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BlackRock Discusses Crypto ETF Options, Tokenization, and Staking in SEC Meeting

BlackRock is ramping up its engagement with U.S. regulators, meeting with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force on May 9 to present its growing suite of digital asset products and to push forward conversations around the evolving regulatory landscape.

09.05.2025 22:15 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

New ETFs Leverage Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Gold for High-Risk Strategies

Defiance ETFs has proposed four innovative exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on leveraged strategies targeting the price movements of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and gold.

09.05.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Rootstock Hits Milestones in Mining, But DeFi Faces a Downturn

Rootstock, a platform bridging smart contracts with Bitcoin, saw a significant increase in mining activity and network security during early 2025, despite a slowdown in overall usage.

09.05.2025 16:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Stripe Launches Stablecoin Financial Accounts to Bridge TradeFi and Crypto

Stripe, the global payments leader, has taken a major step into the world of stablecoins with the introduction of its new feature, Stablecoin Financial Accounts.

09.05.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

US Market Outflows Surge Amid Rising Tariff Volatility

Recent insights from Bank of America (BofA) suggest that rising market volatility, exacerbated by tariff issues, has prompted investors to retreat from US equities.

09.05.2025 14:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

DOOD Token Launch Triggers NFT Market Frenzy

Excitement is building ahead of tomorrow’s DOOD token launch, the long-awaited airdrop tied to the popular Doodles NFT brand.

09.05.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

A New Bitcoin Giant? Trump Insider Prepares $300M Public Crypto Firm

David Bailey, known for his close ties to Donald Trump on crypto policy, is preparing to launch a major Bitcoin investment vehicle named Nakamoto, backed by $300 million in funding.

08.05.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Whale Gambles Big on Trump Dinner – and Loses Millions

A cryptocurrency trader reportedly lost $2.8 million in an hour after purchasing 1.39 million TRUMP tokens, aiming to secure a spot at an exclusive gala dinner with President Donald Trump.

08.05.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Founder Calls U.S. Prison ‘Terrifying,’ Shares Life Lessons

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has broken his silence about his time behind bars, describing the four months he spent in a U.S. prison as one of the most unsettling and eye-opening periods of his life. Speaking in a recent interview with Rug Radio, Zhao recounted the emotional and psychological toll of incarceration. Lacking U.S. citizenship […]

07.05.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

eToro Targets $4B Valuation With Planned Nasdaq Debut

Israeli trading platform eToro is preparing to go public in the U.S., aiming for a valuation of up to $4 billion as it moves to list shares on the Nasdaq under the ticker “ETOR.”

07.05.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

S&P 500 Flashes Rare Pattern, But Market Signals Remain Divided

April brought an unusual twist to the U.S. stock market. The S&P 500 plummeted more than 10% during the month, only to rebound and close within 2% of where it began.

07.05.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Ties Crypto to U.S. Power Play as Digital Assets Take Center Stage

Cryptocurrency may have existed long before Donald Trump returned to the White House, but under his leadership, digital assets have gone from a fringe technology to a central pillar of U.S. economic strategy.

07.05.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Stablecoin Bill Collapse Signals Rough Summer Ahead for Crypto

Bitwise’s Matt Hougan believes crypto’s future hinges less on markets and more on Washington’s ability to legislate.

07.05.2025 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tech Giants Outshine the Market as Investment Surges and Risks Mount

As market uncertainty grows, America’s largest tech firms are proving to be the backbone of investor confidence.

07.05.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Notcoin Says Tap-to-Earn Games Are Over

Notcoin, one of the breakout names in Web3 gaming last year, says the days of mindless “tap-to-earn” mechanics are likely over.

06.05.2025 18:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

What Happens When You Mix Web2 with Crypto? Aptos Has an Answer

Aptos is making waves in the crypto world by embracing a middle path between legacy web platforms and fully decentralized systems.

06.05.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Gold Could Soar to $4,500 Amid Fed Uncertainty, Says Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs has raised its long-term outlook on gold, projecting that the metal could approach $3,880 per ounce by late 2025 if recession fears take hold.

06.05.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tether Steps Into AI With Open-Source Platform That Supports Crypto Payments

Tether, best known for powering the USDT stablecoin, is stepping beyond finance and into artificial intelligence.

06.05.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cathie Wood Sees a Bullish Breakout Ahead for Bitcoin and Stocks

Cathie Wood, head of ARK Invest, believes markets may be on the verge of a surprising rebound, despite widespread concerns about economic slowdown.

06.05.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Funds Attract $2B in Weekly Inflows as Investor Confidence Grows

Capital continues to pour into crypto investment vehicles, with digital assets attracting another $2 billion in fresh inflows last week—pushing the three-week total past $5.5 billion.

