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Robinhood expands into tokenized equities and crypto perp futures, plans Layer 2 blockchain with Arb...
Robinhood’s introduction of new trading products and blockchain initiatives could diversify its revenue sources and potentially increase user engagement across multiple financial m...
Read Full Article →Aptos Labs CEO and co-founder Avery Ching joins CFTC Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee
Avery Ching’s participation in the CFTC Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee highlights increased collaboration between innovative blockchain companies and traditional financial inst...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin mining difficulty sees biggest drop since 2021 China ban amid hashrate slump
The recent substantial decrease in mining complexity reflects reduced competition among miners, potentially influencing operational costs and profitability within the cryptocurrenc...
Read Full Article →BitMine stock surges 400% as firm eyes $250 million raise for Ethereum treasury in bid to become top...
BitMine's recent stock increase reflects investor confidence in its plan to raise substantial capital for Ethereum holdings, anticipating growth from stablecoin transaction demand...
Read Full Article →US Supreme Court decides not to review privacy case over IRS request for Coinbase user data
The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the case means IRS requests for access to cryptocurrency user information will proceed without new legal interpretations, potentially impacting...
Read Full Article →XRP Ledger’s Ethereum-compatible sidechain launches on mainnet
The introduction of an Ethereum-compatible sidechain on the XRP Ledger mainnet enables broader decentralized application integration, potentially attracting increased developer act...
Read Full Article →Kazakhstan plans national cryptocurrency reserve using seized assets, state-mined coins
Kazakhstan aims to enhance its financial strategy by creating a national digital asset reserve funded through confiscated property and government-mined cryptocurrencies.
Read Full Article →Strategy stacks another 4,980 bitcoin as Michael Saylor boldly predicts $21 million BTC in 21 years
Strategy has increased its bitcoin reserves by nearly 5,000 coins, raising its stake to more than 2.8% of the total available supply, with a current value exceeding $64 billion.
Read Full Article →Bernstein sets $230 price target on Circle stock, calls it the ‘internet dollar network for the next...
Bernstein’s analysts anticipate significant growth in the stablecoin market, projecting its value to increase substantially over the next ten years, which could positively impact C...
Read Full Article →Ethereum community plans onchain ‘time capsule’ to mark 10th anniversary of network’s genesis block
The initiative encourages participants to contribute creative content to an onchain archive, potentially enhancing Ethereum’s cultural value and highlighting its decade-long impact...
Read Full Article →Crypto investment products attract another $2.7 billion as inflow streak extends to 11 weeks: CoinSh...
Financial inflows into digital asset investment vehicles have continued for nearly three months, contributing a total of $17.8 billion this year, matching the comparable timeframe...
Read Full Article →Bank of Korea pauses CBDC project as local stablecoin adoption picks up speed: report
The Bank of Korea's decision to halt its digital currency initiative reflects a strategic response to the increasing use and regulatory developments surrounding stablecoins within...
Read Full Article →Hyperliquid perps volume tops $1.5 trillion over past year, with $300 million in cumulative revenue
Over the past year, Hyperliquid's perpetual contracts achieved substantial trading activity, generating a cumulative revenue of $300 million and demonstrating notable growth follow...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin steadies above $108,000 as traders brace for key macro data and Powell remarks
Cryptocurrency prices held firm above significant levels as market participants prepared for upcoming economic reports and statements from Federal Reserve officials that could infl...
Read Full Article →Metaplanet buys 1,005 Bitcoin to reach 13,350 BTC in total holdings, surpassing Galaxy Digital and C...
By acquiring an additional 1,005 Bitcoin, Metaplanet has increased its portfolio to 13,350 BTC, overtaking competitors Galaxy Digital and CleanSpark in total cryptocurrency assets.
Read Full Article →Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex begins restoring service following $90 million exploit
Nobitex, Iran’s leading cryptocurrency platform, is gradually resuming operations after a major security breach that resulted in losses valued at approximately $90 million, with wi...
Read Full Article →Shareholders of struggling Spanish chain Vanadi Coffee back €1 billion Bitcoin plan
Despite recent heavy losses, the Alicante coffee chain’s shareholders endorsed a €1 billion cryptocurrency initiative, which has contributed to a recovery in the company’s stock va...
Read Full Article →Two-thirds of Koreans want to invest more in crypto as won-based stablecoin hype builds: Survey
An increasing number of South Koreans are showing interest in cryptocurrency investments, driving notable growth in stablecoin-linked equities and boosting demand for foreign stock...
Read Full Article →Bitvavo, largest EUR spot exchange, secures MiCA license from the Netherlands
Obtaining the MiCA license allows Bitvavo to operate more securely within European regulations, potentially increasing investor confidence and expanding its market presence alongsi...
Read Full Article →Lido DAO votes to enable dual governance, giving stakers veto power
The approval of the dual governance system grants stakers the ability to block decisions, potentially impacting how financial decisions and resource allocations are managed within...
Read Full Article →REX-Osprey to launch Solana, Ethereum staking ETFs after resolving SEC comments
REX-Osprey plans to introduce new ETFs focused on staking Solana and Ethereum, potentially offering investors innovative opportunities in the growing cryptocurrency market after ad...
Read Full Article →Ripple CEO: ‘We’re closing this chapter once and for all’ in years-long case with SEC
The resolution of the prolonged legal dispute with the SEC marks a pivotal moment for Ripple, potentially impacting its financial stability and investor confidence moving forward.
Read Full Article →Operator behind sham crypto firms EmpowerCoin, ECoinPlus, and Jet-Coin sentenced to 8 years in priso...
The operator received an eight-year prison sentence for involvement in fraudulent activities connected to multiple cryptocurrency companies, highlighting the legal consequences of...
Read Full Article →Gemini launches tokenized stocks for EU traders, beginning with onchain representation of MSTR on Ar...
Gemini’s introduction of blockchain-based stock tokens for European investors marks a step toward broader market access, starting with MSTR on Arbitrum and aiming to include more a...
Read Full Article →New York asset manager KraneShares files to list Coinbase 50 Index ETF
KraneShares has taken a regulatory step to introduce an exchange-traded fund based on the top 50 digital asset companies, potentially broadening investment opportunities in the cry...
Read Full Article →Stablecoin startups surpass 2021 venture capital peak as institutional money pours in
Increased regulatory transparency and high-profile market events have attracted significant institutional investment, driving venture capital funding in the stablecoin industry to...
Read Full Article →Robinhood launches ‘micro’ futures contracts for XRP and Solana
Robinhood’s introduction of smaller-sized futures contracts for XRP and Solana allows investors to engage in market speculation while committing less capital and potentially minimi...
Read Full Article →The Daily: ‘Conditions are ripe’ for new bitcoin all-time high, Bakkt plots $1 billion raise for BTC...
Investors are showing increased interest in bitcoin as favorable market conditions and Bakkt’s planned $1 billion capital raise highlight potential growth opportunities in cryptocu...
Read Full Article →Trump sidesteps question about ‘pulling away’ from personal crypto ventures
The growing acceptance of cryptocurrency for transactions may influence traditional currency demand, potentially affecting financial markets and investment strategies as individual...
Read Full Article →Inside the institutional ETH staking world with Alluvial CEO Mara Schmiedt
The collaboration between Liquid Collective and Galaxy aims to enhance access and participation in Ethereum staking for institutional investors, potentially influencing market dyna...
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