Standard Chartered, Virtu Financial join new U.K. crypto derivatives platform

Standard Chartered, Virtu Financial, and ABN AMRO Clearing have been announced as strategic partners of Global Futures and Options Ltd. (GFO-X), a U.K.-based crypto derivatives platform. On Dec. 9, GFO-X announced that the three firms, alongside market maker IMC, are… дальше »

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KPMG: Australia’s blockchain industry shrinks by 14% amid shift to AI

Australia’s blockchain industry dropped 14% this year, but changes in ETF regulations and lower interest rates could still help spark a recovery, analysts say. The Australian fintech landscape has seen a drastic decline as the number of active blockchain firms… дальше »

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Coinbase Threatens to Cut Ties with Law Firms Supporting Past Crypto Adversaries

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Donald Trump’s Crypto Czar David Sacks to Tackle Operation Choke Point 2.0

David Sacks, Trump’s crypto czar, promises to combat "Operation Choke Point 2.0," addressing alleged banking suppression of cryptocurrency firms. The post Donald Trump’s Crypto Czar David Sacks to Tackle Operation Choke Point 2.0 appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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US gov told banks to suppress crypto, Coinbase documents show

Internal Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation communications suggest the agency deliberately limited U.S. banks’ involvement with crypto businesses in 2022. These communications, brought to light by Coinbase, highlight how regulatory ambiguity has fueled tension between crypto firms and federal banking authorities.… дальше »

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Chinese app giant sells all Bitcoin ahead of $100,000 milestone

Meitu's crypto exit highlights a strategic pivot to AI, potentially influencing other tech firms to reassess their crypto investments. The post Chinese app giant sells all Bitcoin ahead of $100,000 milestone appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Binance, WazirX among crypto firms evading taxes in India, says gov’t

India has recovered $14 million in goods and services tax from crypto firms like WazirX, but Binance has yet to pay its $85 million tax evasion liabilities, the minister said. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO says it won’t work with law firms who hire anti-crypto staff

Gurbir Grewal was the enforcement chief at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) He joins international law firm Milbank as a partner in its litigation and arbitration practice Brian Armstrong has said that Coinbase won’t work with law firms if they hire people who worked against the crypto industry during their time in government. дальше »

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Crypto firms in Norway’s wealth fund face ethics probe in 2025: report

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund’s ethics council will reportedly conduct investigations into crypto and gambling firms listed in the fund’s portfolio, including Binance and Marathon Digital, over money laundering risks. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO to cut ties with firms that hire officials involved in Biden’s war on crypto

Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong vows that the exchange will cut ties with firms that hire people linked to ‘bad deeds’ of the Biden Administration following Milbank’s hiring of ex-SEC official Gurbir Grewal. дальше »

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US Bitcoin reserve is possible to achieve but not without downsides

Government participation in crypto hasn’t always had great outcomes for the space, with the SEC under the Biden administration causing plenty of headaches for firms. дальше »

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‘Government has become addicted to indirect regulation’ — Ripple CTO

In a recent Joe Rogan interview, venture capitalist Marc Andreessen revealed that the debanking of tech firms caused the Silicon Valley shift toward Trump. дальше »

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Lawsuits could be catastrophic for DAOs if denied ‘limited liability’

The VC firms sued in a California case were active in DAO management, much like general partners, said the court. They could face hefty lawsuits. дальше »

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Stock jumps as Rumble and Jiva Technologies bet on Bitcoin for inflation hedge

Online video platform Rumble and Canadian wellness company Jiva Technologies have joined the growing number of firms adopting Bitcoin as part of their corporate treasury strategy this year. Their decisions reflect a broader trend of institutional interest in the top crypto as businesses seek alternatives to traditional financial assets. дальше »

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Industry Leaders Wrestle for A Spot on Trump’s Crypto Council

Trump’s Crypto Advisory Council attracts interest from major firms like Coinbase and Ripple, but critics caution against insider bias. The post Industry Leaders Wrestle for A Spot on Trump’s Crypto Council appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Crypto firms vying for a place on Trump’s ‘Crypto Council’: report

Sources claim that figureheads from major crypto firms want a seat on Trump’s ‘Crypto Council,’ a government advisory board centered around digital assets that will establish the country’s Bitcoin reserve. дальше »

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Bitwise files for Solana ETF in Delaware

Bitwise files for a Solana ETF as SOL nears its all-time high of $259. Optimism grows with Trump’s election and SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s resignation. Competing firms like VanEck and 21Shares also seek Solana ETF approvals. дальше »

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U.S. SEC Loses Crypto Lawsuit Over 'Dealer' Definition That Pushed Into Crypto

