Celsius’ Mashinsky gets permanent trading ban in CFTC settlement

In recent developments, the US commodities watchdog has settled with Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, ending the agency’s first-ever case against a crypto lending platform. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Microsoft warns users of ‘Crypto Clipper’ malware spread via USB drives

In recent developments, the malware blends data theft with remote code execution, “turning a financially motivated stealer into a lightweight backdoor,” Microsoft said. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Algorand plans ‘broad quantum resilience’ by 2027

In recent developments, algorand is planning new accounts and consensus mechanisms designed to be resistant to the cryptography-breaking threat of quantum computers. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

AllUnity debuts SEKAU, a fully reserved Swedish krona stablecoin

In recent developments, allUnity launches Swedish krona-backed stablecoin SEKAU with multi-chain support, expanding its stablecoin portfolio regulated under the EU’s MiCA framework. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Franklin Templeton files ETFs that turn stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure

In recent developments, the proposed funds would allocate stock dividends to Bitcoin-linked investments, using a dividend reinvestment strategy to build crypto exposure over time. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Goldman Sachs cuts year-end gold target by $500, doubting rate cuts

In recent developments, goldman Sachs revised its year-end forecast for gold to $4,900, indicating an increase from current levels, but less than previously expected. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Bitcoin activity nears record highs on microtransaction surge

In recent developments, near-record OP_RETURN usage is driving a surge in low-value Bitcoin transactions, pushing Bitcoin network activity close to all-time highs despite muted price action. Looking closer, market participants…

Bitcoin tipped for Q3 ‘macro bottom’ near $50K as major liquidity grab looms

In recent developments, bitcoin market participants may be left in “complete disbelief” as the market reverses from a liquidity grab without another major leg lower, a trader predicted. Looking closer,…

Binance can serve Philippine traders under SEC framework, BlockShoals says

In recent developments, the exchange’s Philippine return relies on an SEC sandbox arrangement that BlockShoals says permits trading access without a local VASP license. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

WhiteBIT secures MiCA license in Austria ahead of July 1 EU deadline

In recent developments, the Austrian authorization gives WhiteBIT access to the EU’s unified crypto framework, which will require exchanges to hold MiCA licenses or stop serving clients after July 1.…