Category: crypto

Volatility Shares has filed for 5x leveraged ETFs for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, a move that could reshape crypto trading. The SEC has not yet approved 3x products, making the fate of the filings uncertain. If accepted, the funds could debut in early 2026, offering high-risk, high-reward opportunities for traders.

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) plans to introduce amendments to prevent insider trading in crypto markets, with increased fines and criminal charges for violators. The move aims to establish fair trading conditions for cryptocurrencies, bringing them under the same regulatory framework as traditional assets like stocks and bonds.

New York City has launched the first municipal office in the U.S. focused on digital assets and blockchain technology. The office will coordinate crypto policy and promote collaboration between city agencies and blockchain innovators. Moises Rendon has been appointed as the executive director. This move aligns with broader U.S. efforts to integrate blockchain into public…

Ethereum’s price is currently down 16.7% from its all-time high, trading at $4,120. A bull flag pattern has formed on the weekly chart, suggesting a potential 76% upside if a breakout occurs. Technical indicators are showing signs of a possible uptrend, with key resistance levels to watch for. This is not investment advice.

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs see renewed institutional interest with $339 million in inflows after consecutive days of losses. Bitcoin ETFs gained $102.6 million, led by Fidelity’s FBTC, while Ethereum ETFs attracted $236.2 million, primarily driven by Fidelity’s FETH. Market sentiment stabilizes as BTC holds above $112,000 and ETH nears $4,100.

U.S. prosecutors have charged Cambodia’s Prince Group and its chairman, Chen Zhi, with wire fraud and money laundering. The group was involved in a massive crypto scam empire that exploited victims through human trafficking and money laundering. Chen faces up to 40 years in prison if convicted.

OKX cryptocurrency exchange is taking action against funds linked to the Huione Group, designated a primary money laundering concern by U.S. authorities. Transactions will be closely monitored, with possible asset freezes and service terminations. Huione Group, accused of facilitating scams, is being targeted by regulators to prevent illicit financial activity.

Despite recent market crashes and increased short positions, stablecoin inflows have remained strong, with USDT and USDC generating $74 billion in new inflows. Matrixport highlighted the growth and maturity of the stablecoin market, now exceeding $300 billion in value, as a sign of the crypto industry’s diversification and resilience.

French banking institution ODDO BHF has launched a new euro-backed stablecoin, EUROD, which will be listed on the Madrid crypto platform Bit2Me. This move marks ODDO BHF’s first venture into the crypto market and is part of a broader trend among European banks to develop euro-pegged stablecoins to compete with U.S. dollar tokens.

Nansen and Sanctum have partnered to launch nxSOL, a liquid staking token for Solana. This partnership will allow Solana holders to stake their tokens while maintaining liquidity. The move marks Nansen’s expansion into Solana, with the goal of making on-chain participation simple, liquid, and secure.