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Helius Launches Solana Treasury Plan with $175 Million SOL Purchase

Helius Launches Solana Treasury Plan with $175 Million SOL Purchase

Helius Medical Technologies, a Nasdaq-listed neurotechnology firm, has entered the cryptocurrency space with a significant investment in Solana. The company announced the acquisition of 760,190 SOL tokens as the opening move in its new digital asset treasury strategy. This purchase, completed at an average price of $231 per token,

Morgan Stanley to Launch Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana Trading on ETrade in 2026

Morgan Stanley to Launch Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana Trading on ETrade in 2026

Morgan Stanley plans to introduce cryptocurrency trading on its ETrade platform starting in the first half of 2026, partnering with digital asset infrastructure provider Zerohash to support the service. Clients will gain access to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana at launch, allowing direct ownership of these assets through the brokerage. A

Defunct Crypto Exchange ShapeShift Settles OFAC Sanctions Violations with $750K Payment

Defunct Crypto Exchange ShapeShift Settles OFAC Sanctions Violations with $750K Payment

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced, that ShapeShift has agreed to pay $750,000 to resolve potential civil liabilities tied to sanctions violations. The Swiss-incorporated digital asset exchange, which operated from Denver, Colorado, processed transactions with users in Cuba, Iran,

US and UK Taskforce Signals Stronger Ties in Crypto and Capital Markets

US and UK Taskforce Signals Stronger Ties in Crypto and Capital Markets

The United States and United Kingdom have taken a significant step toward closer financial integration with the launch of the Transatlantic Taskforce for Markets of the Future. UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the initiative on Monday, highlighting a shared commitment to advancing capital

Bitcoin Leads Sharp Crypto Market Decline Erasing Billions in Value

Bitcoin Leads Sharp Crypto Market Decline Erasing Billions in Value

Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies experienced a steep fall during early morning trading on Monday, erasing nearly 4% of the total market cap in just one session. The downturn placed the overall crypto market under pressure after a period of consistent upward momentum. Traders watched as the rapid shift unfolded

KuCoin Faces Allegations of Ties to Southeast Asian Money Laundering Ring

KuCoin Faces Allegations of Ties to Southeast Asian Money Laundering Ring

An investigative report has uncovered claims that cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin is connected to a sprawling criminal network in Southeast Asia, shielded by influential figures including a close ally of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The network reportedly facilitates the movement of hundreds of millions in illicit funds from scam

Canada Seizes $40 Million in Crypto from TradeOgre Exchange in Historic Bust

Canada Seizes $40 Million in Crypto from TradeOgre Exchange in Historic Bust

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced a major crackdown on crypto related crime, seizing 56 million Canadian dollars, equivalent to approximately $40 million USD, in digital assets from the non-KYC crypto exchange TradeOgre. This operation marks the largest cryptocurrency seizure in Canadian history, underscoring the country’s intensified efforts

Binance Founder CZ Sparks Return Speculation Amid DOJ Settlement Talks

Binance Founder CZ Sparks Return Speculation Amid DOJ Settlement Talks

Changpeng Zhao, widely known as just CZ, has ignited fresh discussions in the crypto community by updating his X profile. The change he made, although it may seem minor, isn't when you think about it; the change removes the "ex-Binance" descriptor (archived July 2025) that he

Google Launches AI Payments Protocol with Stablecoin Support in Partnership with Coinbase

Google Launches AI Payments Protocol with Stablecoin Support in Partnership with Coinbase

Google has introduced a new payments protocol designed to streamline financial transactions for artificial intelligence applications, marking a significant step in integrating traditional and emerging financial systems. Announced on Tuesday, the open-source protocol facilitates seamless money transfers for AI agents, supporting conventional payment methods like credit and debit cards while

PayPal Launches Shareable Crypto Links and Peer-to-Peer Payments

PayPal Launches Shareable Crypto Links and Peer-to-Peer Payments

PayPal announced a new update introducing personalized payment links to streamline peer-to-peer transactions. This new feature, called PayPal Links, allows users to create one-time, shareable links for sending and receiving money across any conversation platform, such as text, email, or direct messages. The initiative marks a significant step in PayPal’

BNB Hits All Time High as Crypto Markets Rally Behind Bitcoin and Ethereum

BNB Hits All Time High as Crypto Markets Rally Behind Bitcoin and Ethereum

Crypto markets saw a sharp rally Friday afternoon, led by surging altcoins and strong moves from Bitcoin and Ethereum. BNB reached a new all-time high while several other major tokens logged meaningful gains as investors poured into digital assets following renewed momentum in spot ETFs. BNB, the sixth-largest cryptocurrency by

How 9/11 Reshaped U.S. Financial Systems and Sparked the Crypto Revolution

How 9/11 Reshaped U.S. Financial Systems and Sparked the Crypto Revolution

The September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, a tragedy etched into the collective memory of Americans, not only reshaped national security but also transformed the financial landscape. The passage of the USA PATRIOT Act just weeks after the attacks, which passed on October 26, 2001, marked a pivotal shift, introducing stringent

Forward Industries Secures $1.65 Billion for Solana Treasury Expansion

Forward Industries Secures $1.65 Billion for Solana Treasury Expansion

Forward Industries has completed a significant private investment in public equity financing that positions the company at the forefront of blockchain integration in traditional finance. The deal announced earlier today, brings in gross proceeds of about $1.65 billion, with commitments in cash and stablecoins. Led by prominent firms Galaxy

