Top executives from Coinbase, Chainlink, Galaxy, Kraken, Uniswap, Circle, and Ripple will meet with pro-crypto Senate Democrats this Wednesday for a policy roundtable led by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. The discussion will center on crypto market structure legislation and the broader outlook for the digital asset industry. The session aims to bridge the gap between regulators …
French regulators have stepped up anti-money laundering (AML) checks on many cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance. This effort began in late 2024 and is led by the ACPR and AMF. Their goal is to make sure these exchanges follow strict EU AML and counter-terrorism rules, especially with the new MiCA licensing rules coming. Binance is cooperating …
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that in the next ten years, crypto will be widely used worldwide, but most people won’t even realize they’re using it. He envisions a future where blockchain technology becomes seamlessly integrated into everyday financial systems, powering apps and services behind the scenes. Armstrong’s outlook reflects his confidence in crypto’s mainstream …
Investment giant VanEck has filed an S-1 registration with the U.S. SEC to launch a new ETF tracking Lido Staked Ethereum (stETH). The proposed fund aims to offer investors regulated exposure to stETH, a popular liquid staking token linked to Ethereum’s network. If approved, it would mark a major step in bringing staking-based crypto assets …
Ripple Labs is launching a major fundraising drive worth at least $1 billion to build a new digital asset treasury focused on accumulating XRP. The funds will be raised through a SPAC deal, with Ripple also adding some of its own XRP holdings to the treasury. This move aims to strengthen Ripple’s control over XRP …
OKX will remove several spot trading pairs, including SLERF, ALPHA, BADGER, OAS, MLN, and AIDOGE, on October 23, 2025, between 08:00 and 16:00 UTC. Users should manage their funds and cancel any open orders before the deadline to avoid losses. OKX urges everyone to act early and stay informed to protect their assets during the …
WazirX has completed its ACRA filing in Singapore on October 15, officially activating its restructuring scheme. As per the plan, the exchange is set to restart operations before October 30, with the team pushing to make it happen even earlier. This development marks a fresh chapter for WazirX, signaling its return to full operations and …
Kraken has acquired Small Exchange, a CFTC-regulated Designated Contract Market, from IG Group in a $100 million deal. The acquisition strengthens Kraken’s presence in the U.S. derivatives market, giving it a strategic edge among global exchanges. With this move, Kraken becomes one of the few trading platforms holding derivatives licenses across the U.S., U.K., and …
OKX has teamed up with Standard Chartered Bank to integrate the bank’s regulated custody services into its European institutional platform. The partnership introduces safeguarded collateral mirroring and stronger asset protection measures, ensuring institutional clients a more secure and efficient trading experience. This collaboration highlights the growing link between traditional banking and digital asset platforms, reinforcing …
YZi Labs has led a $50 million funding round for Better Payment Network (BPN) to drive the expansion of its multi-stablecoin payment infrastructure. The funding will support network scaling, faster transactions, and more efficient cross-border settlements. This move reinforces YZi Labs’ focus on supporting blockchain-driven payment innovation and BPN’s mission to make global digital transactions …
Coinbase has introduced The Blue Carpet, a new program designed to simplify the asset listing experience for issuers. The initiative provides direct access to Coinbase’s Listings Team, offering personalized guidance, technical help, and full support from start to finish. With this launch, Coinbase aims to create a smoother, more transparent process for projects looking to list …
Nvidia and BlackRock are teaming up to acquire a leading global data center company in a deal valued at about $40 billion. The move aims to secure critical AI infrastructure, expand high‑density compute capacity, and accelerate deployment of cloud and AI services. By combining Nvidia’s hardware leadership with BlackRock’s capital and infrastructure expertise, the partners …
CMB International, the investment arm of China Merchants Bank, has brought its $3.8 billion Money Market Fund on-chain via BNB Chain. The tokenized structure targets qualified investors, offering faster settlement, transparent portfolio tracking, and streamlined operations while keeping a regulated fund framework. By moving a large, traditional product to a public blockchain, the launch bridges …
French banking group ODDO BHF has entered crypto with EUROD, a euro-pegged stablecoin designed for regulated use. Managing over €150 billion in assets, the bank aims to bring compliant, low-volatility digital euros to both retail and institutional users. EUROD will first list on Madrid-based exchange Bit2Me, which counts backing from Telefonica, Unicaja, and BBVA. The …
Ripple has announced a strategic partnership with Absa Bank to offer digital asset custody services for customers in South Africa. Using Ripple’s institutional-grade technology, Absa will provide secure, scalable storage for tokenized assets, including cryptocurrencies. As Ripple’s first major custody partner in Africa, the deal highlights rising demand for reliable digital asset infrastructure across emerging …
