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Binance.US interim CEO Norman Reed has accused the SEC of targeting the exchange without substantiating claims of fraud.

Digital asset bank Sygnum has secured $58 million in a strategic growth round, pushing its valuation past $1 billion.

The cryptocurrency market stumbled into 2025 with a shaky start as Bitcoin briefly dropped below $90,000, its sharpest decline since the beginning of the year.

Ripple’s legal chief, Stuart Alderoty, has called out the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its handling of cryptocurrency regulations, describing the agency’s strategy as an “anti-crypto crusade” that is falling apart.

Robinhood Markets Inc. and its affiliated broker-dealers have agreed to settle charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for violating federal securities laws.

Binance has solidified its status as the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, dominating both local and global markets.

Blockchain analytics leader Chainalysis has made its first move into artificial intelligence by acquiring Alterya, a tech startup specializing in fraud detection through AI-driven solutions.

Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao are now the focus of a class action lawsuit after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear their appeal on January 13.

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled partially in favor of Coinbase in its legal challenge against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), calling the agency’s rejection of Coinbase’s 2022 rulemaking petition “arbitrary and capricious.”

Jim Cramer, the host of CNBC’s Mad Money, has made headlines with his latest prediction of an impending market crash.

President-elect Donald Trump is expected to prioritize cryptocurrency reform immediately after taking office, with executive orders targeting regulatory hurdles and boosting innovation.

Tether, a major stablecoin issuer, has announced plans to relocate its operations and subsidiaries to El Salvador, following its approval as a licensed Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP).

Chiru Labs, the creators of the popular Azuki NFT collection, have announced plans to launch a new cryptocurrency called ANIME.

FTX, the defunct cryptocurrency exchange, is preparing to refund over $1.2 billion to users who have been locked out of their funds since its 2022 collapse.

Singapore has blocked access to Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction platform, as part of its crackdown on unauthorized gambling services.

Decentralized exchange Mango Markets is shutting down operations following an SEC settlement that required the destruction of its MNGO tokens and their delisting from exchanges.

The cryptocurrency market has seen significant fee-based revenue generation this week, with Tether emerging as the top performer.

El Salvador is experiencing a surge in tourism, coinciding with its adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.

S&P Global predicts global banks will face nearly $1 trillion in credit losses this year, even as the economic outlook shows signs of improvement.

The Usual Protocol has taken steps to address recent concerns about its USD0++ floor price mechanism, unveiling two key updates designed to enhance trust and improve its long-term viability.

Asia has solidified its position as the global leader in cryptocurrency adoption, with countries like India, Vietnam, and Indonesia ranking among the top in user engagement, according to a report by Foresight Ventures and Primitive Ventures.

California’s ongoing wildfire crisis has prompted Ripple and MoonPay to step up with a unique form of aid.

Bybit, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a temporary halt to its trading services in India due to evolving regulatory requirements.

Kraken has started distributing funds to creditors of the failed cryptocurrency exchange FTX, marking a crucial step in addressing the fallout from its 2022 collapse.

The cryptocurrency market struggled today as unexpected strength in U.S. employment data raised fears of prolonged high interest rates.

The growing influence of the cryptocurrency sector has paved the way for various high-profile partnerships, and one of the most notable recent collaborations is between Cardano (ADA) and football giant FC Barcelona.

Ira Auerbach, the former Senior Vice President of Digital Assets at Nasdaq, has made a significant move to Offchain Labs, the team behind Arbitrum.

Block, the financial services and digital payments company, is on track to potentially become the first company with a clear Bitcoin strategy to join the S&P 500, according to Matthew Sigel, the head of digital assets research at VanEck.

Coinbase is under investigation by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which has issued a subpoena for customer data related to Polymarket, a prediction platform built on blockchain technology.

OKX, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, has issued a warning regarding fraudulent browser extensions that have appeared in the Firefox plugin store.

Thailand is preparing to test a new cryptocurrency payment system in Phuket, aiming to integrate digital currencies into its existing legal framework.

