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Exchanges and trading infrastructure: listings, licences, compliance decisions and operational incidents. The focus is official venue statements and regulator actions, not reserve rumours.
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Kraken links liquidity provider rebates to volume share
Kraken described a program where liquidity provider rebate tiers are tied to volume share.
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Para States Competition Among AI Agent Payment Standards
Para believes Coinbase x402, Google, and Stripe will occupy different segments of AI agent payments.
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Kraken and SoFi Link Crypto Trading To Banking Rails
Kraken and SoFi announced an agreement related to banking services, payments, and digital asset markets.
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Bybit Pay integrates Mesh for payments from exchange balances
Bybit Pay links digital asset payments to user balances through integration with Mesh
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Kraken Adds JTO, GRASS, and WLFI to Margin Trading
Kraken has expanded the list of assets and pairs available for margin trading on Kraken Pro, bringing the total number of markets to more than 250.
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Kraken: IPO plans since 2021 have not led to a listing
Kraken has discussed an IPO since 2021, but the listing has not yet taken place
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Kraken Prime uses cross-venue order routing
Kraken Prime describes real-time order routing between venues
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Kraken Connects to SoFi's Settlement Network and Adds SoFiUSD
Kraken joins SoFi's settlement network and adds SoFiUSD, but details of the agreement remain undisclosed.
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Ukrainian Authorities Expose Kyiv Group Operating Fake Crypto Exchange
A group in Kyiv has been uncovered, directing users from the EU via Telegram ads to a fake crypto exchange.
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Payward delays IPO to at least the second quarter of 2027
Kraken operator previously confidentially filed for U.S. listing but postponed offering amid difficult market conditions.
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Coinbase launches regulated crypto derivatives in Canada
Coinbase has offered Canadian traders regulated perpetual and dated futures with leverage of up to 10 times.
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Anthony Armstrong Joins Coinbase Board of Directors
Former CFO of xAI, X.AI Corp., and X Corp. joins Coinbase board, but appointment details remain undisclosed.
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Kraken raised ETH/USD margin leverage to 20x on Kraken Pro
Kraken announced the availability of a new leverage range in the existing ETH/USD margin scenario on Kraken Pro.
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BitMart and BitMEX Announced the Closure of Operations
BitMart and BitMEX announced the closure of operations amid discussions of alternatives to centralized exchanges
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London Stock Exchange explores tokenized stocks with Kraken
The exchange operator, according to Cointelegraph citing the Financial Times, is exploring access to tokenized UK company shares in 24/5 mode.
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Robinhood Chain достигла $1,49 млрд объёма DEX-торгов за сутки
The new Arbitrum-based network has entered the ranks of leaders in DEX trading volume, and Pons has become the largest recipient of launchpad fees.
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Russia's Largest Bank Estimates Crypto Trading at $46 Billion
Russia's largest bank linked the first year after potential legalization to a trading volume exceeding $46 billion on regulated crypto exchanges.
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Binance adds options on 1 000 US stocks and ETFs
Binance expanded its offering of instruments on US stocks and ETFs amid a sharp surge in perpetual futures volume on traditional assets.
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London Stock Exchange and Payward bring British stocks to the blockchain
London Stock Exchange and Payward are working to transfer the largest British shares to the blockchain, but project details remain undisclosed.
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Hyperliquid in Talks to Bring Crypto Perps to US Market
Hyperliquid is discussing access to the US market via regulated Bitnomial, linked to Kraken's parent company.
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Metaplanet moves 10 270 BTC to Coinbase Prime
Japanese company moves volume exceeding 29% of its declared bitcoin reserves to Coinbase Prime.
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Solana voters approve slower issuance of new coins
Solana voters approve a slower pace of new coin issuance, but SOL remains an inflationary asset.
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Solana validators approve doubling disinflation pace
В голосовании за SGP-0002 приняли участие 176,29 млн SOL против 66,19 млн, а валидатор Kraken перед финалом сменил позицию по примерно 8,1 млн SOL.
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Bitcoin is trading at a premium on Coinbase again
Indicator turned positive for the first time since May, but data is insufficient to conclude market direction.
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CZ at Bitcoin Asia said Bitcoin's future is at around $1 million
The Binance founder made a bold statement at Bitcoin Asia, but available data do not reveal his argument or timing.
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Kraken unveiled updated Prime interface for API-free operations
Kraken described an updated interface for executing trades, settlements, access control and order management without API.
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Deribit Will Discontinue Publication of the Proof of Reserves Page
Deribit stated that as of September 1, 2026, it will discontinue publication of the Proof of Reserves page amid changes to the wallet infrastructure and Coinbase integration.
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Binance: CZ and Yi He adopted Homer and Marge aliases for meetings
Co-founders used pseudonyms Homer and Marge in working meetings, reports CoinDesk.
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Franklin Templeton Lists Tokenized Fund on HashKey
Franklin Templeton's tokenized money market fund has appeared on the Earn channel of the Hong Kong exchange HashKey.
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Coinbase and Better expand access to tokenized mortgages
Coinbase and Better have expanded access to token-backed mortgages for Coinbase One members.
