A man accused of being one of the masterminds behind a string of recent kidnappings in France to gain access to crypto has been arrested in Morocco. At the request of French authorities, Morocco’s national police and intelligence service arrested Badiss Mohamed Amide Bajjou — a 24-year-old French-Moroccan man who was reportedly found in possession … Read more
Russia’s Moscow Exchange is introducing trading in Bitcoin futures for qualified investors under the IBIT ticker. The contracts are denominated in U.S. dollars but are settled in rubles and do not permit physical delivery of Bitcoin. While the public is not allowed to directly own crypto, Russia provides institutional access to crypto-linked products. Bitcoin futures … Read more
JPMorgan is finally giving Bitcoin a bit more credit, literally. The banking giant has started allowing select clients to use spot Bitcoin ETFs as collateral for loans. The Bitcoin ETF loan program is designed for high-net-worth individuals and institutions looking for flexible credit solutions. A Conservative Embrace of Crypto This move doesn’t mean JPMorgan is … Read more
The derivatives arm of crypto exchange Crypto.com has sued the Nevada gaming and gambling regulator over its restriction on the trading of sporting event contracts. North American Derivatives Exchange, Inc., which does business as Crypto.com’s North American derivatives business, sued the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) in the state’s federal court on June 3, claiming … Read more
The SEC chair is fast-tracking a comprehensive regulatory overhaul for crypto, aiming to legitimize markets, eliminate fraud, and unlock massive innovation across the digital asset space. SEC Chair Fast-Tracks Crypto — Key Rules Are Coming U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul S. Atkins placed the regulation of digital assets at the forefront of … Read more
Aayush Jindal, a luminary in the world of financial markets, whose expertise spans over 15 illustrious years in the realms of Forex and cryptocurrency trading. Renowned for his unparalleled proficiency in providing technical analysis, Aayush is a trusted advisor and senior market expert to investors worldwide, guiding them through the intricate landscapes of modern finance … Read more
Canada intensifies its stance against potential U.S. tariffs, signaling a critical juncture in North American trade relations with significant implications for key export sectors. Ontario’s government is prepared to take decisive countermeasures, including suspending contracts with American companies, reflecting a strategic pivot amid escalating tariff threats. According to COINOTAG, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized … Read more
SKALE Labs today announced the launch of FAIR, the first Layer 1 blockchain purpose-built to eliminate miner extractable value (MEV) and serve the next generation of AI-driven financial protocols. The new chain debuts with Vodafone’s Pairpoint as a founding validator. FAIR aims to eliminate MEV—a form of value extraction where validators and bots manipulate blockchain … Read more
Vitalik Buterin transferred 693.91 ETH and $340,931 USDC to privacy protocol Railgun. BlackRock purchased 29,580 ETH worth $77.1M, following a previous $48.4M ETH buy. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has transferred 693.91 ETH, valued at $1.83 million, along with 340,931 USDC, to the privacy-focused protocol Railgun. The transaction was executed through an intermediary wallet, adding a … Read more
Key Points: Robinhood’s inclusion in the S&P 500 could lead to significant buying from passive funds. Institutional ownership is expected to surge, enhancing Robinhood’s crypto market influence. Market sentiment and investor interest in Robinhood remain strong. Robinhood Poised for S&P 500 Inclusion: Potential Market Impact Robinhood Markets Inc. has been identified as a prime candidate … Read more