Catenaa, Friday, April 4, 2025-0xbow has unveiled a new privacy tool, “Privacy Pools,” designed to enhance on-chain privacy while ensuring compliance with regulations. The tool, which draws from a 2023 research paper co-authored by Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin, allows users to make private deposits and withdrawals of ERC-20 tokens using zero-knowledge proofs.  Unlike previous privacy solutions, […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025-Asset manager 21Shares launched Europe’s first Dogecoin exchange-traded product (ETP) on Tuesday, signaling rising institutional interest in the meme-based cryptocurrency. The product, developed in partnership with the House of Doge — a division of the Dogecoin Foundation — will trade under the ticker “DOGE” on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The 21Shares […]

Table of Content Blockchain is the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies. Unfortunately, as this technology evolves, people are developing new ways to misuse and perform malicious actions. The 51% attack or a majority attack is one of them, which refers to a situation in which a miner or a group of miners gain control of more […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-Venture capital firm a16z Crypto has appointed Miles Jennings as its new head of policy, replacing Brian Quintenz, who is set to leave the role as he awaits Senate confirmation to become the next US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chair. Chris Dixon, a founding general partner at a16z Crypto, announced […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-Mubadala Investment Company, one of Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth funds, significantly increased its exposure to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF during the first quarter, according to a regulatory filing released last Thursday. The fund acquired an additional 491,439 shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at $28.8 million, raising its total holdings […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 15, 2025- Verto, a London-based African fintech firm, has won the $1 million Milken-Motsepe Prize in FinTech for its work enabling seamless cross-border transactions in local currencies across Africa. The recognition comes amid renewed efforts to increase intra-African trade, which currently accounts for just 15% of the continent’s global commerce. SMEs and […]

New York, Saturday, October 26, 2024- Machine learning AI assisted the US Department of the Treasury in identifying and recovering over $4 billion in fraudulent or improper payments in 2024. This represents a significant six-fold increase from $652.7 million recovered in 2023, according to the Office of Payment Integrity (OPI). The OPI, a division of […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Thursday, July 25, 2024-Alphabet, Google’s parent company, reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings Tuesday, boosted by strong growth in digital advertising and cloud computing. Alphabets Q2 reports can be accessed here. According to the report revenue climbed 14% to $84.74 billion in the April-June period, topping Wall Street forecasts. Net income jumped 28.6% to $23.6 […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024– Google’s parent company Alphabet Inc. reported a robust 15% year-over-year increase in Q3 2024 revenues, totaling $88.3 billion in its Q3 financial report yesterday. Revenue growth was largely fueled by gains in Google Cloud, which rose 35% to $11.4 billion, and Google Services, which climbed 13% to $76.5 billion. […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 06, 2025-Global crypto investment products attracted $226 million in net inflows last week, marking the second straight week of gains, according to asset manager CoinShares. Bitcoin led with $195 million in inflows, while altcoins based funds saw positive movement for the first time in five weeks. Despite nine consecutive days of inflows, […]

New York, Friday, October 31, 2024-Amazon in its Q3 Earnings yesterday reported higher-than-expected third-quarter profits and sales, boosted by strong retail growth, sending its shares up nearly 6% in after-hours trading. Retail sales rose by 7% to $61.41 billion, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) reported a 19% revenue increase to $27.5 billion, its fastest growth […]

New York, Tuesday July 30, 2024— Wall Street is poised for a significant week as Amazon, Apple, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft, collectively valued at nearly $9 trillion, prepare to report their quarterly earnings. These tech giants, whose stock movements heavily influence market trends, are expected to play a crucial role in shaping investor sentiment. Investors […]

Catenaa, Friday, November 15, 2024-Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has expressed optimism for a crypto-friendly regulatory landscape under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. The firm’s crypto policy team highlighted a promising path toward regulatory clarity, with expectations that Trump’s government will foster innovation, supporting crypto’s growth in the U.S. In a recent note to crypto […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – Apple and Google have taken down several apps developed by the Cambodia-based Huione Group after allegations of the company running the largest dark web marketplace for illicit transactions, valued at $24 billion.  According to reports by blockchain analytics firms Elliptic and Chainalysis, Huione Group operates Huione Guarantee, a Telegram-based […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 03, 2025-Aptos has seen a sharp collapse in user engagement, with active and new addresses plunging over 40% and 80% respectively since peaking in February, according to publicly available reports. The seven-day moving average of active addresses fell to roughly 644,000, the lowest level since November 2024. The number of new addresses […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-Arizona on Wednesday became the second US state to approve a cryptocurrency reserve law, as Governor Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2749 into law, enabling the creation of a crypto asset reserve under the state’s unclaimed property framework. However, earlier the Governor has vetoed the bill. The legislation, introduced by Representative […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 05, 2025-Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a Republican-backed bill that would have allowed state funds to invest up to 10% in digital assets like bitcoin, calling the move too risky for public retirement accounts. The legislation, passed April 26 by Arizona’s GOP-led legislature, proposed permitting the state’s treasurer and retirement systems […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Arizona lawmakers passed a bill Monday that would allow the state to invest public funds in Bitcoin, positioning it to become the first state in the U.S. to legally mandate cryptocurrency reserves if the measure is signed into law. The Arizona Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act cleared both chambers of the state […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025- Arkham Intelligence, a crypto exchange and blockchain analytics firm, will roll out spot trading for users in 17 US states starting March 1, the company announced Saturday. The launch follows its earlier debut of a USDT-based perpetuals exchange and aims to challenge the dominance of Crypto.com and Coinbase, which currently […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 20240-Asia has overtaken North America as the top destination for crypto developers, with the region now representing 32% of the global talent pool, a significant increase from 13% last year, according to data from Electric Capital.  In contrast, the United States’ share has dropped to 18.8%, marking a 51% decline […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-Asia’s richest investors are abandoning the US dollar in favor of Bitcoin, gold and Chinese markets, UBS executive Amy Lo said Tuesday, citing rising geopolitical instability and volatile markets as key factors driving the shift. Lo, co-head of UBS Asia-Pacific, revealed during a Bloomberg event that more than 15% of ultra-wealthy […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 09, 2025-Australia securities watchdog, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), has successfully shut down 95 companies linked to fraudulent crypto investment and romance scams. The Federal Court approved the closure yesterday, April 8, 2025, after ASIC revealed that the firms were operating under false or misleading premises. Many of the companies […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Australia financial intelligence agency has begun removing inactive cryptocurrency exchanges from its official register, part of a wider effort to block the use of digital assets in criminal activity, officials said Wednesday. The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre, or AUSTRAC, said it deregistered multiple crypto exchanges that had not engaged […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 24, 2025-The Australia government on Thursday announced plans to establish a ‘fit for purpose’ digital asset framework aimed at fostering innovation while ensuring consumer protection.  The Treasury released a paper Thursday detailing efforts to regulate digital asset platforms (DAPs) and stablecoins, with input from industry leaders, regulators, and the public. The initiative […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-Germany’s financial watchdog, BaFin, has banned the sale of Ethena GmbH’s USDe token in the country, citing approval process flaws and violations of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR).  BaFin ordered immediate enforcement actions, including freezing the token’s reserve assets and halting new customer registrations. The regulator further instructed […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2025-Bank of America is considering launching a stablecoin tied to the US dollar, CEO Brian Moynihan said Tuesday, contingent on regulatory approval. Speaking at the Economic Club of Washington, DC, Moynihan acknowledged the growing role of stablecoins in the financial sector. “It’s pretty clear there’s going to be a stablecoin,” he […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-The Bank of Italy has warned that the growing integration of cryptocurrency with traditional finance poses systemic risks, highlighting US President Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance as a contributing factor to rising market instability. In its semiannual Financial Stability Report released Thursday, the central bank cautioned that digital assets’ deeper links to […]

Davos, Switzerland, Monday, January 22, 2024- Top bankers gathered behind closed doors at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week, voicing concerns about how nimble fintech companies are disrupting the industry. Executives from major institutions like JPMorgan Chase and Barclays, according to sources. The gathering, attended by approximately 60 global financial CEOs, was led […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 03, 2025- The US Senate Banking Committee on Thursday advanced President Donald Trump’s nomination of Paul Atkins to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission, moving one step closer to reshaping the country’s top Wall Street regulator.  The vote, split strictly along party lines at 13-11, also advanced Trump’s nominees for key financial […]

BASEL, Switzerland, Thursday, July 4, 2024- The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) announced a series of measures on Wednesday aimed at strengthening oversight of banks’ cryptoasset holdings, managing interest rate risk, and mitigating risks associated with third-party service providers. The framework takes effect in January 2026. The committee finalized a disclosure framework requiring banks […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025-Spanish banking giant BBVA has received regulatory approval to offer Bitcoin and Ether trading services in Spain, marking a major expansion of its digital asset operations.  The bank announced Monday that the Spanish securities regulator cleared its plan to launch crypto trading, with services set to roll out in the coming […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-Crypto exchange Binance has introduced a centralized exchange (CEX) to decentralized exchange (DEX) trading feature, allowing users to execute DEX trades directly from their Binance wallets. The move eliminates the need for asset bridging or manual transfers, simplifying the process for users.  According to Binance, the feature supports stablecoins like Circle’s […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025-Binance has signed a strategic partnership with the National Agency for Investments under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic to accelerate the growth of the country’s digital-asset sector. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was finalized during the inaugural meeting of the Council for the Development of Digital Assets, with Kyrgyz President […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 05, 2025-Bitcoin price early this week plunged below $83,000, marking a significant downturn in the cryptocurrency market. This sharp decline caused the market to lose over $1 billion in value, leaving investors on edge. Despite brief recovery attempts, Bitcoin struggled to regain key support levels, with strong sell-offs continuing. Analysts noted that […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 22, 2025- US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw their largest daily net inflows in six weeks, recording $274.6 million on Monday, as institutional interest rebounded following five consecutive weeks of outflows. Fidelity’s FBTC led the surge with $127.3 million, followed by Ark Invest and BlackRock funds. Analysts cite Bitcoin price stabilization and quarter-end […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2023- Bitcoin price briefly spiraled downward on Friday (21) after the news broke of a significant hack at Dubai-based exchange Bybit. Mining stocks also saw a drop following the Bitcoin’s price drop. Bitcoin dropped below $90,000 on Tuesday (25) for the first time in over a month amid a broad cryptocurrency […]

New York, Monday, November, 2024-In a warning to investors, cryptocurrency expert Alan Santana has highlighted signs that Bitcoin (BTC) may be heading for a significant downturn after failing to surpass its previous all-time high. The leading cryptocurrency is currently consolidating below the $70,000 resistance level, raising concerns about its future performance. Santana claims that Bitcoin […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 20, 2025-Bitcoin miners are ramping up their coin sales as surging costs and weakening prices pressure their margins, according to new data from CryptoQuant. In a report released Tuesday, the analytics firm said miners sold 15,000 BTC on April 7 — the third-largest daily outflow of the year. At the day’s low […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Bitcoin mining has become increasingly unprofitable, with energy and hardware costs now outpacing the cryptocurrency’s market value for many miners, according to data from CoinShares. While Bitcoin’s price has rebounded to about $95,000, the cost of mining a single coin has risen sharply. For large-scale mining companies, the average cost to […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025-Bitcoin adoption remains relatively low despite its growing prominence, with only 4% of the world’s population owning BTC, according to a new study by River, a Bitcoin financial services firm.  The United States leads in Bitcoin ownership, with 14% of individuals reporting holdings, while North America has the highest adoption rates […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 20 , 2024 –The Bitcoin Policy Institute has drafted an executive order aimed at establishing a US strategic bitcoin reserve, positioning the cryptocurrency as a permanent national asset. The proposal, intended for President Trump’s consideration, would designate bitcoin as a reserve asset under the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF).  The draft outlines a […]

New York, Wednesday, November 06, 2024— Bitcoin has soared to a new all-time high, breaking past $74,000 as Republican candidate Donald Trump leads in the initial phase of the 2024 US presidential election, reports say. Bitcoin was trading around $74,470, marking a 9.5% increase in the past 24 hours, reports say. The cryptocurrency market reacted […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-Bitcoin rallied to $94,000 on Wednesday, propelling the total cryptocurrency market capitalization above $3 trillion for the first time in six weeks, as institutional inflows and signs of thawing US-China trade tensions boosted investor sentiment. The surge followed remarks from US officials indicating a softer stance on China tariffs and Federal […]

Singapore, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- Bitget has announced that it had introduced a new feature that allows users to create and access their crypto wallets using Telegram accounts. This update, utilizing keyless MPC technology, eliminates the need for users to manage private keys, enhancing both security and user experience. This comes in the aftermath of […]

Catenaa, Wednesday 29, 2025 – Bitwise has officially filed an S-1 registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking a significant step toward bringing the popular memecoin to traditional financial markets.  The crypto asset manager previously registered a filing in Delaware on Jan. 22 for the […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Bitwise Asset Management has filed paperwork in Delaware to launch a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) centered around Near Protocol (NEAR). This filing, submitted Thursday, marks the first step in securing approval for the crypto fund, with additional filings required with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to advance the process. Near […]

New York, Thursday, November, 2024 – BlackRock’s spot bitcoin ETF, IBIT, saw an unprecedented $1 billion in trading volume within 20 minutes of market open on Wednesday, following Donald Trump’s presidential victory. The trading frenzy was driven by investor enthusiasm for Trump’s pro-crypto stance, which boosted bitcoin’s price to a record high of $75,000. Eric […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2025-BlackRock Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) has reached a new milestone, surpassing 50% of the US Bitcoin ETF market share, even as Bitcoin ETF issuers faced a broader sell-off. The world’s largest asset manager now holds over $56.8 billion worth of Bitcoin, accounting for 50.4% of the total Bitcoin ETF holdings in […]

Catenaa, Saturday, January 4, 2025 – BlackRock’s BUIDL token has been approved as a backing asset for Frax Finance’s new stablecoin, frxUSD. The decision follows a governance proposal submitted by Securitize, the broker-dealer managing BlackRock’s tokenized money market fund, which was endorsed by Frax’s decentralized autonomous organization (DAO).  The frxUSD stablecoin, backed by assets held […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-BlackRock launched its iShares Bitcoin ETP in Europe on Tuesday, marking its first crypto-backed exchange-traded product outside North America. The ETP is now listed on Euronext Paris and Xetra under the ticker “IB1T” and on Euronext Amsterdam as “BTCN.” The fund is backed by bitcoin held in cold storage by Coinbase […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 10, 2025 – BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has withdrawn from the Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative, citing political scrutiny and legal challenges. The move follows similar exits by major US banks from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance after Donald Trump’s election as president.  This also come in the back drop […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-BlackRock on Monday filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission to issue digital, blockchain-tracked shares of its $150 billion Treasury Trust Fund, in a move that signals growing institutional confidence in tokenized finance. The digital shares, labeled “DLT shares,” will be available exclusively through BNY Mellon and offered only to institutional […]

New York, Wednesday, October 23, 2024-BlackRock is in talks with cryptocurrency exchanges Binance, OKX, and Deribit to adopt its BUIDL token as collateral for derivatives trades, according to a Bloomberg report. Citing anonymous sources, the report suggests that BlackRock is working to expand the use of its money-market digital coin in the crypto space. BUIDL, […]

On June 15, 2023, BlackRock’s application for SEC approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF set a pivotal precedent, inspiring numerous other financial institutions to follow suit and resubmit their own applications for similar offerings.The first part of this article Bitcoin ETF: Its Journey Ahead, provides a comprehensive overview of BlackRock, Howey Theory, the SEC, and […]

 New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024-BlackRock’s spot Ethereum ETF has reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 billion in total asset value just two months after its launch. This achievement follows a favorable week of trading, with U.S.-based spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) logging their highest weekly inflows since early August. Friday (27) saw $58.7 million […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024- BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing 500,000 BTC in assets under management (AUM) with a valuation of $48 billion. This marks a significant achievement in the ETF’s trajectory, having launched less than a year ago on January 11, 2024.  Data from K33 reveals that $338.3 million […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-The Blockchain Association last Friday urged the US Securities and Exchange Commission to adopt a flexible, phased approach to crypto regulation as the agency reassesses its stance under new leadership. In a letter to the SEC’s newly formed Crypto Task Force, the group — whose members include Coinbase, Ripple, and Uniswap […]

Table of Content What exactly is a Blockchain Bridge? Blockchain, by nature, is closed off and exists as an isolated ecosystem. This is a major bane for the development of the blockchain industry as a whole, as it prevents the pooling of resources and achieving synergy. Imagine a blockchain bridge as a virtual connection that […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2025-Blockchain networks routinely inflate their performance metrics, overestimating throughput by an average of 75%, according to new research by Steven Pu, co-founder of the Layer-1 blockchain Taraxa.  The study, based on data from Chainspect, examined 22 blockchain networks and found that real-world transaction processing speeds fall significantly short of the figures […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 07, 2025-Standard Chartered has projected a major surge in the price of Binance’s BNB token, estimating it could rise more than 360% to $2,775 by the end of 2028. The forecast, made in a report by Geoffrey Kendrick, the bank’s global head of digital assets research, positions BNB as a benchmark asset […]

Catenaa, Friday, November 29, 2024-Brazilian Congressman Eros Biondini has introduced a proposal to establish a national Bitcoin reserve, called the Bitcoin Sovereign Strategic Reserve (RESBit). Filed on November 25, the bill aims to diversify Brazil’s Treasury and position the nation as a global leader in the digital economy. The proposed reserve would be gradually built, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Brazil last week launched the world’s first spot XRP Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) on the B3 exchange, marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency market. Announced on April 27, 2025, the ETF provides investors with direct exposure to XRP, the digital currency associated with Ripple Labs, without needing to own the asset […]

New York, Monday, September 09,2024- Brazil’s central bank announced that it had selected Visa and Santander, among others, to participate in the second phase of its digital currency pilot, known as Drex. Drex is the name given to Brazil’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) pilot project. The central bank announced the decision Friday, saying the […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-Brazilian fintech company Méliuz has purchased 274.52 bitcoins for $28.4 million, becoming the first publicly traded firm in Brazil to adopt a bitcoin treasury strategy. The announcement was made Thursday, shortly after shareholders overwhelmingly approved the move to reposition Méliuz as a corporate bitcoin holder. The firm acquired the bitcoin at […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-The Brazilian Senate will conduct a public hearing on cryptocurrency regulation following a renewed legislative push to tighten oversight on virtual asset service providers (VASPs).  The Senate’s Economic Affairs Committee approved the hearing after Senator Rogério Carvalho, leader of the ruling Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT), called for broader consultation. The move […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025- Brown University has disclosed a nearly $5 million investment in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, marking its first known move into cryptocurrency-related assets, according to a Friday filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The Ivy League institution reported owning 105,000 shares of BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), valued at […]

New York, Wednesday, August 21, 2024- A malicious Chrome extension labeled “Bull Checker” has been targeting Solana decentralized finance (DeFi) users, draining their wallets by exploiting a seemingly legitimate interface. The issue was first identified by Jupiter Exchange on August 19, 2024, following reports from affected users. The extension, disguised as a meme coin tracker, […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Canada’s top financial regulator has issued a warning about the growing threat of cryptocurrency scams fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) deepfakes. The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) raised concerns that scammers are using advanced AI technology to create realistic fake videos and voices of influential figures in the crypto space to trick […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has filed a request with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list Fidelity’s proposed Solana exchange-traded fund, marking a critical step in the approval process.  The exchange submitted a 19b-4 form on Tuesday, though Fidelity must still file an S-1 registration statement detailing the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-Chicago Board Options Exchange (Cboe) Global Markets has announced plans to launch new Bitcoin futures contracts in collaboration with FTSE Russell, a subsidiary of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). The Cboe FTSE Bitcoin Index futures (XBTF) are cash-settled contracts, based on the FTSE Bitcoin Reduced Value Index. This index, developed in […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham announced Monday the launch of a series of public roundtables to address evolving trends and innovation in market structure. The roundtables will focus on key issues such as affiliated entities, conflicts of interest, prediction markets, and digital assets. The […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-The Blockchain Association announced May 14 that Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Commissioner Summer Mersinger will step down from her regulatory role and take over as the influential crypto trade group’s CEO. Mersinger is set to leave the CFTC on May 30 and officially begin her leadership role at the Blockchain […]

Brussels, August 31, 2023: Global interbank messaging service provider Swift announced that its experimental operation using blockchain technology based on the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol CCIP of Chainlink was a success. The Swift CCIP Chainlink experiment started in June 2023. It was announced in a press release on June 13, 2023, and the results were announced […]

BEIJING, Monday, June 24, 2024- China is urging the European Union to scrap its planned tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) before July 4, according to state media reports. The tariffs, set at up to 38.1%, were imposed by the EU while it investigates claims of unfair subsidies to Chinese EV manufacturers. Beijing is wary […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025- The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has unveiled a plan to integrate artificial intelligence into the nation’s financial sector, emphasizing automation, cybersecurity, and regulatory oversight.  During its annual Technology Work Conference on Monday, the central bank outlined its 2025 financial technology agenda, prioritizing large-scale machine learning models in banking operations. […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 22, 2025-Crypto firms Circle and BitGo are preparing to apply for US bank charters or licenses as stablecoin regulation looms, according to a Wall Street Journal report published Monday. Coinbase and Paxos are also weighing similar steps, sources told the newspaper. The move comes as Congress considers legislation that would require stablecoin […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 25, 2025-Citigroup (Citi) said Thursday that stablecoin could evolve into a multi-trillion-dollar asset class by 2030, as adoption accelerates amid a shifting regulatory landscape. In a new report, the banking giant estimated that total stablecoin supply may climb to $1.6 trillion by the end of the decade, with a high-end scenario approaching […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 20, 2025- The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) on Monday (17) began trading Solana futures, a move seen as a key step toward the approval of Solana-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). CME Group, the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, introduced futures contracts in two sizes: a micro contract covering 25 SOL and a larger contract […]

Introduction Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform, has announced a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to become the most trusted and user-friendly platform in the crypto economy. The company has unveiled an expansion of its supported fiat currencies, providing institutional customers with a broader range of payment options and trading pairs. This move aims […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 23, 2025-A Coinbase study conducted with EY-Parthenon found that over 75% of institutional investors plan to increase their exposure to digital assets in 2025, with 59% allocating more than 5% of their assets under management to crypto-related products. The survey, conducted in January as Bitcoin surged past $100,000 to a record high, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November, 2024-Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, is scheduled to meet with President-elect Donald Trump on Monday, November 25, to discuss potential appointments for key government positions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The discussions come as Trump considers nominations for Treasury Secretary and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair, roles […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 30, 2025-Coinbase Chief Legal Officer (CLO), Paul Grewal, has urged the US Office of Government Ethics (OGE) to lift its prohibition on SEC employees from holding or using cryptocurrencies. In a letter to the OGE, Grewal criticized the ban as “particularly egregious,” arguing that understanding the technology is essential for regulating it […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-Coinbase is in advanced discussions to acquire Deribit, the world’s largest crypto options exchange for Bitcoin and Ether, Bloomberg reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.  The companies have reportedly informed regulators in Dubai, where Deribit holds a license. The exchange, valued between $4 billion and $5 billion as of January, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 154, 2025 – Coinbase will also be included in the S&P 500 on May 19, becoming the first pure-play cryptocurrency company to enter the benchmark index, replacing Discover Financial Services after its Capital One acquisition, according to reports. The inclusion could drive as much as $9 billion in passive inflows, according to […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 27, 2028-Coinbase reported $400 billion in total trading volume for Q4 2024, matching levels last seen during the 2021 bull market but with a dominant institutional presence. Retail investors accounted for just 21% ($94 billion) of the volume, down from 36% in 2021. The SEC’s recent dismissal of its case against Coinbase […]

New York, Sunday, November 10, 2024-Coinbase’s stock surged more than 30% on November 6, following Donald Trump’s election victory, closing at year-to-date highs. The massive rally was mirrored by the GraniteShares 2x Long COIN Daily ETF, which rocketed 62%—potentially a record one-day return for an ETF, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas. Leveraged ETFs, designed […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Friday, June 28, 2024- Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is suing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) after both agencies denied requests for public records, the company announced Thursday. “Coinbase, Inc., the largest digital-asset trading platform in the United States, retainedHistory Associates Incorporated to submit Freedom of […]

New York, Saturday, October 5, 2024- Coinbase Global Inc. has announced plans to delist stablecoins that fail to comply with the European Union’s upcoming regulations by the end of this year. The move targets popular i tokens such as Tether’s USDT, following the EU’s finalization of its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. MiCA regulations, which […]

 Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-Coinbase announced it will suspend trading for the Movement (MOVE) token “on or around” 2 p.m. ET on May 15 across its platforms, including Coinbase.com, Coinbase Exchange, and Coinbase Prime. The exchange has already placed MOVE’s order books in limit-only mode, allowing users to place and cancel limit orders but prohibiting […]

The Effects It Will Have on the Uptake of Web 3  The phrase Web3 refers to the next internet paradigm in which users may communicate with decentralized applications (dapps) that operate on blockchain networks. Transparency, security, privacy, and ownership of data and assets are just a few of the benefits that Web3 provides. Web3 does, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 30, 2025-Coinbase has warned that Canada risks losing its global economic competitiveness unless it adopts crypto-friendly regulations. As the country nears a federal election, the exchange is urging policymakers to modernize financial regulations to support digital assets.  Lucas Matheson, Coinbase’s Canadian director, stressed in a blog post that while Canada has been […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 21, 2024 – A California federal court has ruled in favor of Coinbase, allowing the major cryptocurrency exchange to delist wrapped bitcoin (wBTC) despite efforts by Hong Kong-based BiT Global to block the decision through a temporary restraining order.  US District Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín determined there was no valid reason to prevent […]

New York, Wednesday, October 30, 2024-Visa yesterday announced a partnership with Coinbase to integrate Visa Direct, enabling real-time account funding for Coinbase customers using eligible Visa debit cards. This feature allows users to instantly deposit funds, enhancing flexibility for trading opportunities in the fast-paced crypto market. The integration will enable Coinbase users across the US […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, December 11, 2024-Coincheck, Japan’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange, will debut on Nasdaq on Wednesday through a merger with Thunder Bridge Capital, marking a significant milestone for the global crypto industry.  The de-SPAC transaction will create Coincheck Group N.V., with an initial implied market capitalization of approximately $1.3 billion. Trading under the ticker CNCK, the […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025- CoinDesk’s premier crypto and blockchain conference, Consensus, will be held in Toronto for the first time from May 14 to 16, marking a pivotal expansion of the industry’s most influential annual gathering. Organizers claim that consensus 2025 will unite more than 6,800 digital asset companies, 400 startups, and attendees from […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025-CPIC Investment Management Hong Kong (CPICIMHK) has launched the city’s first tokenized USD money market fund, marking a milestone in blockchain finance.  Dubbed CPIC Estable MMF, the private fund digitizes shares on the blockchain for transparent ownership tracking. The fund debuted with an initial $100 million subscription on the HashKey Chain, […]

New York, Wednesday, July 31, 2024— CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. partners estimate a 20% reduction in new bookings for the second half of the year following a significant tech outage, according to a report by Morgan Stanley. The cybersecurity firm’s partners reported disruptions in their operations due to the outage, which occurred earlier this month and […]

Washington, Friday, June 28, 2024-President Joe Biden and presidential candidate Donald Trump did not discuss cryptocurrency during their 90-minute debate on Thursday, despite significant contributions from crypto lobbyists.((cointelegraph.com: Many crypto enthusiasts and investors expected crypto would be one of the highlight points in the Trump-Biden debate. The June 27 debate, hosted by CNN, covered topics […]

Catenaa, Thursday, January 23, 2025 – At the Davos World Economic Forum on Thursday, January 23, cryptocurrency executives expressed growing confidence that the US will pass new regulations for digital assets in 2025, as President Donald Trump’s rhetoric stirs market optimism. Trump’s vocal support for cryptocurrency has sparked renewed enthusiasm among industry leaders, who believe […]

