USDC Overtakes USDT in Adjusted Transaction Volume, Mizuho Says
Circle’s USDC has surpassed Tether’s USDT in adjusted transaction volume in 2026, according to Mizuho analysts, signaling shifting stablecoin usage patterns.
Markets & Trading
The Markets & Trading section delivers real-time insights into crypto price action, market sentiment, liquidity shifts, and trading activity across major digital assets. This category covers technical analysis, macro influences, derivatives trends, exchange flows, and key metrics driving market movement. Readers get timely updates and clear context on the forces shaping crypto trading and overall market direction.
KuCoin Launches Perpetual Futures Linked to Tesla and Strategy Stocks
KuCoin has introduced perpetual futures tied to Tesla and Strategy shares, allowing traders to speculate on equity price movements through crypto-settled derivatives.
HSBC, Standard Chartered Expected to Lead Hong Kong’s First Stablecoin Licenses
Hong Kong regulators are reportedly preparing to issue the city’s first stablecoin licenses, with HSBC and a Standard Chartered-led venture expected among the initial approved issuers.
TOKEN2049 Dubai Postponed to April 2027 amid Regional Security Concerns
By
David Walker
• 3 mins read
Organizers of TOKEN2049 have postponed the Dubai edition of the conference to April 2027 due to regional security concerns affecting travel and logistics.
BlackRock Launches Staked Ethereum ETF Offering Yield and Spot Exposure
By
Michael Turner
• 2 mins read
BlackRock has introduced a Nasdaq-listed staked Ethereum ETF that combines spot ETH exposure with staking rewards. The product expands the firm’s digital asset investment lineup.
Bloomberg Strategist Reiterates $10,000 Bitcoin Scenario as Analysts Push Back
By
Michael Turner
• 3 mins read
A Bloomberg strategist renewed his warning that Bitcoin could fall below $10,000, citing macroeconomic pressures. Other analysts argue that such a decline would require an extreme global liquidity shock.
SEC and CFTC Sign Cooperation Pact on Crypto Oversight
By
Emily Carter
• 3 mins read
The SEC and CFTC signed a memorandum of understanding to coordinate oversight of crypto and other financial markets. The move aims to reduce regulatory overlap and provide clearer guidance for emerging technologies.
Ripple Plans $750M Share Buyback in Tender Offer
By
Daniel Brooks
• 3 mins read
Ripple is reportedly planning a $750 million share buyback through April, valuing the company at about $50 billion. The move reflects continued institutional activity around the firm despite volatility in XRP markets.
New Zealand Regulator Says NZDD Stablecoin Is Not Financial Product
By
Emily Carter
• 1 min read
New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority ruled that the NZDD stablecoin is not a financial product, offering regulatory clarity for a token pegged to the New Zealand dollar.
Strive Allocates $50M to Strategy’s STRC Preferred Stock
By
Michael Turner
• 1 min read
Strive Asset Management has deployed $50 million of its treasury into Strategy’s STRC preferred stock, reflecting growing corporate interest in Bitcoin-linked yield instruments.
Wells Fargo Files WFUSD Trademark for Crypto Services
By
Michael Turner
• 1 min read
Wells Fargo has filed a trademark application for WFUSD, covering crypto trading, payments, staking, and blockchain-based financial services. The move aligns with growing bank interest in digital assets.
Democrats Introduce ‘Death Bets Act’ to Ban War-Related Prediction Markets
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Emily Carter
• 1 min read
Lawmakers propose legislation to ban prediction market contracts tied to death, war, and assassination, citing ethical and national security concerns.
Kalshi Denied Injunction in Ohio Sports Betting Case
By
Emily Carter
• 1 min read
An Ohio federal court rejected Kalshi’s request to block state oversight of its sports betting contracts, citing lack of preemption under federal commodities law.
Ripple Targets April for Australian Financial License Through Acquisition
By
Emily Carter
• 2 mins read
Ripple plans to obtain an Australian Financial Services License through the acquisition of BC Payments Australia, expanding its regulated payments infrastructure in the region.
Tokenized RWAs Reach $23.6B as Demand for 24/7 Markets Grows
By
Matthew Clarke
• 2 mins read
Tokenized real-world assets have grown to $23.6 billion in 2026, led by funds, commodities, and equities as investors seek blockchain-based markets with continuous trading access.