Crypto
The Future of Cryptocurrency is Decentralized Markets
The surge in DeFi trading volumes signals a shift towards decentralized platforms as they gain traction over centralized exchanges.
Finance
Transforming Equity Lending: The Push Towards Onchain Solutions
The traditional equity lending market struggles with inefficiencies that could be resolved with onchain technology, offering faster settlements and automated processes.
News
Nomura Expands Into Japan's Institutional Cryptocurrency Sector
Nomura's Laser Digital Holdings is in discussions with Japan's FSA to secure a crypto trading license aimed at institutional investors.
Ecosystem
Professor Addresses Myths Surrounding Stablecoin Yields
A Columbia Business School professor dismissed banking industry misconceptions about stablecoin yields as Congress approaches market structure changes.
Crypto
Trump's $2,000 Tariff Dividend Proposal and Its Implications for Crypto
President Trump announced a $2,000 economic stimulus for Americans from tariff revenues, raising concerns about its impact on long-term inflation and cryptocurrency markets.
Crypto
EU's Crypto Regulation Faces New Scrutiny as Centralization Talks Intensify
As MiCA moves into its execution phase, calls grow for regulatory oversight to shift from national regulators to the ESMA amid discrepancies in enforcement across Europe.
Investigation
Investigation Links 100,000 BTC Hyperliquid Whale to Ex-BitForex CEO
A probe has established a connection between a significant whale managing over 100,000 BTC on Hyperliquid and Garrett Jin, the former CEO of BitForex, which collapsed under fraud allegations.
Crypto
KuCoin's European Division Achieves MiCA License While Malta Stands Aside
KuCoin EU garners a crucial MiCA license from Austria's Financial Market Authority, enabling its operations across 29 EEA nations, but excluding Malta.
News
ShapeShift Resumes Focus on Privacy with Zcash Shielded Transactions
ShapeShift has reintroduced support for Zcash's shielded transactions, marking a return to privacy-centric cryptocurrency.
News
Investigation Launched into Trump-Associated WLFI's $500M UAE Investment
House Democrats are probing a substantial investment linked to Trump’s company, seeking clarity on its implications for national security.
Blockchain
European Tokenization Firms Urge Rapid Revisions to DLT Pilot Amid US Advances
European tokenization companies are pressing EU lawmakers to promptly adjust the DLT Pilot Regime, fearing that current regulations may drive on-chain markets to the US.
Crypto
Bitnomial Introduces First US-Regulated Tezos Futures for Retail Investors
Bitnomial has launched its first futures contracts for Tezos' XTZ, allowing both institutional and retail traders access to this cryptocurrency's price movements on a US-regulated platform.
Finance
Crypto Firms Suggest Stablecoin Solutions Amid Senate Delays
Crypto companies are proposing ways to ease legislation stalling in the Senate regarding market structure and stablecoins.
News
Coinbase Resists Emergency Measures Against Its Prediction Markets in Nevada
A Nevada judge has denied regulators' emergency move to suspend Coinbase's prediction markets while a legal battle unfolds.
Asia
New Era of Surveillance in South Korea's Crypto Market
South Korea's regulatory measures for cryptocurrencies are tightening as new surveillance systems are implemented and significant court rulings are made.
Government
Spain is Set to Introduce Social Media Restrictions for Minors Under 16
Spain's Prime Minister reveals new regulations aimed at banning social media access for children to ensure their safety online.
Crypto
Concerns Raised by New York Officials About GENIUS Act's Impact on Stablecoin Regulation
New York prosecutors express worries that the GENIUS Act may inadvertently allow fraud in the stablecoin market.
News
Nevada Temporarily Halts Polymarket Operations, Challenges CFTC Authority
A temporary restraining order issued by a Nevada judge stops Polymarket from conducting business, questioning the CFTC's exclusive control over event-based contracts.
Crypto
Decentralized Finance Avoids Regulatory Constraints as Global Regulations Tighten
While Europe addresses crypto tax issues and U.S. lawmakers reconsider market structures, DeFi remains unregulated, raising concerns for the future.
News
European Commission Urges 12 Nations to Enforce Crypto Tax Regulations
The European Commission has issued warnings to twelve countries for not implementing EU tax reporting rules for digital assets, highlighting Hungary's non-compliance with the MiCA framework.