05.05.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Why This May Isn’t Your Typical ‘Sell and Go’ Scenario

As spring turns into summer, the old market adage “sell in May and go away” resurfaces, sparking the usual debate among investors. But this year, that seasonal wisdom may not hold much weight.

05.05.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kyrgyzstan Teams Up with Binance to Boost Crypto Payments and Education

Kyrgyzstan is stepping deeper into the digital finance era through a new collaboration with Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.

05.05.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

End of an Era: Buffett Steps Down After Transforming Berkshire Into a Business Empire

Warren Buffett’s decision to pass the torch marks the end of a legendary era in corporate America, closing a 60-year chapter during which he reshaped a struggling textile business into one of the world’s most valuable companies.

04.05.2025 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Faces Backlash Over Memecoin-Linked White House Access

A recent move by U.S. President Donald Trump to reward top holders of his personal cryptocurrency with exclusive access to a White House dinner has sparked sharp criticism from both sides of the political aisle, including among Republicans.

04.05.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

XRP Legal Battle Far From Over Despite Fresh Talks With SEC Commissioner

A meeting between Ripple’s Chris Larsen and SEC commissioner Paul Atkins has sparked renewed speculation about progress in the long-running legal standoff between the blockchain company and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

03.05.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest Loads Up on HOOD as BTC Buying Slows

Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, is shifting gears. While still bullish on Bitcoin’s long-term trajectory, the firm has made a sharp move into equities—most notably with a $10 million buy-in to Robinhood stock following the trading platform’s better-than-expected Q1 results.

03.05.2025 14:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Goldman Sachs Eyes Tokenized Future as Crypto Demand Grows

Goldman Sachs is preparing to scale up its involvement in digital assets, signaling a major shift in how traditional banking views crypto.

03.05.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

As USDT Supply Grows, Tether Funnels Billions Into AI and Energy

Tether kicked off 2025 with a massive financial showing, revealing over $1 billion in profit for the first quarter and deepening its footprint in U.S. government debt.

02.05.2025 20:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Strategy Bets Bigger on Bitcoin Despite Heavy Q1 Losses

Strategy, the rebranded version of MicroStrategy, is pushing forward with its Bitcoin accumulation campaign despite disappointing financial results for the first quarter.

02.05.2025 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Swiss CBDC Pilot Sparks Global Interest in Tokenized Finance

Switzerland’s recent experiment with central bank digital currency (CBDC) tokenization is being hailed as a potential blueprint for global adoption.

02.05.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Launches Regulated Crypto Derivatives Platform in Britain

Kraken is ramping up its derivatives business in the UK with the full launch of its regulated crypto trading platform for professional users.

02.05.2025 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ethereum Devs Tackle Cross-Chain Confusion With New Address Standards

Sending crypto across multiple blockchains can still feel like navigating a maze — especially when it’s unclear which network an address belongs to.

02.05.2025 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Galaxy Digital Targets May Nasdaq Debut Pending Shareholder Approval

Galaxy Digital is preparing to enter the U.S. public markets, aiming for a Nasdaq listing under the ticker “GLXY” as early as May 16.

02.05.2025 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Sam Altman’s Worldcoin Rolls Out Eye-Scanning Tech Across the U.S.

In a move blending sci-fi and crypto, Sam Altman’s Worldcoin project is bringing its iris-scanning tech to the U.S. on a massive scale.

02.05.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Metaplanet Launches U.S. Arm in Florida to Expand Bitcoin Strategy

Metaplanet, the Tokyo-based firm making headlines for its aggressive Bitcoin strategy, is setting its sights on the U.S. by launching a new subsidiary in Florida.

02.05.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ethena Taps TON to Deliver Stablecoin Access to Millions on Telegram

Ethena Labs is extending the reach of its synthetic dollar, USDe, through a new alliance with the TON blockchain—bringing the digital asset to Telegram’s vast user network.

01.05.2025 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple’s Attempt to Acquire Circle Rejected as IPO Takes Priority

Ripple reportedly attempted a bold takeover of Circle, the company behind the USDC stablecoin—but the deal never made it to the finish line.

01.05.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Wall Street Giant Moves Closer to Offering Direct Crypto Trading

Morgan Stanley is gearing up to enter the retail crypto space by integrating digital asset trading into its E*Trade platform, with a launch targeted for next year.

01.05.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Amazon Stock Rises Despite Tariff Controversy Ahead of Q1 Earnings

Amazon briefly sparked political controversy after exploring the idea of showing shoppers how tariffs are impacting product prices—a move that quickly drew fire from President Trump’s team.

