Instant settlement strains crypto’s capital efficiency: Ethan Buchman

In recent developments, crypto trades settle instantly, but at the cost of capital efficiency. This forces firms to overcollateralize and limits how far markets can scale, says Cosmos co-founder Ethan…

CZ memoir revives feud with OKX founder Star Xu over contract forgery, Huobi …

In recent developments, cZ’s new memoir reignited his long-running feud with OKX founder Star Xu, who called the Binance founder a liar in posts on X. Looking closer, market participants…

Standard Chartered mulls folding parts of Zodia Custody in-house: Bloomberg

In recent developments, standard Chartered is reportedly exploring a shake-up of Zodia Custody that would bring parts of the crypto custodian inside its own investment bank. Looking closer, market participants…

Zcash leads US–Iran ceasefire rally with 30% gains: ZEC price bull trap?

In recent developments, zEC’s latest rebound resembled bounces witnessed during the 2021 bear market, raising the odds of a 40% correction in the coming weeks. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

MEXC targets EU MiCA compliance as new CEO takes helm

In recent developments, mEXC appointed Vugar Usi as CEO and outlined plans to expand zero-fee trading and pursue MiCA licensing amid growing industry competition. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

NYT revives Adam Back theory in latest bid to identify Bitcoin creator

In recent developments, a New York Times investigation points to Adam Back as Satoshi Nakamoto, but the Blockstream CEO denies it, and critics say proof is still missing. Looking closer,…

Thailand proposes tighter scrutiny of funders behind crypto firms

In recent developments, thailand’s SEC proposes tightening funding rules for cryptocurrency companies to include anyone backing major shareholders, directly or indirectly. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as…

South Korea draft bill puts stablecoins, RWAs under finance laws: Report

In recent developments, the draft proposal from South Korea’s ruling party reportedly bars stablecoin interest and calls for technical standards to ensure interoperability across blockchain networks. Looking closer, market participants…

Stablecoin yields won’t harm banks, White House economists say

In recent developments, white House economists say banning stablecoin yield would add little to bank lending while imposing significant costs on users. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

South Korea tightens crypto withdrawal-delay exemptions after scam losses

In recent developments, the Financial Services Commission said inconsistent exemption rules created loopholes that allowed funds to move quickly with minimal account history. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…