Russia is considering launching an experimental cryptocurrency trading platform for “super-qualified” investors as a way of providing a controlled framework for digital asset transactions. According to state news agency Interfax, Aleksey Yakovlev, head of the Ministry of Finance’s financial policy department, confirmed that discussions are underway to establish the initiative. ...
Chris Burniske, co-founder of Placeholder, sees the recent crypto downturn as a natural market correction rather than the end of the bull cycle. He argues that while fears of further declines persist, similar doubts have accompanied every major market bottom in crypto history. Burniske believes many investors are capitulating at ...
Samson Mow, CEO of Jan3Com, has weighed in on U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent proposal for a Strategic Bitcoin/Crypto Reserve, casting doubt on whether altcoins like XRP, Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and Ethereum (ETH) will be included. Trump recently stated that he would direct a working group to move forward ...
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the formation of a Crypto Task Force and a series of roundtables to address key regulatory concerns in the cryptocurrency industry. The “Spring Sprint Toward Crypto Clarity” initiative will begin on March 21 with an inaugural session titled “How We Got ...
Crypto traders are reducing long positions amid growing market uncertainty, influenced by escalating trade war concerns and the Federal Reserve's firm stance. This has led to a notable decline in futures open interest, indicating a shift in investor sentiment. A report from Matrixport highlights a significant drop in open interest ...
U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to establish a Crypto Strategic Reserve to position the United States as a global leader in digital assets. The reserve will include Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano, which immediately triggered a surge in cryptocurrency prices. In a series of posts on Truth ...
Cryptocurrency hacks surged in February 2025, with losses reaching $1.53 billion—an 18-fold increase from the same period last year. According to a report from security firm Immunefi, the total losses for the year now stand at approximately $1.6 billion, already exceeding the entire amount recorded in 2024. The report revealed ...
Ukraine is advancing toward legalizing its cryptocurrency market, with officials reportedly considering up to an 18% tax on crypto earnings. According to a local news outlet, many in Ukraine’s crypto community favour a 5% tax on income, but the government is leaning toward standard rates—an 18% personal income tax plus ...
Gemini, the crypto firm founded by the Winklevoss twins, is no longer facing scrutiny from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Co-founder Cameron Winklevoss revealed that the SEC decided against taking enforcement action nearly 700 days after launching its investigation and 277 days after issuing a Wells Notice. In ...
Crypto job growth surged in 2024, with an 80% increase in roles compared to the previous year, according to Zackary Skelly, head of talent at Dragonfly Capital. In a February 25 X thread, Skelly revealed that companies in his firm’s portfolio added 788 jobs in Q4 2024, a sharp rise ...
