In wake of crypto’s leverage wipeout, SEC approves ‘SUI-on-steroids’ ETF

The SEC approved a 2x leveraged ETF tied to SUI as regulators warn that excessive leverage continues to amplify volatility across crypto markets.
Deutsche Börse joins Kraken in ambitious push to unify digital markets

Kraken and Deutsche Börse plan to connect foreign exchange, tokenized stocks and Eurex derivatives in a phased rollout targeting institutional clients.
Fin lands $17M for stablecoin payments app built by ex-Citadel team: Report

Fin, founded by two former Citadel engineers, raised capital to launch a stablecoin app for cross-border payments as banks and fintechs expand into digital assets.
Crypto bounces but weak US macro data, AI uncertainty threaten the recovery

Cryptocurrencies show strength despite investors’ concerns about the AI industry and weak US labor and consumer data. Would an acceleration of money printing boost Bitcoin?
Crypto M&A deals hit an all-time high in 2025, blowing past $8.6B

Crypto deals activity surged to record levels this year, even as the industry continued to face significant market turbulence and macroeconomic headwinds.
Taiwan eyes 2026 stablecoin launch as crypto legislation advances: Report

A Taiwan-issued stablecoin pegged to either the country’s dollar or the US dollar could enter the market in the second half of 2026 based on related legislation.
Binance’s new ‘Junior’ app gets mixed reactions over kids entering crypto

Binance’s new Junior app aims to bring supervised crypto use to minors, prompting both praise for early education and criticism over child targeting.
Japan’s new crypto tax could wake ‘sleeping giant’ of retail investors

The crypto industry in Japan is poised for a surge in growth among retail investors, observers say, as the government plans to introduce a moderate 20% tax.
Crypto treasuries lead stock recovery after shaky start to December

Digital asset treasury stocks surged Tuesday, with Ether-focused firms leading gains up to 12.35% as crypto markets rebounded from the sell-off.
BlackRock’s top brass says tokenization will bridge crypto and finance

BlackRock is the largest asset manager in the world, with over $13.4 trillion in assets under management, and the largest tokenized cash market fund, worth $2.8 billion.