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SEC casts doubt on REX‑Osprey bid to launch staking Ethereum, Solana ETFs
The SEC’s request to postpone the debut of staking Ethereum and Solana ETFs highlights regulatory challenges that could impact the timing and market reception of these new investme...
Read Full Article →BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF breaks 34-day streak with $430 million in outflows
Although BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF experienced significant withdrawals, it remains the leading fund in the sector by holding assets substantially exceeding those of its closest rival...
Read Full Article →Auction for Ross Ulbricht’s prison mementos, artwork raises $1.3 million in BTC
The sale of personal items and artwork linked to Ross Ulbricht generated $1.3 million in Bitcoin, with his last identification card fetching the highest bid of 11 BTC.
Read Full Article →Uphold teases XRP yield and relaunching crypto debit card in US
Uphold is exploring methods to generate returns on XRP holdings and plans to reintroduce a cryptocurrency debit card in the US, potentially enhancing user engagement and revenue op...
Read Full Article →Stablecoin startup Atticus nears $2 billion valuation following raise led by defense-tech firm CEO:...
Atticus, a stealth-mode stablecoin startup, is approaching a valuation close to $2 billion after securing funding led by a leader from the defense technology sector.
Read Full Article →REX Shares and Osprey Funds file with SEC to offer staking Ethereum and Solana ETFs
REX Shares and Osprey Funds plan to introduce Ethereum and Solana ETFs that classify staking rewards as dividend income, impacting taxation under U.S. federal income tax regulation...
Read Full Article →Crypto search trends and app rankings show tepid engagement despite recent surge
Despite a notable increase in leading memecoin values over the past month, overall interest and usage metrics for cryptocurrency-related platforms remain relatively subdued.
Read Full Article →The Daily: Champions League finalists PSG disclose BTC treasury, Trump Media secures $2.3 billion to...
Paris Saint-Germain’s recent cryptocurrency holdings reveal a growing institutional interest, while Trump Media’s substantial funding underscores significant investment momentum in...
Read Full Article →Stripe co-founder says banks are ‘very interested’ in stablecoin integrations: report
Financial institutions are increasingly exploring the adoption of stablecoins due to evolving regulations and intensified advocacy, highlighting their growing role in enhancing tra...
Read Full Article →BitGo and Kraken begin distributing $5 billion in former FTX user payouts
The recent release of $5 billion to former FTX users by BitGo and Kraken could influence market liquidity and potentially affect the next phase of alternative cryptocurrency tradin...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin, alts dip amid muted US PCE inflation outcome
Despite signs of easing inflation in the latest US price data, cryptocurrency values experienced a decline, potentially influenced by renewed uncertainties in U.S.-China trade rela...
Read Full Article →Trump Media closes private offering, will use $2.32 billion net proceeds to buy bitcoin
Trump Media secured $2.32 billion from a private funding round and plans to allocate these resources toward acquiring bitcoin as part of its broader financial strategy.
Read Full Article →Canary Capital seeks SEC approval to launch first staked spot CRO ETF in the US
Canary Capital aims to introduce a new investment product in the US market, potentially expanding access to staked digital assets while aligning with recent regulatory clarificatio...
Read Full Article →Nigel Farage pledges UK bitcoin reserve and capital gains tax cut in ‘crypto revolution’ if Reform c...
Nigel Farage has proposed a digital currency reserve and reduced taxes on investment profits to stimulate the financial sector, while his party embraced cryptocurrency donations fo...
Read Full Article →Hyperliquid trader James Wynn hit with over $100 million loss as leveraged bitcoin trade unravels
James Wynn experienced a substantial financial setback due to a highly leveraged Bitcoin position, with his current holdings comprising nearly 1,592 BTC valued at over $167 million...
Read Full Article →US spot Bitcoin ETFs see $358 million in net outflows, ending 10-day inflow streak
On Thursday, spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the US experienced a significant net withdrawal of $358.65 million, ending a continuous period of inflows that lasted for ten day...
Read Full Article →Michael Saylor touts Bitcoin as ‘perfected capital,’ highlights equity strategy in Vegas speech
Michael Saylor emphasized Bitcoin’s potential as a reliable store of value and innovative financial asset, outlining his approach to incorporating it within equity investment strat...
Read Full Article →Thailand moves to block Bybit, OKX and others for unlicensed operations
Thailand's decision to restrict several cryptocurrency platforms from operating without proper authorization aims to enhance regulatory oversight and protect investors within its f...
Read Full Article →SEC says proof-of-stake staking activities do not constitute securities transactions
The SEC’s clarification that proof-of-stake staking is not considered a securities transaction may enable the development of new financial instruments, such as crypto ETFs, incorpo...
Read Full Article →Premier football club Paris Saint-Germain announces Bitcoin treasury
Paris Saint-Germain’s decision to allocate funds into cryptocurrency demonstrates a strategic move to diversify its financial assets and support emerging businesses within the Bitc...
Read Full Article →SEC moves to dismiss Binance litigation as agency looks to forge new regulatory path for crypto
The SEC's effort to end its legal case against Binance signals a potential shift in regulatory strategy aimed at establishing clearer oversight within the cryptocurrency industry.
Read Full Article →Crypto conglomerate DCG finds majority of Americans sympathetic to decentralized AI, Harris poll sho...
A recent survey funded by DCG indicates that a significant portion of the U.S. population expresses caution toward large technology companies, highlighting potential market opportu...
Read Full Article →Someone loses over $500,000 in deUSD liquidation, raising concerns about Chainlink’s VWAP pricing sy...
The recent loss exceeding half a million dollars in deUSD liquidation highlights potential vulnerabilities in Chainlink’s pricing mechanism, prompting discussions about implementin...
Read Full Article →Amboss introduces a self-custodial bitcoin yield product on Lightning Network
Rails has launched a new bitcoin yield solution that allows users to earn returns while supporting the efficiency and growth of the Lightning Network infrastructure.
Read Full Article →Tether holds over 100,000 bitcoin and 50 tons of gold, CEO says
Tether's substantial reserves of Bitcoin and gold demonstrate its considerable financial strength and influence within the cryptocurrency market, potentially impacting asset stabil...
Read Full Article →The FTX scandal is about to get a Netflix limited series from the Obamas production company
The upcoming eight-episode Netflix series will depict the collapse of a major cryptocurrency exchange, highlighting critical events that led to significant financial losses and reg...
Read Full Article →Hyperliquid claims 80% of DeFi perp market, challenging centralized giants with decentralized edge
Over the past six months, Hyperliquid has significantly increased its presence in the decentralized perpetual trading sector, now controlling nearly one-third of the market and imp...
Read Full Article →SEC Commissioner Peirce warns that a change in pace doesn’t mean free rein for bad actors in crypto
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce emphasized that regulatory oversight in the cryptocurrency sector remains strict, and enforcement actions will continue to protect investors and main...
Read Full Article →OpenSea says SEA token launch depends on key feature releases, promises new rewards for users as OS2...
The completion of OpenSea's OS2 platform beta and introduction of the Voyages rewards program could influence the timing of the SEA token launch, potentially impacting user engagem...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Analysts expect crypto rally to resume after hawkish Fed dip, Trump’s sons say bitcoin ca...
Market experts anticipate a resurgence in digital asset prices following recent Federal Reserve actions, while some influential figures predict substantial gains for bitcoin, poten...
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