Ripple CEO Pushes for XRP in US Reserves, Keeps IPO Option Alive
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expects the native token to be included in the White House’s proposed digital asset reserves and anticipates an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) to debut before 2025 ends. His comments, made in a Bloomberg Markets interview, followed…
SEC issues guidance on proof-of-work mining and securities regulations
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporate Finance has released new guidance on Proof-of-Work mining, clarifying how federal securities laws apply to crypto mining activities. The statement outlines the SEC’s stance on “protocol mining” and concludes that PoW…
First-ever CFTC-regulated XRP futures debuts in the US
Key Takeaways Bitnomial has launched the first-ever CFTC-regulated XRP futures in the US. The XRP futures are physically settled, backed by actual XRP, reinforcing market integrity. Share this article Bitnomial, a digital asset derivatives exchange, officially launched the first-ever CFTC-regulated…
Australian Federal Police Launches Operation Firestorm To Nab Crypto Scamsters Posing As Binance Representatives
Australian crypto investors are currently facing significant financial losses due to the rise in cryptocurrency scams, particularly those impersonating Binance, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges. In a statement given on 20 March 2025, the Australian Federal Police (AFP)…
Lagrange Strikes a Deal with Matter Labs to Direct Up to 75% of Outsourced Proofs
[PRESS RELEASE – New York, United States, March 20th, 2025] Lagrange, the decentralized ZK Prover Network, has entered a deal with Matter Labs to direct up to 75% of Matter Labs’ outsourced proof demand to the Lagrange Prover Network (LPN)…
LG shuts down Art Lab NFT marketplace three years after launch
LG is winding down its Art Lab, allowing collectors to withdraw NFTs before its closure in June. South Korean multinational electronics tycoon LG is winding down its LG Art Lab platform, a marketplace for non-fungible tokens launched to bring digital…
Kraken inks $1.5 billion deal to acquire NinjaTrader
Key Takeaways Kraken’s $1.5 billion acquisition of NinjaTrader marks the biggest traditional finance and crypto convergence. The acquisition enhances Kraken’s capabilities in US futures and multi-asset trading, integrating both traditional and crypto markets. Share this article Leading crypto company Kraken…
Pakistan Moves To Regulate Crypto, Aiming To Attract Global Investors
Pakistan is taking steps to establish a legal framework for cryptocurrency, as the country is aiming to position itself as a crypto-friendly destination for international investors. The move marks a shift from previous uncertainty, as officials now seek regulatory clarity…
Has Bitcoin Really Entered a Bear Market? Analyst Weighs In
Bitcoin’s recent price movement has sparked debate among analysts over whether the original cryptocurrency has entered a bear market. Renowned analyst Ali Martinez recently shared an in-depth analysis assessing Bitcoin’s (BTC) trend using multiple technical indicators and on-chain data. In…
Korean prosecutors raid Bithumb over alleged funds misuse in ex-CEO’s property deal: report
Bithumb is reportedly under investigation by Korean prosecutors for allegedly using company money to support the former CEO’s apartment purchase. South Korean prosecutors have reportedly raided the headquarters of cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb over allegations that the company’s funds were used…