Keywords: Cryptocurrency


Binance expands into U.S. stocks and ETF trading amid financial convergence

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced the launch of trading services for U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking a major step in its expansion beyond digital assets into traditional financial markets. The platform now allows users to access more than 7,000 U.S.-listed stocks and......

Crypto markets rebound after Trump halts Iran strike plan

Cryptocurrency markets recovered on Tuesday after the announcement that a planned US military strike on Iran had been postponed, easing immediate geopolitical tensions. Digital assets gained ground in early trading, with privacy-focused tokens leading advances while Bitcoin stabilized near the 77,000......

Crypto exchange Bullish to buy Equiniti in $4.2 billion deal

Cryptocurrency exchange operator Bullish has announced plans to acquire global transfer agent Equiniti in a deal valued at $4.2 billion, according to a statement released on Tuesday. The transaction marks one of the largest moves by a crypto-related company into traditional financial infrastructure. Deal......

Polish crypto platform Zondacrypto faces money laundering allegations amid major scandal

A major cryptocurrency scandal is unfolding in Poland as the digital asset platform Zondacrypto faces serious allegations of money laundering and fraud, with around one million users reportedly unable to access their funds. The platform, which allows users to exchange traditional money into cryptocurrencies......

EU bans all crypto transactions with Russian and Belarusian providers

The European Union has adopted a sweeping ban on cryptocurrency transactions involving service providers based in Russia and Belarus, marking a major escalation in its sanctions regime. The measures form part of the bloc’s 20th sanctions package targeting Moscow and its allies, shifting from selective......

Morpho becomes France’s latest unicorn in the booming crypto sector

France’s technology ecosystem has gained a new unicorn as Morpho, a decentralized finance (DeFi) startup, reaches a valuation of over $1 billion, highlighting the continued growth of the cryptocurrency sector. Morpho specializes in blockchain-based lending and borrowing, offering a platform that......

Hong Kong grants first stablecoin licences to hsbc and standard chartered joint venture

The financial authorities of Hong Kong have issued their first licences for fiat-backed stablecoin issuance, marking a significant milestone in the city’s strategy to develop a regulated digital currency ecosystem. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority confirmed on Friday that it has approved HSBC......

US regulator releases long-awaited guidance on cryptocurrency classification

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued long-anticipated guidance aimed at clarifying how cryptocurrencies are classified under federal law. The move is expected to bring greater transparency to digital asset markets and help investors better understand regulatory expectations. The new......

Ethereum returns to spotlight as crypto market activity accelerates

Ethereum has returned to the center of attention in global cryptocurrency markets as trading activity increases and development across its ecosystem expands. Recent price volatility has drawn renewed focus to the world’s second largest digital asset after Bitcoin. Market swings in recent sessions......