A Texas federal court has rejected the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission's recent rule expanding the definition of a securities dealer to include a wider swath of firms — including some in the cryptocurrency sector. дальше »

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Arcadia Marketing introduces sister company Pandora Marketing

Panama City, Panama – Arcadia Marketing, often regarded as the #1 Web3 marketing firm, is introducing its sister company, Pandora. Arcadia has made a name for itself over the last 3 years, and is regarded as one of the most hard to work with firms in the world. Arcadia works with a maximum of 10 […] дальше »

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MicroStrategy Among Top 100 Public US Firms After Record MSTR Surge

MicroStrategy's $4.6 billion Bitcoin buy fuels a record-breaking $110 billion market cap, spotlighting institutional crypto adoption and strategic risks. The post MicroStrategy Among Top 100 Public US Firms After Record MSTR Surge appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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MicroStrategy eyes $2.6 billion raise for Bitcoin acquisition as it breaks into top 100 US firms

MicroStrategy has increased its convertible debt offering to $2. 6 billion, up from its original $1. 75 billion target, according to a Nov. 20 statement. The firm stated that the proceeds from this offering will fund additional Bitcoin acquisitions and other corporate needs. дальше »

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Hong Kong Cyberport Web3 network grows to 270 blockchain firms

Cyberport’s rapid growth includes over 270 Web3 enterprises and initiatives for real-world blockchain applications in Hong Kong.

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Paxos to acquire Membrane Finance to expand into EU market

Paxos, a prominent stablecoin issuer, has reached an agreement to acquire Membrane Finance, a Finland-based electronic money institution, in a strategic move to gain access to the European Union. This acquisition comes about five months after the EU’s stablecoin regulations, part of the broader Markets in Crypto Asset (MiCA) framework, were implemented. Crypto firms are […] дальше »

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Bitcoin And Ethereum Now Treasury Reserves For International Healthcare Group Cosmos

In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s victory on November 5, there has been a notable surge in interest surrounding Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital assets. This trend is prompting global firms and governments to explore integrating leading cryptocurrencies into their treasury reserves, a shift that reflects a broader acceptance of digital currencies, particularly in the […] дальше »

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Genius Group kicks off Bitcoin treasury play with $10M in BTC 

Genius Group has plans for a podcast to help other firms considering Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset after it found there were no clear guidelines for the process.  дальше »

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Rising Bitcoin tides lift small-cap companies to bold reserve strategies

Three publicly traded companies — Thumzup Media Corporation, Solidion Technology, and Genius Group — are gaining attention by incorporating Bitcoin into their treasury reserves. These firms, each with a market capitalization under $50 million, are making bold moves as Bitcoin continues to attract interest from both retail and institutional investors following its recent surge to […] The post Rising Bitcoin tides lift small-cap companies to bold reserve strategies appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Hong Kong’s HKMA warns against overseas crypto firms posing as banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority cautions the public on overseas crypto firms falsely claiming to be banks, urging caution as such claims may violate local banking laws. Hong Kong‘s financial regulator, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, warning against overseas crypto… дальше »

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MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Strategy Won't Work As Well for Other Companies

I see MicroStrategy's Bitcoin edge disappearing for other firms—this corporate treasury strategy becomes less effective as adoption accelerates. дальше »

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Crypto firms Arca and BlockTower merge as institutional interest in digital assets spikes

Crypto asset managers Arca and BlockTower sign LOI to merge in an all-equity deal, strengthening institutional digital asset offerings. The post Crypto firms Arca and BlockTower merge as institutional interest in digital assets spikes appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Crypto giants Arca and BlockTower merge into one crypto management leader

Arca and BlockTower, two leading firms in digital asset management, announced their plans to merge in an all-equity deal.  Per a joint press release, the merger will create a combined entity that delivers regulated, institutional-grade crypto investment products to a… дальше »

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0G ecosystem secures $290m to build decentralized AI operating system

Zero Gravity Labs — 0G Labs or 0GL — has raised a substantial $40 million seed investment from major venture capital firms, following a $35 million pre-seed earlier this year.  Alongside this, the 0G Foundation, which oversees the governance of… дальше »

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AI-driven Genius Group converts 90% of reserves to Bitcoin

Genius Group's Bitcoin strategy may influence other firms to consider cryptocurrency for treasury management, impacting financial norms globally. The post AI-driven Genius Group converts 90% of reserves to Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Hedge funds and venture capital firms expect Solana will hit $600 this cycle – Survey

