Crypto Derivatives Pioneer BitMEX to Sunset Operations
BitMEX, the exchange that transformed global digital asset trading by inventing the perpetual swap, has announced a complete wind-down of operations following a strategic business review…
S&P and Pantera Debut Revenue-Weighted Crypto Index
S&P Dow Jones Indices and Pantera Capital have introduced a new digital asset index that screens networks based on generated protocol revenue and verifiable cash flow.
Digital Asset Adds Shinhan and Standard Chartered to Oversubscribed Funding Round
Digital Asset has expanded its $355 million funding round, bringing in South Korea’s Shinhan Financial Group and Standard Chartered’s SC Ventures to accelerate Canton's deployment across…
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London Stock Exchange Plans Overnight Trading Platform Launch for 2027 to Counter Crypto Competition
To counter growing competition from 24/7 crypto venues and tokenized asset platforms, the London Stock Exchange is preparing a dedicated night-trading venue for 2027.
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Japanese Logistics Giant Adopts JPYC Stablecoin for Driver Payouts
Corporate digital settlement is taking root in Japan’s transportation sector. A major logistics provider is deploying yen stablecoins to eliminate transfer fees and streamline payments for independent drivers.
Tom Lee’s BitMine Adds 27,801 ETH as Holdings Reach 5.77 Million Tokens
BitMine Immersion Technologies added 27,801 ETH during the past week, bringing its Ethereum holdings to 5.77 million tokens, or roughly 4.8% of the total supply.
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Revolut Links Crypto Exchange with Native AI Assistants
Revolut is bringing artificial intelligence directly to its order books. Users can now deploy sophisticated market strategies using conversational text prompts.
Former BOJ Official Warns Policy Rates Could Cross 2% to Combat Currency Slide
Global macro structures are shifting as Japan fights unprecedented currency depreciation. A former central banker warns that aggressive monetary tightening could soon push Japan's benchmark interest…
SEC Prioritizes Crypto Regulation and Safe Harbors in 2026 Agenda
The SEC has formally added clear, compliance-driven crypto rules to its 2026 agenda, aiming to establish safe harbors and onshore market structures.
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Base Activates Native B20 Token Standard for RWA Issuance
Coinbase-backed layer-2 network Base is expanding its institutional capability. By launching the native B20 asset framework on mainnet, the protocol eliminates custom contract deployment hurdles for enterprise asset issuers.