Singapore, Wednesday, November 06, 2024 – A consortium of prominent cryptocurrency firms, including Robinhood, Kraken, and Paxos, has introduced a new stablecoin, the Global Dollar (USDG), structured to distribute reserve-based income among its participants. Issued out of Singapore by Paxos, the USDG stablecoin aligns closely with the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s upcoming regulatory framework for […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025-The global Crypto market took a significant hit Monday, with the market capitalization sinking 12%, resulting in $1 billion in liquidations across multiple exchanges. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major cryptocurrencies saw sharp declines as investors pulled back amid the fading momentum of President Donald Trump’s proposed reserve plan.  Trump’s controversial plan, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 13, 2025-The cryptocurrency market plunged into chaos as nearly $1 billion in liquidations rattled traders, driving Bitcoin to a four-month low and intensifying panic. Over 100,000 traders were affected by the sudden downturn, with long positions suffering massive losses. Bitcoin and Ethereum led the decline as large holders moved significant amounts of […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 03, 2025-Cryptocurrency prices tumbled Wednesday after President Donald Trump unveiled new reciprocal tariffs on nearly 200 U.S. trading partners, sparking markets-wide selloffs.  Bitcoin fell 3% to $82,600 after briefly touching $88,000. Ethereum dropped over 6% to below $1,800, while Solana shed 6.5%, trading near $118. Other top cryptocurrencies, including Dogecoin and XRP, […]

London, Sunday, October 6, 2024-Crypto now serves as a “valuable gateway” for institutions to enter the evolving world of digital assets, fueling the shift towards tokenization, BlackRock’s Head of Digital Assets Robert Mitchnick said at a private conference in London on October 3, reports said. Mitchnick, speaking at Digital Assets Week, emphasized the increasing overlap […]

New York, Sunday, September 15, 2024 –A new Chainalysis report reveals a troubling surge in cryptocurrency-related scams in 2024. The research highlights that 43% of illicit crypto inflows have gone to wallets activated this year, a significant increase from 29.9% in 2022. The report indicates a shift from long-term Ponzi schemes to more targeted frauds, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025- Following the re-election of the Labor government on May 3, the Australian crypto industry is calling for urgent digital asset law reforms to prevent the country from falling behind global market trends. The Labor Party secured a resounding victory, winning 54.9% of the vote, promising reform on crypto regulations, though […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-Global crypto trading volumes plunged 40.65% in the first quarter of 2025, marking the steepest quarterly decline in over two years, according to CoinMarketCap’s Q1 report released April 9. Market sentiment also fell to its lowest point since early 2023, despite Bitcoin (BTC) hovering near all-time highs. The report cites multiple […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-Crypto exchange volumes have plummeted to their lowest levels in six months, according to data from The Block, as traders increasingly move away from spot trading in favor of more speculative futures contracts. The seven-day moving average for trading volume across major centralized exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, and Bitfinex, dropped to […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Crypto.com has acquired Australian brokerage Fintek Securities, securing an Australian Financial Services License to broaden its offerings in the local market. The license enables Crypto.com to provide deposit products, derivatives, securities, and managed investment schemes to Australian users.  Fintek specializes in trading foreign exchange, commodities, and indices through Contracts […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 20, 2024 – Crypto.com has withdrawn its lawsuit against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) amid revelations that CEO Kris Marszalek met with President-elect Donald Trump to discuss cryptocurrency regulations and the potential establishment of a national Bitcoin reserve.  Bloomberg citing an anonymous source reported that Trump and Marszalek met at […]

New York, Monday, September 30, 2024-Decentralized finance platform Curve Finance is reportedly considering the removal of TrueUSD (TUSD) as collateral for its Curve USD (crvUSD) stablecoin. This follows concerns within the crypto community about the reliability and transparency of TrueUSD’s reserves. The proposal to delist TUSD is being discussed by Curve’s governance community, which plays […]

Catenaa, Sunday, February 23, 2025-Michael Egorov, the founder of Curve Finance, said the company had has raised $5 million in funding for his new project, Yield Basis, at a fully diluted valuation of $50 million. The fundraising, which began in January 2025, concluded in just two weeks, with investor demand oversubscribed by 15 times. Yield […]

Imagine a market where you usually go to buy groceries. Multiple vendors will sell different types of goods, and they may have their own union or a local government body to regulate and oversee operations. Each vendor has their own prices, supplies, reputation, and quantity. What if there was a marketplace for digital assets where […]

Cryptocurrencies are digital or virtual currencies that rely on cryptographic systems for their operation. They offer a means of conducting secure online transactions without the need for intermediaries such as banks or payment processors. Every single transaction made in the realm of crypto is meticulously recorded on distributed, tamper-proof ledgers called blockchains. Imagine a giant, […]

MENLO PARK, Calif. Friday, June 7, 2024- Online brokerage Robinhood has acquired a cryptocurrency exchange Bitstamp for a reported $200 million, defying ongoing scrutiny from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding its own crypto offerings. “Robinhood Markets, Inc. has agreed to acquire Bitstamp Ltd., a global cryptocurrency exchange. Bitstamp was founded in 2011 and […]

NEW YORK, Wednesday, July 31, 2024- Delta Air Lines is considering legal action against CrowdStrike and Microsoft following a massive technology outage earlier this month that grounded thousands of flights and caused widespread disruption across multiple industries, reports said. The airline has hired prominent attorney David Boies to explore potential damages claims after suffering hundreds […]

New York, Sunday, November 10, 2024- Detroit will soon allow residents to pay taxes and city fees using cryptocurrency, making it the largest US  city to adopt this payment option, it is learnt. The new service, anticipated in mid-2025, will be powered by PayPal’s secure platform, aiming to enhance payment accessibility, especially for residents who […]

Berlin, Thursday, November 07, 2024 – In a significant move towards sustainable cryptocurrency mining, Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary, MMS, has partnered with Bankhaus Metzler to launch a green Bitcoin mining pilot in Germany. The project aims to harness excess renewable energy, such as surplus wind and solar power, to fuel Bitcoin mining operations, thereby reducing energy […]

Shanghai, Tuesday, December 19 –  The Bank of China’s Shanghai branch had successfully executed a 100 million yuan ($14 million) e-CNY CBDC settlement received from overseas for gold through the Shanghai Financial Exchange International Board. A spokesperson for the Bank of China stated that the account will contribute financial strength to support Shanghai’s in-depth implementation […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 16, 2025- Decentralized finance protocol Curve Finance confirmed late Monday that its primary website was targeted in a Domain Name System (DNS) attack, warning users to avoid interaction with the compromised domain. The protocol disclosed that the “curve.fi” domain had been hijacked in what it described as a DNS spoofing incident. Although […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 02, 2024-The Dogecoin Foundation has called for funding to accelerate its 2025 plans, aiming to establish Dogebox, a decentralized payment platform designed to onboard small and medium-sized businesses into Dogecoin’s ecosystem. Announced on X (formerly Twitter), Dogebox seeks to empower grassroots retailers by enabling Dogecoin-based payments, integrating with existing systems, and rewarding […]

Catenaa, Monday, November 11, 2024-The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday the sentencing of Roman Sterlingov, the operator of Bitcoin Fog, the darknet’s longest-running Bitcoin mixing service. Sterlingov, a dual Russian-Swedish national, received a prison term of 12 years and six months for laundering criminal proceeds through the BTC mixing service from 2011 to […]

New York, Tuesday, September 3, 2024 – Bitcoin is hovering around $60,000 amid fears that the U.S. dollar could be on the brink of a major crisis, an article in the Forbes Magazine said. Last week saw significant economic forecasts, political clashes, and corporate revelations. Economist Peter Schiff warned of inflation risks as the U.S. […]

New York, Thursday, November 07, 2024- The Dow Jones Industrial Average skyrocketed 1,500 points, marking its best performance since 2022 in a dramatic post-election rally on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to President Donald Trump’s victory. This rally also propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to new all-time highs, reflecting market optimism about the […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024-Cryptocurrency payment provider DTCpay announced it will phase out Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) transactions by the end of 2024, transitioning exclusively to stablecoins starting January 2025.  The shift comes as DTCpay prioritizes stablecoins like USDT, USDC, FDUSD, and WUSD, citing their price stability compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum. This stability […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 18, 2025-Dubai Department of Finance has signed a partnership with Crypto.com to enable cryptocurrency payments for government services, marking a major push in the emirate’s digital finance ambitions. Announced during the Dubai FinTech Summit, the agreement allows residents and businesses to pay for public services using stablecoins through Crypto.com’s wallet platform. The […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025-European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde confirmed plans to complete the preparation phase for the digital euro by October 2025, despite ongoing skepticism from lawmakers and privacy advocates.  Speaking at a press conference on recently, Lagarde emphasized that the digital euro will coexist with cash and function as a pseudonymous, […]

Frankfurt, Germany, Tuesday, January 09, 2024- The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued five separate calls for applications to establish framework agreements with potential providers of components and related services for a digital euro, if and when it is launched. This move marks a significant step in exploring the development of a central bank digital […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 21, 2024 – El Salvador has reached a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after agreeing to reduce its reliance on bitcoin as legal tender. The deal comes as the cryptocurrency briefly hit a record high of over $108,000 this week.  Under the agreement, businesses in El Salvador […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 10, 2024-El Salvador is reportedly set to amend its controversial Bitcoin law to secure a multi-billion-dollar deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to a report from the Financial Times. The agreement, expected in the coming weeks, would provide $2 billion in funding from the IMF, World Bank, and Inter-American Development […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-El Salvador’s national bitcoin investment has surged to more than $357 million in unrealized profits, as the cryptocurrency approaches its all-time high. President Nayib Bukele said the country’s holdings – roughly 6,181 BTC – are now valued at $644.4 million, more than double the initial investment of $287.1 million. He shared […]

San Salvador, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-El Salvador’s bonds have surged, defying criticism aimed at President Nayib Bukele’s controversial handling of the nation’s finances, particularly regarding Bitcoin. Recent Bloomberg data highlights a notable rally following the government’s proposal to buy back dollar-denominated bonds, signaling a strategic debt restructuring move.  On October 4, 2024, Bukele announced the […]

New York, Thursday, November 07, 2024-The net worth of several high-profile billionaires surged after Donald Trump’s victory as president-elect, sparking investor optimism across major markets. Tesla CEO Elon Musk saw his wealth skyrocket by nearly $21 billion, reaching $285.6 billion as Tesla stock surged by 15% on Wednesday. The anticipated pro-crypto and corporate tax-cut stance […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024- Elon Musk’s wealth surged to $353 billion, increasing by $91 billion in the past month, despite a Delaware court invalidating his $100 billion Tesla pay package for the second time. The ruling doesn’t faze Musk, as Tesla shares rose 40% after Donald Trump’s election victory. Investors anticipate regulatory and federal […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 16, 2024-ENS Labs, the developer behind Ethereum Name Service (ENS), announced plans for a new Layer 2 rollup called Namechain, expected to launch by late 2025. Namechain will allow users to register and manage ENS names with significantly reduced fees and enhanced flexibility across multiple Layer 2 (L2) networks, without being restricted […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 12, 2025- Enterprise blockchain is entering a new era, with a growing focus on hybrid solutions that balance the benefits of public and private networks. These hybrid models, which separate critical data handling from public record-keeping, allow companies to comply with diverse global regulatory frameworks while utilizing the transparency and security of […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 26, 2025- Ethereum developers have activated the much-anticipated Pectra upgrade on the Holesky test network, marking a critical step toward its eventual mainnet deployment. The upgrade went live at 4:55 p.m. ET on Sunday but has yet to finalize, prompting developers to investigate potential issues.  This follows the Ethereum Foundation (EF) announcing […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025- Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has called for a sweeping redesign of the blockchain’s base layer, proposing a simplified architecture inspired by Bitcoin’s minimalist design to enhance security, scalability and long-term resilience. In a blog post published May 3 titled “Simplifying the L1,” Buterin detailed his vision to streamline Ethereum’s increasingly […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024-Ethereum has overtaken Tron in USDT issuance dominance for the first time since 2022, signaling a shift in the stablecoin market landscape. The surge in USDT minting on Ethereum is attributed to bullish market conditions, driven by Bitcoin’s record-breaking all-time high and growing anticipation around spot Bitcoin ETFs. These developments have […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has been appointed as a strategic advisor to Pakistan’s newly established Crypto Council. The Pakistan Crypto Council, created in March 2025, aims to enhance the country’s blockchain infrastructure, education, and adoption. This move is part of Pakistan’s broader strategy to strengthen its digital assets sector […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 25, 2025- Crypto exchange eXch has denied accusations of facilitating money laundering for the Lazarus Group, the North Korean hacking syndicate behind the $1.4 billion theft from Bybit on February 21. In a statement posted on the Bitcointalk forum on February 23, eXch refuted claims, asserting that it was “not laundering money […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 03, 2025-Fantasy.top, an on-chain trading card platform, has unveiled Clout, a new rewards system designed to tokenize social interactions on the social media platform X. The initiative aims to incentivize cryptocurrency discussions, rewarding top contributors with real-world value. Clout evaluates posts based on relevance, quality, and virality within crypto-related conversations. The top […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 04, 2025-At Paris Blockchain Week 2025, Bahamut introduced its groundbreaking PoSA (Proof-of-Stake and Activity) consensus model, marking a significant evolution in blockchain technology. The announcement, made on April 7, unveiled a consensus mechanism that rewards validators based on the activity level of their deployed smart contracts, making Bahamut’s blockchain more dynamic and […]

Washington, DC, Friday, October 11, 2024- In an unprecedented move, the Federal Bureau of Investigation created its own cryptocurrency token to trap scammers engaging in pump-and-dump schemes. FBI Statement can be seen here. The website created for the sting operation can be reached here. The operation, dubbed “Operation Token Mirrors,” resulted in the arrest of […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 17, 2024-The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on Monday released a discussion paper aimed at tightening regulations within the United Kingdom’s crypto-asset market. The move seeks to tackle abuse, enhance transparency, and provide clearer rules for businesses and consumers.  The FCA is urging authorized trading platforms to adopt stronger internal measures to detect […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 02, 2025-The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) on Friday reversed its previous stance on digital assets, announcing that financial institutions can engage in crypto-related activities without prior approval from the agency.  The FDIC said it is rescinding earlier guidance that required supervised institutions to notify the agency before engaging in cryptocurrency activities. […]

New York, Tuesday, November 05, 2024-The US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) last week faced  a backlash from the crypto industry following reports that it had sent multiple letters urging banks to pause their involvement in cryptocurrency services. Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, revealed these developments, accusing the FDIC of deliberately discouraging banks from engaging […]