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Coinbase again threatens to leave California over taxes
Coinbase CEO criticized California's billionaire tax plan; details of a potential company exit remain unclear.
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Bitwise launches tokenized stock portfolios by theme
Bitwise has rolled out thematic tokenized stock portfolios backed by Coinbase and implemented via Glider.
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Kraken Pro Connects Trading via TradingView Terminal
Kraken announced access to trading through TradingView after connecting a Kraken Pro account.
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Crypto exchange volumes double in five days amid market rebound
Trading volumes surged over five days, but available data does not reveal the causes or sustainability of the movement.
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Coinbase launches tokenized stocks on Base network
Coinbase has launched digital versions of Apple, Nvidia, Meta, and Alphabet stocks on Base under its Abu Dhabi structure.
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Kraken introduced a game in Kraken Pro with a 1 BTC giveaway
Kraken Blog described a free daily game in Kraken Pro featuring a 10-second Bitcoin prediction and a chance to participate in a 1 BTC giveaway.
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Binance Connects AI Tools to Crypto Markets
Binance is connecting external AI tools to crypto markets while maintaining a barrier between them and user funds.
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BitMart weighs partial restart and creditor payouts weeks after announcing shutdown
The exchange has hired White & Case, and a detailed restructuring roadmap is promised by September 9.
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Arrest in UAE again raises questions about Binance client accounts
The arrest in the UAE has again brought attention to the accounts where Binance client deposits are held.
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Binance says employees questioned in UAE cleared and released
Exchange employees provided explanations to UAE authorities regarding the movement of funds through a client account and were released.
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Binance: Two Employees Detained in the UAE Amid Police Inquiries Into Possible Financial Crimes
Available information does not reveal the circumstances of the detentions, the status of investigations, or possible charges.
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MANTRA drops 18% following MANTRA Chain halt
The MANTRA token hit a new low amid the MANTRA Chain halt, while exchanges suspended deposits and withdrawals.
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Payward explores becoming a ‘full bank’ outside the US
Mother company Kraken expands into banking, lending and asset management, but project timelines and jurisdictions are not disclosed.
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Binance opens AI agents access to crypto trading
Binance introduced Agent OS to give AI agents access to market data, trading operations and payments with user-imposed restrictions.
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Coinbase CEO Armstrong Names Bitcoin Range by 2030
The head of Coinbase voiced a long-term valuation for Bitcoin and commented on the direction of cryptocurrency legislation in the US.
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Kraken Announces Commodities Cup promotion with a fund of 10 000 USDG
Kraken Blog reported the Commodities Cup promotion with trading oil, natural gas, and copper and a fund of 10 000 USDG; the offer rules are not disclosed in the available synopsis.
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CoinRoutes Adds Deribit Options to Trading Platform
CoinRoutes has added support for Deribit options on its multi-asset trading platform, but integration details remain undisclosed.
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DefiLlama Describes Crypto Exchange Gate's Reserve Position
DefiLlama Research compared Gate's on-chain reserves with the exchange's broader accounting, but available data is insufficient for independent verification of the findings.
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Strategy up by 12%, Coinbase up by 9% after Bitcoin
Stocks Strategy and Coinbase rise sharply as Bitcoin moves toward $70 000
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Base Narrows Accelerator to 10 Startups in AI and Finance
Base is selecting 10eams for an accelerator focused on AI agents and financial products.
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Coinbase Adds Perpetual Futures to Base App via Hyperliquid
Coinbase has added perpetual futures to the Base App through Hyperliquid
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Coinbase, Circle and Bullish Rise Ahead of Clarity Act Vote
Shares of Coinbase and Bullish gained about 8%, while Circle rose nearly 10% ahead of a procedural vote on the Clarity Act.
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Kraken Launches Bitcoin Trading Challenge with 1 BTC Prize
Kraken Blog describes a month-long Bitcoin trading contest featuring a unified leaderboard and a total prize pool of 1 BTC.
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Bybit Claims AI Helped Save 700illion
Bybit links AI to saving $700illion following a hacker attack
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Kraken Adds U.S. Stocks and Their Tokens in Europe
According to CoinDesk, Kraken has combined traditional U.S. stocks and their tokenized versions for European clients on a single regulated platform.
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Krak ordered a survey of Americans about banks and cards
Krak presented a survey of Americans about traditional banks, loyalty and credit/debit cards, and financial products, but the specific results are not disclosed in the available description.
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Upbit and Bithumb Face Revenue Decline in Korea
Upbit and Bithumb are encountering a revenue drop amidst a broader downturn among South Korean crypto companies.
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Kraken increased maximum leverage in Kraken Prop to 10x
Kraken reported an increase in available leverage in Kraken Prop to 10x, without changing the current process for existing participants and those undergoing evaluation.
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Kraken Opens US Stock and xStock Trading for EEA Customers
Kraken announced access for EEA customers to thousands of US stocks and over 100 xStocks within a single multi-asset service.
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Kraken launches US stock trading in EEA countries
Kraken has opened US stock trading for eligible customers across all countries in the European Economic Area, according to a report by The Block.
