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Lighter Launches LIT Token, Details Allocation
Ethereum-based perps exchange Lighter has launched its native LIT token, allocating half of the supply to ecosystem growth and incentives.
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Hyperliquid Prepares First HYPE Token Team Distribution
Hyperliquid Labs is set to distribute its first tranche of HYPE tokens to team members, with 1.2 million tokens scheduled to unlock in early January.
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Mirae Asset Weighs Majority Stake in Korbit
South Korea’s Mirae Asset is in talks to acquire a controlling stake in crypto exchange Korbit, marking a potential first move into digital assets for the financial group.
Japan’s Crypto Tax Cut Advances with Narrow Asset Scope
Japan is moving closer to a flat 20% crypto tax rate under its 2026 reform plan, though the lower levy will apply only to assets deemed…
California Billionaire Tax Plan Faces Pushback from Crypto Industry
A proposed California wealth tax targeting billionaires has drawn criticism from crypto founders and investors, who warn it could accelerate capital flight and undermine innovation.
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Upexi Shares Fall After $1 Billion Solana Treasury Filing
Upexi shares declined after the company filed to raise up to $1 billion, signaling plans to expand its Solana treasury amid weaker crypto market conditions.
Hong Kong Advances Licensing Framework for Crypto Trading and Custody
Hong Kong regulators have finalized licensing rules for crypto trading and custody providers, aligning oversight more closely with traditional securities regulation while launching a new consultation…
Former FTX US President Raises $35 Million for Traditional-Asset Perpetuals Exchange
Brett Harrison has raised $35 million for Architect Financial Technologies as the firm builds a regulated perpetual futures exchange focused on traditional financial assets outside the…
Crypto.com Hires Internal Market Maker Team for Prediction Markets
Crypto.com is hiring an internal market-making team for its prediction markets, saying the move is fully disclosed to regulators and designed to improve liquidity without giving…
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Bitget Wallet Integrates Hyperliquid for Onchain Perpetual Trading
Bitget Wallet has integrated Hyperliquid to expand its onchain perpetual trading offering. The move adds lower fees, broader asset coverage, and advanced trading tools within a self-custodial environment.