US Democrats Appoint Key Committee Leaders Influential in Crypto Policy
As the 119th United States Congress approaches, Democratic lawmakers are positioning themselves strategically within key committees, critical to shaping future policies, including those affecting the cryptocurrency industry. A recent announcement…
MicroStrategy Set to Join Nasdaq 100, According to Bloomberg Intelligence
MicroStrategy, a company well known for its substantial investment in Bitcoin, is poised to enter the Nasdaq 100 index on December 23, with an official announcement anticipated this week, per…
Japanese Crypto Exchange Coincheck Set for Nasdaq Debut
Coincheck Group, the parent company of the Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck, is poised to enter the public market with its upcoming debut on the Nasdaq stock exchange scheduled for December…
Trump Nominates Kari Lake to Lead Voice of America
President-elect Donald Trump has expressed his intention to nominate Kari Lake, a staunch ally, as the next director of the Voice of America (VOA), which is under the umbrella of…
President Trump Nominates Paul Atkins as SEC Chairman
President-elect Donald J. Trump has announced his nomination of Paul Atkins to head the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). In a December 4 post on Truth Social, Trump expressed…
French Tech Giant Thomson Computing Introduces the World’s First Web3 Laptop
Metavasio, a leading French electronics conglomerate operating under the Thomson Computing brand, has unveiled the world’s first laptop designed with Web3 capabilities, marking a significant step in integrating blockchain technology…
Bybit Excludes Yuan Trading but Facilitates Access for Chinese Users via VPN
Ben Zhou, CEO of Bybit, has confirmed that the cryptocurrency exchange will not be supporting yuan trading in the foreseeable future. In a media briefing on December 3, Zhou emphasized…
South Korean Martial Law Spurs Record Crypto Trading Volume of $34 Billion
In the wake of South Korea’s brief implementation of martial law, the nation’s major cryptocurrency exchanges experienced an unprecedented surge in trading volume. Over a 24-hour period, the combined spot…
Senator Bill Cassidy Faces Primary Challenge Over Trump Impeachment Vote
Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La., is set to face a challenge from within his own party for the 2026 election cycle. Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming has announced his candidacy for Cassidy’s…
Coinbase Integrates Apple Pay into Onramp App Services
Coinbase, a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, has integrated Apple Pay into its Onramp app services, effective from December 2. This integration allows users to log in and perform transactions via…
Binance Dominates in Bitcoin Deposits Among Crypto Exchanges in 2024
In 2024, cryptocurrency exchanges have witnessed a significant increase in average deposits, with Binance leading the pack, according to a December 3rd analysis by CryptoQuant. This surge is largely attributed…
Expect a Rise in Crypto Phishing Scams During the Holiday Shopping Season
As the Christmas holiday shopping season approaches, cybersecurity experts are raising alarms about an expected surge in crypto phishing attacks. According to a recent analysis by Scam Sniffer, a platform…
XRP Ledger Slashes Base Reserve Requirement by 90% to Foster Greater Accessibility
On December 2nd, the XRP Ledger implemented a significant reduction in its base reserve requirements, lowering the threshold from 10 XRP ($25.60 at current prices) to just 1 XRP ($2.56).…
Coinbase to Sever Ties with Law Firms Employing Former Anti-Crypto Regulators
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has taken a firm stance against law firms that employ individuals previously involved in anti-crypto regulatory actions. Armstrong expressed his concerns through a post on X…
South Korea’s Retail Crypto Trading Volume Surpasses $18 Billion, Outstripping Local Stock Market
In a remarkable display of investor engagement, retail trading volumes for cryptocurrency assets in South Korea have soared to $18 billion over the last 24 hours, surpassing the country’s stock…
Crypto Exchange Volumes Surge to Three-Year High in November Following Trump’s Election Victory
November saw cryptocurrency exchange volumes reach a three-year peak, largely propelled by Donald Trump’s victory in the United States presidential election, which ignited expectations of more favorable cryptocurrency regulations. Data…
Concerns Over Pete Hegseth’s Drinking Habits Emerge from Fox News Colleagues
Pete Hegseth, recently designated as President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, has reportedly had issues with alcohol that concerned his colleagues at Fox News. This information comes from 10…
Alex Mashinsky Reaches Plea Deal on Two Charges
Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky has reached a plea agreement with U.S. prosecutors following an unsuccessful attempt by his legal team to dismiss charges in his criminal indictment. During a…
Potential Integration of Staking Yields in U.S. Ethereum ETFs Under New Administration
A recent report by Bernstein Research on December 2nd indicates that Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States might soon incorporate staking yields. This development is anticipated under the…
Coinbase Halts Expansion Efforts into the Turkish Cryptocurrency Market
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has decided to retract its initial application for entering the burgeoning Turkish crypto market, as revealed by documents from the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB). Coinbase’s Initial…