Hong Kong insurers face 100% capital hit on direct Bitcoin and crypto bets

Hong Kong’s insurance regulator drafts first Asian framework letting insurers hold crypto under a 100% risk charge while stablecoins track fiat-based capital rules. The Hong Kong Insurance Authority has published draft regulations enabling insurers to invest in cryptocurrencies with a… дальше »

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XRP ETFs Attract Global Pension Funds And Insurers, Canary CEO Reveals

Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg says the investor mix showing up in XRP ETFs is broader and more institutional than the market tends to assume, with interest coming from pension funds and insurance allocators who prefer a regulated, brokerage-native wrapper over the operational burden of spot. дальше »

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Crypto may enter insurers’ portfolios as Hong Kong reviews capital rules

Hong Kong’s insurance regulator is reportedly weighing a proposal to let insurers invest in cryptocurrencies with a 100% capital charge. дальше »

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Here’s why Hong Kong is rethinking how insurers invest in crypto and infrastructure

Hong Kong is reviewing how its insurance sector allocates capital, as regulators look to balance financial stability with the city’s push into digital finance and large-scale infrastructure. New proposals from the insurance watchdog suggest a shift in allowing insurers to invest in cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and government-prioritised projects, reports Bloomberg. While still at an early stage, […] дальше »

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Hong Kong proposes new rules to tap insurance capital into cryptocurrencies

Public consultation on the proposal will occur from February to April 2025, with legislative submissions expected later that year. дальше »

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Hong Kong proposes new law allowing insurers to invest in crypto

Hong Kong is weighing a cautious shift that could open the door for insurers to enter crypto markets. The city’s Insurance Authority is proposing new rules that would allow insurance firms to invest in assets such as cryptocurrencies and infrastructure.… дальше »

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US Senate Confirms Mike Selig as CFTC Chair

US Senate confirms Mike Selig to run the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and Travis Hill to lead the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. The post US Senate Confirms Mike Selig as CFTC Chair appeared first on DeFi Rate. дальше »

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As the global financial system seems to be facing a reset, XRP combined with IO DeFi cloud mining become a new “double insurance” for investors

Amid market uncertainty, investors turn to IO DeFi for stable cloud mining returns backed by renewable energy technology. The global financial system is facing pressure to reset. Declining efficiency in cross-border settlements, recurring inflation, and geopolitical risks are prompting investors… дальше »

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FDIC clears U.S. banks to issue Dollar stablecoins under GENIUS Act

For years, the U. S. banking system and the world of stablecoins lived in two separate realities: one governed by strict Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) oversight and the other by the "wiThe post FDIC clears U. дальше »

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Evening digest: WBD backs Netflix, India opens insurance, crypto turns cautious

Warner Bros. Discovery firmly rejected Paramount’s takeover bid in favor of Netflix’s cleaner offer, while Japan’s Mizuho made its biggest-ever bet on India with a major Avendus acquisition. Continuing the trend of international interest, India also moved to fully open its insurance sector to foreign investors. дальше »

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US banks may soon issue stablecoins under FDIC plan to implement GENIUS Act

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.'s proposal outlines how banks could seek approval to issue payment stablecoins as US regulators move from legislation to rule-making. дальше »

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'Bitcoin Is Trust-Minimized Insurance,' Szabo Says

Szabo has emphasized Bitcoin's unique property of minimizing trust requirements while functioning as a hedge or insurance. дальше »

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IOTA Makes Major Foray Into US

U.S. institutions now have a compliant way to hold, trade, and manage IOTA tokens within a trusted regulatory framework that includes insurance coverage against theft, loss, or misuse of keys. . дальше »

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US regulator mulls guidance for tokenized deposit insurance, stablecoins

Acting FDIC Chair Travis Hill said the agency is also working on a regime for stablecoin issuance and expects to issue a proposal for an application process by the end of year. дальше »

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BitGo Adds Canton Coin Custody as First US Qualified Provider

BitGo offers Canton Coin custody with $250M insurance, regulated cold storage, and multi-signature protection. The post BitGo Adds Canton Coin Custody as First US Qualified Provider appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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Crypto VC Funding: Polymarket dominates with $2b investment, Kalshi raises $300m

Some 20 companies secured nearly $3.2 billion in crypto funding, including one firm that specializes in Bitcoin-backed life insurance. дальше »

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'Insurance against Bitcoin' – Naval Ravikant fuels Zcash’s 100% rally, but...