30.04.2025 16:57 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Gold Rally Loses Steam as Technical Signals Point to Pullback

Gold may be running out of steam after its recent climb past $3,000, with technical indicators flashing signs of exhaustion.

01.05.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC Drops Probe Into PayPal’s Stablecoin, Clearing Path for Crypto Expansion

Regulatory clouds have cleared for PayPal’s stablecoin, PYUSD, as the SEC has officially ended its investigation without pursuing any enforcement.

01.05.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Is the Future, Not Banks, Says Eric Trump

Eric Trump has voiced strong support for cryptocurrency, criticizing traditional banking for falling behind the times.

30.04.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Adds Five Tokens to VIP Loan, Market Reaction Mixed

Binance has rolled out new borrowing options for a fresh batch of altcoins, introducing Hyperlane, SIGN, Initia, KERNEL, and WalletConnect to its VIP Loan platform.

30.04.2025 20:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. Court Shuts Down Treasury’s Attempt to Reblacklist Tornado Cash

A federal court in Texas has blocked the U.S. Treasury from ever reimposing sanctions on the crypto mixing service Tornado Cash, putting an end to a long-running legal saga.

30.04.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto and Wall Street Collide: $8.2 Billion in Deals Reshape 2025

The landscape for crypto acquisitions and listings is exploding in 2025, and billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya believes it’s no accident.

30.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Circle Doubles Down on Global Expansion With Abu Dhabi License

Circle, the company behind the popular stablecoin USDC, is expanding its global footprint after securing a key regulatory license in the United Arab Emirates.

29.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase Teams Up with Founders Factory to Support UK Crypto and AI Startups

Coinbase is stepping deeper into the worlds of blockchain and AI with a new 16-week startup accelerator, created in collaboration with Founders Factory, Animoca Brands, and Fabric Ventures.

29.04.2025 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tether’s XAUT Confirms Gold Reserves as Demand Surges Amid Global Uncertainty

Tether’s tokenized gold product, XAUT, has officially confirmed its reserves, revealing backing of over 246,500 ounces of gold — more than 7.7 tons.

29.04.2025 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Vitalik Buterin Responds to Critics with Plan to Transform Ethereum

Ethereum is once again at a crossroads, facing mounting concerns about whether its core network can keep up with growing demand.

29.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read

Changpeng Zhao’s “Buy the Dip” Comment Fuels Hopes of Crypto Rebound

Former Binance chief Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ, recently stirred speculation across the crypto community with a simple, joking tweet: “Hope you bought the dip,” followed by a laughing emoji.

28.04.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Exchange Bitget Seeks Damages After VOXEL Trading Glitch

Bitget is taking legal action after uncovering a coordinated exploit that cost the exchange over $20 million.

28.04.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Investors Sue Nike Following Sudden Shutdown of RTFKT NFT Platform

Nike is facing a new legal battle after a group of NFT and crypto asset buyers accused the company of leaving them with major financial losses.

28.04.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

No IPO Plans for Ripple in 2025, Confirms Company Leadership

Ripple has officially put IPO rumors to rest, confirming it has no intention of going public in 2025.

28.04.2025 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Top Bank CEOs Cash Out Millions in Stock Sales in 2025

Top executives at two of America’s biggest banks are continuing to cash out large portions of their personal stock holdings.

27.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Arkansas City Halts Crypto Mining Plans Amid Public Backlash

Arkansas City has officially canceled its planned crypto mining project following intense opposition from residents and key stakeholders.

26.04.2025 13:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Russia Eyes a High-End Crypto Trading Platform for Wealthy Investors

As global sanctions continue to isolate Russia from traditional financial networks, the country’s top financial bodies — the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance — are preparing to launch a government-backed cryptocurrency exchange.

24.04.2025 13:20 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

KiloEx Unveils Full Compensation Plan After April Exploit

Following the April 14 exploit that disrupted operations, KiloEx has revealed a compensation plan for impacted users. The plan covers three core groups: traders, Hybrid Vault stakers, and VIP users.

24.04.2025 13:11 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ripple Gave Millions to Trump Before SEC Softened Its Stance

Ripple Labs quietly emerged as one of the largest financial backers of Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration, contributing nearly $5 million just months before federal regulators began softening their stance toward the company.

23.04.2025 13:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bithumb Splits Business as It Eyes Late 2025 IPO

Amid rising regulatory pressure and political uncertainty in South Korea’s crypto sector, Bithumb is restructuring its business in a strategic move ahead of a planned IPO.

23.04.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Telegram’s Durov Warns of Rising Threat to Privacy as Europe Eyes Encryption Backdoors

A recent push by French lawmakers to weaken encryption in messaging apps has drawn sharp criticism from Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, who warns that such efforts are a direct assault on personal privacy in the digital age.

22.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov