Market
Bitcoin
Bitcoin’s price surge powered by increased leverage
Leverage trading raises Bitcoin to around $69,000, stirring profit and risk discussions
Technology
Robinhood challenges Polymarket with election-linked contracts for US presidential race
Robinhood eyes new user base with election-linked derivatives, as Polymarket faces scrutiny over wagering trends.
Technology
BIS partners with central banks to tackle cross-border compliance with Project Mandala
Project Mandala leverages decentralized systems to boost compliance and expedite cross-border payments in multiple jurisdictions.
Crypto
$27 billion crypto inflows in 2024, $901 million last week amid US political backdrop
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF leads inflows as US elections heighten demand for crypto investment products.
Regulation
Hong Kong to boost crypto industry with new licenses and tax perks
Hong Kong officials unveiled plans for expanded exchange licensing and potential tax breaks to boost the crypto sector.
Crypto
Metaplanet becomes 19th-largest Bitcoin holding firm with over 1,000 BTC
CEO Simon Gerovich hints at further Bitcoin acquisitions to bolster Metaplanet's dominant market position.
Exchanges
WazirX reveals 40% customer assets held on third-party exchanges amid transparency push
WazirX is seeking a third-party custodian that offers fund insurance.
Regulation
South Korea to regulate cross-border crypto trades by 2025
South Korean authorities said 81% of forex crimes are linked to crypto.
Bitcoin
MicroStrategy stock to BTC ratio hits all-time high, surpassing 2021 bull run
MicroStrategy enjoys highest NAV premium in three years amid strong Bitcoin momentum.
Regulation
Netherlands seeks public input on crypto tax regulations amid EU-wide crackdown
The Netherlands looks to boost crypto transparency with new tax regulations.
Regulation
US and Nigeria unite to tackle crypto crime with new liaison group
The Bilateral Liaison Group will help the countries strenghten their capabilities in investigating crypto-related crimes.
Technology
Cardano unlocks Bitcoin liquidity with BitcoinOS Grail Bridge integration
Cardano's founder Charles Hoskinson said the integration means Bitcoin now has a smart contract layer.
