crypto
Cryptocurrency Hack Losses Fall 87% in February as Scammers Shift to Phishing
- According to Nominis data, the decline follows January’s heavy wave of hacks.
- Security firms noted the drop was helped by stricter controls and better monitoring on exchanges and DeFi platforms.
Tuesday, 10/03/2026 | 21:03 GMT by
Jared Kirui
Winklevoss Twins Move $130M Bitcoin while Gemini Launches US Prediction Markets
- The transfers aren’t confirmed as sales; exchange-linked wallet moves may signal selling.
- Last December, Gemini launched US prediction markets via Gemini Titan after a five-year CFTC review.
Tuesday, 10/03/2026 | 13:56 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
There Are Many Obstacles Behind the CLARITY Act Delay, but Stablecoin Yield Is Not One
- DeFi regulation, banking concerns, and SEC–CFTC tensions complicate progress on the CLARITY Act.
- Policymakers face structural crypto regulation challenges far beyond stablecoin reward restrictions.
Tuesday, 10/03/2026 | 10:57 GMT by
Anndy Lian
CySEC Regulated Coinbase Expands OTC Derivatives Offering Across the EEA
- Contracts include crypto and equity-index futures combining Magnificent Seven stocks with crypto ETFs.
- The exchange obtained its MiFID II licence this year through the acquisition of BUX Cyprus.
Monday, 09/03/2026 | 13:28 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Retail Traders Are No Longer Buying Both: US Equity Share Hits 36%, Crypto Drops
- Altcoin activity declines as CME crypto volume rises 132%, reflecting institutional participation.
- Retail speculative interest shifts to high-growth stocks while altcoin trading volume falls sharply.
Friday, 06/03/2026 | 16:24 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Justin Sun’s $10M Settlement Closes SEC Case Amid Trump-Linked Investment Scrutiny
- SEC alleged unregistered TRX and BTT sales, wash trading, and undisclosed celebrity promotions in three-year case.
- Sun invested $75M in the Trump-linked World Liberty Financial project in 2024.
Friday, 06/03/2026 | 12:50 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Why NYSE’s Parent Is Betting on OKX to Rebuild U.S. Market Structure
- ICE will use OKX price data for U.S.-regulated crypto futures, while OKX could distribute those products to its 120M global users.
- The partnership marks OKX’s institutional comeback in the U.S. after its $504M settlement with regulators.
Friday, 06/03/2026 | 10:37 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
"Dubai Doesn’t Pause Easily": Missiles Hit City, but CFD and Crypto Firms Prioritize Resilience
- “Very calm here actually,” Binance founder Changpeng Zhao said, despite visible defense activity in Dubai.
- Industry observers detect no significant exits as firms reinforce operational resilience and continuity plans.
Thursday, 05/03/2026 | 16:24 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Russian Central Bank Proposes Allowing Banks and Brokers to Obtain Crypto Licenses
- The proposal would let banks and brokers run crypto exchanges under existing licenses through a simplified procedure.
- Crypto industry figures warn the model could sideline existing market operators in favor of traditional finance.
Thursday, 05/03/2026 | 14:54 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Kraken Just Plugged Into the Fed’s Payment System. Here’s Why It Matters
- Direct access to Fedwire could reduce crypto’s reliance on partner banks and bring exchanges closer to the core of the U.S. financial system.
- Kraken’s approval may also set a precedent for other crypto firms seeking limited access to Federal Reserve payment infrastructure.
Thursday, 05/03/2026 | 14:16 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Dubai Regulator Says KuCoin May Be Serving Residents “Without Approval”
- VARA lists KuCoin-linked entities: Phoenixfin, MEK Global, Peken, and KuCoin EU GmbH.
- Last year, the regulator fined 19 firms and issued cease-and-desist orders for unlicensed crypto activities.
Thursday, 05/03/2026 | 10:02 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Kraken Becomes First US Digital Asset Bank with Direct Federal Reserve Access
- Kraken Financial operates as a Wyoming full-reserve SPDI, holding assets equal to client deposits.
- The firm plans phased rollout of Fed account, initially focusing on institutional clients.
