XRP reaches a seven-year high above US$3 as potential ETF approval looms for 2025, bolstered by anticipated changes in SEC leadership with Gary Gensler’s departure. The SEC’s recent appeal against Ripple focuses narrowly on specific sales and distributions rather than XRP’s security status, which was already ruled not to be a security in 2023. Recent […]

Robinhood was fined US $45 million (AU $72 million) by the SEC for breaching over ten securities laws. The SEC investigation revealed Robinhood’s failures in regulatory compliance, including incomplete transaction data and inadequate identity theft protection. In 2021, a significant security breach exposed the private details of over seven million customers due to Robinhood’s failure […]

Eliza Labs’ has unveiled its new whitepaper, in which it explains the protocol’s vision for AI integration with Web3 enabling Web3 AI agents to automate blockchain interactions like data analysis and trade execution. The toolkit aims to democratise advanced trading tools, simplifying portfolio management for individual investors through AI-driven automation. Eliza Labs, the team behind […]

Coinbase yesterday scored an important win in its case against the SEC, with the court ruling that the regulator must explain why it has refused to provide explicit legal guidance to the digital assets industry. Coinbase last year sued the regulator for refusing to clarify its position on crypto securities. This ruling comes as Gary […]

Chainalysis acquired AI-powered fraud detection startup Alterya for US$150M to enhance its blockchain analytics and security tools. The firm will use Alterya’s real-time fraud detection models to improve KYC processes for exchanges and wallet providers. Alterya’s technology has already reduced fraud by 60% for major platforms like Coinbase and Binance. AI is taking everything by […]

New Hampshire has introduced legislation allowing up to 10% of state treasury investments in cryptocurrencies, focusing on Bitcoin and select stablecoins with substantial market presence. North Dakota has proposed Resolution 3001 to diversify state investments into digital assets and precious metals, reflecting adaptation to evolving economic conditions. Kenya is transitioning from its historically cautious stance […]

Geraci anticipates a major shift in crypto regulation under Trump’s administration with Paul Atkins as SEC Chair and David Sacks as crypto czar, marking a departure from Gensler’s cautious approach. Bitcoin ETFs are projected to outperform traditional gold funds while Ethereum ETFs could expand to include options trading and staking features. The market could welcome […]

Raydium launched a public beta for perpetual futures trading through Orderly Network, featuring gas-free trading. It offers over 70 pairs, up to 40x leverage, and minimal fees during the beta phase. One of Solana’s biggest decentralised exchanges (DEX), Raydium, has introduced a public beta for perpetual futures trading through Orderly Network, offering gas-free trading, over […]

Bitcoin has fallen over 8% since January 7, dropping below US$100K due to concerns about sticky inflation, global economic uncertainty, and potential impacts of Trump’s policies. BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes predicts a market peak and crash around March, suggesting investors should wait for improved conditions in the third quarter. Fidelity’s analyst Matt Hogan remains bullish, […]

XRP has maintained a strong market position since Trump’s re-election, briefly reaching third place by market cap before settling into fourth position. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and CLO Stuart Alderoty’s dinner with President-elect Trump at Mar-a-Lago coincided with a 2.7% price increase. Sound Planning Group CEO David Stryzewski predicts XRP will become the primary financial […]