Technology
Exchanges
Bitfinex to recoup stolen Bitcoin after US restitution mandate
The absence of other victims prompted the decision by the US government.
Regulation
SEC set to reevaluate crypto enforcement cases under Trump administration
Despite the wishes of crypto industry players, a massive rollback in enforcement actions could set a risky precedent.
Deals
Options platform Deribit attracts potential buyers amid crypto M&A boom
Although the options platform is not officially for sale, it confirmed that a variety of parties have expressed interest in strategic investments.
Adoption
Accounting rule changes have turned Bitcoin from risky venture to corporate must-have – Bitwise
According to Matt Hougan, the demand from this companies could impact the Bitcoin market in a positive and significant way.
Stablecoins
USDC surpasses $20 trillion in all-time transaction volume
The stablecoin registered a 78% growth in circulation, fueled by clearer rules and technology developments.
Hacks
Japan, South Korea, and the US issue joint warning over North Korea-related crypto thefts
The trilateral cooperation highlighted the usage of malware and social engineering vectors in the attacks.
ETF
JPMorgan believes Solana, XRP ETPs could attract $15 billion in net inflows
Both assets register $2.5 billion in assets under management currently, with a little over $500 million in inflows registered last year.
ETF
Bitcoin adoption is outpacing the internet and mobile phones – BlackRock
BlackRock also advocated Bitcoin exposure through its spot ETF, IBIT, as it deems direct exposure complex for many.
Analysis
Bitcoin risks consolidation as Treasury yields surge and economic outlook dims – Bitfinex
The cost of holding non-yielding assets like Bitcoin rises when Treasury yields spike.
DeFi
Market trends indicate DEXs have replaced VC markets for token price discovery, while CEXs continue to serve as exit liquidity
This presents a shift to the model where tokens' price discovery movements happened in private markets.
Legal
Coinbase scores legal win, court orders SEC to explain lack of crypto rulemaking
The development was considered a big win, as it was granted by a circuit court.
ETF
Spot Bitcoin ETFs mark first anniversary with four among Top 20 in AUM
IBIT led the bunch, with FBTC, ARKB, and BITB also making the list.