CFTC Gets New Leadership with Michael Selig, After Quintenz Fallout
TLDR President Donald Trump has nominated Michael Selig to lead the CFTC. Selig replaces Brian Quintenz, whose confirmation was derailed by pressure from the Winklevoss twins. Selig currently serves as the chief counsel for the SEC’s crypto task force. He previously worked at Willkie Farr & Gallagher in their asset management practice. The Senate must [...] The post CFTC Gets New Leadership with Michael Selig, After Quintenz Fallout appeared first on Blockonomi.
How an anonymous trader made $192M shorting one of the biggest crypto crashes
A single anonymous trader saw the crash coming and capitalized on it, earning $192 million in just a few hours.
Dogecoin price chart projects 25% gains, but first, this must happen
Dogecoin must break above the $0.20 resistance level to signal a reduction in selling pressure, potentially sending the DOGE price beyond $0.25.
Crypto treasuries siphon $800B from altcoins, and it might be ‘forever’
Corporate crypto treasuries have attracted about $800 billion from retail investors, mainly at the expense of altcoins, according to 10x Research.
Thai regulators raid alleged World iris scanning site, arrest multiple suspects
Thailand’s SEC raids World’s iris scanning site over unlicensed WLD token operations, raising legal concerns about the digital identity project.
Can the biggest Bitcoin whales really decide when the market turns green or red?
Whales still move prices, but ETF flows, exchange liquidity, and macro shifts now decide Bitcoin’s daily color.
Bitcoin treasuries can earn more Bitcoin, says Willem Schroé
Corporate Bitcoin reserves now rival ETFs, and Botanix Labs founder Willem Schroé wants to turn those dormant holdings into active, yield-generating assets.
JPMorgan reportedly plans to let clients borrow against their Bitcoin and Ether
This could make Bitcoin and Ether more attractive to institutional investors seeking to maximize the utility of their assets.
Bitcoin-only app Relai gets EU green light under MiCA
Switzerland’s BTC-only investment app, Relai, obtained a MiCA license in France, aiming to bring Bitcoin to as many people as possible.
Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 update crashes $5.8B economy, revives NFT debate
A major update to Counter-Strike 2’s item mechanics wiped nearly $2 billion from its $5.8 billion skin market, igniting debate over central control in gaming.
AI gives retail investors a way out of the diversification trap
Traditional diversification enforces market mediocrity. Agentic AI tools offer retail investors institutional-grade analysis.
Can Ethereum reclaim $4K? ‘Smart trader’ whale raises ETH long to $131M
Ethereum bulls pushed the price above $4,000 as traders monitored a smart trader’s activity and projected higher ETH prices.
Bitcoin spikes to $112K on soft US CPI data as S&P 500 hits record high
Bitcoin flipped volatile as CPI data came in lower than expected, but failed to follow stocks as they hit fresh all-time highs on Fed rate-cut optimism.
Pump.fun expands with Padre acquisition as memecoin market cools
Pump.fun has acquired the Padre trading terminal to strengthen token liquidity as Solana’s memecoin market cools from its 2024 highs.
WazirX shutdown ends, UK watchdog targets HTX: Global Express
Indian exchange WazirX has ended its more than year-long shutdown, while the FCA is going after unregistered exchanges in the UK.
Polymarket: Token will come, but US launch comes first
Polymarket’s Matthew Modabber confirmed the platform will eventually launch a token, but said entering the US market takes priority.
Tether’s stablecoin business set for another record year of profitability
Tether projects $15 billion in profit for 2025, extending its dominance in the stablecoin market as investor interest and digital dollar adoption surge.
Zelle fires up stablecoins to fuel faster cross-border payments
The stablecoin cross-border integration will only be for payments coming from and going to the United States, Zelle's parent company said.
Crypto.com pushes for federal footing with US trust bank charter application
If approved, the charter would allow the crypto exchange to offer federally regulated custody and trust services in the United States.
$19B crypto crash opens door to $200K Bitcoin in 2025: Finance Redefined
Bitcoin may still be on track to $200,000 before the end of the year despite the recent market crash, but a lack of ETF buying continues to limit upside potential.
Bitcoin’s bull market is intact, but key levels signal risk, says Galaxy Digital analyst
In an interview with Cointelegraph, Galaxy Digital’s head of research explains why Bitcoin is at a pivotal moment, and what could define its next downturn.
Price predictions 10/24: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin bounced off the $107,000 support, but the recovery is expected to face significant resistance in the $112,000 to $116,000 zone. Do charts point to any altcoins taking the lead?