Binance and Franklin Templeton Partner to Bridge Traditional Finance and Crypto Markets

Binance and Franklin Templeton Partner to Bridge Traditional Finance and Crypto Markets

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced a collaboration with Franklin Templeton, a global investment manager overseeing $1.6 trillion in assets. The partnership, revealed on Wednesday, aims to develop digital asset products that integrate traditional finance with decentralized markets. The two companies will

Solana Poised for Major Year-End Rally as ETF Filings and Treasury Purchases Fuel Optimism

Solana Poised for Major Year-End Rally as ETF Filings and Treasury Purchases Fuel Optimism

Solana, the high-speed blockchain known for its low-cost transactions, is gaining traction as a prime candidate for a significant price rally by year-end, according to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan. In a recent memo to clients, Hougan outlined a compelling case for what he calls “Solana season,” driven by

Gemini Secures Nasdaq as Strategic Investor Ahead of IPO

Gemini Secures Nasdaq as Strategic Investor Ahead of IPO

Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has gained a significant partner in Nasdaq, which has emerged as a strategic investor just days before the crypto platform’s initial public offering. The partnership, announced today, involves a $50 million investment from Nasdaq and positions Gemini to enhance

CBOE to Launch Continuous Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures on November 10

CBOE to Launch Continuous Bitcoin and Ethereum Futures on November 10

Cboe Global Markets, a leading derivatives and securities exchange network, has announced plans to introduce Cboe Continuous futures for Bitcoin and Ethereum on its Cboe Futures Exchange, starting November 10, 2025, pending regulatory approval. This move marks a significant step in expanding access to cryptocurrency derivatives for U.S. traders,

Major Cyber Attack Targets Crypto Users via Compromised NPM Packages

Major Cyber Attack Targets Crypto Users via Compromised NPM Packages

Ledger’s Chief Technology Officer, Charles Guillemet, issued a critical warning today urging users to exercise extreme caution due to a large-scale supply chain attack targeting the JavaScript ecosystem. The attack, which has compromised the Node Package Manager (NPM) account of a reputable developer, has potentially exposed millions of users

Hosting Provider Sues Bitmain Over Alleged Breach of Contract Agreement

Hosting Provider Sues Bitmain Over Alleged Breach of Contract Agreement

A legal battle has begun in the Bitcoin mining industry as Old Const, a hosting provider, filed a lawsuit against Bitmain, the world’s leading manufacturer of cryptocurrency mining equipment. The suit, filed in response to Bitmain’s alleged wrongful termination of a hosting agreement, accuses the mining giant of

Roger Ver’s Tax Case Sparks Outrage, Trump and Crypto Supporters Demand Dismissal

Roger Ver’s Tax Case Sparks Outrage, Trump and Crypto Supporters Demand Dismissal

The prosecution of Roger Ver, a prominent early Bitcoin investor known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with influential voices accusing the U.S. government of targeting him for his cryptocurrency advocacy. Ver faces charges of tax evasion stemming from his 2014 renunciation of U.S. citizenship

SEC Publishes Rulemaking Agenda and Prioritizes Crypto Market Clarity

SEC Publishes Rulemaking Agenda and Prioritizes Crypto Market Clarity

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced its Spring 2025 rulemaking agenda on Thursday, signaling a significant shift toward integrating cryptocurrency into the broader U.S. financial system. With nearly half of the 20 proposed rulemakings focused on easing crypto regulations, the agency is prioritizing clear guidelines for digital assets

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Token Hits $4.8 Billion but Questions Linger on Its Value

World Liberty Financial

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Token Hits $4.8 Billion but Questions Linger on Its Value

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance venture backed by the Trump family, has captured significant attention with its governance token, WLFI, reaching a market valuation of approximately $4.8 billion shortly after its public trading debut on September 1, 2025. Despite this impressive figure, investors and analysts remain uncertain

Bitcoin Resilience and Altcoin Surge Define August 2025 Crypto Market

Bitcoin Resilience and Altcoin Surge Define August 2025 Crypto Market

The crypto space in August 2025 showcased a blend of resilience and opportunity, with Bitcoin maintaining its dominance while altcoins posted remarkable gains, that's according to our newly released Bitcoin and Crypto Insights report for August 2025, available exclusively to paid subscribers. Our monthly Bitcoin and Crypto Insights

Polymarket Secures CFTC Approval for U.S. Reentry, Boosting Crypto Prediction Markets

Polymarket Secures CFTC Approval for U.S. Reentry, Boosting Crypto Prediction Markets

Polymarket, a leading cryptocurrency-based prediction market platform, has secured regulatory approval to resume operations in the United States. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issued a no-action letter to QCX, a CFTC-regulated derivatives exchange recently acquired by Polymarket, allowing the platform to operate event contracts without certain reporting and record

SEC and CFTC Clear Bitcoin and Ethereum Spot Trading on NYSE and Nasdaq

SEC and CFTC Clear Bitcoin and Ethereum Spot Trading on NYSE and Nasdaq

In a significant development for the crypto market, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have issued a joint advisory investor statement. This statement clarifies that exchanges registered with both agencies are not barred from offering trading in certain spot crypto asset products. The