The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has released fresh guidance on cryptocurrency custody, aiming to reduce ambiguity for investment advisers, custodians, and market participants operating in the fast-evolving digital asset ecosystem. The clarification addresses how existing securities laws apply to safeguarding crypto assets, with a strong emphasis on investor protection, risk management, and regulatory accountability.… Continue reading SEC Clarifies the Rules of the Road for Cryptocurrency Custody
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Nexo’s Strategic Buy Signals a Turning Point for Latin America’s Crypto Market
A major consolidation move is reshaping Latin America’s cryptocurrency landscape as digital asset platform Nexo acquires Buenbit, a prominent regional crypto company. The transaction underscores growing institutional confidence in Latin America as a high-growth market driven by inflation concerns, currency volatility, and rising demand for alternative financial tools. By absorbing Buenbit’s operations, Nexo aims to… Continue reading Nexo’s Strategic Buy Signals a Turning Point for Latin America’s Crypto Market
U.S. Regulators Open Door to Crypto Trust Banks With Conditional Approval
U.S. financial regulators have granted initial approval to several cryptocurrency firms to establish trust banks, marking a significant step in the integration of digital assets into the traditional banking system. The move allows approved firms to offer custody and fiduciary services under strict oversight, while stopping short of full banking privileges. Regulators emphasized that approvals… Continue reading U.S. Regulators Open Door to Crypto Trust Banks With Conditional Approval
Texas Establishes State-Backed Cryptocurrency Reserve With $5 Million Allocation
Texas has taken a decisive step into digital finance by launching a state-backed cryptocurrency reserve, seeded with an initial investment of $5 million. The move signals growing institutional acceptance of digital assets and reflects Texas’ ambition to position itself as a hub for financial innovation and blockchain development. State officials frame the reserve as a… Continue reading Texas Establishes State-Backed Cryptocurrency Reserve With $5 Million Allocation
dYdX Expands Its Footprint With Global Solana Spot Trading, Opens Door to US Market
Decentralized derivatives platform dYdX has taken a strategic step forward by launching spot trading built on the Solana blockchain, marking its formal entry into both global and US markets. The move signals a shift in dYdX’s growth strategy as it broadens beyond perpetual futures into spot markets, while leveraging Solana’s high-speed, low-cost infrastructure. By combining… Continue reading dYdX Expands Its Footprint With Global Solana Spot Trading, Opens Door to US Market
Bitcoin Treads Water After Central Bank Signals as Altcoin Weakness Intensifies
Crypto markets remained under pressure as Bitcoin traded within a narrow range following the latest signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve, while losses across the broader altcoin universe deepened. Investor sentiment turned cautious as expectations of prolonged tight monetary conditions weighed on risk assets. Bitcoin’s stability offered limited reassurance, with capital rotating out of smaller… Continue reading Bitcoin Treads Water After Central Bank Signals as Altcoin Weakness Intensifies
Crypto Markets Steady Ahead of Key US Federal Reserve Policy Decision
Global cryptocurrency markets posted a modest rebound as investors positioned themselves ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy announcement. Bitcoin and major altcoins recovered slightly after several sessions of volatility, reflecting a cautious but improving sentiment across digital-asset markets. Traders are closely monitoring whether the Fed will maintain its current interest-rate path or signal… Continue reading Crypto Markets Steady Ahead of Key US Federal Reserve Policy Decision
Crypto Markets Edge Higher as Investors Brace for U.S. Federal Reserve’s Policy Outlook
Global cryptocurrency markets witnessed a cautious rebound as investors awaited the upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate decision, a key event that often shapes risk-asset sentiment worldwide. Bitcoin and major altcoins saw mild price recovery after days of volatility driven by macroeconomic uncertainty. Market participants are weighing the possibility of policy tightening, a pause, or… Continue reading Crypto Markets Edge Higher as Investors Brace for U.S. Federal Reserve’s Policy Outlook
A New Monetary Epoch: BRICS’ Bold Push Toward a Gold-Backed Digital Currency
The BRICS bloc has taken a decisive step toward reshaping global finance by moving ahead with plans for a gold-backed digital currency aimed at reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar. The initiative signals a turning point in the long-standing debate over de-dollarisation, reflecting member nations’ desire for a more balanced, multipolar monetary ecosystem. By anchoring… Continue reading A New Monetary Epoch: BRICS’ Bold Push Toward a Gold-Backed Digital Currency
Thailand Seizes $8.6 Million Bitcoin Mining Operations Linked to Alleged Chinese Scam Networks
Thai authorities have dismantled Bitcoin mining operations valued at Rs. 8.6 crore, reportedly linked to networks accused of orchestrating scams in China. The crackdown highlights the growing scrutiny of cryptocurrency activities and the associated risks of illicit funding across borders. Officials claim the seized operations were being used to generate digital assets that supported fraudulent… Continue reading Thailand Seizes $8.6 Million Bitcoin Mining Operations Linked to Alleged Chinese Scam Networks