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin whales trade keys for comfort
Early BTC whales shift to ETFs, giving up keys for TradFi perks, as BlackRock conversions rise and onchain self-custody breaks a 15-year uptrend.
Sygnum Bank bets on Bitcoin lending with multisign custody model
The new product is expected to launch in the first half of 2026 and will let clients borrow fiat against Bitcoin held in multisignature wallets.
Binance comeback? CZ’s pardon reignites talk of a US return
US President Donald Trump said Binance founder Changpeng Zhao had "a lot of support" from the crypto industry and was widely recommended for a pardon.
Coinbase stock surges after JPMorgan upgrade on Base, USDC potential
JPMorgan sees Coinbase unlocking billions through its Base layer-2 network and USDC rewards overhaul, lifting its price target and fueling a sharp stock rally.
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
How an anonymous trader made $192M shorting one of the biggest crypto crashes
A single anonymous trader saw the crash coming and capitalized on it, earning $192 million in just a few hours.
Dogecoin price chart projects 25% gains, but first, this must happen
Dogecoin must break above the $0.20 resistance level to signal a reduction in selling pressure, potentially sending the DOGE price beyond $0.25.
Crypto treasuries siphon $800B from altcoins, and it might be ‘forever’
Corporate crypto treasuries have attracted about $800 billion from retail investors, mainly at the expense of altcoins, according to 10x Research.
Thai regulators raid alleged World iris scanning site, arrest multiple suspects
Thailand’s SEC raids World’s iris scanning site over unlicensed WLD token operations, raising legal concerns about the digital identity project.
Can the biggest Bitcoin whales really decide when the market turns green or red?
Whales still move prices, but ETF flows, exchange liquidity, and macro shifts now decide Bitcoin’s daily color.
Bitcoin treasuries can earn more Bitcoin, says Willem Schroé
Corporate Bitcoin reserves now rival ETFs, and Botanix Labs founder Willem Schroé wants to turn those dormant holdings into active, yield-generating assets.
JPMorgan reportedly plans to let clients borrow against their Bitcoin and Ether
This could make Bitcoin and Ether more attractive to institutional investors seeking to maximize the utility of their assets.
Bitcoin-only app Relai gets EU green light under MiCA
Switzerland’s BTC-only investment app, Relai, obtained a MiCA license in France, aiming to bring Bitcoin to as many people as possible.
Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 update crashes $5.8B economy, revives NFT debate
A major update to Counter-Strike 2’s item mechanics wiped nearly $2 billion from its $5.8 billion skin market, igniting debate over central control in gaming.
AI gives retail investors a way out of the diversification trap
Traditional diversification enforces market mediocrity. Agentic AI tools offer retail investors institutional-grade analysis.
Can Ethereum reclaim $4K? ‘Smart trader’ whale raises ETH long to $131M
Ethereum bulls pushed the price above $4,000 as traders monitored a smart trader’s activity and projected higher ETH prices.
Bitcoin spikes to $112K on soft US CPI data as S&P 500 hits record high
Bitcoin flipped volatile as CPI data came in lower than expected, but failed to follow stocks as they hit fresh all-time highs on Fed rate-cut optimism.
Pump.fun expands with Padre acquisition as memecoin market cools
Pump.fun has acquired the Padre trading terminal to strengthen token liquidity as Solana’s memecoin market cools from its 2024 highs.
WazirX shutdown ends, UK watchdog targets HTX: Global Express
Indian exchange WazirX has ended its more than year-long shutdown, while the FCA is going after unregistered exchanges in the UK.
Polymarket: Token will come, but US launch comes first
Polymarket’s Matthew Modabber confirmed the platform will eventually launch a token, but said entering the US market takes priority.
Tether’s stablecoin business set for another record year of profitability
Tether projects $15 billion in profit for 2025, extending its dominance in the stablecoin market as investor interest and digital dollar adoption surge.
Zelle fires up stablecoins to fuel faster cross-border payments
The stablecoin cross-border integration will only be for payments coming from and going to the United States, Zelle's parent company said.
Crypto.com pushes for federal footing with US trust bank charter application
If approved, the charter would allow the crypto exchange to offer federally regulated custody and trust services in the United States.
$19B crypto crash opens door to $200K Bitcoin in 2025: Finance Redefined
Bitcoin may still be on track to $200,000 before the end of the year despite the recent market crash, but a lack of ETF buying continues to limit upside potential.
