Crypto news

Bitcoin activity nears record highs on microtransaction surge

Near-record OP_RETURN usage is driving a surge in low-value Bitcoin transactions, pushing Bitcoin network activity close to all-time highs …

Goldman Sachs cuts year-end gold target by $500, doubting rate cuts

Goldman Sachs revised its year-end forecast for gold to $4,900, indicating a rise from current levels, but less than previously expected.

AllUnity debuts SEKAU, a fully reserved Swedish krona stablecoin

AllUnity launches Swedish krona-backed stablecoin SEKAU with multi-chain support, expanding its stablecoin portfolio regulated under the EU…

Franklin Templeton files ETFs that turn stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure

The proposed funds would allocate stock dividends to Bitcoin-linked investments, using a dividend reinvestment strategy to build crypto exp…

Algorand plans ‘broad quantum resilience’ by 2027

Algorand is planning new accounts and consensus mechanisms designed to be resistant to the cryptography-breaking threat of quantum computer…

Microsoft warns users of 'Crypto Clipper' malware spread via USB drives

The malware blends data theft with remote code execution, “turning a financially motivated stealer into a lightweight backdoor,” Microsoft …

US crypto ETFs are pulling Bitcoiners into TradFi: BlackRock's Jay Jacobs

The merger of crypto, decentralized finance and traditional finance is being referred to as the “Great Convergence” at BlackRock.

Celsius’ Mashinsky gets permanent trading ban in CFTC settlement

The US commodities watchdog has settled with Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, ending the agency’s first-ever case against a crypto lending p…

Ether analysts predict another ‘selling wave’ as ETH struggles to overcome $1.7K

Exchange inflows, slumping demand and a 31% drop in Ether futures open interest may signal that another wave of selling could hit ETH.

Bitcoin decouples from tech stocks: Is $60K BTC’s next stop?

Bitcoin’s slump accelerated as capital rotated further into the AI sector, raising the odds of a BTC price drop below $60,000.

US regulators push user ID requirements for stablecoin issuers akin to regulated banks

The proposed rules by US government agencies suggested that stablecoin issuers be subject to customer identification program requirements u…

Malta proposes DeFi rulebook covering DAOs under MiCA-era framework

The Maltese regulator is seeking industry feedback on a legal framework for software-governed organizations, arguing that many DeFi project…

Custodia, Vantage propose token that toggles between bank deposits and stablecoins

The proposed system aims to connect traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain-based payment networks with banks retaining customer…

Ireland mulls crypto safeguards in response to financial risks

For the first time in seven years, the Irish government released an assessment related to digital assets, noting risks from money launderin…

Wealthsimple launches Kalshi-powered prediction market app for Canadian investors

The offering follows regulatory approval earlier this year and comes as prediction markets face legal challenges from regulators, exchanges…

Ethereum Foundation leadership exodus continues with director’s departure

Hsiao-Wei Wang’s departure adds to a wave of Ethereum Foundation exits, fueling debate over governance, decentralization and the network’s …

Bitcoin’s deeply discounted versus AI-stocks, but hawkish Fed risk lingers: Bitwise

Bitwise analysts say Bitcoin trades in a historical value zone, but hawkish Federal Reserve signals and a competition for liquidity could s…

HIVE secures $220M AI infrastructure contract with Bell and Cohere

The deal is expected to add approximately $70 million in annual recurring revenue as the company scales its AI-focused operations.