Key Takeaways  Why did Zcash rally this week? Zcash more than doubled after Naval Ravikant endorsed it as “insurance against Bitcoin.” Will the uptrend continue?  It can if the financial priThe post 'Insurance against Bitcoin' – Naval Ravikant fuels Zcash’s 100% rally, but... appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Ripple Expands RLUSD Stablecoin Reach Across Africa

Ripple is expanding RLUSD into Africa through fintech collaborations and climate insurance pilots. The move underscores stablecoin demand in regions with volatile currencies, while regulatory oversight shapes the token’s global positioning. дальше »

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Crypto Insurance is here - How DeFi protocols are protecting investor funds!

Decentralized finance is a realm of staggering growth, ballooning into a market worth hundreds of billions. However, for investors, every gain is shadowed by the constant threat of a crippling hack orThe post Crypto Insurance is here - How DeFi protocols are protecting investor funds! appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Nexus Mutual’s $250k payout cushions blow for Arcadia hack victims

Nexus Mutual has transferred $250,000 to reimburse users caught in Arcadia Finance’s $3.5 million exploit, marking one of Base blockchain’s first major insurance settlements. The payout arrives as Arcadia’s own recovery plan remains weeks from implementation. On August 4, crypto… дальше »

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Coinbase and FDIC Lawsuit Continues With Latest Filing

Coinbase not backing down in FOIA lawsuit against US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation дальше »

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Federal Reserve, FDIC and OCC clarify crypto custody rules for banks

U.S. banking regulators have issued a statement clarifying the rules around cryptocurrency safekeeping, or custody, by banking organizations. The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Office of the Comptroller of the… дальше »

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Crypto.com secures $120m insurance for U.S. custody platform

Crypto exchange Crypto.com has announced it secured $120 million in insurance coverage for digital assets held in Crypto.com Custody Trust, its U.S.-based solution. The exchange said in an announcement that the $120 million insurance cover is arranged by Aon, a… дальше »

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Binance SAFU in Crypto Explained: Meaning, Origin, and How It Works

Binance SAFU (Secure Asset Fund for Users) is an emergency insurance fund established by Binance in July 2018. The fund was created as a means to reimburse victims of security The post Binance SAFU in Crypto Explained: Meaning, Origin, and How It Works appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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MSI Token Launch Marks Major Milestone for Decentralized Insurance

On May 21, 2025, Max Safe Insurance (MSI) made its market debut on Hotcoin Global, registering a remarkable +160% gain within minutes, climbing from an initial price of $0. 50 to an all-time high of $1. дальше »

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PepeX price prediction as Berkshire says AI will prove game-changing

Even though AI stocks have taken a significant hit this year due to Trump tariffs and concerns of a looming recession ahead, they remain at the front and centre of all financial debates in 2025. According to Ajit Jain, the vice chairman of the insurance operations at Berkshire Hathaway, it is beyond doubt that artificial […] дальше »

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BTC-denominated insurance firm meanwhile secures $40m in VC funding

A Bitcoin-denominated life insurance firm regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority called meanwhile has secured $40 million in a Series A funding round. The company, whose pioneering product is a Bitcoin (BTC) denominated Whole Life Insurance, announced it raised the… дальше »

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Florida’s Bitcoin Reserve Bill Unanimously Passes Subcommittee Vote

Florida's Bitcoin Reserve bill, backed by bipartisan support, has passed the Insurance and Banking Subcommittee with no opposing votes, signaling a major crypto win. The post Florida’s Bitcoin Reserve Bill Unanimously Passes Subcommittee Vote appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Florida bill proposes investing in Bitcoin, first hearing set for April 10

Florida lawmakers are considering a proposal that would allow the state to invest public funds in Bitcoin.  House Bill 487 is scheduled for a public hearing on Wednesday, April 10, in the Insurance & Banking Subcommittee. On April 8, it… дальше »

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FDIC working on new crypto guidelines, eyes public blockchain use by banks

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is formalizing a more permissive and transparent framework for US banks engaging with crypto, including the use of public, permissionless blockchains. дальше »

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Crypto VC funding: Tabit Insurance raises $40m, Rain secures $24.50m

This past week, the crypto VC community focused their investment activity on financial infrastructure services. дальше »

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FDIC rescinds policy that hindered banks’ crypto participation

FDIC has released a new crypto policy, scrapping a previous guidance that curtailed engagement in crypto activity. The US banking agency issued the new guidance in a press release on March 20, 2025 The US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) announced on Friday, March 28, 2025, that it is rescinding previous guidance requiring banks to […] The post FDIC rescinds policy that hindered banks’ crypto participation appeared first on CoinJournal. дальше »