Bitcoin’s bull market is intact, but key levels signal risk, says Galaxy Digital analyst
In an interview with Cointelegraph, Galaxy Digital’s head of research explains why Bitcoin is at a pivotal moment, and what could define its next downturn.
Price predictions 10/24: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin bounced off the $107,000 support, but the recovery is expected to face significant resistance in the $112,000 to $116,000 zone. Do charts point to any altcoins taking the lead?
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin whales trade keys for comfort
Early BTC whales shift to ETFs, giving up keys for TradFi perks, as BlackRock conversions rise and onchain self-custody breaks a 15-year uptrend.
Sygnum Bank bets on Bitcoin lending with multisign custody model
The new product is expected to launch in the first half of 2026 and will let clients borrow fiat against Bitcoin held in multisignature wallets.
Binance comeback? CZ’s pardon reignites talk of a US return
US President Donald Trump said Binance founder Changpeng Zhao had "a lot of support" from the crypto industry and was widely recommended for a pardon.
Coinbase stock surges after JPMorgan upgrade on Base, USDC potential
JPMorgan sees Coinbase unlocking billions through its Base layer-2 network and USDC rewards overhaul, lifting its price target and fueling a sharp stock rally.
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
How an anonymous trader made $192M shorting one of the biggest crypto crashes
A single anonymous trader saw the crash coming and capitalized on it, earning $192 million in just a few hours.
Dogecoin price chart projects 25% gains, but first, this must happen
Dogecoin must break above the $0.20 resistance level to signal a reduction in selling pressure, potentially sending the DOGE price beyond $0.25.
Crypto treasuries siphon $800B from altcoins, and it might be ‘forever’
Corporate crypto treasuries have attracted about $800 billion from retail investors, mainly at the expense of altcoins, according to 10x Research.
Thai regulators raid alleged World iris scanning site, arrest multiple suspects
Thailand’s SEC raids World’s iris scanning site over unlicensed WLD token operations, raising legal concerns about the digital identity project.
Can the biggest Bitcoin whales really decide when the market turns green or red?
Whales still move prices, but ETF flows, exchange liquidity, and macro shifts now decide Bitcoin’s daily color.
Bitcoin treasuries can earn more Bitcoin, says Willem Schroé
Corporate Bitcoin reserves now rival ETFs, and Botanix Labs founder Willem Schroé wants to turn those dormant holdings into active, yield-generating assets.
JPMorgan reportedly plans to let clients borrow against their Bitcoin and Ether
This could make Bitcoin and Ether more attractive to institutional investors seeking to maximize the utility of their assets.
Bitcoin-only app Relai gets EU green light under MiCA
Switzerland’s BTC-only investment app, Relai, obtained a MiCA license in France, aiming to bring Bitcoin to as many people as possible.
Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 update crashes $5.8B economy, revives NFT debate
A major update to Counter-Strike 2’s item mechanics wiped nearly $2 billion from its $5.8 billion skin market, igniting debate over central control in gaming.
AI gives retail investors a way out of the diversification trap
Traditional diversification enforces market mediocrity. Agentic AI tools offer retail investors institutional-grade analysis.
Can Ethereum reclaim $4K? ‘Smart trader’ whale raises ETH long to $131M
Ethereum bulls pushed the price above $4,000 as traders monitored a smart trader’s activity and projected higher ETH prices.
Bitcoin spikes to $112K on soft US CPI data as S&P 500 hits record high
Bitcoin flipped volatile as CPI data came in lower than expected, but failed to follow stocks as they hit fresh all-time highs on Fed rate-cut optimism.
Pump.fun expands with Padre acquisition as memecoin market cools
Pump.fun has acquired the Padre trading terminal to strengthen token liquidity as Solana’s memecoin market cools from its 2024 highs.
WazirX shutdown ends, UK watchdog targets HTX: Global Express
Indian exchange WazirX has ended its more than year-long shutdown, while the FCA is going after unregistered exchanges in the UK.
Polymarket: Token will come, but US launch comes first
Polymarket’s Matthew Modabber confirmed the platform will eventually launch a token, but said entering the US market takes priority.
Tether’s stablecoin business set for another record year of profitability
Tether projects $15 billion in profit for 2025, extending its dominance in the stablecoin market as investor interest and digital dollar adoption surge.
Zelle fires up stablecoins to fuel faster cross-border payments
The stablecoin cross-border integration will only be for payments coming from and going to the United States, Zelle's parent company said.
Crypto.com pushes for federal footing with US trust bank charter application
If approved, the charter would allow the crypto exchange to offer federally regulated custody and trust services in the United States.
