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UBS wins approval to convert US unit into nationally chartered bank
UBS received OCC approval to convert UBS Bank USA into a nationally chartered bank to strengthen its US platform.
Why CoinDesk PitchFest matters heading into Miami
CoinDesk PitchFest offers early-stage Web3 founders structured access to influential decision-makers at Consensus events.
Tom Lee-linked Eightco ups equity stake in OpenAI to $40 million
Eightco Holdings increased its investment in OpenAI to $90 million, citing a transformative opportunity for shareholders.
Why are traders still bracing for a drop toward $50k when Bitcoin is beating gold and stocks?
Despite Bitcoin's recent outperformance, traders are still hedging against a potential drop to $50,000 due to geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.
Ledger hires Circle's (CRCL) John Andrews as CFO, opens NYC office
Crypto wallet maker Ledger appointed former Circle executive John Andrews as CFO and opened a New York office to support its IPO push.
Bitcoin whale awakens after 14 years, sitting on $148 million windfall
A Bitcoin whale holding 2,100 BTC, worth $148 million, recently moved a tiny fraction after 14 years of dormancy.
Kalshi valuation doubles to $22 billion in latest funding round: Bloomberg
Prediction market Kalshi raised over $1 billion, doubling its valuation to $22 billion in a round led by Coatue Management.
Ledger appoints former Circle exec as CFO, opens New York office as firm explores potential US IPO
Ledger appointed John Andrews as CFO and opened a New York office to support US expansion and potential IPO plans.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) gains 6.3% as index rises
The CoinDesk 20 index rose 0.2%, led by Aptos (APT) with a 6.3% gain and Bitcoin Cash.
Coinbase launches stock perpetual futures contracts for non-U.S. traders
Coinbase is expanding its offerings with perpetual stock futures for non-U.S. customers, providing leveraged trading on stocks and ETFs.
Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning
Bitcoin stabilized near $70,000 despite inflation fears, showing defensive positioning evidenced by high options hedging and reduced speculative leverage.
Bitcoin Price Holds $70,000 as War-Driven Inflation Fears Meet Defensive Market Positioning
Bitcoin's price stabilized around $70,000 amid geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns, with market data suggesting consolidation rather than a sell-off.
Hyperliquid oil volume booming thanks to war in Middle East: JPMorgan
JPMorgan reports that Middle East conflict volatility is driving a boom in 24/7 oil trading on the Hyperliquid DEX.
Crypto founder told to pose in a bathrobe by Vanity Fair because our “mature” industry still being mocked
Following a critical Vanity Fair article, the crypto industry debated whether the mockery reflected external bias or unresolved internal contradictions.
Coinbase unveils 24/7 stock futures for global traders in derivatives push
Coinbase launched 24/7 perpetual futures for major US stocks and ETFs, settling in USDC for international traders.
Kalshi raises over $1 billion at $22 billion valuation in ongoing Coatue-led round: reports
Prediction market platform Kalshi secured over $1 billion in a funding round led by Coatue, achieving a $22 billion valuation.
From $13,700 to $148 million: Bitcoin whale moves 2,100 BTC untouched for over 13 years
A Bitcoin wallet transferred 2,100 BTC, worth $147.7 million, that hadn't been moved in over 13 years.
Bitcoin (BTC) price holds steady, with one analyst seeing the upside emerging: Crypto Daybook Americas
Bitcoin stabilized above $70,000 despite recent selloffs and global tensions, with one analyst predicting a potential upside.
Bitcoin consolidates as traders hedge and macro uncertainty lingers: Crypto Markets Today
Crypto markets stabilized as Bitcoin held near $70,500, with derivatives signaling caution amid ongoing macro economic pressures.
Coinbase launches stock perpetual futures for ‘Magnificent 7’ names, including Apple, Tesla and Nvidia, expanding ‘everything exchange’ push
Coinbase launched stock perpetual futures for select U.S. equities, including the 'Magnificent 7', for non-U.S. traders to enable 24/7 exposure.
Bitcoin defies drop below $70,000 as oil turns into a central-bank problem
Bitcoin briefly dipped below $70,000 as central banks raised inflation forecasts due to rising oil prices, forcing a market repricing of future rate cuts.
Gemini hit with investor lawsuit over strategy shift, stock slump as losses widen and layoffs mount
Gemini faces a class-action lawsuit alleging misleading investors before its IPO amid a stock plunge and strategic pivot.