UK crypto firms enter FCA authorisation process
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto firms operating in the UK can now apply for authorisation under the country’s new regulatory framework, with the FCA setting a 28 February 2027 deadline.
ESMA calls for stronger crypto enforcement powers
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has called for stronger enforcement powers for EU regulators as part of its review of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA).
Singapore crypto activity rises 55% despite regional decline
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSingapore’s crypto activity increased 55.4% to $284 billion in the year to June 2026, making it the largest crypto economy in Central and Southeast Asia and Oceania (CSAO), according to Chainalysis.
Bitwise brings NEAR ETF to US market with staking
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitwise has introduced a US spot ETF tracking NEAR, with the Bitwise NEAR ETF (NRR) starting trading on NYSE Arca on 29 September.
Illinois sets out proposed crypto tax rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIllinois has outlined how its planned 0.2% digital asset transaction tax could apply to stablecoins, DeFi and crypto transfers.
ECB explores AI agent payments for digital euro
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe European Central Bank (ECB) has invited fintechs and payment companies to explore how AI agents could be used with the digital euro.
SEC and CFTC face leadership vacancies after Peirce departure
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC and CFTC will have only three commissioners combined after SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce leaves the agency on 2 October.
Amaze Holdings (NYSE: AMZE) Executes Binding LOI to Acquire BullionFX | Alchemy, a Decentralized Gold-Backed Financial Ecosystem for Valued at US$155 Million
Reading Time: 5 minutesNEWPORT BEACH, California, 29th September 2026, Chainwire
Vana Completes Expanded Staking as Part of the Vega Upgrade, Publishes Expanded VANA Token Economics
Reading Time: 2 minutesGEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, 29th September 2026, Chainwire
Bitget says third-party security flaw led to $388 million hack
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitget CEO Gracy Chen said a vulnerability in a third-party security product was behind the exchange’s $388 million hack.
ESMA shifts MiCA focus towards crypto supervision
Reading Time: < 1 minuteESMA will focus more heavily on supervising crypto firms under MiCA in 2027, Chair Verena Ross said.
CFTC approves Coinbase clearing organisation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has approved Coinbase Clearing LLC as a derivatives clearing organisation (DCO).
Tether says it helped freeze $550 million in Iran-linked USDT
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTether said it helped authorities freeze about $550 million in USDT linked to Iran during 2026.
AlgoQuant Asset Management Selects Liquid Mercury to Enhance Digital Asset Trading Infrastructure
Reading Time: 3 minutesChicago, United States, 28th September 2026, Chainwire
Aster Launches Perpetual Grid Trading 2.0 with Up to 140,000 $ASTER Liquidity Mining Campaign
Reading Time: 3 minutesGeorge Town, British Virgin Islands, 28th September 2026, Chainwire
California bans public officials from issuing memecoins
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe law also restricts digital asset service providers from offering certain memecoins issued by or in partnership with public officials to California residents.
Bitcoin ETFs turn positive for 2026 after $2.4 billion inflow
Reading Time: < 1 minuteUS spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $2.4 billion in the week ending 25 September, their strongest weekly inflow since October 2025.
SEC clarifies treatment of crypto token buybacks
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe SEC has issued new staff guidance clarifying how securities laws apply to token buybacks and network development.
Bitget confirms $387.5 million security breach
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitget has confirmed that $387.5 million in crypto was transferred to attacker-controlled addresses after a security breach on 24 September.
JPMorgan says Bitcoin above $85,000 could ease miner selling
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitcoin’s move above JPMorgan’s estimated production cost of about $85,000 could reduce selling pressure from miners if sustained, the bank’s analysts said.
Fed proposes new stablecoin rules under GENIUS Act
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Federal Reserve has proposed new rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act, including reserve-asset limits and standardised capital requirements.
Bitget confirms $352 million security breach
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitget has confirmed a security breach involving approximately $351.6 million in assets and temporarily suspended withdrawals while investigating.
CFTC updates guidance on tokenised assets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe CFTC has updated its guidance on tokenised assets and blockchain-based recordkeeping for registered firms.
Streamex Converts Interest Into Capital as GLDY Investment Strategy Secures $1M+ Institutional Allocation
Reading Time: 2 minutesMiami, Florida, 24th September 2026, Chainwire
Bitcoin Up or Down in 5 Minutes? 1win Markets Launches Crypto Live
Reading Time: 2 minutesWillemstad, Curaçao, 24th September 2026, PlayNewswire
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