James Carter

Crypto giant Binance secures three licenses from Abu Dhabi’s financial regulator, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). Licenses granted to Binance’s Nest Exchange Limited, Nest Clearing and Custody Limited, and Nest Trading Limited, providing legitimacy and regulatory certainty for their exchange, clearing house, and broker-dealer services. The licenses also enhance consumer protection and increase regulatory oversight.

Major US cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is making a comeback to the Indian market after a two-year break, with plans to roll out local fiat on-ramps in 2026. The exchange is resuming its app registrations and has already begun crypto-to-crypto trades. This move follows the hiring of Karan Malik as its India marketing lead and efforts to strengthen its ties with the Indian government.

Texas becomes the first US state to officially purchase Bitcoin, signaling a transformative shift in state-level crypto adoption. By acquiring Bitcoin through both ETFs and direct reserves amid federal uncertainty, Texas is setting a bold new precedent for government engagement with digital assets. The move has sparked renewed market confidence, boosted early-stage crypto project interest, and could drive other states to follow suit, potentially accelerating broader US adoption of blockchain and cryptocurrencies

crypto markets experience renewed volatility and opportunity as SpaceX’s strategic bitcoin movements, chainlink whale accumulation, and the rise of tapzi’s skill-based web3 gaming platform redefine investor sentiment. discover how sustainable tokenomics, growing adoption, and major industry shifts are shaping the next phase of growth for bitcoin, chainlink, and innovative gamefi projects in a rapidly evolving digital asset landscape

Discover how BullZilla’s high-momentum crypto presale is creating a second chance for early adopters, offering tiered rewards, real-time ROI, staking, and referral bonuses. Learn why investors see BullZilla as the best crypto presale to buy before the next wave hits and how it’s capturing explosive community growth, with opportunities for significant returns before public listing.

Europol takes down cryptocurrency fraud network laundering over $815.75 million across Europe. The operation targets fraudulent crypto platforms and affiliate marketing networks using deepfake ads, as the investigation uncovers a web of deception and sophisticated financial infrastructure.

“Study by Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) reveals a drop in US investors’ interest in cryptocurrencies between 2021 and 2024. The report highlights a tendency towards safer assets amid economic uncertainties and an increase in perceived risk associated with cryptocurrency investments. Analysis also shows a drop in the number of new market entrants and declining risk appetite, especially among younger investors.”

Following the Fusaka network upgrade, Ethereum’s validator participation dropped due to a bug in the Prysm consensus client. Developer recommendations for users included launching the client with a temporary workaround. Despite voting participation falling short, the Ethereum network has recovered, with nearly 99% voting participation and 97% sync participation. The incident could have had more severe consequences if the bug was found in the largest proportion of consensus nodes. The bug highlights the importance of achieving a client count under 33% to protect against network finality being halted.

US investors are showing increased caution toward cryptocurrency in 2024, with a stable participation rate but a significant drop in new or expanded crypto investments, according to FINRA. The shift is driven by rising risk aversion amid economic uncertainty, leading to fewer young and new investors entering the market. Despite a continued belief in the role of risk for financial growth, Americans are moving toward more traditional investment strategies while still recognizing cryptocurrency’s potential for achieving long-term financial goals.

Global financial markets rebound as Bitcoin outpaces traditional equities, risk appetite returns, and crypto sectors display mixed results. Explore the macroeconomic drivers, sector highlights, and an in-depth analysis of Monad’s ecosystem development and performance after its mainnet launch. Learn what these trends mean for investors and the future of blockchain innovation.

The United States ushers in a new era of crypto regulation as Bitnomial becomes the first CFTC-approved spot cryptocurrency exchange, offering secure and regulated trading with margin and leverage for both retail and institutional investors. This milestone brings clarity, advanced investor protections, and aligns digital asset markets with traditional financial standards, positioning the U.S. as a global leader in cryptocurrency oversight and innovation.

Bitwise CIO, Matt Hougan, shares his insights on the potential impact of the MSCI deciding to exclude digital asset treasury firms, such as Strategy, from its indexes. Explores Strategy’s plans for their Bitcoin holdings and financial obligations including its $1.44 billion USD reserve. Reveals that Michael Saylor has full control over the company’s voting shares and continues to express long-term conviction in Bitcoin. Dispels rumors about insider pressure and the fragility of bitcoin’s market value. Outlines the potential implications for crypto investors, market-structure legislation progress, and the health of smaller digital asset treasury firms.