Little Rock, Ark. Monday, January 222, 2024 – US-based Panacea Financial, a fintech company specializing in financial services for doctors and medical practices, secured $24.5 million in Series B funding to fuel its strategic growth within the doctor community. This investment from global venture capital fund Valar Ventures will significantly expand Panacea’s reach and offerings. […]

London, November 05, 2024 – In a pioneering move, a British pension fund, advised by pension consultancy Cartwright, has invested 3% of its £50 million ($65 million) assets directly into bitcoin. This marks the first time a UK pension fund has allocated a portion of its assets directly into cryptocurrency rather than through proxies like […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 1, 2025-FLock.io, a decentralized AI training platform, announced Thursday a collaboration with Alibaba Cloud to develop advanced artificial intelligence models.  The partnership will use Alibaba Cloud’s Qwen, a leading large language model, along with cloud infrastructure to create both domain-specific and general-purpose AI systems. The agreement includes not only technical integration but […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 12, 2025-  France and the European Union are intensifying efforts to attract US-based scientists who are concerned about the Trump administration’s policies impacting academia. As part of the initiative, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are expected to announce new incentives and protections for researchers wishing […]

New York, Wednesday, September 25, 2024-Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, has been sentenced to two years in prison for her involvement in the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The sentencing took place in the United States Southern District of New York on September 24, with Judge Lewis Kaplan presiding over the case. Ellison, […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 21, 2025-FTX creditors will receive more than $5 billion from the bankrupt crypto exchange’s estate beginning May 30, according to the FTX Recovery Trust’s Thursday statement. This marks the second phase of the bankruptcy estate’s repayment plan. Four creditor groups are set to receive funds, with payouts ranging from 54% to 120% […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-G7 leaders may confront North Korea’s cybertheft spree at next month’s summit in Canada, sources told Bloomberg, as mounting crypto heists linked to the regime spark fresh global security concerns. The discussions would mark a rare focus on digital assets at the G7 level. North Korea-backed hackers are believed to have […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025- Galaxy Digital, the crypto financial services firm, has received approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its move from the Cayman Islands to Delaware. The approval, which follows the filing of the company’s S-4 registration statement, is part of the firm’s broader expansion strategy in the US […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 04, 2025-Galaxy Digital has swapped over $100 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) for Solana (SOL) in the past two weeks, according to blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain. The exchange, which saw Galaxy deposit 65,600 ETH worth $106.5 million and withdraw 752,240 SOL worth $105 million from Binance, signals a shift in the firm’s […]

Singapore, Wednesday, October 30, 2024-The Gemini crypto exchange, led by the Winklevoss twins, has secured preliminary approval from Singapore’s Monetary Authority (MAS) to offer digital payment token (DPT) and cross-border money transfer services. This regulatory nod advances Gemini’s ability to provide locally compliant services in Singapore, a market with Gemini’s second-largest customer base after the […]

New York, Tuesday, October 01, 2024– Crypto exchange Gemini has announced its exit from Canada, instructing all Canadian users to withdraw their assets before December 31, 2024. In a private communication sent on Monday, the exchange, run by the Winklevoss twins, informed its customers that they have 90 days, starting from September 30, to remove […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 26, 2024 – A key German privacy regulator has ordered the controversial World project, backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, to delete biometric data collected from scanning people’s eyeballs. The Bavarian State Office for Data Protection Supervision, tasked with enforcing the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), announced the decision Thursday, citing […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 17, 2025- Gibraltar has teamed up with Peter Thiel-backed Bullish to create a new regulatory framework for clearing and settling crypto derivatives, marking a major shift in institutional adoption of digital assets. The collaboration, announced on May 13, introduces a system designed to integrate traditional finance (TradFi) risk management practices into the […]

London, Thursday, November 07, 2024-The global economy faces fresh uncertainty after Donald Trump’s election victory, with concerns mounting over the potential impact of US-led protectionist policies. Economists and policymakers across Europe and Asia are reassessing risks as Trump’s promises to tighten trade restrictions and cut security ties with allies loom. German and European economies, which […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 02, 2025-Global stock markets tumbled Monday as investors reacted to US President Donald Trump’s plans for sweeping new tariffs on imports, sparking fresh trade war fears. Trump, who has already imposed tariffs on steel, aluminum and cars, is set to announce additional levies on April 2, which could target all countries. The […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 01, 2025-A Goldman Sachs analyst issued a stark forecast for the US dollar, warning its weakening trend will persist as BRICS nations pursue financial diversification.  Kamakshya Trivedi, Head of Global FX at Goldman Sachs, said Thursday the US dollar’s decline is “here to stay,” citing shifting geopolitical dynamics and emerging economies’ growing […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 07, 2025-Google announced it is integrating zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) technology into Google Wallet, launching a privacy-focused digital identity solution beginning in the United Kingdom. The tech giant said the move aims to allow users to verify age and other credentials without revealing personal information. While Google did not confirm whether the system […]

San Francisco, Monday, September 9, 2024- Google’s ad tech business is under intense scrutiny as a major trial gets underway today. The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) is challenging Alphabet, Google’s parent company, on allegations that it operates an illegal monopoly in the digital advertising market. The case, set to be heard by U.S. District […]

Luxumberg, Monday, September 16, 2024- Alphabet Inc.’s Google is under investigation by Europe’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) for potential breaches of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) related to its artificial intelligence model, PaLM2. Launched in May 2023, PaLM2 is being scrutinized for its handling of personal data from EU and European Economic Area citizens. […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- Hedera Hashgraph has launched HashSphere, a private, permissioned blockchain designed for institutions, leveraging the company’s existing Hashgraph technology. The beta release, announced Monday 31, aims to provide a secure and compliant environment for businesses operating in regulated markets.  HashSphere is EVM-compatible, allowing developers to build decentralized applications while maintaining permissioned […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 20, 2024 – HashKey Group, a Hong Kong-based blockchain firm, officially launched the mainnet of its Ethereum layer-2 solution, HashKey Chain, following a successful testnet phase.  During the month-long testnet, HashKey Chain recorded over 24.72 million transactions, registered more than 860,000 wallet addresses, and deployed 50 projects, according to the company. The […]

London, Wednesday, October 09, 2024- A new HBO documentary yesterday claimed that it had identified Peter Todd, a Canadian developer, as the elusive Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous founder of Bitcoin. However, Todd had denied the claim. The claim, made by award-winning filmmaker Cullen Hoback, has reignited debate in the crypto world, although Todd has strongly […]

Hong Kong, Wednesday, October 30, 2024- Hong Kong is set to intensify its push for cryptocurrency adoption with new regulatory changes designed to make the city more attractive to crypto investments and trading platforms. During a speech at the Hong Kong Fintech Week, Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, confirmed that tax […]

Hong Kong, Tuesday, September 24, 2024-The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) launched the second phase of its e-HKD pilot on Monday (September 23), focusing on tokenization, offline payments, and programmability. Dubbed “Project e-HKD+,” this phase brings together 11 groups, including major financial players like Bank of China, Hang Seng Bank, HSBC, Visa, and Mastercard. The […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March, 11, 2025-The Hong Kong government has issued a warning about a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme involving a fake digital coin dubbed the “National Hong Kong Coin,” which was promoted through a fake social media account impersonating the city’s Chief Executive, John Lee Ka-chiu. The scam, which falsely claimed that the coin was built […]

Catenaa, Monday, November 25, 2024- Hong Kong’s leading digital bank, ZA Bank announced today that it now allowed retail users to trade cryptocurrencies directly through its banking app. The initiative makes ZA Bank the first bank in Asia to offer such a service, streamlining access to crypto trading by integrating fiat currency transactions within its […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 03, 2025- A US House committee has approved legislation aimed at halting the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency, escalating Republican opposition to a government-backed digital dollar. The House Financial Services Committee voted 27-22 on Thursday to advance the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, sponsored by Majority Whip Tom Emmer, […]

Table of Content Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) is a ground-breaking idea in the fields of cybersecurity and cryptography that enables one party to demonstrate to another that a statement is true without disclosing any information beyond the statement’s veracity. The complexities of ZKP, its usage in the financial sector, and its revolutionary effects will all […]

Canberra, Thursday, July 25, 2024- HSBC Australia has abruptly blocked all customer transactions to cryptocurrency exchanges, citing a surge in scam activity. The move, which took effect on July 24, 2024, restricts both bank transfers and credit card payments to crypto platforms. The bank claims the decision is to protect customers from financial losses. The […]

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – HSBC Bank in China recently announced that it would offer e-CNY services to corporate clients, according to report. The corporate clients are allowed to connect their bank accounts with digital yuan accounts for asset management, a statement said. Nord Anglia Education Group, a Chinese school management company in London, has […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 17, 2025-  India government has instructed cryptocurrency platforms to tighten surveillance on transactions originating from Jammu and Kashmir and other border regions, following concerns about potential terror financing. The advisory, issued last week by the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND), directs exchanges to closely monitor transactions linked to “private wallets” – decentralized tools […]

New Delhi, Thursday, September 12, 2024- India remains the top country for cryptocurrency adoption, according to Chainalysis’ 2024 Global Crypto Adoption Index released a while ago.The Chainanalysis report can be seen here. This marks the second consecutive year that India has ranked first, surpassing countries like Nigeria, Indonesia, the United States, and Vietnam. Chainalysis analyzes […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025-Indonesia Ministry of Communication and Digital has suspended the operating permit of World, formerly known as Worldcoin, over alleged violations of electronic system operation regulations.The project, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is under investigation after the ministry discovered that one of its local operators lacked the necessary legal permit to […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 16, 2024- Infinex, the decentralized exchange founded by Kain Warwick, has partnered with Near Foundation to incorporate Near Chain Signatures into its platform. This integration will allow users to sign transactions across multiple blockchains using a single Near account, enhancing ease and interoperability for decentralized finance (DeFi) users. The partnership enables Infinex […]

PoH is a newly developed consensus mechanism engineered by Anatoly Yakovenko, the founder of Solana Labs. Solana’s PoH is all about making sure that in a blockchain, the order of events matters as much as the events themselves. To do this, it uses a tool called Verifiable Delay Function (VDF) to record when each event […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 04, 2025-DeFi Development Corporation (DDC), the company formerly known as Janover, has increased its Solana (SOL) holdings by acquiring 88,164 SOL tokens valued at approximately $11.5 million. This acquisition brings the firm’s total SOL holdings to around $34.4 million. The move follows DDC’s rebranding, which was finalized after it was acquired by […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 31, 2025-Japan is seeking to reclassify cryptocurrencies as financial products, introducing stricter regulations on insider trading similar to traditional financial markets.  The move, which is part of a broader revision of Japan’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, aims to differentiate digital assets from securities while recognizing their investment characteristics.  This proposal reflects […]

Tokyo, Tuesday, October 01, 2024-Shigeru Ishiba, Japan’s incoming Prime Minister and leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has announced plans to promote blockchain and NFTs as part of a national economic strategy. Ishiba, formerly the Japanese Defense Minister, is set to take office next week after winning the LDP leadership race. According to […]

NEW YORK, Thursday, June 20, 2024 – A proposed $30 billion settlement between Visa, Mastercard, and merchants to limit credit and debit card swipe fees is in jeopardy of being thrown out by a federal  judge. US District Judge Margo Brodie in Brooklyn signaled her intention to reject the agreement during a hearing on Thursday, […]

New York, Tuesday, October 15, 2024- Vice President Kamala Harris has introduced a cryptocurrency regulatory framework as part of her “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men,” seeking to address the increasing involvement of Black Americans in digital assets. According to her campaign, over 20% of Black Americans own crypto. This move comes less than a month […]

Washington, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 – Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled her policy positions for her presidential campaign yesterday, but the list notably excludes any mention of cryptocurrencies, reports said. While Harris has committed to supporting “American innovation and workers,” focusing on sectors like artificial intelligence, she has remained silent on the growing cryptocurrency industry […]

ASTANA — Kazakhstan cryptocurrency market has ballooned to $1.4 billion as the government accelerates plans to dominate Central Asia’s digital asset space, fueled by easing regulations, expanding infrastructure, and rising public adoption. Kanysh Tuleushin, vice minister of digital development, said in an op-ed that strategic reforms and international investment are transforming the nation’s crypto mining […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 06, 2025-Following Indonesia coming down hard on the World Foundation, Kenya High Court has ordered the biometric data project to delete all user data collected locally and cease further data harvesting, citing violations of constitutional privacy rights. The foundation, formerly known as Worldcoin and co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, was directed […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 01, 2025-Keycard, the hardware wallet venture backed by the Status team, announced Wednesday the pre-sale of Shell, its new open-source modular wallet.  Shell is designed to deliver unprecedented transparency and security, featuring interchangeable smart cards—dubbed Keycards—that enable users to manage multiple wallets securely. Early buyers can pre-order Shell, bundled with two Keycards, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025- Crypto exchange Kraken has teamed up with Mastercard to allow digital asset holders in the UK and Europe to spend their cryptocurrencies at over 150 million merchants globally. The collaboration, announced April 9, 2025, will introduce physical and digital debit cards, enabling Kraken users to make everyday purchases with crypto […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025- Kraken, one of the oldest and most established cryptocurrency exchanges in the US, reported $472 million in revenue for the first quarter of 2025, marking a 19% increase year-over-year. This surge was largely attributed to heightened market volatility during the early months of President Trump’s second term, a period that […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 27, 2025-Crypto hardware wallet giant Ledger and NFT brand Pudgy Penguins have teased a potential collaboration, sparking speculation of a crossover between hardware security and digital collectibles. Both companies posted synchronized hints on social media Monday, fueling anticipation in the Web3 community. Ledger, based in France, is known for its secure cold […]

LONDON, Monday, May 27, 2024- The London Stock Exchange (LSE) will commence trading for exchange-traded notes (ETNs) based on Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) tomorrow Tuesday, May 28, 2024. It is important to note that participation in this market will be limited to professional investors. The London stock Exchange announced in March. The move follows […]

New York, Friday, September 27, 2024 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a settlement with Mango DAO, Mango Labs LLC, and Blockworks Foundation on Friday over allegations that the MNGO token was an unregistered security. The settlement includes the destruction of MNGO tokens, a request to crypto exchanges to halt trading the […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-Bitcoin mining firms Marathon Digital Holdings and CleanSpark reported sharp increases in first-quarter revenues but posted deep net losses, as both companies navigated high costs despite Bitcoin topping $100,000. Revenue of MARA rose 30% to $214 million from the prior year, while CleanSpark saw a 63% jump to $182 million. Yet, […]

