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Coinbase's John D’Agostino says crypto platform stands alone as industry's full-service prime broker
John D’Agostino claims Coinbase is the only crypto platform offering a full-service prime brokerage experience comparable to traditional Wall Street institutions.
Group of 39 firms urge EU to fast-track DLT rules, warn of lagging the US
Thirty-nine financial firms are urging the EU to accelerate DLT regulation to avoid losing ground to the rapidly advancing United States tokenization market.
UK invites crypto giant Bybit to London to win over some of UAE’s innovation shine
The UK government is courting crypto exchange Bybit to boost its domestic digital asset sector and emulate Dubai's successful innovation momentum.
Ripple sets 2028 deadline to harden XRPL after Google’s quantum research sharpens attack risk
Ripple aims to secure the XRP Ledger against quantum threats by 2028 following research by Google Quantum AI.
Core Scientific plans $3.3 billion debt offering, with proceeds to help repay credit facility loans
Bitcoin miner Core Scientific is initiating a $3.3 billion debt offering to repay credit loans and fund data center expansion for AI services.
European banks are at risk of losing customers to rivals with better crypto tools
A new study indicates many European investors would switch banks to access superior, regulated cryptocurrency services and investment options.
DoorDash is bringing stablecoin payments to masses with Stripe-backed blockchain
DoorDash is integrating the Stripe-led blockchain, Tempo, to facilitate faster, more efficient stablecoin payouts for its global merchant network.
XRP climbs to $1.44 as breakout builds, quantum roadmap adds long-term tailwind
XRP rose to $1.44 on high volume as investors reacted to technical strength and Ripple's new long-term quantum-resistant roadmap.
Scammers Target Stranded Ships in Strait of Hormuz With Fake Bitcoin Transit Fees
Fraudsters are soliciting fake Bitcoin and Tether transit fees from shipping companies by posing as Iranian authorities amid regional maritime tensions.
Morgan Stanley’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Tops $139M in Assets Within Nine Days
Morgan Stanley’s new spot bitcoin ETF reached over $139 million in assets just nine days after its launch.
UK to Overhaul Payments Rules, Appoints Tokenization Lead
The UK government is reforming payment regulations to integrate stablecoins and tokenized assets while appointing a new lead to drive digital market growth.
Food‑delivery giant DoorDash taps Tempo to bring stablecoin payments to its driver network
DoorDash is partnering with the blockchain platform Tempo to integrate stablecoin payments for its global network of drivers and merchants.
Crypto Hacks Top $17B as Private Key Compromises Take Lead
DefiLlama reports that over $17 billion in crypto has been stolen in a decade, primarily through private key compromises and phishing attacks.
Canton, ZKsync clash over how blockchains enforce rules
Industry leaders from Canton and ZKsync debate whether institutional blockchains should prioritize global state enforcement or localized, privacy-focused institutional control.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Stellar (XLM) gains 3.3% while index moves lower
Stellar (XLM) and Aave (AAVE) led gains, while the CoinDesk 20 index fell slightly.
Trump accuses Iran of breaching ceasefire ahead of high-stakes Hormuz deadline
Trump accused Iran of multiple ceasefire violations, while Iran cited a US destroyer incident as a breach, straining a deal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
Polymarket taps Bitget Wallet’s over 90 million users with integration
Polymarket has integrated with Bitget Wallet, providing its 90 million users direct access to prediction market trading.
Oil tanker attacked after falling for crypto scam granting fake Strait of Hormuz safe passage
An oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz after falling for a crypto scam offering fake safe passage.
VIX Dips 45% in Three Weeks: Can Bitcoin Break Above $80K Next?
The CBOE Volatility Index's significant decline suggests a favorable environment for Bitcoin, potentially pushing prices toward $82,700.
Securitize names former IMF representative to board
Securitize has appointed former IMF board member Sunil Sabharwal to its board of directors amid plans for a public listing via a merger.
BitMEX Enables Off-Exchange Trading Via Zodia Custody
BitMEX has partnered with Zodia Custody to allow institutional clients to trade derivatives while keeping collateral in segregated, off-exchange vaults.
Almost 80% of Japanese institutional investors are eyeing crypto for their portfolios by 2029
A Nomura survey found nearly 80% of Japanese institutional investors plan to allocate up to 5% to crypto by 2029.
Kelp DAO exploiter begins moving stolen funds across chains after Arbitrum ETH freeze
Attackers behind the $292 million Kelp DAO exploit have begun laundering stolen funds through cross-chain protocols following an asset freeze by Arbitrum.
Bitcoin (BTC) price holds above a make-or-break level before Warsh confirmation hearing
Bitcoin trades above $75,000, a key level, ahead of the Warsh hearing and potential geopolitical events.
