Seeks Federal Charter Amid Stablecoin Regulatory Shift
Reading Time: < 1 minutePaxos, the issuer of PayPal USD and Pax Dollar, has filed for a national trust bank charter, seeking to transition from New York state oversight to federal regulation under the OCC.
Metaplanet Doubles Down on Bitcoin with $61M Buy, Nears Top 5 Corporate Holders
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMetaplanet, Japan’s leading Bitcoin treasury firm, has made another major move—acquiring 518 BTC for $61.4 million—further cementing its position among the world’s elite corporate holders of the cryptocurrency.
Crypto Funds Drive $572M Crypto Inflow Surge as ETH Tops $4K
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto investment products rebounded with $572 million in net inflows last week, reversing the prior week’s downturn.
Coinbase Bets on DEX Integration Amid Declining Trading Volumes
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCoinbase is rolling out decentralized exchange (DEX) integration for US customers, opening the door to millions of new tokens.
Beijing Restricts Stablecoin Hype as Hong Kong Forges Ahead
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEven as Hong Kong advances its regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers, mainland Chinese authorities are taking steps to curb enthusiasm for the asset class.
Trump-Appointed Crypto Advisor Bo Hines Exits White House Role
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBo Hines, the Trump administration’s top crypto advisor, is stepping down from his leadership role on the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, per journalist Eleanor Terrett.
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.
Animoca-Standard Chartered JV Files for Hong Kong Stablecoin License
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAnimoca Brands confirmed that its Hong Kong-based joint venture with Standard Chartered and HKT, Anchorpoint Financial Limited, has formally begun the process of obtaining a stablecoin issuer license under the city’s newly enacted Stablecoins Ordinance.
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