NEW YORK, DC, Thursday, August 15, 2024- Marathon Digital Holdings, one of the largest Bitcoin miners, has acquired $249 million worth of Bitcoin following a $300 million note sale aimed at expanding its business. The company announced on August 14 that it used part of the proceeds to purchase approximately 4,144 Bitcoins at an average […]

New York, Friday, September 13, 2024— Mastercard has agreed to acquire threat intelligence firm Recorded Future from Insight Partners for $2.65 billion. The acquisition will significantly bolster Mastercard’s cybersecurity capabilities, aligning with the company’s push toward expanding value-added services (VAS). This deal brings enhanced threat intelligence to Mastercard, which processed $9 trillion in gross dollar […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 07, 2025-Mastercard is advancing its blockchain strategy with a digital asset payment network designed to function like Venmo and Zelle, aiming to bridge traditional finance with blockchain technology.  The company’s Multi-Token Network (MTN), launched in 2023, enables seamless transactions across digital assets while ensuring compliance with financial regulations, according to a report […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 03, 2025-Bitdeer Technologies Group has secured a $200 million credit facility from Matrix Finance to expand its global Bitcoin mining operations, the company announced Monday.  Bitdeer, chaired by former Bitmain CEO Jihan Wu, has already drawn $43 million from the facility as of April 21. The loans carry a variable 9% interest […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024- MatterFi, a decentralized finance infrastructure provider, unveiled its new platform on Tuesday, aiming to secure digital transactions against rising cybersecurity risks. The system targets vulnerabilities such as phishing, hacking, and SIM swaps while simplifying financial operations for users.  The platform features a “Send-to-Name” solution, which replaces traditional wallet addresses with […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- MegaETH, a high-performance Ethereum Layer 2 network, will deploy its public testnet today (6), marking a key milestone in its development. The rollout will follow a phased approach, with infrastructure teams and developers gaining initial access before public onboarding begins March 10.  Designed to process up to 100,000 transactions per […]

Catenaa, Monday, January 20, 2025 – Melania Trump, the incoming first lady, launched a cryptocurrency called MELANIA on Sunday, just days after President-elect Donald Trump’s meme coin TRUMP ignited a market frenzy. MELANIA surged past $5 per token shortly after its debut, giving it a fully diluted market valuation of over $5 billion.  The launch […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024-Meta Platforms (META) exceeded Q3 earnings estimates, reporting adjusted earnings of $6.03 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.19 per share by 16.18%.Details of the Q3 can be seen here. This marks an increase from last year’s $4.39 per share. Revenue also beat expectations, reaching $40.59 billion, a […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2021- Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has purchased 1,004 bitcoins for approximately $104.3 million, pushing its total crypto holdings to 7,800 BTC as part of its aggressive treasury strategy. The company disclosed the acquisition Monday, stating it paid an average price of $103,873 per bitcoin. With this purchase, Metaplanet’s total BTC assets, […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025 – mETH Protocol, a liquid staking and restaking platform, has recovered 15,000 cmETH tokens worth approximately $43 million following the $1.5 billion Bybit hack lastweeek. The recovery effort, led by Polygon’s security chief Mudit Gupta and the rapid-response team SEAL, utilized the protocol’s built-in eight-hour withdrawal delay to halt unauthorized […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024-Microsoft has urged shareholders to vote against a proposal to assess Bitcoin as a diversification tool at the upcoming annual meeting on December 10, according to a recent SEC filing. Microsoft submitted a Schedule 14A form to the SEC, outlining proposals for its December 10th annual shareholder meeting. One proposal […]

Catenaa, Wednesday,  December 11, 2024 – Microsoft shareholders have voted against a proposal to add Bitcoin to the company’s balance sheet, citing concerns over the cryptocurrency’s volatility and aligning with the board’s recommendation during its annual meeting on Tuesday.  The proposal, brought forward by the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), argued that diversifying […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 10, 2024-Business intelligence firm MicroStrategy announced Monday that it purchased 21,550 bitcoin for approximately $2.1 billion in cash between December 2 and December 8, 2024. The acquisition, made at an average price of $98,783 per coin, represents one of the company’s largest investments in the cryptocurrency to date. The purchase was funded […]

New York, Thursday, October 31, 2024-Enterprise software firm MicroStrategy, the biggest Bitcoin holder again yesterday announced that it had enlisted banks to assist in raising $42 billion through new stock and fixed-income sales to expand its cryptocurrency reserves. The “21/21 Plan” could see the company generating $21 billion from stock sales and an additional $21 […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 03, 2024-MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, announced its purchase of an additional 15,400 Bitcoins for $1.5 billion, bringing its total holdings to 402,100 Bitcoins, valued at $38 billion. The acquisition, completed at an average price of $95,976 per coin, marks the company’s fourth consecutive week of significant Bitcoin investments.  According […]

New York, Wednesday, September 25, 2024-MicroStrategy’s financial profile could significantly strengthen as the company continues to expand its Bitcoin holdings and explore potential yield-generation strategies through lending, a report by Benchmark said. Reports said that last week MicroStrategy (MSTR) purchased 7,420 Bitcoin for $458 million, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 252,220 BTC, valued at […]

TYSONS CORNER, Va. Friday, June 14, 2024- Business intelligence company MicroStrategy announced plans to raise $500 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes. The company intends to use the proceeds to acquire more Bitcoin and for general corporate purposes. Due in 2032, the notes will be offered to qualified institutional buyers and convertible […]

Sydney, Australia, Tuesday, October 15, 2024- Monochrome Asset Management launched Australia’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) directly holding Ether (ETH) earlier today. The Monochrome Ethereum ETF (IETH) began trading on the Sydney-based Cboe Australia with initial net assets reaching $176,600 (AUD 262,500) by 2 PM local time. The IETH ETF offers dual-access options, allowing for both […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-Movement Labs has suspended its co-founder, Rushi Manche, following the ongoing investigation into a market-making scandal involving its MOVE token. The suspension came as the company awaits the results of a third-party review conducted by Groom Lake regarding governance issues and the controversial actions of a market maker. The controversy began […]

Catenaa, Sunday, December 08, 2024 – Namada, a cutting-edge shielded asset hub, has launched its mainnet with the publication of its genesis block, a media release said. This milestone introduces shielded cross-chain transactions, offering advanced data protection and selective disclosure across multiple blockchain networks. Namada’s debut initiates the first of five phases in a decentralized […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 06, 2025- The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has submitted a 19b-4 filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade Grayscale’s spot Hedera (HBAR) exchange-traded fund, marking a crucial step in the ETF approval process. The submission was made in January. This filing follows a similar move for […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-Nasdaq has submitted a proposal to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade shares of the 21Shares Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This filing, made under a 19b-4 proposal, marks the second stage of the approval process, following 21Shares’ S-1 registration submission on April 9. The proposal is […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025- Bitcoin Magazine CEO David Bailey will lead a newly formed Bitcoin treasury firm, born from a merger between holding company Nakamoto Holdings and healthcare provider KindlyMD, the companies announced Monday. The merged entity has secured $710 million in funding-$510 million through private investment in public equity and $200 million via […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 05, 2025- NFT marketplace X2Y2 will shut down on April 30, citing a sharp decline in trading volume. Once a major competitor to OpenSea, X2Y2 struggled against newer platforms like Blur and the broader downturn in the NFT market. Founder TP confirmed in a blog post that the closure is a definitive […]

LAGOS, Nigeria, June, Thursday 27, 2024 – Nigerian authorities have issued a 30-day deadline for cryptocurrency companies operating in the country to re-register under a new regulatory regime. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the directive on Thursday, aiming to bring greater oversight to the growing cryptocurrency industry in Nigeria. Details regarding the specific […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 21, 2025 – The Nigerian government has filed a lawsuit against Binance, demanding the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange pay $81.5 billion in economic damages and back taxes, alleging its operations contributed to the sharp decline of the naira.  The lawsuit, filed by Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), seeks $79.5 billion in […]

Hong Kong, Tuesday, January 30- The Annual WikiFinance Expo Hong Kong will be held on May 17, 2024, at Sky100, Hong Kong, WikiFinace’s website announced recently. Registrations are still open. The annual event will cover Fintech, Blockchain, Crypto, Web 3.0, Metaverse, NFT, GameFi, and AI. More than 3,000 participants are expected, while more than 50 speakers […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 15, 2025-The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has lifted restrictions on banks engaging with cryptocurrencies, just hours after President Donald Trump vowed to end regulatory barriers affecting the industry.  In a March 7 statement, the OCC announced that national banks and federal savings associations can now offer crypto […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Crypto exchange OKX has introduced instant deposits and withdrawals for Singapore dollar (SGD) transactions, integrating local payment systems PayNow and FAST to facilitate smoother financial interactions. Partnering with DBS Bank, OKX now allows direct SGD transfers for customers with accounts linked to PayNow’s network.  The move enhances Singaporeans’ access […]

Table of Content Are stacks of bank statements making it challenging to understand your finances? Would you like to learn more about Open Banking solutions? Traditional banking offers security, but it doesn’t always provide a clear overview of your financial situation. Now, imagine having seamless access to all your financial data instead of searching through […]

Catenaa, Monday, April 14, 2025- Leading NFT marketplace OpenSea has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to clarify that NFT platforms should not be classified as exchanges or brokers under federal securities laws. In a letter sent Wednesday (09) to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, who chairs the agency’s newly formed Crypto Task Force, OpenSea […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Options trading for BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) is set to begin today on Nasdaq, with Bitwise Bitcoin ETF options scheduled to follow on Wednesday. This significant milestone is expected to amplify institutional interest in cryptocurrency markets, as options trading for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) becomes a reality.  The […]

Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, January 9, 2024– Pakistan recently adopted a blockchain-based Know Your Customer (KYC) platform for its financial institutions, a move aimed at enhancing efficiency and security, news reports said. Developed by Avanza Group in collaboration with the Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA), the platform, known as “Consonance,” offers advantages over traditional KYC methods. Consonance […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 10, 2025-The US Senate voted yesterday (09) to confirm Paul Atkins as the new Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ushering in a regulatory era expected to favor the cryptocurrency industry. Atkins, a former SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush and founder of financial consulting firm Patomak Global Partners, […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 05, 2024-US President-elect Donald Trump has officially nominated Paul Atkins to serve as the next Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), confirming the move through a Truth Social post on Tuesday. The announcement underscores a potential shift in SEC priorities, with a renewed focus on digital assets and fostering innovation […]

New York, Friday, October 4, 2024- PayPal has completed its first business transaction using its proprietary PYUSD stablecoin, paying an invoice to Ernst & Young. The Silicon Valley-based digital payments firm used the transaction to demonstrate the ease of using PYUSD for commercial payments. Bloomberg reported that the funds were transferred through an enterprise-level digital currency […]

New York, Thursday, September 26, 2024-PayPal has announced a major expansion in its cryptocurrency services, allowing U.S. business accounts to buy, sell, hold, and transfer digital assets.PayPal’s announcement can be reached here. The move, part of PayPal’s growing digital presence, will soon enable millions of merchants across the United States to use cryptocurrencies more freely […]

San Jose, September 12: Global online payment giant PayPal unveiled a new capability on September 11, enabling web3 merchants in the United States to accept cryptocurrency payments from their customers. The feature, known as “PayPal On and Off Ramps,” seamlessly integrates with PayPal’s existing service that permits U.S. consumers to purchase and trade cryptocurrencies backed […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 – The Pi Network team has issued critical safety alerts for its vast community of users, urging reliance solely on official communication channels and emphasizing the use of the authentic Pi Wallet within the Pi Browser. The team highlighted the risks of counterfeit wallets, noting that the genuine Pi Wallet […]

Table of Contents Understanding Privacy Blockchains and Their Role in Data Security Data security is a top issue for both individuals and corporations in the modern digital era. Privacy Blockchains, or privacy-focused blockchains, are one new technology that could be considered a possible solution to this problem. Blockchains for privacy are decentralized networks that protect […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-Privacy Pools, an Ethereum-based privacy protocol, has temporarily suspended new deposits after identifying a bug that disrupted user transactions, the platform confirmed Monday. The technical issue, which surfaced late Sunday, led the team behind Privacy Pools to halt deposit functionality as a precautionary measure. Developers are currently investigating the bug, which […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – The US Senate has confirmed Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary in a 68-29 vote, securing a pivotal role for the pro-crypto advocate in shaping the nation’s economic and regulatory policies. Bessent succeeds Janet Yellen in the position. Bessent, a billionaire hedge fund manager and vocal supporter of cryptocurrency, has […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 09, 2025-Trading volume on Solana-based platform Pump.fun has plummeted 94% from its January peak, signaling a broader decline in the memecoin craze.  Daily volumes have dropped from $3 billion in January to roughly $170 million, reflecting waning trader interest and a slowdown in new token graduations. The platform’s token graduation rate—measuring the […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025-Ripple has opted not to cross-appeal its ongoing legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling a potential resolution to the case, Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty said Wednesday.  In a post on X, Alderoty described the update as possibly his last on the case but noted that the […]

New York, Friday, October 11, 2024- Digital asset infrastructure provider Ripple said it had introduced new functionalities to its custody service, aiming to deliver “bank-grade” security to cryptocurrency firms. These enhancements include integration with the XRP Ledger (XRPL), offering companies expanded liquidity and the ability to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs). The XRP token surged by […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, November 27, 2024-  Ripple announced the launch of a tokenized money market fund on the XRP Ledger on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the integration of blockchain with traditional financial products.  The initiative, developed in partnership with Archax, the UK’s first Financial Conduct Authority-regulated digital asset exchange, brings tokenized access to abrdn’s […]

NEW YORK, Thursday, August 08, 2024 – Ripple Labs will pay a $125 million penalty to the Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) to settle charges of illegally selling the XRP cryptocurrency. The SEC alleged that Ripple raised more than $1.3 billion through unregistered securities offerings. The penalty is significantly lower than the $2 billion originally sought […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 29, 2025-Ripple has partnered with Chipper Cash, an African fintech firm, to enhance cross-border payments into Africa using blockchain technology. The collaboration aims to reduce transaction costs and improve financial accessibility.  Chipper Cash, which operates in nine African nations, will integrate Ripple Payments to facilitate faster, round-the-clock global remittances. Ripple’s move comes […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 13, 2025- A new report from Ripple and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) forecasts that tokenized real-world assets will surge from $0.6 trillion in 2024 to $18.9 trillion by 2033. The dramatic rise, representing a compound annual growth rate of 53%, signals a major transformation in global finance. As financial assets evolve into […]

