The move follows Webull’s crypto trading launch in Brazil last month and is part of a broader push to expand digital asset offerings globally. The company explained that the arrangement will see Webull Pay Inc., the parent company of Webull Pay LLC, become a subsidiary of Webull Corporation (NASDAQ: BULL). The transaction has been approved…
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The cryptocurrency exchange explained in a press release that the products are designed to replicate the functionality of global perpetual futures while remaining fully compliant with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulations. Perpetual futures are said to dominate international crypto markets, accounting for more than 90% of trading activity in some estimates. However, such…
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The MiCA framework, which became fully applicable in December 2024, represents a watershed moment for the crypto industry in Europe. It aims to provide a harmonized regulatory structure, fostering innovation while simultaneously safeguarding consumers and investors, and combating money laundering and other illicit activities. By achieving this milestone, Kraken has not only validated its commitment…
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The HKMA's Stablecoin Ordinance is expected to provide much-needed regulatory clarity, potentially fostering greater institutional adoption of stablecoins like USDC. This move aligns with similar regulatory efforts in the United States, where lawmakers have been actively working towards establishing a comprehensive legal framework for stablecoins. These developments are viewed as crucial steps in legitimizing stablecoins…
Read moreUnveiled at Coinbase’s State of Crypto Conference, the card will be issued by First Electronic Bank and provided in partnership with fintech firm Cardless. Coinbase added that it will be available exclusively to U.S.-based members of Coinbase One. The full launch is expected this autumn. Will Stredwick, senior vice president of Global Network Services at…
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The new service, launched in partnership with crypto asset platform Uphold, is said to be fully integrated into IG’s existing infrastructure, allowing customers to trade cryptocurrencies alongside stocks, indices, ETFs, commodities and FX within a single platform. “This is a huge moment for IG and a major milestone in the UK's crypto journey,” said Michael…
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The deal brings Bitstamp’s long-established crypto exchange into Robinhood’s portfolio, adding retail and institutional customers across the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Asia. Founded in 2011, Bitstamp holds more than 50 active licences and registrations globally and operates offices in Luxembourg, the U.K., Slovenia, Singapore and the U.S. The acquisition gives…
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The move expands their suite of benchmarks to cover over 96% of the investible cryptocurrency market. The new indices, which are not tied to tradable futures products, aim to provide transparent, reliable pricing for institutional investors and other market participants. "Our new benchmarks are designed to provide clear and transparent pricing data to a broad…
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The collaboration is said to form part of Project DAMA 2, a multi-chain asset servicing pilot aimed at streamlining how asset managers manage and support tokenised funds and investor interactions. The initiative is expected to integrate Machine Learning and Large Language Models into asset servicing workflows, enabling increased speed, transparency and precision through explainable AI.…
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The move is said to allow Binance users in Brazil to instantly convert over 100 cryptocurrencies into reais to pay merchants or transfer funds to any Pix-compatible account. Transactions are completed within seconds, which Binance says helps to bring “crypto into everyday life and make it easier for users to spend digital assets in real-world…
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