Crypto
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Today · 19 Sept
JPMorgan values Bitcoin at $266,000 and discusses why it trades below gold prices
JPMorgan values Bitcoin at $266,000.
Volksbanken reveal new crypto offerings to attract younger customers
Volksbanken announced new crypto offerings aimed at attracting younger customers.
Bitcoin reaches $80,000 while major US stock indices turn lower and storage-chip stocks rally
Bitcoin rose to $80,000.
Circle Arc launches affecting Ripple XRP and SBI dual-rail strategy
Circle Arc launch puts SBI’s Dual-Rail Strategy in focus
SEC creates regulatory pathway for tokenized stock trading
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued an order creating a regulatory pathway and exemptions for trading venues to offer tokenized representations of U.S. stocks. The decision moves financial markets closer to 24/7 trading, provided specific regulatory conditions are met. Key requirements include preserving shareholder rights and allowing companies to object to the tokenization of their shares.
Yesterday · 18 Sept
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil proposes a reform for crypto taxation.
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil announced a proposed reform for crypto taxation.
Binance responds to US legal action seeking 61 million dollars in cryptocurrency tied to Iranian oil sales
The United States sought 61 million dollars in cryptocurrency tied to Iranian oil sales.
Hanwha financial affiliates sign partnerships with Abu Dhabi entities for digital finance and cross-border payment cooperation.
Hanwha Life Insurance signed a partnership with ADIO to collaborate on digital financial services. Hanwha Asset Management signed a tripartite partnership with ADGM and Hana Financial Group on stablecoins.
Saudi Arabia cancels Europe oil cargoes as market metrics shift
Saudi Arabia canceled Europe's oil cargoes. WTI hit $103. Treasury yields reached 5%.
Binance opens Capital Connect platform to wealthy individual investors
Binance is opening its Capital Connect platform to wealthy individuals for the first time.
New tax transparency rules for cryptocurrency exchanges take effect in 2026 with penalties for non-compliance
Starting in 2026, cryptocurrency exchanges must comply with new transparency rules requiring tax numbers to avoid fines.
Prometheum Capital signs binding MOU with HashKey Digital Asset Group and Velocity Capital
Prometheum Capital signed a binding memorandum of understanding with HashKey Digital Asset Group and Velocity Capital on September 16, 2026.
Ripple joins Velocity with a 10 million dollar extension
Ripple joins Velocity, targeting payment back end with $10 million extension.
Prosecutors reportedly charge two former Robinhood engineers over crypto trades
Prosecutors reportedly charge two former engineers over crypto trades.
Celsius sues BitMEX for 6,360 lost Bitcoin.
Celsius sues BitMEX exchange for 6,360 lost Bitcoin.
Bitcoin ETF outflows reach $450 million following US Senate rejection of CLARITY Act
Bitcoin ETF outflows reached $450 million as the price of Bitcoin fell below $76,000. This follows the US Senate's rejection of the CLARITY Act, a bill intended to regulate cryptocurrency market structure.
Cryptocurrency prices increase following the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate hike.
Crypto prices moved up following the Fed's rate increase on September 17, 2026.
Toss and Korea Minting, Security Printing and ID Card Operating Corp. completed a proof of concept for a blockchain-based public payment infrastructure using Optimism
Toss completed a proof of concept with Korea Minting, Security Printing and ID Card Operating Corp. for a blockchain-based public payment infrastructure.
Cryptocurrency industry donates millions to Republican candidates in legislative elections
The cryptocurrency industry became the top donor in legislative elections with tens of millions in funding for candidates.