New York, Sunday, October 6, 2024-Ripple has launched its end-to-end payments solution in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to enhance cross-border transactions between Brazil and Portugal using blockchain technology. The partnership will allow Mercado Bitcoin to streamline its internal treasury operations, testing Ripple’s platform for efficiency. Initially, this will be for institutional use between Mercado […]

New York, October 20, 2023: The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on October 20 agreed to dismiss its lawsuit against Ripple Labs, Inc., the company behind the XRP cryptocurrency. The SEC had alleged that Ripple sold XRP as an unregistered security, but the company has denied the allegations. The settlement between the SEC and […]

Singapore, Wednesday October 4 — Ripple and Coinbase, two of the world’s leading cryptocurrency companies, have received licenses to operate in Singapore. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced on October 3, 2023 that Ripple and Coinbase had been granted Major Payment Institution (MPI) licenses. This license allows companies to provide a wide range of […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 06, 2025-Robinhood (HOOD) revealed in its latest US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing that it has partnered with two major crypto market makers: B2C2 and Wintermute. The filing, dated May 1, marks the first time B2C2 is mentioned as a market maker for Robinhood. According to the report, Robinhood generated more […]

Catenaa, Thursday, March 27, 2028-Robinhood is expanding its financial services with the launch of Robinhood Banking, a fully digital checking and savings platform offering a 4% annual percentage yield (APY) and FDIC insurance up to $2.5 million.  Set to roll out this fall, the service will be available to Robinhood Gold subscribers. It will integrate […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 14, 2025-Russia is increasingly using cryptocurrencies in its oil trade with China and India, leveraging digital assets to streamline cross-border transactions, according to report filed by the Reuters said. While Russia has encouraged crypto adoption and passed legislation allowing digital payments in international trade, this is the first time its use in […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Russia and Iran are increasingly using cryptocurrency to bypass Western financial sanctions, with sanctioned entities receiving $15.8 billion in crypto in 2024, according to a new report from blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis.  The report, shared with Cryptonews, found that sanctioned jurisdictions accounted for nearly 60% of crypto-related sanctions activity […]

New York, Monday, October 21, 2024 – Russian President Vladimir Putin had revealed a plan for BRICS countries to adopt digital currencies as an investment tool, aimed at reducing dependence on Western financial systems during a BRICS media meeting on Friday, October 18. At the meeting Putin emphasized the proposal’s goal to drive economic growth […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 06, 2025-Russia top anti-money laundering agency is pushing to impose criminal penalties on illegal cryptocurrency mining, aiming to curb its use in laundering illicit funds, officials said last week.  The Federal Financial Monitoring Service, known as Rosfinmonitoring, has drafted a proposal with backing from the Finance Ministry and the Central Bank. The […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 21, 2025 – The United States is edging closer to stablecoin regulations, with lawmakers refining key legislative proposals aimed at clarifying the digital asset market. S&P Global Ratings warns that without clear rules, institutional adoption will continue to lag.  The full report can be seen here. The stablecoin market has surged from […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, April 09, 2025-Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, reported $5.91 billion in unrealized losses on its Bitcoin holdings for the first quarter of 2025, after acquiring 80,715 BTC for $7.66 billion amid a broader market downturn. The company confirmed it has not purchased any new bitcoin since March 31, citing lack of investor interest […]

NEW YORK, October 12, 2023 — Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, testified on Thursday, October 12, against Sam Bankman-Fried in the FTX lawsuit in a federal court. Ellison is a cooperating witness in the government’s case against Bankman-Fried, who is charged with fraud and money laundering in connection with the collapse of […]

London, Wednesday, November 06, 2024 – Zodia Custody, the crypto custody firm supported by Standard Chartered, is in advanced talks to raise $50 million as part of its plan to expand geographically and enhance its digital asset storage services. According to Bloomberg, CEO Julian Sawyer stated that Zodia is seeking investment to strengthen its custody […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-Senate Democrats withdrew support for a bipartisan stablecoin bill after pressure from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Politico reported last Sunday (4), casting doubt on the future of the legislation. The reported intervention followed a closed-door meeting last week, where Schumer advised Democratic senators to hold back […]

Catenaa, Monday 28, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission( SEC) has approved the public launch of ProShares Trust’s XRP-focused exchange-traded funds for April 30, marking a major step in XRP’s push into mainstream finance.  ProShares plans to offer multiple futures-based ETFs, including the ProShares UltraShort XRP ETF, ProShares Ultra XRP ETF, and ProShares Short […]

New York, Tuesday, September 24, 2024-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Nasdaq’s International Securities Exchange (ISE) to list and trade options on BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).This significant move follows months of review and signals growing acceptance of Bitcoin derivatives in the financial sector. BlackRock initially submitted the proposal in March 2024, […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 11, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday approved options trading for spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds, marking a significant expansion of investor tools in the cryptocurrency market. The SEC gave accelerated approval to Nasdaq ISE’s request to list options on the iShares Ethereum Trust. It also cleared NYSE American’s proposals […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 21, 2025-Securities and Exchange Commission Paul Atkins Chairman has unveiled a sweeping pro-innovation agenda at the SEC Speaks conference, promising a decisive break from the agency’s past approach to emerging technologies, especially cryptocurrencies.((https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/atkins-prepared-remarks-sec-speaks-051925)) In his first address as Chairman at the annual event, he acknowledged the agency’s historical resistance to innovation, citing […]

Washington, Tuesday, August 13, 2024- The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday charged a multi-level marketing company, NovaTech, and its principals with defrauding more than 200,000 investors worldwide of over $650 million in cryptocurrency. The full text of the SEC Press Release can bee seen here. Cynthia and Eddy Petion, the company’s founders, are […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shut its investigation into Crypto.com without pursuing charges, the company announced Thursday. In a statement, Crypto.com said the SEC’s decision ends a years-long probe into the cryptocurrency exchange. The SEC did not immediately respond to a request for comment.  “Under the previous administration, the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 02, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into OpenSea, the largest non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, marking a major victory for the digital collectibles industry, company founder Devin Finzer announced. Finzer described the decision as a “win for everyone who is creating and building” in the […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 04, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) newly established crypto task force will hold its first roundtable on March 21, signaling a shift in the agency’s regulatory approach. The meeting, titled “How We Got Here and How We Get Out – Defining Security Status,” will take place at the SEC’s headquarters […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 07, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed decisions on two high-profile cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds tied to Dogecoin and XRP, as the agency faces mounting pressure to address a wave of digital asset filings amid a broader shift in its regulatory tone. In twin notices published Tuesday, the SEC said […]

Catenaa,Monday, March 03, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed a decision on approving options trading for Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs), extending its review period beyond the initial deadline, regulators announced Friday. The delay affects multiple exchanges, including the CBOE Exchange, which had proposed listing options for Ethereum ETFs such as the Grayscale […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 02, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed in principle to dismiss its lawsuit against Coinbase, pending final approval from the agency’s commissioners, the crypto exchange announced Friday. The SEC initially sued Coinbase in June 2023, alleging securities law violations related to its trading platform operations. The case accused […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has moved to dismiss a lawsuit against blockchain firm Dragonchain, leading to a dramatic surge in the price of its native token, DRGN. The SEC had previously filed a suit alleging the company’s token sales violated securities laws. However, recent legal developments suggest the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, January 19, 2025 –The US Securities and Exchange Commission has formally appealed a 2023 district court ruling that partially favored Ripple Labs, focusing on whether XRP sales to retail investors qualify as unregistered securities transactions.  The SEC argues that Ripple’s promotional efforts created profit expectations, meeting the “investment contract” definition under the Howey […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 20, 2025 – JPMorgan Chase, one of the world’s leading financial institutions, holds more than $1 million in Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a recent filing with the US  Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The filing revealed that JPMorgan owns approximately $984,000 worth of Bitcoin-based ETFs and […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is weighing a major policy shift that could loosen regulatory requirements for companies issuing tokenized securities, Commissioner Hester Peirce said Wednesday. In a speech published May 8, Peirce said the SEC is considering a potential exemptive order allowing blockchain-based firms to issue, trade and […]

WASHINGTON, DC, Friday, May 24, 2024- In a surprise move, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Thursday, May 23 approved applications for several spot Ethereum ETFs (exchange-traded funds). The approval applies to exchange listings from Nasdaq, CBOE, and NYSE. The move follows months of delays and a lack of clear guidance from the SEC […]

WASHINGTON, Wednesday, July 31, 2024 – The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) intends to amend its lawsuit against Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, including revisions related to “Third Party Crypto Asset Securities,” according to a court filing on Tuesday. The court filing can be reached here. The decision could delay any court ruling […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 14, 2025-The US  Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday invited public comment on a proposal that would allow in-kind redemptions for BlackRock’s bitcoin exchange-traded fund, while delaying decisions on several other crypto ETF applications. The agency’s move follows a rule change request filed by Nasdaq in January to permit the iShares […]

Washington, Wednesday, November 06, 2024– The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a formal 240-day review period for Grayscale Investments’ proposal to uplist its Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) as an exchange-traded product (ETP) on NYSE Arca, according to a company update. The application, filed by NYSE Arca in October, aims to convert […]

New York, Friday, October 11, 2024-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against crypto market maker Cumberland DRW, accusing the firm of operating as an unregistered securities dealer. The SEC alleges that Cumberland traded over $2 billion in crypto assets, which should have been registered as securities, since 2018. Cumberland promoted […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025- The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force announced Tuesday it would hold four additional roundtables between April and June to discuss crypto asset regulation, focusing on decentralized finance and tokenization.Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the task force, said the sessions aim to foster dialogue between regulators and […]

Catenaa, Saturday, January 18, 2025 –The US Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) is set to reassess its cryptocurrency policies following the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump next week, signaling potential relief for the crypto industry. SEC commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda, both advocates for clearer crypto regulations, are expected to revise enforcement actions and redefine […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 24, 2025-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to review more than 70 cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund proposals in 2025, ranging from mainstream digital assets to memecoins and crypto derivatives, according to Bloomberg. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas said the pending ETF roster includes altcoins such as Solana, XRP and Litecoin, as […]

New York, Sunday, November 03, 2024-The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a Wells Notice to Ethereum-based gaming company Immutable, suggesting it may face legal action for alleged securities law violations connected to its IMX token sales. The SEC’s notice also included a letter to Immutable’s CEO, James Ferguson, and the Digital Worlds […]

New York, Friday, September 19, 2024-A federal judge has dismissed Consensys’ lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which challenged the SEC’s stance on Ethereum (ETH) and its scrutiny of MetaMask’s Swap and Staking features. The suit, filed in April 2024, claimed the SEC was improperly treating Ethereum as a security, while also focusing […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, May 07, 2025-A US Senate subcommittee has launched an investigation into President Donald Trump’s growing involvement in cryptocurrency, focusing on potential conflicts of interest linked to his financial ties with the $TRUMP meme coin and World Liberty Financial (WLF). The inquiry, led by Senator Richard Blumenthal, comes after concerns about foreign influence and […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 06, 2025-The future of a major US. stablecoin bill is uncertain after nine Senate Democrats, including four who had previously supported the measure, reversed their stance just days before a critical vote. The bipartisan GENIUS Act – Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins -was poised to hit the Senate floor […]

Catenaa, Wednesdy, March 12, 2025-The US Senate Banking Committee is set to vote this week on a bipartisan stablecoin regulation bill, the GENIUS Act, which aims to enhance consumer protection and clarify the regulatory framework for stablecoins.Introduced by Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN) and Tim Scott (R-SC), the bill includes provisions on reserve requirements, audits, transparency, […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-The US Senate has voted to repeal a controversial IRS rule on crypto taxation, with President Donald Trump expected to sign the measure, lawmakers said Wednesday.  The resolution, introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Rep. Mike Carey, R-Ohio, seeks to roll back reporting requirements imposed on decentralized finance (DeFi) entities. […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025- US senators grilled SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins about his past consulting ties to bankrupt crypto exchange FTX and criticized the agency’s handling of crypto regulation.  During a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Chair Tim Scott questioned Atkins about SEC missteps, including the controversial Debt Box case. Sen. Elizabeth Warren pressed […]

Singapore, Wednesday, November 06, 2024 – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) yesterday announced new measures to accelerate asset tokenization, aiming to transform the nation’s financial services landscape. Under its flagship Project Guardian, MAS plans to support tokenized asset markets through the establishment of commercial networks and infrastructure. As an initial step, MAS will create […]

Catenaa, December 26, 2024 – Singapore and Hong Kong have emerged as key players in cryptocurrency regulation in 2024, implementing frameworks for exchanges, stablecoins, and asset tokenization.  Singapore strengthened its oversight in April, introducing stricter rules for crypto custodial services and tokenized payments. The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Project Guardian has completed over 15 industry […]

Catenaa, Friday, February 28, 2028-Metro, a leading department store chain in Singapore, has partnered with Dtcpay to integrate stablecoin payments, allowing customers to transact using USDT, USDC, and WUSD. The retailer plans to add FDUSD soon, marking a significant step in the adoption of blockchain-based payments in mainstream retail. Metro’s COO, Erwin Wuysang-Oei, stated the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 17, 2024-SingularityNET, a decentralized AI network, and the ASI Alliance have launched AIRIS, the first self-learning proto-AGI, within Minecraft. Unlike traditional game AI, AIRIS adapts and creates its own rules in real time, evolving through experiences and challenges within the game. AIRIS—short for Autonomous Intelligent Reinforcement Inferred Symbolism—works autonomously without pre-set rules, […]

