Monochrome Set to Launch Ethereum ETF in Australia on October 15

Crypto Treasury Firms Go on $8B Buying Spree in Historic Week

Turkish Ride-Hailing Firm Marti Becomes Latest Public Company to Embrace Bitcoin with 20% Cash Reserve Allocation in Treasury Strategy

Marti, a Turkish ride-hailing company, has put 20% of its cash into Bitcoin and plans to increase that to 50%. The move is part of a long-term plan to use crypto as a store of value while keeping its main business growing.

Trading Platform eToro Could Build Its Own Blockchain to Support Its Monthly “Millions of Transactions”

eToro has started offering tokenised US stocks on Ethereum and is planning to build its own blockchain. This would let users trade shares like crypto and use them in decentralised finance.

US SEC Gives Final Nod To In-Kind Bitcoin And Ether ETF Trades, Promising Lower Costs And Higher Efficiency For Investors: Are Altcoin ETFs Next In Line?

The US SEC has approved in-kind trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, letting firms trade crypto directly instead of using cash. This change is expected to cut costs, improve trading, and make it easier for big investors to enter the crypto market.

The Last Encore: CryptoBatz NFT Prices Surge Dramatically as Fans Rush to Own a Piece of Rockstar Ozzy Osbourne’s Iconic Legacy

Ozzy Osbourne’s NFT collection CryptoBatz saw a big jump in sales and price after news of his death. Trading volumes surged over 100,000% in one day, briefly raising the floor price to around $295.

JPMorgan Plans to Let Clients Borrow Against Bitcoin and Ether by 2026 as Crypto Lending Gains Momentum on Wall Street

JPMorgan is planning to let clients borrow money using crypto like bitcoin and ether as collateral. This comes as rules around digital assets in the US become clearer and demand from wealthy clients grows.

SEC Chair Paul Atkins Signals Ethereum Is Not a Security, Boosting Confidence for Corporate Treasury Investments: Are ETH Treasuries the New Bitcoin Play?

The SEC Chairman said Ethereum is not considered a security, which has encouraged companies to increase their Ethereum holdings. This clear regulatory view has helped boost Ethereum’s price and sparked more interest from investors and firms.

Shinhan Bank Becomes First South Korean Lender to Add Crypto Tracking and Guides to Its Mobile App

ChatGPT said: Shinhan Bank has added cryptocurrency tracking and educational tools to its SOL app, becoming the first South Korean bank to offer such services. The move signals growing acceptance of crypto in traditional banking, with plans to expand into crypto purchases and wallet management soon.

Vitalik Buterin Says Ethereum Layer 2s Can Now Achieve What 2010s Blockchains Never Could

Vitalik Buterin urged developers to simplify Ethereum Layer 2 networks by using Ethereum’s base layer for security and consensus. He said projects should stop rebuilding features Ethereum already provides and focus only on processing and verifying transactions.

Standard Chartered Becomes First Global Bank to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Spot Trading in the UK

Standard Chartered has started offering bitcoin and ether spot trading directly to institutional clients through its UK branch. This makes it the first major global bank to provide regulated crypto trading using existing foreign exchange systems.

Kucoin Eyes $100 Million Deal for Ku.com

Insiders familiar with the matter reveal that Kucoin's move to acquire Ku.com is an effort to enhance its position in the cryptocurrency exchange sector.

Accumulating $3 Billion: North Korean Hacker Lazarus Group Crypto Heists

The Lazarus Group, a North Korean hacking entity, has raised global cybersecurity concerns by amassing a substantial $3 billion through sophisticated cryptocurrency heists.

FBI and Dutch Authorities Seize Sinbad.io, Alleged Key Tool for North Korean Hackers

The FBI and the Dutch Financial Intelligence and Investigation Service have seized the websites of a crypto mixer named Sinbad, allegedly used by North Korean hackers and cybercriminals for laundering stolen funds.

Bitget Suspends New User Registrations in Mainland China

Bitget, a leading global cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, announced that it will temporarily suspend new user registrations in Mainland China from today, 1 December 2023.

Antpool Pushes Past Foundry USA, Becomes Leading BTC Mining Pool

Foundry USA has held the top spot among mining pools since early 2022, riding the wave of North American mining operations' ascent following China's 2021 crackdown. Antpool, consistently at the second spot, began closing the gap around June.

SoFi's Cryptocurrency Departure: US Bank Officially Exits the Industry

US bank SoFi strategically exits the crypto sector, emphasising the challenges faced in the volatile market.

Proof That Dollar Cost Averaging Works: MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor Bitcoin Strategy Clocks $1.8 Billion Profit

Saylortracker's data, which tracks Michale Saylor's BTC addresses, reveals his's portfolio at a $7,102,706,533.19, marking a 33.37% gain, reaching an all-time high.

SEC Faces Warning from Judge Amid Allegations of Deceptive Tactics in DEBT Box Crypto Case

United States District Judge Robert Shelby has issued a stern warning to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawyers, hinting at possible sanctions in the legal action against Digital Licensing Inc., also known as DEBT Box

Bitcoin Surges Past $40K for First Time in Over a Year Amid Market Rally

Bitcoin is surging towards $40,000, unseen since the May 2022 TerraUSD incident. Factors include potential SEC approval of a Bitcoin ETF and anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts starting in March.

Alibaba's AI Focus: Transitioning Away from Quantum Computing

Alibaba shifts focus from quantum computing to generative AI, showcasing adaptability and commitment to innovation.