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Charles Schwab, a leading financial services provider, is preparing to offer direct cryptocurrency investments to its clients, according to President and incoming CEO Rick Wurster.
FTX is gearing up to implement its restructuring plan, with the effective date anticipated for early January 2025.
Gary Gensler, Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), will step down on January 20, paving the way for President-elect Donald Trump to nominate a successor.
Arkham Intelligence, a leading crypto analytics platform, is preparing to debut a spot trading exchange in the U.S.
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple Labs, recently discussed the future of cryptocurrency under a potential Trump administration in an interview with Fox Business.
BitGo has launched a new subsidiary in Singapore, following the acquisition of a major payment institution license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano, has endorsed Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, for a new White House crypto advisory role that Donald Trump is reportedly considering.
In a significant move, the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump is exploring the creation of a dedicated position within the White House to focus on cryptocurrency policy for the first time.
MicroStrategy’s stock surged nearly 40% after announcing on November 18 that it would sell $1.75 billion in convertible notes to acquire more Bitcoin.
Ripple Labs is intensifying its efforts to support entrepreneurs and small businesses in emerging markets through its expanded partnership with Mercy Corps and the launch of the “Unlocking Opportunity” program.
Hamster Kombat, a Web3-based game, is working to reignite interest among its players after seeing a decline in monthly active users (MAUs).
Dutch fintech company Quantoz Payments has launched two Ethereum-based stablecoins, EURQ and USDQ, aiming to stand out in the competitive market by adhering to evolving European regulations.
In the crypto world, the dream of turning small investments into huge returns is alive, though many traders face significant challenges.
Shaquille O’Neal, the former NBA star and sports commentator, has reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit tied to his promotion of the Astrals non-fungible token (NFT) project.
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has officially launched in France after receiving registration as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP).
Binance has issued a warning to its users following the rise of fraudulent tokens falsely linked to the exchange on social media.
The ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the SEC may be nearing a turning point, with experts suggesting the possibility of a settlement or a reduced fine.
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) will begin options trading on Nasdaq starting Tuesday, marking a significant milestone for the $43 billion product.
A U.S. federal judge ruled on November 18 that members of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) could be held liable for the actions of other members under state partnership laws.
Nvidia is set to release its Q3 earnings report on November 20, drawing significant attention from investors amidst concerns over overheating issues with its AI chips.
Binance has expanded its services once again, enhancing the trading experience for its users by adding new trading pairs and rolling out advanced Trading Bot features on its Spot platform.
A federal judge recently denied Kraken’s request to appeal a ruling that allows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit to move forward, emphasizing that an appeal would only delay the process.
Brian Armstrong, the CEO of Coinbase, is reportedly set to meet with Donald Trump as part of the president-elect’s ongoing process of selecting key figures for his administration.
Binance has addressed concerns regarding its upcoming “BFUSD” token, clarifying that it is neither a stablecoin nor a product that has been launched yet.
Shares of Bakkt soared on Monday following reports that Donald Trump’s media company is in advanced discussions to acquire the cryptocurrency exchange.
The SEC’s recent approval of spot Ethereum ETFs, following Bitcoin, marks a key decision that ETH is not a security.
BitMEX Research warns that MicroStrategy’s strategy of issuing bonds to fund Bitcoin purchases carries significant risks.
Goldman Sachs is preparing to spin off its cryptocurrency platform into a separate entity focused on blockchain-based financial products, Bloomberg reported.
Nvidia’s dominance in the tech sector is undeniable, with its stock surging thanks to the booming AI industry.
Bitcoin has been one of the top investments these past years with substantial gains, but what can we say about the top tech company Nvidia?
Ripple’s potential for an IPO is once again in the spotlight as SBI Holdings’ CEO Yoshitaka Kitao calls on the company to prepare for a public listing once its legal battle with the SEC concludes.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has expressed his support for the recently established United States Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
NFT sales have seen a remarkable surge, with weekly volumes hitting $181 million, thanks to renewed bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market.
