Recovered from the SITE123 blog, Aug 2026. Imported as drafts for review.
Binance is re-emerging as the leading exchange for Bitcoin spot trading, according to new data from analytics firm Alphractal. After months of losing ground, Binance’s share of BTC spot volume has climbed to nearly 45%, its highest level since late 2023. Alphractal CEO Joao Wedson suggests this shift could be a positive sign for Bitcoin’s … Read more
Michael Saylor of Strategy has joined a growing chorus of voices calling for the U.S. to establish a clear crypto taxonomy. Saylor believes that formal definitions are needed to clarify what constitutes a digital security versus a commodity, and under what circumstances a traditional security can be tokenized. He noted that without such a framework, … Read more
The legal battle between Ripple and the SEC is on hold, but rumors of an imminent resolution are heating up. Although some speculate that the SEC might dismiss the case today following a closed-door meeting, experts are advising caution. The case is currently paused by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals as the SEC considers … Read more
South Korean financial regulators are scrutinizing new crypto lending and margin trading services offered by the nation’s two largest exchanges, Upbit and Bithumb. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) and Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) have expressed serious concerns over the high leverage ratios, which they believe pose significant risks to investors and may violate existing lending … Read more
A recent Deloitte survey for the second quarter of 2025 reveals a significant shift in corporate finance, with 99% of CFOs from billion-dollar enterprises planning to integrate cryptocurrency into their business strategies. This trend shows a move away from short-term “crypto hype” towards a long-term strategic view of digital assets. The survey, which polled 200 … Read more
Visa is significantly expanding its support for cryptocurrency settlements by integrating new stablecoins and blockchains. According to a recent press release, the payments giant is adding three new stablecoins: Global Dollar (USDG) and PayPal USD (PYUSD) through a partnership with Paxos, and EURC, a euro-backed stablecoin from Circle. The company is also broadening its blockchain … Read more
As August 2025 begins, the crypto market is experiencing a cautious altcoin season. Although the Altcoin Season Index is below 40, indicating strong Bitcoin dominance, some altcoins are gaining traction. This selective rotation is highlighting three distinct tokens: Cardano (ADA), Dogwifhat (WIF), and Fartcoin (FART), each representing different market dynamics from utility to pure speculation. … Read more
In the second quarter of 2025, Tether posted massive profits and solidified its position as a major player in global finance, as detailed in a recent audit by BDO. The stablecoin giant now holds over $127 billion in U.S. Treasury securities, making it one of the largest non-state holders of U.S. debt. The audit revealed … Read more
Bitget, a top cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has added Rhea Finance (RHEA) to its Innovation Zone for spot trading. Rhea Finance, a new decentralized liquidity hub on the NEAR Protocol, was created from the merger of Ref Finance and Burrow Finance. Trading for the RHEA/USDT pair began on July 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM … Read more
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled new exchange filings that establish “listing standards” for Exchange-Traded Products (ETPs) backed by cryptocurrencies. These new rules mark a significant shift, potentially accelerating the launch of a wide array of crypto ETPs by removing the need for individual SEC clearance for each product, provided they meet … Read more