Tag: crypto exchanges
All news related to cryptocurrency exchanges, the trading platforms where users can trade their digital assets.
Binance.US seeks $1 billion valuation in potential funding round
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBinance.US is seeking up to $100 million in fresh funding at a potential $1 billion valuation, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Bybit Expands Beyond Crypto as CEO Outlines Next Phase of Financial Platform
Reading Time: 4 minutesDubai, United Arab Emirates, 13th October 2026, Chainwire
Russia registers first crypto exchanges and custodians under new rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRussia has registered its first cryptocurrency exchange operators and custodians under regulations that took effect on 1 September.
Coinbase connects US traders to Deribit’s global derivatives markets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCoinbase has completed its integration of Deribit, giving eligible US customers a regulated route into the exchange’s global market for crypto options and perpetual futures.
OKX raises fresh funding at $25 billion valuation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCrypto exchange OKX has raised fresh funding from existing investors at a valuation of $25 billion, although it did not disclose the size of the round.
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.
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).
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.
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.
US sanctions BitBank over alleged Bitcoin transfers
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Treasury Department has sanctioned Iranian crypto exchange BitBank, alleging it helped move hundreds of millions of dollars in Bitcoin to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
US sanctions Iranian crypto exchange over alleged IRGC transfers
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Treasury Department has sanctioned Iranian crypto exchange BitBank over allegations that it helped transfer hundreds of millions of dollars in Bitcoin to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
Bybit Pay Joins the Mastercard Crypto Credential Network, Simplifying Verifiable Crypto Transfers
Reading Time: 4 minutesDubai, United Arab Emirates, 12th March 2026, Chainwire
Binance Chooses Greece as EU Base, Citing Talent and Security Advantages
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBinance is positioning Greece at the heart of its European expansion strategy, with co-CEO Richard Teng pointing to the country’s labour force and security environment as decisive factors in selecting a regulatory base within the European Union.
Terraform Administrator Accuses Jane Street of Insider Trading in Terra Collapse
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe court-appointed administrator handling the bankruptcy of Terraform Labs has filed a lawsuit against trading giant Jane Street.
Austrian Watchdog Freezes KuCoin EU’s Client Onboarding
Reading Time: < 1 minuteKuCoin’s European operations have been dealt a setback after Austria’s top financial supervisor, the Austrian Financial Market Authority, ordered the exchange to stop engaging in new business activities over compliance deficiencies.
Crypto Exchange Network Accused of Helping Russia Evade Sanctions, Says Elliptic
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA group of five crypto exchanges is allegedly enabling Russians to bypass international sanctions, stepping in after the shutdown of the Russian platform Garantex last year.
After Paying $45 Million Fine, Crypto Lender Nexo Reenters US Market
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDigital asset financial institution Nexo is making a renewed push into the United States, the company confirmed on Monday.
OKX Secures Regulatory Approval for EU Stablecoin Payments
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCryptocurrency exchange OKX has strengthened its position in the European market by securing a license to facilitate stablecoin-based payment services.
UK Regulator Moves to Block Crypto Exchange HTX from Social Media and App Stores
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBritain’s Financial Conduct Authority announced on Tuesday it has taken a significant step to bar crypto exchange HTX from promoting its services in the United Kingdom.
Backpack Exchange Unveils Tokenomics Strategy with US IPO Ambition at Its Core
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBackpack, a cryptocurrency exchange established by former employees of the defunct platform FTX, has announced plans for a future token launch.
Ark Invest Amplifies Stake in Bullish as Cryptocurrency Exchange Stock Surges
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCathie Wood’s investment firm, Ark Invest, continued to accumulate shares of Bullish on Monday, reinforcing its position as the cryptocurrency exchange’s stock experienced a significant upward move.
South Korean Financial Watchdog Launches Full Investigation Into Bithumb Following $43 Billion Bitcoin Distribution Error
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea’s primary financial regulatory body, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), has initiated a comprehensive formal investigation into the cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb.
Gemini Announces Sharp Pullback, Exiting European and Australian Operations While Slashing Staff
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a major operational pivot, the digital asset platform Gemini stated it will cease operations in the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.
Nevada Takes Legal Action Against Coinbase’s Prediction Markets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNevada gaming authorities have sued Coinbase, accusing the cryptocurrency exchange of running an unlicensed sports wagering operation.
US Sanctions Crypto Exchanges for Alleged Ties to Iranian Terror Financing
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTwo cryptocurrency exchanges registered in the United Kingdom have become the first digital asset platforms blacklisted under US sanctions targeting Iran’s financial sector.
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