A prominent figure within the Shiba Inu (SHIB) community, identified as “Lucie” on Platform X, has alerted followers about an alarming rise in scams targeting investors.
Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, recently highlighted the critical impact of the Cardano community on the network’s evolution.
Several U.S. banks are investigating potential security breaches involving debit card data, prompting some to automatically issue replacement cards to affected customers.
A prominent legal battle involving Elon Musk and allegations of Dogecoin (DOGE) price manipulation has officially come to an end.
Elon Musk has ramped up his legal battle against OpenAI and Microsoft by filing an amended lawsuit on November 14, accusing the tech giants of monopolistic practices in the generative AI market.
Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, took to social media to share an urgent message with his nine million followers, reflecting on Bitcoin’s recent surge in price and offering a word of caution.
Reports suggest SEC Chair Gary Gensler may step down after Thanksgiving, leaving the position by early January ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration.
Tether has launched Hadron, a new platform designed to support institutions, corporations, fund managers, and governments in tokenizing a wide range of assets, including stocks, bonds, stablecoins, and loyalty points.
Christopher Giancarlo, the former chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), dismissed rumors suggesting he was being considered for the role of SEC Chair or any position related to crypto within the U.S. Treasury Department.
Ripple’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, recently shared his predictions about the future of cryptocurrency in the U.S. during his participation at Cantor’s annual Crypto Conference.
South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has uncovered up to 600,000 suspected violations of Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations at Upbit, the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.
Bitwise Asset Management has revealed that the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) is set to transition into an exchange-traded product (ETP) after NYSE Arca filed for the listing.
European stocks are experiencing their worst underperformance relative to the S&P 500 in nearly 30 years, with the U.S. index up over 25% while the Stoxx 600 has gained only 5%.
Eighteen U.S. states, spearheaded by Republican attorneys general, are taking legal action against the Securities and Exchange Commission, with SEC Chair Gary Gensler as their primary target.
SEC Chairman Gary Gensler spoke at the Practising Law Institute’s annual securities regulation conference, offering an overview of his tenure since April 2021.
The liquidators of the collapsed crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital (3AC) are seeking to increase their claim against FTX from $120 million to $1.53 billion.
MoonPay has introduced MoonPay Balance, a new payment solution designed to enable users to store and spend fiat balances while also providing a seamless entry point into decentralized finance (DeFi).
Ross Ulbricht, the creator of the infamous Silk Road marketplace, who is serving a life sentence in federal prison, recently shared his first public message since the 2024 U.S. election.
Deutsche Telekom has made a significant step in the decentralized tech space by partnering with Meta Pool as part of the Enterprise Node Operator (ENO) program.
In its 2023 Financial Insights Report, the Cardano Foundation, a nonprofit focused on promoting the Cardano ecosystem, revealed that it held assets totaling nearly $478 million by the end of the year.
Coincheck, a Tokyo-based crypto exchange under Monex Group, is set to become the first Japanese exchange listed on the Nasdaq, potentially by December 10.
In 2023, cryptocurrency usage was more prevalent among U.S. households with limited access to traditional banking, according to a report by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC).
Cardano co-founder Charles Hoskinson recently shared that he had a discussion with Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse, offering praise for Garlinghouse’s leadership.
MicroStrategy has continued to increase its Bitcoin holdings, recently purchasing an additional 27,200 BTC for approximately $2.03 billion, bringing its total to 279,420 BTC.
Bitcoin miner MARA Holdings Inc. (formerly Marathon Digital) saw its shares drop by 9.1% in after-hours trading after reporting third-quarter earnings that fell short of revenue expectations.
On Tuesday, an unexpected announcement sent Dogecoin prices soaring, turning a popular meme-driven narrative into a real-life initiative.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s story is being adapted for the big screen, despite his looming 25-year prison sentence.