The head of a Nigerian regulatory body warns that widespread gambling and crypto trading are diverting funds from the capital markets, undermining efforts to finance the country’s $150 billion infrastructure deficit. Capital Market vs. Risk Taking The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (NSEC) is voicing concerns that the growing preference of residents for gambling and […]
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Germany’s AfD Calls for Bitcoin Exemption From EU MiCA Rules
The German opposition party, Alternative for Germany, is demanding that the German government exempt bitcoin from the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation. Arguments for Special BTC Status The German opposition party, the Alternative for Germany (AfD), has escalated its stance on bitcoin ( BTC) by filing a motion in the Bundestag (Parliament) calling for […]
Read MoreAustralian Regulator Updates Guidance Classifying Digital Assets as Financial Products
ASIC clarifies that many digital assets are financial products and provides transitional relief to support innovation. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) on 29 October 2025 published updated guidance stating that stablecoins, wrapped tokens, tokenized securities and digital asset wallets can be financial products under existing law, and confirmed a sector‑wide no‑action position until […]
Read MoreAAA Credit Meets Blockchain in Securitize’s Latest Onchain Fund With BNY
Securitize has joined forces with BNY to launch the Securitize Tokenized AAA CLO Fund (STAC), the first onchain fund focused on AAA-rated collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), with Grove Finance anchoring $100 million. BNY and Securitize Push Structured Credit Into the Digital Age In a move bridging Wall Street credit sophistication with blockchain efficiency, Securitize and […]
Read MoreSolana ETF by Bitwise Dominates 2025 Launches—and Day 2 Blows Past Expectations
Bitwise’s Solana ETF roared into 2025 with the year’s most dominant debut, with day two trading skyrocketing past launch levels as investors rushed toward Solana exposure, staking rewards, and accelerating institutional crypto adoption. Solana ETF Tops All 2025 Debuts in Volume—and Day 2 Blows Past Day 1 Investor enthusiasm for crypto funds accelerated this week […]
Read MoreCME Highlights Surging XRP Futures as Institutional Trading Momentum Builds
XRP is accelerating into mainstream finance as institutional demand climbs, regulatory clarity fuels adoption, CME expands crypto derivatives, and major corporations integrate XRP into operations, reinforcing its position as a leading institutional-grade asset. XRP Trading Expands on CME as Regulatory Clarity Boosts Institutional Demand Institutional enthusiasm for XRP and other digital asset derivatives continues to […]
Read MoreRipple-Backed Evernorth’s $1B XRP Vault Signals the Start of Massive Institutional Era
XRP is surging back into the spotlight as institutional buying heats up, with a Ripple-backed investment firm nearing $1 billion in holdings—signaling accelerating confidence from deep-pocketed players and a seismic shift in XRP’s long-term narrative. Ripple-Backed Evernorth Nears $1 Billion in XRP Amid Explosive Institutional Demand Bullish sentiment surrounding XRP is strengthening as institutional accumulation […]
Read MoreGrayscale Unleashes Solana ETF With Staking—77% Yield Storm Hits US Markets
Solana’s explosive momentum just hit a new milestone as Grayscale’s Solana Trust ETF begins trading on NYSE Arca, giving institutions direct, staking-enabled exposure to one of crypto’s fastest-growing blockchain ecosystems and signaling unstoppable mainstream adoption. Grayscale Solana Trust ETF Launch Marks Major Leap for Institutional Crypto Exposure Solana’s accelerating role in institutional crypto adoption gained […]
Read MoreAnalyst Sees Bitcoin Breaking All-Time High Before Year-End
Bitcoin is charging toward a breakout as global liquidity floods markets, policy easing gains momentum, and investors rush into risk assets—positioning the crypto giant for potential record highs and an end-of-year rally. Bitcoin Eyes Record Highs as Fed Eases and Liquidity Surges Bitcoin may be approaching a breakout as the U.S. Federal Reserve shifts toward […]
Read MoreIs a DAT Buyback Wave Emerging? Bitcoin and Ether Treasuries Test Repurchase Strategies
A series of share repurchase announcements from leading digital asset treasury (DAT) firms has sparked debate over whether a new buyback meta is taking shape in the crypto sector. DAT Firms Are Buying Themselves Back — and Investors Are Watching Closely Three digital asset treasury (DAT) firms—Metaplanet, Lite Strategy, and ETHzilla—have all launched share repurchase […]
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