Coinbase has announced a strategic investment in CoinDCX as part of its plan to strengthen its footprint in India and the Middle East, two regions with more than 100 million crypto owners. The move highlights Coinbase’s growing interest in emerging crypto markets, aiming to support local innovation, expand access to digital assets, and enhance global …
OKX CEO Star revealed that the exchange has tightened anti–money laundering measures on all transactions connected to the Huione Group, citing its harmful influence on the crypto market. Every deposit and withdrawal involving Huione will undergo a detailed compliance review. Depending on the findings, OKX may freeze assets or close accounts to safeguard users and …
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has signed an executive order establishing the nation’s first city-level Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain. The new office, led by Moises Rendon, aims to drive crypto and blockchain development under a clear regulatory framework. It will strengthen collaboration between government and industry, attract skilled talent, enhance public services, …
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, who oversees about $12 trillion, said more than $4.5 trillion is already invested in crypto and expects the market to expand quickly. He framed crypto as a growing alternative asset class, increasingly accepted by mainstream investors and institutions. Fink’s outlook suggests rising adoption, deeper liquidity, and broader product offerings as capital …
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said the company will release its fully open-source Wallet Development Kit (WDK) this week, with starter wallets for iOS and Android. The WDK demo showcases a template wallet featuring full non-custodial control, multiple mnemonic backup options, and a complete DeFi module covering USDT, USDT0, lending, swapping, and more. The goal is …
Elon Musk explained that Bitcoin’s value is tied to real energy use. Unlike fiat currencies, which governments can print without limit, energy is a finite resource that can’t be faked. This makes Bitcoin unique because mining requires actual energy consumption, grounding its value in something tangible. Musk’s point highlights why Bitcoin is considered more secure …
South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has restarted its review of Binance’s 67% stake acquisition in local exchange Gopax after a two-year pause due to regulatory concerns. The FIU is currently examining Gopax’s executive change filing favorably, with approval likely by the end of 2025. This move could pave the way for Binance’s return to …
On October 13, Ethereum spot ETFs saw $429 million in net outflows for the third straight day, while Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $327 million in withdrawals. Amid the sell-off, BlackRock’s IBIT was the lone bright spot, posting a net inflow of about $60 million. The move highlights investor confidence in IBIT despite overall bearish ETF …
Michael Saylor’s “Strategy” has purchased an additional 220 BTC for about $27.2 million, averaging $123,561 per bitcoin, achieving a 25.9% Bitcoin yield year-to-date in 2025. As of October 12, 2025, the company holds 640,250 BTC, acquired at an average price of roughly $74,000 each, totaling about $47.38 billion in Bitcoin investments. This solidifies Strategy’s position …
China Renaissance, a Beijing-based investment bank, is in talks to raise $600 million to create a public fund investing in Binance’s cryptocurrency, BNB. Alongside, YZi Labs, the family office of Binance’s founder, plans to invest $200 million. Earlier, China Renaissance revealed plans in August to invest $100 million in BNB. This collaboration signals strong institutional …
The Prime Minister of the UAE has officially declared Bitcoin and cryptocurrency a “new sector” for the nation’s economy. This landmark move signals the UAE’s bold embrace of digital assets, recognizing their growing impact on finance, investment, and innovation. By integrating crypto into the country’s official economic sectors, the UAE aims to attract global investment, …
Hyperliquid is launching the HIP-3 upgrade, allowing developers to launch their own decentralized perpetual markets in a fully permissionless way. To create a new perp DEX on HyperCore, builders stake 500,000 HYPE tokens, which helps protect users and ensure quality. HIP-3 works with HyperEVM, adding smart contracts, on-chain governance, and robust safety checks. With this …
The Singapore High Court has approved the restructuring plan for Indian crypto exchange WazirX. This decision allows users to recover up to 55% of the $235 million lost in a July 2024 hack. Following months of legal challenges, including an earlier rejected plan and a revote with 95% creditor support, payouts in USDT equivalent are …
Hyperliquid founder Jeff has accused some centralized exchanges of drastically underreporting liquidation events, creating a false picture of market activity. He claimed that even when thousands of liquidations happen in just one second, exchanges may show only a single event publicly. According to him, this practice can lead to actual figures being understated by as …
Bitcoin mining firm Marathon Digital has boosted its crypto reserves with a fresh $46 million purchase of 400 BTC. The move strengthens its position as one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin holders. With this addition, Marathon’s total holdings have climbed to 53,250 BTC, currently valued at over $6.12 billion. The company’s continued accumulation underlines …