cryptocurrency
CFTC CEO Forum Includes Circle, Coinbase, Crypto.com, Ripple in Pilot Program
- The Acting Chairman's proposed pilot program aims to offer regulatory clarity for digital asset markets.
- The CFTC has a history of using pilot programs to test regulatory frameworks, dating back to the 1990s.
Friday, 07/02/2025 | 17:06 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Why is XRP Going Up Today: Ripple Whales Accumulate 520 Million Tokens
- Despite subdued trading, Ripple’s crypto has seen significant inflows since the start of the week.
- XRPUSD faces key resistance on intraday charts, with a potential breakout to push the price higher.
Friday, 07/02/2025 | 11:58 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Kraken Gains MiFID License Through CySEC Approved Cypriot Firm Purchase
- The license allows the firm to offer regulated crypto derivatives to advanced traders in selected EU markets.
- In 2019, the company acquired Crypto Facilities, a UK FCA-regulated crypto futures platform.
Monday, 03/02/2025 | 14:35 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
ECB President Dismisses Bitcoin as EU Reserve amid CNB's $7B Proposal
- Christine Lagarde reaffirms Bitcoin doesn't meet the ECB’s reserve criteria of liquidity, security, and stability.
- The CNB board approved a proposal for reserve diversification, with Bitcoin as an option.
Friday, 31/01/2025 | 15:49 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Wall Street Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms Hires Consultants to Evaluate AI and HPC
- The firm runs 12 Bitcoin mining centres, with two more being developed in four countries.
- The company relies on hydroelectric power and long-term energy contracts for its operations.
Friday, 31/01/2025 | 13:04 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
SEC Clears Bitwise Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, Awaiting S-1 Clearance for Trading
- Bitwise’s 19B-4 filing has been approved for its Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, holding assets allocated by market capitalization.
- Multiple crypto firms, including VanEck and ProShares, have submitted ETF filings for XRP, Solana, and Litecoin.
Friday, 31/01/2025 | 10:50 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
BTCUSD Eyes Breakout: CNB Weighs $7B Bitcoin Purchase While China Offloads $20B
- The Czech National Bank is considering Bitcoin as a reserve asset, with a decision due on January 30.
- Institutional buyers, including BlackRock, have continued to accumulate Bitcoin, with a $600 million purchase.
Wednesday, 29/01/2025 | 10:45 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
75% Higher Crypto Ownership Linked to Financial Literacy Bias, Study Finds
- Cryptocurrencies need knowledge of digital assets, blockchain, and trading platforms, but many investors lack financial literacy.
- A Funcas-funded Spanish study of 2,000 links financial literacy bias to crypto ownership.
Monday, 27/01/2025 | 13:38 GMT by
President Trump Creates Crypto Working Group, Bans Digital Dollar
- The working group will include the Treasury Secretary and the heads of the SEC, CFTC, and other agencies.
- It will evaluate and propose a possible regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies in the country.
Friday, 24/01/2025 | 06:39 GMT by
Arnab Shome
Now It’s Personal! Crypto Bets Big on Trump's Return
- President Donald Trump's administration supports crypto with tax cuts, regulations, and a pro-innovation agenda.
- Crypto industry sees a shift as US embraces blockchain, reversing years of regulatory pressure.
Wednesday, 22/01/2025 | 16:21 GMT by
Tom Trowbridge
An Open Letter to Trump: How to Secure America’s Crypto Leadership
- As Donald Trump is going to take the White House again as President in a few hours, he must ensure US crypto leadership with clear regulations, a digital dollar, consumer protections, and global collaboration.
- U.S. risks falling behind in crypto. Trump should prioritise blockchain innovation, banking access, and a strong policy framework.
Monday, 20/01/2025 | 13:40 GMT by
Anndy Lian
UK Treasury Separates Staking from Schemes, Clarifying Blockchain Validation
- The new regulation classifies staking as a technical process, clarifying blockchain networks like Ethereum and Solana.
- UK Treasury amends FSMA to separate crypto staking from investment schemes, effective January 31, 2025.
Friday, 10/01/2025 | 15:08 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
Kraken Offers Fee Credits for FTX Clients to Trade $50K in Crypto
- Eligible clients can receive up to $105 in Kraken trading fee credits upon receiving their funds.
- Clients must complete onboarding and verification to access the fee credits on Kraken Pro.
Thursday, 09/01/2025 | 15:12 GMT by
Tareq Sikder
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