$19B crypto crash opens door to $200K Bitcoin in 2025: Finance Redefined
Bitcoin may still be on track to $200,000 before the end of the year despite the recent market crash, but a lack of ETF buying continues to limit upside potential.
Bitcoin’s bull market is intact, but key levels signal risk, says Galaxy Digital analyst
In an interview with Cointelegraph, Galaxy Digital’s head of research explains why Bitcoin is at a pivotal moment, and what could define its next downturn.
Price predictions 10/24: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE, LINK, XLM
Bitcoin bounced off the $107,000 support, but the recovery is expected to face significant resistance in the $112,000 to $116,000 zone. Do charts point to any altcoins taking the lead?
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin whales trade keys for comfort
Early BTC whales shift to ETFs, giving up keys for TradFi perks, as BlackRock conversions rise and onchain self-custody breaks a 15-year uptrend.
Sygnum Bank bets on Bitcoin lending with multisign custody model
The new product is expected to launch in the first half of 2026 and will let clients borrow fiat against Bitcoin held in multisignature wallets.
Binance comeback? CZ’s pardon reignites talk of a US return
US President Donald Trump said Binance founder Changpeng Zhao had "a lot of support" from the crypto industry and was widely recommended for a pardon.
Coinbase stock surges after JPMorgan upgrade on Base, USDC potential
JPMorgan sees Coinbase unlocking billions through its Base layer-2 network and USDC rewards overhaul, lifting its price target and fueling a sharp stock rally.
Bitcoin price compression will spark expansion: Will BTC explode toward $120K?
Bitcoin sellers put a cap on $112,000, but technical, onchain data and the end of October US macroeconomic calendar suggest that the price compression will trigger a violent expansion.
Trump to nominate SEC's 'pro-crypto' Michael Selig as CFTC chair: Report
The rumored nomination of Michael Selig follows the CFTC nomination process hitting a snag in September when Brian Quintenz was withdrawn.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Bitcoin miners build on gains after Jane Street discloses stakes
Shares of leading Bitcoin mining companies rose after Jane Street disclosed new holdings on Thursday, extending a months-long rally across publicly traded mining stocks.
Rumble partners with Tether to add Bitcoin tips for content creators
Video sharing platform Rumble has teamed up with Tether to help it add Bitcoin tips to content creators, expected to launch in early to mid-December.
Bitcoin Volatility Starts To Cool: Market Prepares For Potential Short Squeeze Rally
Bitcoin is struggling to establish a clear bullish structure in the short term, as selling pressure continues to dominate since the October 10 market crash. The asset remains caught in a volatile range, with traders unsure whether the next major move will mark the start of a recovery or the continuation of a broader correction. […]
How an anonymous trader made $192M shorting one of the biggest crypto crashes
A single anonymous trader saw the crash coming and capitalized on it, earning $192 million in just a few hours.
Dogecoin price chart projects 25% gains, but first, this must happen
Dogecoin must break above the $0.20 resistance level to signal a reduction in selling pressure, potentially sending the DOGE price beyond $0.25.
Crypto treasuries siphon $800B from altcoins, and it might be ‘forever’
Corporate crypto treasuries have attracted about $800 billion from retail investors, mainly at the expense of altcoins, according to 10x Research.
Thai regulators raid World iris scanning site in latest headache for Sam Altman
Thailand’s SEC raids World’s iris scanning site over unlicensed WLD token operations, raising legal concerns for Sam Altman’s digital identity project.
Can the biggest Bitcoin whales really decide when the market turns green or red?
Whales still move prices, but ETF flows, exchange liquidity, and macro shifts now decide Bitcoin’s daily color.
Bitcoin treasuries can earn more Bitcoin, says Willem Schroé
Corporate Bitcoin reserves now rival ETFs, and Botanix Labs founder Willem Schroé wants to turn those dormant holdings into active, yield-generating assets.
JPMorgan reportedly plans to let clients borrow against their Bitcoin and Ether
This could make Bitcoin and Ether more attractive to institutional investors seeking to maximize the utility of their assets.
Bitcoin-only app Relai gets EU green light under MiCA
Switzerland’s BTC-only investment app, Relai, obtained a MiCA license in France, aiming to bring Bitcoin to as many people as possible.
Valve’s Counter-Strike 2 update crashes $5.8B economy, revives NFT debate
A major update to Counter-Strike 2’s item mechanics wiped nearly $2 billion from its $5.8 billion skin market, igniting debate over central control in gaming.