Finance

OKX’s Star Xu criticizes Binance’s $800M compensation framing

The criticism highlights the need for transparency and accountability in crypto exchanges, potentially influencing future regulatory actions.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Kraken parent wins final approval to offer dirham trading, institutional crypto services in the UAE

Kraken's UAE entry under VARA approval could boost regional crypto adoption, enhance market liquidity, and attract institutional investments.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Standard Chartered launches RLUSD custody and plans LMAX collateral integration

Standard Chartered's expansion into institutional crypto custody could significantly influence regulatory frameworks and stablecoin adoption.

2 weeks ago · By KAYE QUEMA

French lawmakers advance proposal for €100K crypto wallet disclosure

The proposal could tighten tax oversight on large crypto holders, potentially prompting shifts in investment strategies or relocation decisions.

2 weeks ago · By JOHN CHEN

Latest

ENS Labs proposes ENSv2 activation that would halt new ENSv1 registrations

Oct. 12, 2026

ENS Labs proposes ENSv2 activation that would halt new ENSv1 registrations

The proposed ENSv2 activation could centralize governance, enhance user experience, and shift economic activity to the new protocol version.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Solana Policy Institute’s Kristin Smith warns crypto rules may be hard to undo

Oct. 12, 2026

Solana Policy Institute’s Kristin Smith warns crypto rules may be hard to undo

The entrenchment of crypto regulations could solidify existing frameworks, impacting innovation and adaptability in the digital asset space.

By JOHN CHEN

3iQ wins in-principle approval for Category 4 license in Abu Dhabi

Oct. 12, 2026

3iQ wins in-principle approval for Category 4 license in Abu Dhabi

3iQ's strategic move into Abu Dhabi could boost institutional confidence in the region's digital asset market, attracting more global firms.

By JOHN CHEN

Pando Finance’s Solana ETF set to debut on HKEX October 13

Oct. 12, 2026

Pando Finance’s Solana ETF set to debut on HKEX October 13

The launch of Pando Finance's Solana ETF on HKEX could enhance institutional access to crypto, influencing market dynamics and competition.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Adam Weitsman buys 117 Pudgy Penguins to back the collection through a rough patch

Oct. 12, 2026

Adam Weitsman buys 117 Pudgy Penguins to back the collection through a rough patch

Weitsman's investment boosts market confidence, but his influence could sway future dynamics, impacting community stability and value perception.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

CFTC’s Caroline Pham says agency can regulate nearly all commodities

Oct. 12, 2026

CFTC’s Caroline Pham says agency can regulate nearly all commodities

The CFTC's broad regulatory reach could significantly impact the oversight of digital assets, shaping the future landscape of crypto trading.

By JOHN CHEN

Jeonbuk Bank launches South Korea’s first Bitcoin-backed loans for corporate clients

Oct. 11, 2026

Jeonbuk Bank launches South Korea’s first Bitcoin-backed loans for corporate clients

Jeonbuk Bank's Bitcoin-backed loans could catalyze broader crypto adoption in South Korea, influencing regulatory and financial landscapes.

By KAYE QUEMA

Sui Foundation commits $30 million as DATA Network retires its own chain for Sui

Oct. 11, 2026

Sui Foundation commits $30 million as DATA Network retires its own chain for Sui

The shift to Sui could enhance DATA's scalability and integration, potentially setting a precedent for blockchain migrations in the industry.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

STRK surges 322% in four weeks, outpacing Bitcoin and Ether

Oct. 11, 2026

STRK surges 322% in four weeks, outpacing Bitcoin and Ether

Starknet's potential shift to a Layer 1 blockchain could redefine Ethereum's scaling model, impacting security dynamics and market strategies.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Ethereum Foundation-linked wallets send 4,393 ETH to Kraken

Oct. 11, 2026

Ethereum Foundation-linked wallets send 4,393 ETH to Kraken

The Ethereum Foundation's recurring transfers to Kraken may indicate strategic financial maneuvers, impacting market perceptions and liquidity.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN