Category: crypto

XRP balances on major exchanges have decreased due to the influence of newly launched spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rather than traditional accumulation by long-term holders. This has led to reduced exchange liquidity and increased short-term volatility, with arbitrage providing structural stability. The long-term outlook for XRP remains strong.

Coinbase shareholders have filed a derivative lawsuit accusing insiders, including CEO Brian Armstrong and board member Marc Andreessen, of selling $4.2 billion in stock at inflated prices. They claim the direct listing structure allowed executives to prioritize personal gain over the company’s future. This is not the first time Coinbase has faced such legal action,…

Amundi has launched a new tokenized share class on the Ethereum network in partnership with CACEIS, enabling transparent and traceable transactions for its euro money market fund. Subscriptions and redemptions can be settled in stablecoins or future CBDCs, while traditional distribution channels remain open. The move is part of Amundi’s digital asset strategy to modernize…

Cryptocurrency users can reduce tax bills by deducting eligible fees and costs, harvesting losses strategically, and using long-term holds and donations to lower taxable gains. Different deductions apply to individual traders, miners, validators, and businesses, but proper documentation is crucial to support deduction claims and optimize tax outcomes.

Altcoin liquidity is declining as capital moves towards Bitcoin-focused ETFs and DAT-style treasuries. This leaves non-blue-chip tokens vulnerable to thinner books and speculative boom-bust cycles. The shift is driven by regulated investment products and institutional money, with only a few top assets retaining strong liquidity.

Japan plans to introduce a 20% flat tax on cryptocurrency trading gains in 2026, aligning it with stock taxes. The move aims to boost trading, attract institutional investors, and stimulate blockchain innovation. Lawmakers anticipate that the lower taxes will revive domestic trading and attract asset managers like Nomura, Daiwa, MUFG, and Amova.

Israel is planning stricter regulation of stablecoins due to their increasing use in trading, remittances, and everyday payments. The Bank of Israel is pushing ahead with a digital shekel roadmap to secure the country’s payments infrastructure. There is concern about the systemic risks posed by the dominance of Tether and Circle in the stablecoin market.

A wallet connected to BlackRock transferred 2,156 BTC to Coinbase Prime, valued at about $186 million. Analysts believe this is part of routine ETF liquidity and settlement activities, not speculative selling. Institutional transfers like this support ETF operations, OTC settlement, and treasury activities, showing no immediate signs of market selling.

Sony Bank plans to launch a USD-pegged stablecoin for American users in fiscal 2026, aiming to reduce card fees on subscriptions in its gaming and anime ecosystems. The proposed OCC-chartered crypto trust has faced pushback from the ICBA, raising concerns about the impact of stablecoins on traditional banks.

WhiteBIT has launched WhiteBIT US, a New York-based exchange offering spot trading and ramps with plans to expand services across all 50 states. The platform aims to provide high security standards, compliance protocols, and competitive trading fees. WhiteBIT also plans to offer fiat integration, institutional KYB onboarding, custody, and liquidity products.