Wednesday, 04/03/2026 | 12:48 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Axi Follows Pepperstone and IG with Direct 'Buy Crypto' Launch
- The firm launches Buy Crypto, allowing clients to buy, sell, or hold cryptocurrencies on its platform.
- Fiat-settled crypto perpetual contracts introduced last year reduce risk, improve transparency.
Wednesday, 04/03/2026 | 11:10 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
More Crypto, Fewer Cops
- The US CFTC is set to approve crypto perpetual trading, while the agency is trimming its enforcement staff. Paul Golden weighs on the cost of the US's move towards crypto.
- He also explores the rise of yield-bearing small-cap stocks in the UK and the dilemma with AI stocks.
Wednesday, 04/03/2026 | 09:48 GMT by
Paul Golden
Crypto Spot OTC Rises 109% YoY as CEX Spot Growth Remains Muted: Finery Markets
- Crypto spot OTC volumes grew 109% year-over-year in 2025, while centralized exchange spot volumes expanded at a much slower pace.
- Institutional trading activity is increasingly spread across OTC desks, derivatives venues, and on-chain platforms.
Friday, 27/02/2026 | 18:23 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
British Gamblers Could Soon Pay with Crypto as FCA Eyes New Rules
- FSMA-authorised firms must vary permissions; AML-registered firms need full authorisation.
- Industry Forum tasked with crypto payment approaches in gambling as FCA aligns rules on governance and Consumer Duty.
Friday, 27/02/2026 | 15:38 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Coinbase Employees Reportedly Face Wise “Payment Blocks” Amid UK Banking Crackdown
- Employees report payroll issues; neither Wise nor Coinbase has publicly confirmed claims.
- UK banks increasingly limit crypto-related transfers, citing compliance and fraud risks.
Thursday, 26/02/2026 | 16:35 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
FCA Picks Four Firms for Stablecoin Trials in Sandbox Ahead of Next Year’s Crypto Rules
- The regulator has selected Revolut, Monee, ReStabilise, and VVTX to begin stablecoin sandbox trials in Q1 2026.
- Firms must meet governance, financial crime, and Consumer Duty rules for authorisation.
Wednesday, 25/02/2026 | 13:51 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Russia Proposes Broker-Led Framework for Retail Crypto Trading
- Russia plans to route all retail crypto trading through licensed brokers under a new draft law.
- The proposed framework would integrate digital assets into Russia’s existing securities market structure.
Wednesday, 25/02/2026 | 09:38 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Bithumb $43 Billion Bitcoin Mistake “Highlights Gaps” in South Korea’s Crypto Market
- FSC proposes shareholder limits as investigation into Bithumb error continues through February.
- Most miscredited BTC recovered; 125 remain missing, worth about $8.6 million.
Friday, 20/02/2026 | 13:07 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Hacker Changes Heart, Returns $21M Bitcoin to South Korean Prosecutors, Hunt Continues
- Authorities requested local exchanges to freeze the hacker’s wallet to prevent liquidation.
- Crypto theft totaled $3.4 billion in 2025, with North Korea-linked actors responsible for $2 billion.
Thursday, 19/02/2026 | 13:24 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
77% of Crypto Users Would Open a Stablecoin Wallet With Their Bank, Survey Finds
- Freelancers and gig workers now rely on stablecoins for a significant share of cross-border income.
- Despite exchange dominance, traditional financial brands retain high trust among crypto-active users.
Tuesday, 17/02/2026 | 11:52 GMT by
Tanya Chepkova
Why Crypto Is Falling Today? Bitcoin, XRP Price, Ethereum And Dogecoin Analysis
- Bitcoin consolidates at $68,250 near November 2024 lows with critical $60K-62K support ahead as the crypto market searches for direction.
- Ethereum tests psychological $2,000 level while trapped in $1,800-2,100 range, the lowest consolidation since May 2025.
- Supreme Court tariff ruling on Friday, February 20, could trigger volatility as crypto remains in risk-off mode.
Tuesday, 17/02/2026 | 07:51 GMT by
Damian Chmiel
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