Gemini Pulls Out of UK, EU, Australia as It Bets on US Rules
Crypto can’t exist in isolation. True, it promises decentralization and diffuses power back to the people. The problem is that fiat is needed to buy these assets, and some of the best cryptos to buy are still priced in USD, Euros, and many
ING Germany Opens the Door to Bitcoin, ETH, and Solana ETPs
Early Bitcoin, Ethereum, or even XRP investors, including VCs and angels, are already rich. Bitcoin rose by more than 1 million percent in the last decade, while Ethereum, per some projections, may reach $10,000 before 2030. Solana, XRP, and other top 10 cryptos
Tether Is Buying More Gold: Why USDT Reserve Is Shifting
Tether reportedly built a massive physical gold reserve position as part of its reserve strategy. The company added roughly 27 metric tons of gold in the final quarter of 2025, bringing its total holdings to around 520,000 ounces. The position is valued at
Binance Applies for EU License in Greece as MiCA Clock Ticks
Binance applied for a MiCA license in Greece, putting itself near the front of the regulatory line in Europe. MiCA stands for Markets in Crypto-Assets. Think of it like a driver’s license for crypto exchanges across the EU. If an exchange has it,
Ledger Reportedly Eyes US IPO as Crypto Hacks Drive Wallet Demand
Crypto allows anyone to self-custody. That is, you can buy or mine Bitcoin or any other crypto asset, and move it to a secure, offline non-custodial wallet. Over the years, Ledger has emerged as a popular hardware wallet allowing thousands if not millions
BitGo IPO Prices Above Range as Wall Street Bets on Crypto Custody
When institutions enter the crypto space, tying billions of dollars to the market, they bring with them a demand for “extra” caution. While compliance with existing regulations is vital, the presence of a regulated custodian to secure assets is even more critical. Custody
Belgium’s KBC Bank Opens Ethereum, Bitcoin Trading to Everyday Clients
Bitcoin and crypto trading rapidly shifted after the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs in 2024. Now, not only are retailers watching, but the big boys are behind the scenes, dictating direction. As traders jostle to get
DZ Bank Gets MiCA License: Crypto Trading Moves Into German Banks
Germany’s second-largest lender, DZ Bank, secured a MiCA license, clearing a legal hurdle to run regulated crypto services across its cooperative banking network. MiCA stands for Markets in Crypto-Assets, the EU’s new rulebook for crypto companies. Think of it like a single driver’s
Visa Stablecoin Payments Move Forward With BVNK Pilot
Visa has launched a new pilot with UK-based payments firm BVNK, allowing businesses to send stablecoin payouts through Visa Direct. The move comes as stablecoins continue to process trillions of dollars in transactions each year, showing how digital dollars are becoming part of
Ripple Gets Early Europe License Nod: Why XRP Crypto Holders Are Watching
Approvals. Government nod. Crypto providers, it seems, can’t escape this. Regulators all over the world want blockchain companies, regardless of their offerings, to register and adhere to existing laws. By compliance, officials say crypto moves from the “wild”, unlocking institutional involvement. This is
