Cboe BZX Exchange has filed a proposal with the SEC to allow staking in Fidelity’s Ethereum ETF, reversing a 2024 decision to exclude the feature, as regulatory attitudes toward crypto evolve under the Trump administration. SEC Filing Reveals Fidelity’s Plan to Enable Staking in Ethereum ETF Cboe BZX Exchange filed a Form 19b-4 with the […]
As bitcoin trades at $81,626—just shy of the $82,000 mark—disparities in mining costs among leading public firms expose striking operational differences, with some companies extracting bitcoin at a fraction of the network’s estimated average. Mining Bitcoin for Profit? It Depends on Who’s Paying the Power Bill On March 11, 2025, bitcoin’s spot price settled at […]
According to analysis by The Kobeissi Letter, a rapid shift from extreme greed to extreme fear among investors—not the U.S.-China trade war—has driven a historic $5.5 trillion collapse in global markets since mid-February. Risk Aversion, Not Tariffs, Drives Historic $5.5 Trillion Market Crash The S&P 500 and cryptocurrency markets have collectively lost $5.5 trillion in […]
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is set to make a significant entry into the cryptocurrency derivatives market by introducing bitcoin perpetual futures in the second half of 2025, as reported by Bloomberg. This strategic move aims to cater to the rising institutional interest in digital assets, providing a regulated platform for trading. However, the launch is […]
Kraken has announced that it has officially secured an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorization from the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This milestone is set to accelerate Kraken’s growth plans in the U.K. and enable the launch of new products and services tailored to the needs of local clients. The EMI license empowers Kraken to […]
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and crypto news from the past week. This edition examines President Nayib Bukele’s behavior regarding the commitments El Salvador has made under the IMF deal, choosing to remain vague rather than explaining how bitcoin fits into this new national reality. Latam […]
President Donald Trump has acknowledged that the U.S. is experiencing a shift from a high-spending period to a more nuanced approach, which might result in an economic slowdown. Trump Recognizes Economic Slowdown as Part of U.S. Transition Period The U.S. economy might be experiencing a slowdown as a result of the measures currently implemented by […]
Bitcoin financial services firm Fold Holdings has added 475 BTC to its treasury, bringing total holdings to over 1,485 BTC. This move solidifies its position among the top 10 U.S. public companies with the largest bitcoin reserves. Fold Expands Bitcoin Treasury to 1,485 BTC Fold Holdings, the first publicly traded bitcoin-native financial services company, has […]
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has officially approved Tether’s USDT as a recognized cryptocurrency, allowing its trading and potential use in payments, marking a significant step forward for stablecoin adoption in Asia. Thailand Approves Tether’s USDT, Paving Way for Stablecoin Payments Tether’s USDT, the world’s largest stablecoin by market cap, has been officially approved by […]
Binance has been identified as the top cryptocurrency exchange for Nigerians due to its strong peer-to-peer (P2P) marketplace, which facilitates trading using local payment methods. Binance Stands out Despite Ongoing Dispute With Nigerian Officials Binance has been ranked the number one cryptocurrency exchange for Nigerians primarily because of its robust peer-to-peer (P2P) marketplace, which allows […]