Most venture capital and hedge funds expect Solana (SOL) to reach at least $600 in this bull cycle, according to the “Q4 2024 Crypto Investment Manager Survey” by MV Global.   Almost a third of the survey respondents believe SOL will breach the $600 ceiling, while 23. дальше »

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Bitcoin (BTC) Fastest Asset to Cross $1 Trillion

Bitcoin hits $1 trillion milestone faster than biggest Wall Street firms дальше »

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Former Pimco and Milennium executives start a crypto advisory business

Former executives from two major investment firms, Pimco and Millennium, have teamed up to launch a digital asset consultancy, x2B. The firm aims to provide guidance on token launches, fundraising, and related matters. According to a Bloomberg report on Nov.… дальше »

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DWF Labs partners with UCLA for tokenized securities education

The RWA sector could see a more than 50-fold increase by 2030, potentially reaching over $30 trillion, according to the world’s biggest consulting firms. дальше »

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North Korean hacker BlueNoroff targets crypto firms with new malware

According to cybersecurity firm Recorded Future, North Korean hacker groups have stolen approximately $3 billion in funds since 2017. дальше »

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Nigerian Court fines two crypto firms over illegal USDT to naira transaction

Nigerian authorities have fined two crypto firms $30,000 for conducting USDT to naira transactions without a license. According to local Nigerian media outlet Nairametrics, the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted two crypto companies, Egomsinachi Road Autos Limited and Chimera… дальше »

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Blockstream opens R&D center in Lugano: report

Bitcoin and blockchain technology firm Blockstream has launched a research and development hub in Lugano, Switzerland, according to CoinDesk. Blockstream, one of the leading Bitcoin (BTC) infrastructure firms, announced the R&D hub on Nov. 7, noting that the project will… дальше »

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BNB Chain Launches New Tokenization Service for RWAs and Businesses

BNB Chain's new tokenization service focuses on making asset tokenization accessible for RWAs and private firms, particularly SMBs. The post BNB Chain Launches New Tokenization Service for RWAs and Businesses appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Crypto firms launch the Global Dollar stablecoin to boost adoption

The Global Dollar is issued out of Singapore by Paxos and is “substantially compliant” with the MAS Tether’s USDT stablecoin accounts for more than 75% of the market Kraken’s co-founder said there is a “lack of competition” in the stablecoin market A group of cryptocurrency and financial technology companies have introduced a joint stablecoin, the […] The post Crypto firms launch the Global Dollar stablecoin to boost adoption appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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Bitcoin ETFs see $540 million outflow amid increased US Election volatility

Major asset management firms reported significant outflows in Bitcoin ETFs following over $3 billion in inflows since Oct. 23. On Nov. 1, BlackRock’s IBIT showed no change, while Grayscale’s GBTC decreased by $5. дальше »

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Paxos Launches New Stablecoin with Kraken, Robinhood, and Other Crypto Firms

Paxos launches USDG, a new stablecoin on the Global Dollar Network, with support from industry giants and initial issuance in Singapore. The post Paxos Launches New Stablecoin with Kraken, Robinhood, and Other Crypto Firms appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Kraken, Galaxy Digital, and Robinhood back USDG via Global Dollar Network

Prominent cryptocurrency-focused firms like Kraken, Galaxy Digital, and Robinhood have joined forces to back the Global Dollar, a regulated yield-bearing stablecoin developed by stablecoin issuer Paxos. дальше »

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Robinhood, Kraken, Paxos launch Global Dollar stablecoin network

Major firms from crypto and traditional finance have partnered to launch the Global Dollar Network, a regulation-compliant network designed to accelerate the adoption of stablecoins.  дальше »

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Marathon, Riot record highest monthly BTC production since April halving

Both firms partly attributed the rise in Bitcoin production to increasing their respective energized hash rates in October.

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Blockchain Association calls for SEC leadership shift amid ‘shameful’ FDIC reveal: Law Decoded

The Blockchain Association and Coinbase spotlight SEC and FDIC actions, revealing significant financial burdens on crypto firms.

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Standard Chartered’s crypto custodian Zodia to raise $50M

Backed by several financial firms, Zodia expects to tap more diverse investors with a planned $50 million raise.

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21Shares files S-1 application for an XRP ETF

Asset management company 21Shares has joined the list of firms that have filed applications with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). On Nov. дальше »

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XRP ETF Moves Closer To Reality As 21Shares Files S-1 With SEC

On Friday, crypto asset manager 21Shares filed an S-1 registration form for a spot XRP ETF with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish the 21Shares Core XRP Trust. This filing follows similar applications from other firms, including Canary Capital and Bitwise in the past months, as interest in crypto ETFs surges, particularly […] дальше »

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