Category: crypto
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Tether boosts US Treasury holdings by $3B amid YoY profit drop
Tether increased its exposure to US Treasuries by $3 billion, reaching $120 billion in holdings by March 31. Despite a decrease in profits from the previous year, Tether remains focused on stability and vision. The company also reported $5.6 billion in excess reserves, with ongoing USDT supply expansion and strategic investments. Regulatory supervision in El…
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Bitcoin market clears speculative froth as on-chain indicators stabilize
A structural reset is happening in Bitcoin’s on-chain metrics, indicating a reduction in speculative excess and a shift towards more neutral positioning. Key indicators like MVRV ratio, SOPR, and Sell-Side Risk Ratio are returning to historical levels, suggesting reduced investor euphoria and consolidation near cost basis. The market is consolidating, with resistance around $93,000 to…
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Two Prime drops Ethereum, labeling it a memecoin amid waning institutional interest
Algorithmic trading firm Two Prime has dropped its exposure to Ethereum, citing that ETH now trades as a memecoin. The firm will now exclusively manage and lend against Bitcoin, believing it is the only digital asset meeting institutional standards. They noted a performance divergence between BTC and ETH, with ETH’s behavior no longer aligning with…
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21Shares highlights Dogecoin’s role in diversified, high-return investment portfolios
A recent analysis by 21Shares suggests that a 1% allocation to Dogecoin in a portfolio could improve returns without significantly increasing risk. The report highlights Dogecoin’s low correlation with traditional assets and the wider crypto market. It also outlines potential price projections for Dogecoin in the current market cycle.
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US blockchain firms urge SEC to clarify crypto staking rules
A coalition of US blockchain firms, led by the Crypto Council for Innovation, has urged the SEC to provide clear regulatory guidance on crypto staking. They argue that staking is a technical process for maintaining blockchain networks and should not be classified as a security. Regulatory clarity is needed to benefit stakeholders and ensure competitiveness…
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Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab eye crypto trading as US regulations ease
Morgan Stanley and Charles Schwab are preparing to offer crypto trading to their clients. Morgan Stanley plans to launch spot crypto trading on its E*Trade platform by 2026, while Charles Schwab aims to enable direct spot crypto trading within the next 12 months. This move aligns with regulatory changes in the US that are making…
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Stablecoin supply on Binance’s BNB Chain explodes 30% due to USD1’s $2.1B launch
Binance BNB Chain’s stablecoin reserves grew by over $2 billion with the introduction of USD1, a new dollar token by World Liberty Financial. The stablecoin market cap surged by 30% to $9.26 billion, closing the gap with Solana. USD1, backed by U.S. Treasury bills and BitGo, aims to challenge USDT and USDC.
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Metaplanet enters US Bitcoin market with new subsidiary, eyes $250 million boost
Japanese Bitcoin investment firm Metaplanet is expanding into the US market with the launch of Metaplanet Treasury Corp. in Florida. The company plans to raise $250 million in capital to boost its BTC reserves and offer improved liquidity solutions to institutional investors. This move marks a turning point in Metaplanet’s growth strategy.
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Singapore Gulf Bank tackles global finance hurdles with crypto-focused SGB Net launch
Singapore Gulf Bank (SGB) has launched SGB Net, a real-time clearing network for digital asset transactions in the Middle East and North Africa. This initiative aims to address cross-border finance issues like settlement delays and high fees. SGB Net allows round-the-clock transfers in multiple currencies with lower costs and fewer delays, enhancing capital efficiency and…
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Ethena Labs partners with TON to integrate USDe into Telegram ecosystem
Ethena Labs has partnered with the TON blockchain to bring its synthetic dollar USDe and sUSDe directly into the Telegram ecosystem. Users can now access stable yield-generating products within the chat environment, with additional rewards for holding tsUSDe. Ethena plans to expand payment integration and develop more tools for the TON ecosystem.