The highly anticipated trial of Do Kwon, founder of Terraform Labs, has been delayed until January 26, 2026, as legal proceedings regarding the collapse of his cryptocurrency firm continue.

In the final days of his presidency, Joe Biden’s administration is preparing new export restrictions on AI chips, including those produced by Nvidia, as part of a broader effort to control the global spread of cutting-edge technology.

With only days left in his tenure as Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler made one last critique of the cryptocurrency space, stating that it remains “rife” with bad actors.

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a downturn, primarily driven by concerns over rising inflation in the United States.

Gemini Trust Company may soon resolve its legal dispute with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) through a proposed settlement.

Reddit’s Collectible Avatars NFT program faces uncertainty as the project’s head, Bianca Wyler, confirmed her departure from the company.

Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has announced his resignation, effective January 20.

HashKey Group, a prominent Asia-based cryptocurrency financial services firm, has secured approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) through its European division.

Backpack Exchange has made a bold move into the European crypto market by acquiring FTX EU, the European division of the collapsed FTX Exchange.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has outlined an optimistic vision for the company’s future amidst shifting regulatory tides under the new Trump administration.

The crypto market is showing signs of entering a late-stage bull cycle, with analysts suggesting investors exercise caution as the peak may be approaching.

Four digital asset companies have recently obtained Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) licenses in the Netherlands, granting them the ability to operate across all 27 EU member states.

Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, claims newly unsealed documents expose deliberate efforts by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) to obstruct crypto industry activities in the U.S.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has proposed a “soft pause” on industrial-scale computing to delay the development of superintelligent AI, providing humanity with time to address its potential risks.

Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise, predicts 2025 will be a turning point for cryptocurrency, with tokenization, AI-driven business growth, and increased corporate Bitcoin adoption reshaping the landscape.

Market optimism is growing as investors anticipate economic policies under Donald Trump’s leadership to stimulate growth, with U.S. stocks and the dollar positioned as likely beneficiaries.

JPMorgan analysts have identified a lasting shift in investor behavior, highlighting the growing reliance on gold and Bitcoin as hedges against the declining value of fiat currencies.

MARA Holdings, a leading Bitcoin miner, released its December 2024 update, showcasing a robust strategy to enhance shareholder value.

Bernard Arnault, the French billionaire and chairman of luxury giant LVMH, experienced a substantial decline in his wealth in 2024.

Jesse Pollak, who leads Base and Coinbase Wallet, revealed that Coinbase is considering integrating its staking services into Base, the Ethereum layer-2 network developed by the company.

Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin is rapidly gaining traction, outpacing established competitors like PayPal’s PYUSD and Circle’s EURC in daily trading volumes.

Phantom, the popular cryptocurrency wallet, has dismissed speculation about a potential token launch following its recent social feature rollout.

A proposal submitted by Chaos Labs and LlamaRisk to Aave suggests pegging Ethena’s USDe stablecoin to Tether’s USDT to mitigate volatility risks.

The transition in SEC leadership, with Paul Atkins set to replace Gary Gensler, has reignited optimism that Ripple’s prolonged legal battle over XRP could conclude in 2025.

Crypto lawyer and XRP advocate John Deaton has issued a cautionary message to investors about the increasing prevalence of scams targeting the digital asset industry.

The long-awaited repayment process for users of the defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX has officially begun as the company’s reorganization plan came into effect on January 3.

As the 119th session of Congress begins, Georgia Representative Mike Collins has disclosed a recent cryptocurrency investment, purchasing between $1,001 and $15,000 of Ski Mask Dog (SKI).

Ripple has minted an additional 600,000 RLUSD tokens, according to the latest update from the Ripple Stablecoin Tracker on X.

As MicroStrategy cements its reputation as a Bitcoin (BTC) heavyweight, Japan-based Metaplanet is positioning itself as Asia’s counterpart in the Bitcoin acquisition race.