Category: crypto

The OCC announced that national banks can now engage in certain crypto activities without prior approval, such as crypto-asset custody services and stablecoin operations. This change in regulatory approach under the Biden administration eliminates the need for banks to seek advance permission for these activities. The announcement was well-received by the crypto community, with some…

Betsabe Botaitis, CFO at Hedera, discusses the shift from traditional DeFi to Decentralized Financial Inclusion, aiming to provide equal access to financial opportunities. She emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, asset building, capacity building, job creation, and neighborhood revitalization in creating a more inclusive financial ecosystem through blockchain technology.

AlphaBitcoin’s realized volatility has increased significantly, indicating extreme price swings for traders. This volatility clustering in Bitcoin is a result of turbulent rallies and sharp pullbacks, highlighting the impact of market fluctuations on the cryptocurrency.

Nasdaq plans to introduce 24-hour trading by the second half of 2026, following the crypto market’s nonstop activity. President Tal Cohen confirmed discussions with regulators, market participants, and infrastructure providers. The move is driven by a surge in global retail investment and aims to cater to international investors while facing challenges like low liquidity.

Binance introduced a new community-driven governance model for token listings and delistings, giving users a direct role in the exchange’s offerings. Users who hold at least 0.01 BNB can vote on projects to be listed, and projects in the Monitoring Zone can be voted to be delisted. The exchange also announced expanded listing options and…

House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill expressed support for President Trump’s executive order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and digital asset stockpile. He emphasized the need for clear regulatory frameworks and legislative action on stablecoin regulations. The Treasury Department will manage the Bitcoin reserve and digital asset stockpile, with plans for expansion without…

White House “Crypto Czar” David Sacks stated that the market is overanalyzing President Trump’s mention of Solana, Cardano, and XRP for the US Digital Asset Stockpile. The government will audit its crypto holdings and move all altcoins except Bitcoin to the Stockpile for safekeeping. Staking and rebalancing will be managed by the US Treasury Secretary.

President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to supporting cryptocurrency and making America the “Bitcoin superpower” at the first White House crypto summit on March 7. He pledged to reverse restrictive policies, establish a Bitcoin reserve, and position the US as a global leader in digital assets. Trump criticized the Biden administration for waging a “war…

Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen lost $150 million in a hack due to private keys stored in LastPass, compromised in 2022. LastPass suffered data breaches in August and November. FBI is investigating the breach. Attackers accessed multiple victims’ accounts. Larsen disclosed the hack in 2024. Stolen funds were laundered through various exchanges.

Recent on-chain data indicates that Bitcoin whales are shifting from distribution to accumulation, with stablecoin reserves on Binance reaching an all-time high. This suggests positive momentum for BTC, potentially leading to bullish market movements. However, convergence in Short-Term Holder Realized Price levels indicates a lack of clear price direction.