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OCC Chief: Banks Blocking Crypto Custody Is 'Recipe for Irrelevance'

OCC Chief: Banks Blocking Crypto Custody Is 'Recipe for Irrelevance'

Jonathan Gould, the Comptroller of the Currency, has issued a warning regarding the implications of restricting national trust banks from engaging with digital assets. He…

12/9/2025 2 min read

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ASIC Expands Digital Asset Relief For Stablecoin Intermediaries

ASIC Expands Digital Asset Relief For Stablecoin Intermediaries

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has announced an expansion of its digital asset relief framework, specifically targeting stablecoin intermediaries.…

12/9/2025 2 min read

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Circle Wins ADGM License, Taps Former Visa Executive to Lead Middle East Push

Circle Wins ADGM License, Taps Former Visa Executive to Lead Middle East Push

Circle, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency sector, has recently secured a license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This significant development allows Circle to…

12/9/2025 3 min read

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Ninth Defendant Pleads Guilty in $263M Crypto Social-Engineering Scheme

Ninth Defendant Pleads Guilty in $263M Crypto Social-Engineering Scheme

Evan Tangeman has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a significant social-engineering scheme that targeted cryptocurrency assets. This case is part of a broader investigation…

12/9/2025 2 min read

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StableChain launches mainnet with USDT gas fees, dedicated governance token

StableChain launches mainnet with USDT gas fees, dedicated governance token

StableChain has officially launched its mainnet, introducing a network that utilizes USDT for transaction gas fees and features a dedicated governance token. The launch has…

12/8/2025 3 min read

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Ondo Finance Says Biden-Era SEC Investigation Closed With No Charges

Ondo Finance Says Biden-Era SEC Investigation Closed With No Charges

Ondo Finance has announced that a lengthy investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) into its operations has concluded without any charges being filed.…

12/8/2025 2 min read

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BlackRock files for listing staked Ether ETF

BlackRock files for listing staked Ether ETF

BlackRock has submitted a filing for a staked Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF), which, if approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), would allow investors to gain…

12/8/2025 2 min read

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Wall Street Hedged Big Crypto Bet in $500 Million Ripple Deal

Wall Street Hedged Big Crypto Bet in $500 Million Ripple Deal

Ripple's recent share sale, which raised $500 million, has attracted significant attention from major Wall Street players. This event signifies a pivotal moment in the…

12/8/2025 2 min read

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Crypto Investor Donates $12M to UK's Reform Party

Crypto Investor Donates $12M to UK's Reform Party

Christopher Harborne, a notable figure in the cryptocurrency space, has made headlines with a substantial donation to the UK's Reform Party. This donation, amounting to $12…

12/4/2025 1 min read

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UK Passes Digital Assets Bill Recognizing Crypto as Property

UK Passes Digital Assets Bill Recognizing Crypto as Property

The UK has officially passed a Digital Assets Bill that recognizes cryptocurrencies as property. This legislation aims to enhance user protections and supports the UK's objective…

12/3/2025 1 min read

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Bank of America Endorses Up to 4% Allocation of Wealth Management Portfolios to Crypto: Report

Bank of America Endorses Up to 4% Allocation of Wealth Management Portfolios to Crypto: Report

Bank of America has reportedly endorsed the idea of allocating up to 4% of wealth management portfolios to cryptocurrency investments. This move aligns the bank with a number of…

12/2/2025 1 min read

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Sanctioned Lender Huione Shuts Phnom Penh Branches, Halts Withdrawals

Sanctioned Lender Huione Shuts Phnom Penh Branches, Halts Withdrawals

Huione, a significant player in the Cambodian finance sector, has closed its branches in Phnom Penh and has halted withdrawals. This decision comes in response to increasing…

12/2/2025 1 min read

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