Bybit leads $8M funding round for Malaysian crypto exchange Hata
Global crypto exchange Bybit led an $8 million Series A funding round for Malaysian platform Hata to expand its local operations and liquidity.
Bitcoin climbs as risk sentiment improves, altcoins hit by exploit concerns
Bitcoin rose as market risk appetite improved, while altcoins struggled following a significant DeFi exploit involving KelpDAO.
Arbitrum Freeze Sparks $175 Million Laundering Frenzy on Ethereum
Following an Arbitrum freeze, the KelpDAO exploiter is laundering $175 million in ETH on Ethereum via UmbraCash.
Bank of Korea’s new governor signals CBDC and bank token push, skips stablecoins in key address
New Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song prioritizes CBDCs and deposit tokens while focusing on modernizing currency markets and increasing crypto oversight.
Strategy (MSTR) overtakes BlackRock's IBIT after aggressive bear market buying
MicroStrategy has surpassed BlackRock's IBIT in total bitcoin holdings after leveraging financial tools to aggressively accumulate BTC during a market downturn.
Philippine SEC Warns Against dYdX, Crypto Platforms
The Philippine SEC has issued warnings against seven unauthorized cryptocurrency trading platforms, including dYdX, citing a lack of required local registration and licensing.
Were tariff refunds bought for 20 cents on the dollar by stablecoin-backed Treasurys custodian Cantor Fitzgerald?
Investigations are ongoing into whether Cantor Fitzgerald profited from tariff-refund rights while Howard Lutnick held a key government policy role.
KelpDAO hackers are laundering millions in stolen crypto, data show
Hackers behind the $290 million KelpDAO exploit are laundering stolen funds using privacy protocols and cross-chain bridging tools.
Scammers demand crypto ‘clearance’ fees from ships near Strait of Hormuz: report
Scammers impersonating Iranian officials are demanding cryptocurrency from ships near the Strait of Hormuz to guarantee safe transit.
A US-Iran Peace Deal May Not Be Enough To Save the Oil Market Now: Here’s Why
Logistical bottlenecks and structural storage constraints mean an immediate oil market recovery is unlikely, even if a US-Iran peace deal is reached.
Bank of Korea Governor Supports CBDCs, Deposit Tokens in First Speech
Newly appointed Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song advocates for the advancement of central bank digital currencies and tokenized deposits in his inaugural address.
European Banks Back MiCA Euro Stablecoin to Rival Dollar Tokens
A group of 12 European banks has partnered with Fireblocks to launch a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin by 2026 to challenge dollar-denominated token dominance.
Japan’s JSCC partners with Mizuho, Nomura to test government bonds on blockchain
Japan Securities Clearing Corporation is partnering with Mizuho, Nomura, and Digital Asset to test blockchain-based collateral management for Japanese government bonds.
The AI Agent Economy Has an Identity Bottleneck: Blockchain Rails Could Solve It
a16z crypto argues that blockchain technology can provide the necessary identity standards for AI agents to operate securely in the digital economy.
Fake Police Raid Scam Forces Victim to Send $1M in Bitcoin
Criminals staged a fake police raid, coercing a victim into transferring $1 million in Bitcoin through physical threats.
Bank of Korea’s new chief vows to push CBDC, deposit tokens; leaves out stablecoins
New Bank of Korea governor Shin Hyun-song prioritizes CBDCs and deposit tokens while excluding stablecoins from his inaugural policy speech.
OCBC Issues Tokenized Physical Gold Fund on Ethereum and Solana
Singapore’s OCBC has launched the GOLDX token, allowing institutional investors to access a physical gold fund on the Ethereum and Solana blockchains.
Arbitrum Freezes 30K ETH Tied to Kelp Hack
Arbitrum's security council froze over $71 million in Ether linked to the recent Kelp protocol exploit following an emergency governance decision.
US Senator Urges CLARITY Act Senate Markup Moved to May: Report
Senator Thom Tillis has requested that the Senate Banking Committee delay the CLARITY Act markup until May to resolve stablecoin yield disagreements.
Arbitrum freezes $71 million in ether tied to Kelp DAO exploit
The Arbitrum Security Council has frozen $71 million in ETH associated with the recent $292 million exploit of the Kelp DAO protocol.
Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 Strengthens Position as Europe’s Leading B2B Blockchain Event Week
Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 in Amsterdam is establishing itself as a premier B2B hub for the European digital asset and blockchain ecosystem.
Bitcoin reclaims $75,000 as Iran ceasefire talks advance, equities rally resumes
Bitcoin climbed above $75,000 as markets reacted to progress in Iran-Pakistan ceasefire talks and a broader recovery in global equities.
Arbitrum Security Council Blocks KelpDAO Hacker From 30,766 ETH
The Arbitrum Security Council successfully froze 30,766 ETH stolen during the KelpDAO exploit, moving the funds to a secure, governance-controlled wallet.
