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CFTC issues warning over risky prediction market ‘mention’ contracts

CFTC warns prediction market mention contracts pose high manipulation risk due to reliance on unverifiable personal conduct.

NYSE Taps Blockchain.com to Reach Investors With Tokenized Stocks

NYSE Taps Blockchain.com to Reach investors with tokenized stocks and ETFs on a new 24/7 digital platform, expanding market access.

Near Protocol Token Rises 80% Amid Privacy Features

Near Protocol's native token surged 80% as the network enhanced its privacy features for perpetual futures trading, outperforming the crypto market.

Coinbase Files Application for Single-Stock Perpetual Futures

Coinbase Files application to CFTC for single-stock perpetual futures in the US, introducing a crypto trading instrument to individual equities.

CFTC submits crypto market regulation plan for White House review

CFTC submits crypto market regulation plan to White House for review, advancing its oversight strategy for digital assets.

Bitwise to Close Dogecoin ETF Before Its First Anniversary

Bitwise announced it will close its Dogecoin ETF, BWOW, less than a year after launch. Bitwise to Close Dogecoin ETF fund ceases trading Oct 14.

EU finance groups push to remove tokenized securities cap

EU financial groups urge removal of proposed 100 billion euro tokenized securities cap, suggesting a minimum of 500 billion euro if a cap is maintained.

George Santos Banned by Kalshi for Market Manipulation

Kalshi banned George Santos and fined him $71,356 for market manipulation concerning his State of the Union attendance contract, earning $17,839.57.

Kraken Integrates with SoFi Exchange Network, Lists SoFiUSD

Kraken integrates with the SoFi Exchange Network, listing SoFiUSD stablecoin to enhance crypto transactions and expand digital asset offerings.

Bitcoin reclaims $80K amid DXY decline and yen intervention

Bitcoin reclaims $80K, surpassing $81K as DXY declines due to yen intervention. A weaker dollar historically supports Bitcoin price increases.

Russia’s Sberbank Sees $46 Billion in Crypto Trading Volume

Russia's Sberbank anticipates significant cryptocurrency trading growth, projecting $46.43 billion in the first year and $87 billion by 2029 under new regulations. The bank plans to accept Ethereum and USDT as loan collateral, pending central bank approval. These initiatives align with Russia's new crypto law taking effect September 1, which governs trading, custody, and cross-border payments, while prohibiting domestic crypto payments. The Bank of Russia has approved Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT for public trading. Sberbank's expansion into crypto-backed lending addresses market demand in a high-interest-rate environment.

BitGo Buys NYDIG’s Institutional Trading, Expands Offerings

BitGo has acquired NYDIG's institutional trading business in a two-step merger valued at approximately $42.5 million, expanding its derivatives, financing, and capital-markets offerings for professional clients.

BitGo Buys NYDIG’s Institutional Trading, Expands Offerings

BitGo has acquired NYDIG's institutional trading business in a two-step merger valued at approximately $42.5 million, expanding its derivatives, financing, and capital-markets offerings for professional clients.

BitGo Buys NYDIG’s Institutional Trading, Expands Offerings

BitGo has acquired NYDIG's institutional trading business in a two-step merger valued at approximately $42.5 million, expanding its derivatives, financing, and capital-markets offerings for professional clients.

Charles Schwab Expands Crypto Trading Beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum

Charles Schwab Expands crypto trading to include Solana, Avalanche, and Chainlink, building on its existing Bitcoin and Ethereum offerings. The firm will charge a 0.75% fee per trade, aiming to provide clients with more digital asset choices and educational resources. This move follows earlier plans to enter the market once regulatory clarity emerged, with a phased rollout initiated in May.

Bitcoin in new bull market, but $83K remains key

Bitcoin has entered the initial phase of a new bull market, with its price surpassing $80,000 following a 24% rally. Analytics firm CryptoQuant reported an increase in its Bull Score to 80, the highest since October 2025, indicating bullish sentiment across key on-chain and demand indicators. A weekly close above the 365-day moving average, currently around $83,000, is deemed necessary to confirm a sustained new bull market. However, CryptoQuant also warned of potential short-term overheating due to rising trader profits, significant whale profit-taking, and increased exchange deposits.