Category: News
Latest news on blockchain, cryptocurrencies and the crypto world in general.
Republicans Launch ‘Crypto Week’ to Push Major Digital Asset Legislation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a major push for crypto regulation, US House Republicans have declared the week of July 14–18 as “Crypto Week”—a dedicated effort to advance three pivotal digital asset bills.
SEC Reverses Course, Pauses Grayscale’s Bitcoin-Heavy ETF Conversion
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC has put a hold on Grayscale’s plan to convert its Digital Large Cap Fund into an ETF—just 24 hours after initially approving it.
Judge Glenn Allows Celsius’ Breach-of-Contract Claims Against Tether to Advance
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a key ruling, US Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn has permitted Celsius to pursue its $4.3 billion lawsuit against Tether.
First Spot Solana Staking ETF Rakes in $33M in Debut Trading Day: Bloomberg
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe inaugural spot Solana staking ETF launched Wednesday, amassing roughly $33 million in trading volume on its first day.
Ripple Joins Race for Federal Banking Charter Amid Stablecoin Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRipple has officially applied for a national banking license with the OCC, positioning itself for stricter regulatory oversight and expanded financial services.
Arizona Governor Blocks Crypto Forfeiture Fund, Citing Local Law Enforcement Concerns
Reading Time: < 1 minuteArizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed HB 2324, a bill proposing a state-controlled reserve for seized cryptocurrency, citing potential harm to local law enforcement incentives.
UniCredit Joins Bitcoin ETF Wave with BlackRock-Linked Product
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a major nod to institutional crypto demand, UniCredit is rolling out a structured product tied to BlackRock’s blockbuster Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), per Bloomberg.
Deutsche Bank’s 2026 Crypto Custody Plans Signal Institutional Shift
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDeutsche Bank is joining the crypto custody race, with plans to debut its service in 2026, Bloomberg reported.
SEC Gives Thumbs-Up to Grayscale’s Crypto ETF
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a move that could shake up the crypto market, the SEC has fast-tracked approval for Grayscale’s mixed-asset ETF.
REX-Osprey Solana Staking ETF Set to Debut, Testing Regulatory Waters
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe first US-based staking ETF, offering Solana exposure and yield generation, will launch Wednesday under REX Shares’ REX-Osprey fund.
Sparkassen Reverses Crypto Stance, Plans Retail Trading by 2026
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThree years after dismissing cryptocurrencies as “highly speculative,” Germany’s Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe is preparing to offer crypto trading to retail clients
Ark Invest Takes Profit on Coinbase, Selling $43.8M Stake as Rally Continues
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCathie Wood’s Ark Invest capitalized on Coinbase’s recent surge, selling $43.8 million worth of shares across its flagship ETFs.
Circle Takes Next Step Toward Traditional Banking with US License Bid
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCircle Internet Group has filed for a national banking license, per Reuters.
Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Bet Grows: Now Holds 13,350 BTC, Topping Galaxy Digital
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMetaplanet is doubling down on Bitcoin—again. The Tokyo-based firm has scooped up another 1,005 BTC for $108 million, pushing its total holdings to 13,350 BTC and vaulting past competitors Galaxy Digital and CleanSpark.
Michael Saylor Doubles Down: MicroStrategy Preps 11th Straight Bitcoin Buy
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitcoin’s most vocal corporate advocate isn’t slowing down. MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor has signaled yet another BTC purchase—marking the company’s 11th straight week of accumulation since April.
Bitvavo Gains EU-Wide Approval with MiCA License
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAmsterdam-based crypto exchange Bitvavo has secured a MiCA license from Dutch regulators, positioning it for expanded operations across Europe.
South Korea Puts CBDC on Hold as Government Pushes Stablecoins
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea’s central bank has suspended its digital currency trials as the government shifts focus toward embracing private stablecoins.
Bakkt Seeks $1B Fundraising Flexibility Amid Bitcoin Treasury Plans
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBakkt Holdings has taken a step toward bolstering its balance sheet, filing a shelf registration for up to $1 billion in securities offerings—potentially paving the way for Bitcoin purchases.
Bitwise’s DOGE, APT ETFs Could Offer Tax-Friendly In-Kind Redemptions
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitwise has revised its Dogecoin and Aptos ETF proposals to enable in-kind redemptions, a mechanism that allows investors to directly exchange shares for crypto.
Global Watchdog Demands Stronger Crypto Oversight to Combat Illicit Finance
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is urging nations to intensify enforcement of crypto anti-money laundering (AML) rules, cautioning that regulatory gaps pose risks to financial stability.
Hong Kong Doubles Down on Crypto: Stablecoin Rules & Tokenization Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHong Kong is tightening its grip on digital assets with a new regulatory framework, mandating licenses for stablecoin issuers from August 1.
Invesco and Galaxy File for Solana ETF, Joining Growing Race
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAsset manager Invesco and crypto firm Galaxy Digital have filed with the SEC to launch a Solana ETF, dubbed the “Invesco Galaxy Solana ETF.”
Barclays to Block Crypto Purchases on Credit Cards This Week
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBarclays will ban cryptocurrency transactions made via its Barclaycard credit cards starting Friday, citing concerns over market volatility and investor risks.
Metaplanet Acquires 1,234 More Bitcoin for $133 Million Amid Treasury Expansion
Reading Time: < 1 minuteJapanese investment firm Metaplanet has purchased an additional 1,234 bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $132.7 million, just one day after securing $515 million in funding to bolster its bitcoin treasury strategy.
Kraken Gains MiCA Approval in Ireland, Strengthening European Presence
Reading Time: < 1 minuteKraken has been granted a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license by the Central Bank of Ireland, positioning it to provide regulated digital asset services throughout the European Economic Area (EEA).
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