Finance
Coinbase has obtained an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), enabling retail derivatives trading in a tightly regulated market. The approval positions the exchange to directly compete with traditional brokers in one of Asia-Pacific’s fastest-evolving crypto jurisdictions. The license was granted to Coinbase’s local entity and allows it to
Finance
Morgan Stanley will launch its spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) on April 8, entering a market that has already جذبed over $74 billion in inflows. The move marks the first time a major U.S. commercial bank directly offers a Bitcoin ETF, signaling deeper institutional integration. A New York Stock
Politics
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) acknowledged misinterpretations in seven crypto enforcement cases, marking a rare institutional reversal. The admission signals a potential shift in how regulators assess digital asset compliance and investor protection. In a statement released Tuesday, the SEC said it had pursued 95 actions tied
Markets
Bitcoin climbed 4.3% to $71,695 late Tuesday, marking its strongest level since mid-March. The move signals a rapid shift in risk appetite as geopolitical tensions briefly eased across global markets. The rally followed a White House announcement that the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire.
Politics
Calls to invoke the 25th Amendment against President Donald Trump emerged Tuesday amid escalating tensions over Iran. The backlash highlights growing divisions within his political base during a period of heightened geopolitical risk. Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, alongside media figures Alex Jones and Candace Owens, publicly urged removal, citing
Politics
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has proposed a 191-page rule to regulate stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act framework. The move marks a significant step toward formalizing oversight as stablecoins integrate deeper into financial systems. The proposal, approved Tuesday, sets requirements for reserve assets, risk management, and operational standards for
DeFi
A Solana-based decentralized exchange urged users to withdraw funds after identifying a potential link to a North Korean developer. The alert triggered immediate concerns over insider risk and protocol security. Stabble issued emergency posts on Tuesday asking liquidity providers to remove assets “instantly,” citing precautionary measures. The warning followed claims
Markets
Even small crypto allocations can materially increase portfolio risk, according to new research from Charles Schwab. The finding underscores how volatility in digital assets can quickly dominate overall performance. The $12 trillion asset manager outlined two primary approaches to crypto investing in a report published Monday. The return-based method focuses
Politics
U.S. lawmakers are pressing regulators over prediction markets offering bets tied to military events. The push signals rising scrutiny as these platforms expand into sensitive geopolitical territory. House Democrats, led by Representatives Seth Moulton and Jim McGovern, sent a letter Tuesday to Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Michael
What “HODL” Really Means If you’ve spent time around crypto, you’ve likely seen the word “HODL.” At first glance, it looks like a typo. In reality, it’s one of the most recognizable ideas in cryptocurrency investing. HODL simply means holding onto your crypto instead of selling it,
AI
Meta plans a phased release of new AI models, with only partial open-source access in the initial stage. The approach signals a shift as competition intensifies and companies reassess how much of their technology to expose. The company will release certain model components publicly while keeping more advanced capabilities proprietary
AI
JPMorgan plans to spend $19.8 billion on technology in 2026, with artificial intelligence at the core of its strategy. The scale of investment highlights how quickly major banks are accelerating AI deployment across core operations. CEO Jamie Dimon said AI adoption could outpace previous technological shifts, including the internet