Catenaa, Sunday, November 24, 2024-Sky, the decentralized finance (DeFi) lending protocol formerly known as Maker, has officially launched its USDS stablecoin on the Solana blockchain. This marks USDS as the first major DeFi-native stablecoin on Solana, opening new avenues for borrowing, lending, and trading on the platform’s leading DeFi networks. Sky’s move aims to enhance […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-Solana validators have patched a critical zero-day vulnerability that could have allowed attackers to mint unlimited tokens or steal user funds, the Solana Foundation announced recently. The flaw, discovered April 16, targeted the ZK ElGamal Proof program — a system used to verify zero-knowledge proofs supporting confidential token transfers under Solana’s […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-Miller Whitehouse-Levine, former CEO of the DeFi Education Fund, has launched the Solana Policy Institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit aimed at informing policymakers on the broader crypto landscape beyond Bitcoin.  The institute, announced Monday, seeks to engage with the SEC’s new Crypto Task Force and incoming leadership at the CFTC. Its primary […]

New York, Saturday, November 09, 2024- Solana reached a milestone today, crossing the $200 mark amid a bullish wave in the crypto market spurred by former US President Donald Trump’s election victory. Bitcoin also set a new all-time high of $76,873 earlier in the day. Solana, which saw a 6.2% gain in the last 24 […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 25, 2025-Solana (SOL) is showing signs of a potential breakout to new all-time highs as a key chart pattern begins to take shape, according to crypto analyst Captain Faibik. Despite facing resistance at the $141 mark, Solana’s recent price correction may be coming to an end, paving the way for an upward […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2025-Solstice Labs, a decentralized finance protocol backed by Deus X Capital, will roll out a yield-bearing synthetic stablecoin called USX and a native staking protocol on the Solana blockchain this summer, the firm announced Monday. USX aims to offer delta-neutral returns using arbitrage and staking strategies while maintaining full collateralization in […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-South Korea ruling People Power Party has pledged to legalize spot crypto exchange-traded fund trading and broaden banking access for crypto exchanges by year’s end, marking a high-stakes play for digital asset voters ahead of the June 3 presidential election. The conservative party outlined seven crypto-focused initiatives during a meeting last […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 17, 2025- South Korea plans to deregulate cryptocurrency exchanges could significantly impact the nation’s banking industry, particularly for K Bank, which has strong ties to the exchange market leader Upbit. Reports from the Financial Post suggest that the Democratic Party (DP), South Korea’s largest political party, is considering scrapping the current fiat […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 19, 2025- South Korea’s central bank will begin a large-scale pilot of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) project, named “Hangang,” in April, testing digital payments with 100,000 citizens and seven major banks.  The Bank of Korea (BOK) announced the three-month trial, running through June, to evaluate whether tokenized deposits can streamline […]

New York, Tuesday, November 05, 2024- South Korea’s newly established Virtual Assets Committee is set to initiate a high-stakes discussion on Bitcoin Spot ETF approval when it convenes for the first time on tomorrow (November 6). Operating under the Financial Services Commission (FSC), the committee will also explore regulations permitting South Korean companies to utilize […]

Catenaa, Saturday, February 22, 2025 – South Korean banks are ramping up efforts to strike partnerships with the nation’s top cryptocurrency exchanges as regulators prepare to allow firms to invest in digital assets, a move expected to fuel significant market growth. According to local media reports, banks are closely monitoring Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto […]

Seoul, Friday, November 8, 2024 – In a significant step forward for central bank digital currencies (CBDC), several major South Korean banks and retailers are collaborating with the Bank of Korea (BOK) in an extensive “real-world” pilot program. Leading banks such as Kookmin Bank, Shinhan Bank, and Nonghyup Bank, as well as retail giants like […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, March 25, 2025-The stablecoin market has reached a new milestone, surpassing $230 billion in market capitalization, driven by rising adoption and increasing regulatory support in the United States. Data from DefiLlama shows the stablecoin market cap now stands at $230.2 billion, marking a 72% increase from last year’s valuation of $133.25 billion. Tether […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, March 26, 2025-Standard Chartered Bank found that replacing Tesla with bitcoin in a reworked “Magnificent 7” index improved returns and reduced volatility.  The bank’s “Mag 7B” index, which includes bitcoin instead of Tesla, outperformed the original “Magnificent 7” by about 5% since 2017, according to Geoffrey Kendrick, global head of digital assets research. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 19, 2025 – Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, announced plans Tuesday to raise $2 billion through a convertible senior note offering, with proceeds earmarked for corporate purposes, including further bitcoin acquisitions.  The notes, carrying a 0% interest rate, will mature on March 1, 2030, unless repurchased, redeemed, or converted earlier, the company […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 02, 2025-Strategy (MSTR) reported steep first-quarter losses Thursday, missing Wall Street estimates, but raised its full-year bitcoin profit target to $15 billion as it doubles down on its aggressive cryptocurrency accumulation strategy. The firm posted a net loss of $4.2 billion, or $16.49 per diluted share, far wider than the $0.11 per-share […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-Analysts remain bullish on Strategy (MSTR) stock after the company announced a new $84 billion capital plan to accelerate its bitcoin acquisitions. The plan, called the “42/42 Plan,” seeks to raise $42 billion through equity and another $42 billion via fixed income instruments by 2027. This follows Strategy’s previous “21/21 Plan,” […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 29, 2025-Stripe is launching a pilot for its new stablecoin payments product, targeting businesses outside the United States, United Kingdom and European Union, CEO Patrick Collison announced late Friday.  Collison said the company has been planning the move for nearly a decade and is now opening the product for testing. The stablecoin […]

Toronto, Canada, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- A new study has linked cryptocurrency ownership to certain personality traits, including psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism. Researchers at the University of Toronto and the University of Miami surveyed 2,001 American adults to examine the relationship between cryptocurrency ownership and various psychological and social characteristics. However, the researchers cautioned […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024- A recent report by the Bitcoin Policy Institute suggests central banks consider Bitcoin as a hedge against rising inflation and geopolitical risks. Authored by economist Matthew Ferranti, the report titled The Case for Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset argues that Bitcoin could serve as a strategic reserve, potentially protecting […]

Catenaa, Thursday, December 12, 2024 – The US Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to block a class-action lawsuit against Nvidia Corp., allowing investors to proceed with claims that the chipmaker misled them about its dependency on cryptocurrency mining.  The high court dismissed Nvidia’s appeal as “improvidently granted,” leaving in place a prior federal appeals court […]

New York, Friday, August 16, 2024- Switzerland is exploring the inclusion of cryptocurrency tax data in its international information exchange protocols. On Wednesday August 14, the Federal Council initiated a consultation process for a new bill that aims to facilitate the sharing of crypto asset information with 111 jurisdictions. These jurisdictions are part of the […]

GENEVA/LONDON, Monday, June 24, 2024-Central banks in Europe took divergent paths last week with the Swiss National Bank (SNB) lowering its key interest rate for the second time this year, while the Bank of England opted to hold rates steady. The SNB cut its policy rate by 25 basis points to 1.25%, citing a further […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, December 03, 2024 – The Swiss canton of Bern has approved a groundbreaking bill to investigate Bitcoin mining as a means of utilizing surplus electricity, despite initial resistance from the local government. Proposed by a pro-crypto Parliamentary Group in March, the legislation gained strong support from the 160-member local parliament. This initiative aims […]

Taipei, Saturday October 5, 2024 – Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has introduced new anti-money laundering (AML) regulations for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), setting a September 2025 deadline for full compliance. Firms failing to meet these requirements could face fines of up to NT$5 million ($155,900) or a two-year prison term. The updated regulations, […]

Taipei, Sunday, October 13, 2024-Taiwan Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is set to launch a pilot program for institutional cryptocurrency custody services in early 2025. The initiative, aimed at promoting institutional adoption of crypto, has already attracted interest from three private banks, which are expected to participate in the trial. As reported by local media, participating […]

Catenaa, Sunday, March 16, 2025-Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov has been granted temporary leave from France as authorities continue investigating alleged criminal activities on his platform, sources said.  Durov, 39, left France on Saturday with official authorization, a key development in the case that has drawn global scrutiny. The Russian-born entrepreneur, who also holds […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 16, 2025-The world’s largest illicit online marketplace, Haowang Guarantee, has ceased operations following a crackdown by Telegram, which blocked thousands of related channels, reports said yesterday. Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic reported the platform processed more than $27 billion in USDT transactions, functioning as a hub for money laundering, personal data sales, and […]

New York, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-A new United Nations report highlights that the encrypted messaging platform Telegram is becoming a hub for organized crime in Southeast Asia, exacerbated by the legal issues surrounding its founder, Pavel Durov. Released on October 7, the report emphasizes that underregulated platforms like virtual asset service providers (VASPs) are being […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 24, 2025-Australia’s online safety regulator, the eSafety Commission, has fined messaging platform Telegram 1 million Australian dollars (about $640,000) for its delayed response to an inquiry regarding its measures to prevent the spread of child abuse material and extremist content.  Telegram, which was asked to provide details on its efforts to combat […]

New York, Sunday, November 03, 2024-Franklin Templeton has announced the expansion of its OnChain US Government Money Market Fund (FOBXX) to Coinbase’s Ethereum scaling network, Base. This strategic move, announced on Thursday, allows the asset manager’s flagship crypto product to reach a broader audience on a platform designed for efficient and cost-effective development of crypto […]

Catenaa, Friday, Janury 3, 2025- Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, entered a not-guilty plea in a Manhattan federal court Thursday after being extradited from Montenegro earlier this week. Kwon faces multiple criminal charges, including securities fraud, market manipulation, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, stemming from the collapse of the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin in […]

New York, Thursday, October 24, 2024-Tesla’s 11,509 bitcoins, valued at approximately $776.9 million, remain intact despite last week’s significant wallet movements, according to analytics firm Arkham Intelligence. The firm clarified that the movements, which sparked speculation of a potential sale, were merely “wallet rotations,” ensuring the company still holds the same amount of Bitcoin. On […]

Catenaa, Wednesday February 19, 2025 – Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, is actively working with US lawmakers to shape forthcoming legislation for dollar-pegged crypto assets, according to reports. Ardoino confirmed Tether’s commitment to engaging with US authorities on the development of stablecoin regulations. Speaking on social media, he stated […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 24, 2025-Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, is working to secure a full audit from a ‘Big Four’ (Deloitte, Ernst & Young (EY), KPMG, PricewaterhouseCoopers), according to CEO Paolo Ardoino, a report said. According to a Reuters report the company recently appointed Simon McWilliams as CFO, signaling its push for financial transparency. […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 16, 2025-Tether’s circulating supply of USDT has surged past the $150 billion milestone for the first time, according to a company update released Monday. The surge marks a new high for the stablecoin issuer as it continues to benefit from US Treasury investments and blockchain expansion. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirmed the […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 19, 2025-Twenty One Capital, the bitcoin investment firm backed by Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether, and SoftBank, has made a significant purchase of 4,812 BTC worth $458.7 million. This acquisition is part of an ongoing strategy by the firm to expand its bitcoin holdings, with plans for more acquisitions in the future. The purchase […]

Catenaa, Friday, May 09, 2025-AdTech firm Thumzup Media Corporation is looking to raise up to $200 million to expand its bitcoin treasury more than 100-fold, according to a recent U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing. Thumzup, which connects advertisers with social media influencers, currently holds about $1.8 million in bitcoin, equal to 19.106 BTC. The […]

Binance, Bybit Suspend Trading on TON New York, Wednesday, August 28, 2024- The Open Network (TON) blockchain faced a major disruption on Wednesday, halting the validation of new transactions for over six hours. The team attributed the issue to an unusually high load on the network, which prevented several validators from cleaning the database of […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-A new NFT marketplace called MRKT has launched inside Telegram, allowing users to buy, sell and trade digital collectibles such as gifts and stickers directly within the messaging app. Developed by an anonymous creator who goes by the name “Tyler Durden,” the mini app is built on the TON blockchain and […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-Trade Republic, one of Europe’s largest fintech firms, has obtained a full Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license from Germany’s financial regulator BaFin, positioning itself to expand crypto services across the European Economic Area. The license allows Trade Republic to provide crypto custody and execute or transmit client orders in all […]

Table of Content The Open Banking Ecosystem Consider your bank account a sealed room with vital financial information that is tough to access and use with other technologies. Open banking opens the door to this room, resulting in a lively ecosystem where various parties collaborate to empower you. This collaborative landscape thrives on the contributions […]

Finalised Regulations to be Published on Sunday July 7 WASHINGTON, Friday, July 5, 2024- The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Wednesday June 26 finalized regulations implementing the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s (IIJA) reporting requirements for brokers of digital assets, a media statement issued by Department of […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024-Tron founder Justin Sun announced his company has acquired $30 million worth of World Liberty Financial tokens, the cryptocurrency project backed by President-elect Donald Trump. The investment makes Tron the largest stakeholder in the project, Sun revealed on Monday.  “We are thrilled to invest $30 million in World Liberty Financial as […]

Catenaa, Monday, February 10, 2025 – The Trump administration has ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to cease nearly all operations, effectively shutting down the agency established after the 2008 financial crisis to protect consumers.  Russell Vought, the newly appointed director of the Office of Management and Budget, instructed the CFPB to halt proposed […]

Catenaa, Friday, December 06, 2024-Former PayPal COO and venture capitalist David Sacks has been appointed by Donald Trump as the White House’s Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrency “Czar.” The nomination, announced Thursday, reflects Trump’s ongoing pattern of rewarding major political donors with influential positions. Sacks, a prominent Silicon Valley figure and host of the popular podcast […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 10, 2025-President Donald Trump announced plans to sign stablecoin legislation before August and vowed to end what he called “Operation Choke Point 2.0,” a policy he claims has stifled crypto banking access.  Speaking at the White House’s inaugural crypto summit Friday, Trump emphasized his administration’s shift toward a pro-crypto stance, with industry […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-President Donald Trump deepening ties to cryptocurrency are complicating efforts to pass stablecoin legislation as lawmakers push forward on regulatory measures.  House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill, R-Ark., said Monday that Trump’s engagement in memecoins and plans for a stablecoin have made policymaking more challenging. The House’s STABLE Act and […]

Catenaa, Thursday, February 13, 2025 – World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a crypto project linked to President Donald Trump’s family, has unveiled a strategic token reserve called “Macro Strategy” to diversify its holdings and strengthen its financial foundation.  Announced Wednesday, the reserve aims to support major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as other digital […]

Catenaa, Thursday, November 28, 2024 (Wrapup)- President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering several candidates to replace Gary Gensler as chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).Among the frontrunners are Richard Farley, a partner at Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel, and Norm Champ, a partner at Kirkland & Ellis. Other potential candidates include Robinhood […]