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US regulators FDIC and CFTC ease crypto restrictions for banks, derivatives

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) said in a March 28 letter that institutions under its oversight, including banks, can now engage in crypto-related activities without prior approval. дальше »

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FDIC says banks can engage in crypto activities without prior approval

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) issued new guidance on March 28 clarifying that FDIC-supervised banks may engage in crypto-related activities without first obtaining the agency’s approval, provided they manage the associated risks by safety and soundness standards. дальше »

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‘Turning the page’: FDIC says banks can engage in crypto-related activities

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has issued new guidance allowing FDIC-supervised institutions to engage in permissible crypto-related activities without prior agency approval.  This marks a reversal from previous policies that were seen as restrictive toward banks working with crypto firms.… дальше »

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EU watchdog proposes full capital reserves for crypto insurers’ holdings

European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) proposes 100% capital reserves for insurers’ crypto holdings. As of late 2023, European insurers weren’t heavily invested in cryptocurrencies. дальше »

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Страховая компания на Бермудах запустит полисы с обеспечением в биткоинах

Страховая компания Tabit Insurance, зарегистрированная на Бермудских островах, сообщила о запуске полисов с обеспечением в биткоинах. дальше »

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Tabit Insurance secures $40m facility capitalized entirely in Bitcoin

Tabit Insurance, a Barbados-based company offering insurance solutions for the digital assets industry, raised $40 million in a facility capitalized in Bitcoin. The company said in a press release that the capitalization of the $40 million insurance facility in Bitcoin… дальше »

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Justin Sun Reveals Rules of Making Memes on Tron: Details

Tron Founder unveils insurance for meme coin creators on protocol дальше »

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How crypto exchanges handle liquidity crises after major hacks

Crypto exchanges manage liquidity crises following major hacks by leveraging insurance funds, seeking emergency financing, suspending services, and collaborating with industry players. дальше »

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Bittensor App Gets Hack Risk Cover From Nexus Mutual-Backed Insurance Firm Native

Team Rizzo, which operates Bittensor subnets and validator services, has snagged $25 million in on-chain cover from Native, a digital asset insurance specialist. дальше »

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Coinbase Custody Fortifies Security Shield: Major Enhancement to Crypto Insurance Coverage

In light of the recording breaking $1.5 billion Lazarus Group hack of ByBit, worried investors are even more focused on digital asset security and insurance – so how does Coinbase stack up? дальше »

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“Regulation through exhaustion”: see how the FDIC was forcing banks to stop services to crypto clients

On Feb. 5, 2025, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation released 175 documents from the Biden-era FDIC correspondence ahead of the U. S. Senate Banking Committee GOP hearing on the debanking of crypto companies. дальше »

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FDIC releases documents related to crypto debanking

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has released more than 100 documents related to the highly criticized and controversial “debanking” of crypto companies and individuals. In a press release on Feb. дальше »

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Interview: Our modular design makes us more scalable, efficient, says RedStone’s COO on gaining market share

Blockchain technology is revolutionizing industries such as financial markets, global trade, insurance, and gaming, with the potential to bring hundreds of trillions of dollars worth of assets onchain. дальше »

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Telcoin has received approval for its Digital Asset Depository Bank Charter

Telcoin has received approval for its Digital Asset Depository Bank Charter in Nebraska This positions Telcoin as one of the first federally regulated digital asset depository banks in the USA With this charter, Telcoin can now issue stablecoins and hold deposits at a Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. дальше »

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Protect Your Bitcoin — And Yourself — With AnchorWatch

Becca Rubenfeld and the AnchorWatch team recently unveiled a first-of-its-kind bitcoin custody plus insurance solution, which aims to not only keep their customers’ bitcoin safe, but the customers themselves, as well. дальше »

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MEXC’s Insurance Fund Account Provides $414M+ to Mitigate Traders’ Bankruptcy Losses

MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has provided over $414 million through its Insurance Fund Account to cover deficits that occur when users’ losses during liquidation exceed their available margin as of January 23, 2025. дальше »

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MEXC Provides Over $414M As Helping Protection To Traders Through Its Insurance Fund Account

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Pro-Bitcoin Senator Accuses FDIC Of Sabotaging Digital Asset Documentation – Details

In a significant development for the ongoing discourse surrounding the digital asset sector, US Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) has raised serious allegations against the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). дальше »

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