Gemini wins CFTC approval for prediction markets
Gemini has received approval for prediction markets in the U.S., with GEMI stock jumping after the news. Gemini has secured approval for a Designated Contract Market license, clearing the way for the exchange to bring regulated prediction markets to U.
CFTC lets crypto collateral take center stage in US derivatives market
The CFTC has launched a pilot program allowing Bitcoin, Ether, and USDC to be used as in-kind collateral in U.S. derivatives markets through registered brokers.
Crypto VC Funding: Paribu acquires CoinMENA for $240m, N3XT bags $72m
The week of November 30 to December 6, 2025, recorded $478.9 million in crypto VC funding across 18 projects. As per the data, Turkish digital asset platform Paribu’s $240 million acquisition of CoinMENA led the funding period.
Altcoin season delayed as Crypto Fear and Greed Index remains in red
The much-anticipated altcoin season remains elusive as the Crypto Fear and Greed Index remains in the fear zone and Bitcoin Dominance continues.
Crypto market slips as liquidations soar, open interest plunges
The crypto market came under pressure on Friday, with Bitcoin and altcoins falling by over 2%.
European authorities dismantle crypto fraud network that laundered over EUR 700m
Years of investigative work by European police teams and cyber specialists spanned across multiple countries and digital platforms. Here’s what they found.
Connecticut hits Kalshi, Robinhood, Crypto.com over sports event contracts
Connecticut orders Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com to halt sports event contracts, classifying them as illegal online gambling despite firms’ claims of CFTC oversight. Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection has issued cease-and-desist orders to Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.
Kraken buys Backed Finance to expand tokenized stock platform
Kraken, the third-largest centralized exchange by volume in the U.S., announced the acquisition of Backed Finance on Tuesday to expand its tokenized stock offering.
US FDIC set to unveil its first GENIUS Act stablecoin guidelines this month
US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Chairman Travis Hill has confirmed that his agency will propose a new application framework for stablecoin issuers later this month.
CZ says ‘Buy Fear, Sell Greed’—Crypto X says ‘Yeah, sure, buddy’
Binance founder CZ has once again waded into crypto philosophy hour. And some of his followers took issue with his latest stance.