Coin Center Says Crypto Developers' Code Protected Under First Amendment
Coin Center argues that writing and publishing crypto software code constitutes protected free speech under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Coinbase’s x402 Launches Marketplace Platform for AI Agents
Coinbase-backed protocol x402 has launched Agentic.market, a platform enabling AI agents to discover, purchase, and integrate services without needing individual API keys.
Proposed AI Dividend Would be Funded by Taxes on AI and Paid to US Citizens
New York lawmaker Alex Bores proposed an AI dividend program to support US citizens facing potential job displacement from artificial intelligence.
Arbitrum freezes $71 million worth of ETH stolen in Kelp DAO exploit
Arbitrum froze $71 million in ETH linked to the Kelp DAO exploit, with law enforcement input.
Tom Lee Doubles Down on Crypto Winter Call as Bitmine Makes Biggest ETH Purchase of 2026
Bitmine Immersion Technologies acquired 101,627 ETH while Chairman Tom Lee argues that the current crypto winter is nearing its end.
Arbitrum freezes 30,766 ETH in emergency response to KelpDAO exploit
The Arbitrum Security Council successfully froze $71 million in stolen ETH following the major KelpDAO exploit.
Aave Pitches Two Solutions to Resolve Kelp DAO Hack Dilemma
Aave's risk manager proposed two scenarios to address bad debt from the Kelp DAO exploit, impacting rsETH holders and L2 networks.
Kelp DAO shifts blame to LayerZero for $292 million exploit; Aave examines bad debt scenarios
Kelp DAO and LayerZero are trading blame following a $292 million hack, while Aave evaluates potential bad debt impacts on its protocol.
Kospi Hits New Record as Chip Stocks Rally on AI Demand
South Korea’s Kospi index reached a new intraday record high, fueled by strong demand for AI-related memory chips from Samsung and SK Hynix.
Apple CEO Transition: The Quiet Crypto Angle
Apple's new CEO inherits a conservative crypto stance, but the company benefits from crypto via App Store fees and Apple Pay integrations.
BeInCrypto 100 Institutional Awards Nomination: Moody’s Ratings for Best Digital Asset Ratings & Analytics Provider
Moody’s Ratings is nominated for a BeInCrypto award for its pioneering work in placing credit ratings and analytics directly on-chain.
Apple’s New CEO John Ternus Spent 20 Years Behind the Scenes
John Ternus will replace Tim Cook as Apple's CEO on September 1, transitioning from his role as SVP of Hardware Engineering.
Amazon to invest $5 billion in Anthropic with up to $20 billion more planned
Amazon is investing up to $25 billion in Anthropic as part of a major strategic partnership involving AWS infrastructure and AI development.
Last Week Tonight‘s John Oliver Says he Won‘t Placate Prediction Markets
John Oliver criticized prediction markets for potential manipulation and vowed that his future commentary will remain independent of platform betting activity.
North Korea’s crypto heist playbook is expanding and DeFi keeps getting hit
North Korea-linked hackers are targeting DeFi infrastructure, causing over $500 million in losses by exploiting configuration weaknesses rather than traditional code vulnerabilities.
Bybit Backs Malaysia’s Hata in $8M Series A Funding Round
Bybit led an $8 million Series A funding round for the Malaysian dual-licensed digital asset exchange Hata.
Aave could face up to $230m in losses after Kelp DAO bridge exploit triggers DeFi chaos
Aave faces up to $230 million in potential losses after a Kelp DAO bridge exploit compromised the backing of its rsETH collateral.
BTC news: Bitcoin bounces above $76,000 as DeFi suffers $16 billion exodus after major hack
Bitcoin rose above $76,000 despite geopolitical tensions, while the DeFi sector faced a $14 billion outflow following a $292 million KelpDAO exploit.
Pokémon TCG marketplaces near record as tokenized collectibles show staying power
Pokémon TCG marketplaces are approaching record revenues, driven by the growth of sustainable tokenized collectibles rather than speculative NFT-adjacent activity.
Bitcoin Price Retakes $76,500 as Iran Tensions and Oil Volatility Drive Market Uncertainty
Bitcoin reclaimed $76,500 amid market volatility fueled by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and fluctuating global oil supply concerns.
Poland’s Biggest Crypto Exchange Falls, and Nobody Can Find the Man Who Holds the Keys
Poland’s largest crypto exchange, zondacrypto, is facing a collapse as millions in customer funds are inaccessible due to a missing private key.
DeFi losses top $600 million in weeks as Kelp DAO exploit drags TVL to one-year low
DeFi sector losses have exceeded $600 million in three weeks, driving total value locked to a one-year low following the Kelp DAO exploit.
DeFi TVL Drops on All Top 20 Chains After KelpDAO Exploit
A $292 million KelpDAO exploit has triggered a broad decline in total value locked across the top 20 DeFi chains.