Catenaa, Friday, April 04, 2025-The Trump family has entered the Bitcoin mining industry through a partnership with Hut 8, launching American Bitcoin Corp., a large-scale mining operation in the United States. The venture, announced Monday, aims to become the most efficient pure-play Bitcoin miner while also building a strategic Bitcoin reserve.  Under the agreement, American […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, February 05, 2025 – Trump Media & Technology Group announced Wednesday, January 29, the launch of Truth.Fi, a financial services and fintech brand, as it moves to expand its business amid a cryptocurrency market rally.  The company’s board authorized an investment of up to $250 million through Charles Schwab to diversify cash holdings […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, January 22, 2025- President Donald Trump granted a full and unconditional pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road darknet marketplace, on Tuesday, allowing him to walk free after over a decade behind bars. The move brings a controversial conclusion to a case that has long captivated the cryptocurrency and legal […]

New York, Friday, August 23, 2024-Former President Donald Trump announced on Thursday the launch of a new cryptocurrency platform, named The DeFiant Ones, targeting unbanked and underserved communities. This comes in the wake of reports that emerged on August 16 on the financial disclosures which revealed that Trump held at least $1 million in cryptocurrency, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, March 01, 2025- President Donald Trump will host a cryptocurrency roundtable at the White House on March 7, bringing together key industry leaders, the administration announced Friday. The meeting will be led by White House Crypto and AI Czar David Sacks and Bo Hines, executive director of a digital assets working group. Trump […]

 Catenaa, Tuesday, April 08, 2025-American Bitcoin, a crypto mining firm backed by Donald Trump’s sons and Hut 8, plans to go public and may seek private investment before its listing, Bloomberg reported last week.  The company, formerly known as American Data Centers, rebranded after Hut 8 acquired an 80% stake. The firm aims to function […]

Catenaa, Saturday, December 14, 2024 – World Liberty Financial, the cryptocurrency project supported by President-elect Donald Trump, purchased $5 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) on Wednesday, according to onchain data. The acquisition raises the project’s ETH holdings to over $50 million, out of a total $73 million in cryptocurrency assets.  The transactions were carried out […]

Catenaa, Saturday, November 23, 2024-Donald Trump’s social media company, Truth Social, is reportedly in “advanced talks” to acquire Bakkt, a crypto platform founded by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) in 2018. The acquisition, if completed, would be an all-stock deal, with Trump Media and Technology Group, which Trump holds a 53% stake in, purchasing the platform […]

New York, Monday, October 14, 2024-  World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by President Donald Trump and his family, will launch the public sale of its WLFI tokens tomorrow (October 15, 2024). This project, which opened its whitelist on September 30, has already attracted thousands of signups, demonstrating significant interest from […]

Taipei, Thursday, November 07, 2024 – Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is set to double its production capacity for advanced chip packaging by 2025, a move driven by escalating demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips from tech giants like Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet. The company’s advanced Chip-on-Wafer-on-Substrate (CoWoS) packaging technology is increasingly sought after […]

ANKARA, Turkey, Tuesday, January 16, 2024 – Turkey is nearing the final stages of technical studies for establishing crypto asset regulations, Finance Minister Mehmet Şimşek said on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at a public gathering. Şimşek stated that the government aimed to finalize the technical studies “within the next few months,” indicating a potential swift […]

Catenaa, Thursday, April 03, 2025- The US Treasury and federal agencies are set to disclose their Bitcoin and cryptocurrency holdings on April 5, following an executive order from President Donald Trump, reports said. The move could redefine how digital assets fit into national financial strategy.  The announcement is expected to confirm whether assets such as […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 13, 2025-British businesses in the crypto sector are facing growing challenges as banks in the UK increasingly deny services, a practice some describe as “debanking,” similar to trends seen in the United States. A survey of about 80 UK crypto companies revealed that half had been either rejected for business bank accounts […]

Catenaa, Friday, November 29, 2024-A report by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) revealed that 12% of UK adults, or approximately 7 million people, now own cryptocurrency, up from 10% in 2022. The average value of crypto holdings rose to £1,842, with a growing percentage of investors holding assets worth £5,001 to £10,000. The study can […]

Catenaa, Sunday, May 11, 2025-Britain’s top financial regulator has proposed banning the purchase of cryptocurrencies using credit cards or any form of borrowed funds, citing concerns over rising consumer debt tied to digital asset speculation. In a discussion paper published this week, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) outlined plans to prohibit crypto firms from allowing […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 10, 2025-The UK Financial Conduct Authority is inviting public input on staking, lending, decentralized finance (DeFi), and other crypto-related activities as part of a new discussion paper released Friday, signaling a major step toward comprehensive digital asset regulation. The consultation comes on the heels of draft legislation from the UK Treasury earlier […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025-The United Kingdom (UK) will require crypto firms to begin reporting detailed customer data for all trades and transfers starting January 1, 2026, as part of new tax compliance rules aligned with international standards, authorities announced. According to HM Revenue and Customs, the new mandate compels platforms to collect full names, […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, April 15, 2025-Ukraine has introduced a new taxation framework for virtual assets, setting a personal income tax rate of 18% on cryptocurrency gains, along with a 5% military levy to fund defense efforts. The proposal, released by the National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) on April 9, 2025, outlines both standard and […]

Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025-Ukraine is moving toward establishing a national strategic Bitcoin reserve, collaborating with global crypto giant Binance as government officials finalize a bill to enable the initiative. First Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Finance, Tax and Customs Policy Yaroslav Zhelezniak told local media Wednesday that the draft law is nearing submission. […]

Curve Finance is an exciting, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol that empowers you to effortlessly exchange stablecoins within the Ethereum ecosystem. Now, you might be wondering, what exactly is DeFi? It stands for decentralized finance, and it’s all about financial freedom! DeFi is a groundbreaking concept built on secure distributed ledgers similar to those used by […]

Catenaa, Thursday, May 08, 2026- The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has authorized national banks to buy and sell cryptocurrencies on behalf of their customers, according to a policy clarification issued Wednesday. The OCC also said banks may outsource crypto custody and trade execution to third parties, provided proper risk controls […]

New York, Tuesday, October 08, 2024-A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved the reorganization plan for FTX, marking a significant step in the aftermath of the crypto exchange’s collapse two years ago amid allegations of fraud. Judge John Dorsey, presiding over the case in the District of Delaware, confirmed the plan during a hearing on October […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-US lawmakers are making swift progress on digital asset regulations, with votes expected soon on stablecoin legislation and a revised crypto market structure bill. House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill, R-Ark., announced Wednesday that a revised draft of the Financial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Act (FIT 21) […]

Catenaa, Friday, March 28, 2025-US lawmakers are making swift progress on digital asset regulations, with votes expected soon on stablecoin legislation and a revised crypto market structure bill.  House Financial Services Committee Chair French Hill, R-Ark., announced Wednesday that a revised draft of the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT 21) […]

Catenaa. Monday, March 24, 2025-A developer has ported Tornado Cash-the crypto protocol known for privatizing on-chain transactions-to MegaETH testnet after the US Treasury removed sanctions on the crypto-mixing protocol. Gunboats, the developer, deployed the contract named ETHTornado, citing its ease of implementation. MegaETH’s blockchain supports 20,000 transactions per second, enhancing private transactions. Some users raised […]

New York, Monday, October 28, 2024 – US authorities are intensifying scrutiny on Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, over potential involvement in criminal activities, according to The Wall Street Journal. The US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York is reportedly examining whether third parties are using Tether’s USDT stablecoin […]

New York, Friday, September 27, 2024-The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized the domains of three cryptocurrency exchanges linked to a Russian money laundering network, the DOJ said in a media statement. The platforms, UAPS, PM2BTC, and Cryptex, are accused of facilitating over $800 million in illicit transactions. Authorities acted on court orders to […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, February 25, 2025-The US Senate Banking Committee, led by Sen. Cynthia Lummis, will hold a hearing tomorrow, Wednesday February 26 to debate bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation, marking a renewed effort to establish clear regulations in the digital asset sector. The session, titled “Exploring Bipartisan Legislative Frameworks for Digital Assets,” will include industry experts, lawmakers […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 09, 2024-The US Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to vote on December 11 regarding the renomination of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw, known for her strong opposition to cryptocurrency developments. Crenshaw, who joined the SEC in 2020, has been vocal in her criticism of crypto-related initiatives. Earlier this year, […]

New York, Tuesday, October 22, 2024-The US government yesterday announced that it is finalizing rules to ban specific investments in artificial intelligence (AI) in China. The move, which also requires US investors to notify the Treasury Department about certain investments in sensitive technologies, follows an executive order signed by President Joe Biden in August 2023. […]

New York, Saturday, November 02, 2024- The US Treasury Department recommended that private stablecoins be replaced by a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), citing concerns over the stability of the stablecoin market in its latest report, on October 31.  The Treasury’s 132-page report highlighted the extensive purchase of US Treasury bonds by stablecoin issuers, with […]

Catenaa, Monday, December 09, 2024-The US Treasury has officially referred to Bitcoin as “digital gold” following its explosive price surge, which recently saw the cryptocurrency cross the $100,000 threshold. The recognition marks a significant shift in the way the US government views Bitcoin, particularly as its market value continues to soar amid growing institutional interest. […]

New York, Thursday, October 24, 2024-The US Department of the Treasury used machine learning AI to detect and recover more than $4 billion in fraudulent or improper payments in 2024, a dramatic six-fold increase from $652.7 million in 2023. The Treasury’s Office of Payment Integrity (OPI), part of the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, credits […]

New York, Wednesday, August 6, 2024- The seven most valuable U.S. tech companies lost a combined $1 trillion in market value at the start of trading on Monday, deepening a market downturn that has pushed the Nasdaq into correction territory. The tech-heavy index dropped more than 3% following its steepest three-week slide in two years, […]

Catenaa, Friday, January 17, 2025-Investment manager VanEck has filed a prospectus with the US Securities and Exchange Commission for its new “Onchain Economy” ETF, aiming to invest in companies shaping the digital asset ecosystem.  The proposed fund would allocate at least 80% of its net assets to firms in the digital transformation space, including cryptocurrency […]

New York, NY, Friday, June 28, 2024-In a move signaling broader acceptance of cryptocurrencies, VanEck, a New York-based investment firm, filed a proposal with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch the first-ever U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Solana (SOL). The VanEck Solana Trust, if approved, would offer investors direct exposure to SOL, the […]

CARACAS, Venezuela, Wednesday, August 13, 2024-  Venezuela has blocked access to Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume, amid a wave of civil unrest and soaring inflation following a contentious presidential election. The disruption has sparked concern among Venezuelan crypto users, who rely on such platforms as a hedge against the country’s volatile economic […]

California, September 12: Global Payments giant Visa announced in early September that it would expand its stablecoin capabilities to the Solana network. Visa made the announcement on September 5, 2023, regarding its expansion of stablecoin settlement functionalities by incorporating Circle’s USDC on the Solana blockchain. Solona’s price jumped in the first week of September following […]

New York, Sunday, October 06, 2024-Visa has announced its upcoming global Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), set to launch in 2025, which will enable banks to issue and manage fiat-backed stablecoins and other digital tokens. The platform, currently in the testing phase, will allow banks to mint, burn, and transfer stablecoins for internal operations. BBVA, […]

Catenaa, Saturday, April 26, 2025-WazirX, the embattled Indian crypto exchange crippled by a $234.9 million hack last year, is nearing a potential comeback as the Singapore High Court sets a May 13 hearing to rule on its proposed restructuring and creditor compensation plan. The court will decide whether to sanction the Scheme of Arrangement submitted […]

New York, Wednesday, October 16, 2024-World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) project backed by President Donald Trump, has raised $9.15 million on the first day of its public WLFI token sale, reports say. “About 610 million WLFI tokens had been sold as of 7:25 p.m. ET, with 19.4 billion tokens remaining. At $0.015 […]

Zurich, Switzerland, Thursday, September 05, 2024- Zurich Cantonal Bank (Zürcher Kantonalbank or ZKB) yesterday announced that it had introduced trading and custody services for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) service for its retail clients and third-party banks. ZKB is ranked as the world’s second safest bank by Global Finance  and is the fourth-largest bank in […]

Catenaa, Monday, March 17, 2025 – The WOW Summit will return to Hong Kong on May 28-29, 2025, bringing together global leaders to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, and web3 technologies. The event, supported by the Government of Hong Kong (SAR), Invest Hong Kong, and the Hong Kong Tourism Board, aims to […]

Catenaa, Sunday, April 27, 2025- XRP is witnessing a surge in adoption across Latin America as more financial institutions and fintech firms embrace Ripple’s blockchain-based payment solutions, reigniting speculation of a long-anticipated price breakout toward $10. According to data from Cryptonews and regional analytics platforms, XRP transaction volumes have spiked in countries like Argentina, Brazil […]

Catenaa, Saturday, May 03, 2025-The XRP Ledger Foundation disclosed a serious vulnerability last Tuesday in recent versions of the XRPL JavaScript library, warning of potential supply chain attacks targeting cryptocurrency applications.  Security researcher Charlie Eriksen of Aikido Security identified the flaw, describing it as a “potentially catastrophic” backdoor capable of compromising private keys and wallets. […]

Catenaa, Wednesday, December 06, 2024-Ripple’s XRP soared 30% Monday, overtaking Tether (USDT) to become the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. The token’s market cap reached $137.4 billion, surpassing USDT’s $134.3 billion, as XRP climbed to $2.46. This marks a 375% surge in XRP’s value over the past month.  The rally was fueled by multiple developments, […]

Singapore, Singapore, October 8, 2024 — Bitstamp has listed XSGD, a Singapore Dollar-pegged stablecoin created by StraitsX. This move is set to enhance cross-border payments and efficient alternative to traditional financial systems. XSGD, backed 1:1 by the Singapore Dollar and fully supported by reserve assets, aims to provide stability and confidence for global users. With […]

Catenaa, Tuesday, May 20, 2025- YouTube has removed Roxom TV, a rising Bitcoin-focused media platform, from its site without prior notice, stoking fears of renewed censorship against cryptocurrency content creators. The channel, which launched in late 2024 and streamed round-the-clock Bitcoin education, reportedly had no prior violations before its sudden takedown on May 14. YouTube […]