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Binance plans to seek FCA license in the UK
According to Cointelegraph, Binance intends to pursue an FCA license following a ban on regulated services in the UK.
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Compound Foundation Receives $52 Budget for Institutional Lending
The DAO approved a two-year, $52illion budget for the Compound Foundation's institutional credit initiative.
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Binance, According to Protos, Transferred Customer Data to Russia
Protos reported the transfer of customer information following Binance's announced exit from Russia in 2023.
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ABFinance Shuts Down Crypto Exchange, Becoming Fourth in Six Weeks
ABFinance has become the fourth crypto exchange to shut down in six weeks; reasons for the closure remain undisclosed.
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Deribit Begins Routing Spot Pairs to Coinbase Exchange
Deribit has begun gradually routing select spot pairs to Coinbase Exchange, starting with BNB-USDC.
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Hyperliquid Processed Nearly $200illion in Perpetual Volume Over 30 Days
Hyperliquid has achieved significant perpetual contract trading volumes, but details regarding institutional constraints remain undisclosed.
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Binance handed over client data to Russian authorities for terrorism case: Report
Cointelegraph, citing Reuters, reported that Binance transferred transaction records and client documents to Russian authorities.
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Binance Handed Russia Data Linked to Donor's Arrest
CoinDesk linked Binance's data transfer to the arrest of a Ukrainian donor; the exchange cites cooperation with lawful requests.
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Binance: Gen Z chooses ETFs and trades less than older groups
Binance data link Gen Z to greater share of ETF, less frequent trades and lower use of leverage.
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Payward сообщил о росте выручки до $508 млн во втором квартале
Payward reported growth in adjusted revenue and funded accounts amid a decline in trading volume.
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Gemini Incurs $108illion Loss Amid Prediction Market Growth
Gemini shares fell following a 108illion loss, even as trading volume on its prediction market nearly doubled.
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Baltimore Files Lawsuit Against Kalshi Prediction Markets
Baltimore challenges the operation of prediction markets in sports betting; the complaint names Kalshi and three partners.
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Baltimore Sues Kalshi and Polymarket Over Betting
Baltimore has filed a lawsuit against prediction market operators and trading platforms over alleged illegal sports betting.
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Bullish Lifts Shares 10% with Growth in Adjusted EBITDA
Bullish shares rose approximately 10% amid growth in adjusted EBITDA and record revenue from subscriptions and services.
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BitMart: Terence Lee Resigns as Chief Product Officer
Terence Lee's departure has fueled speculation about the cryptocurrency exchange's status, but there is no confirmation of insolvency.
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Kraken Supports LBTC's Transition to Bitwise Strategy
LBTC changes its yield source: from Bitcoin staking to a Bitwise covered call strategy with a 2,5% annual target.
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Derive Provides XRP Holders Access to Options via FXRP
The integration of Derive and Flare FXRP enables XRP holders to access options without directly depositing tokens on a centralized exchange.
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Binance bStocks Surpasses xStocks Among Tokenized Stock Issuers
Binance bStocks has taken second place among tokenized stock issuers, slightly edging out Kraken's xStocks.
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Mirae Asset to inject additional $35illion into Korbit crypto exchange following July acquisition: report
Following its purchase of 97,15% of Korbit, Mirae Asset plans to invest an additional 35illion in the exchange, reports The Block.
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ASX: Shareholder Prepares Lawsuit Against Former Directors Over CHESS
An ASX shareholder plans to sue former directors following the failure of the CHESS blockchain upgrade and the exchange's admission of misleading the market.
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Kraken adds S&P 500o funded trading program
Kraken расширила программу финансируемой торговли за счёт круглосуточного доступа к S&P 500 и назвала сырьевые товары следующим направлением.
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Solana Foundation Backed a Competing Platform
The founder of Flash.Trade linked the exchange's closure to the foundation's support of a competing project.
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Harmony Patches Vulnerabilities and Suspends Bridge Following ONE Mint Claim
Harmony closed two vulnerabilities, requested exchanges to block four wallets, and suspended its bridge; the scale of the ONE mint remains unconfirmed.
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Bitwise Cuts 14% of Staff Amid Crypto Slump
Bitwise has become the latest crypto company to report layoffs against the backdrop of an industry-wide downturn.
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Metaplanet перевела 3 881 BTC между своими кошельками
Metaplanet moved 3 881 BTC between wallets it controls, not to an exchange
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Kraken Raises BTC/USD Margin Leverage to 20x on Kraken Pro
Kraken announced a new maximum leverage limit for BTC/USD margin positions, though detailed terms remain undisclosed.
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North Korea Now Leans on Crime Networks to Launder Stolen Crypto: RUSI
According to Decrypt's summary, mixing stolen funds with fraud proceeds complicates the verification of cryptocurrency flows.
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Coinbase launches derivatives for professional clients in the UK
Coinbase has begun offering perpetual contracts, futures, and options to professional clients in the UK after obtaining a MiFID license.
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BitMart: Founder Denies Exit Scam Allegations Amid Withdrawal Delays
BitMart founder denies allegations, but users continue to report withdrawal delays.
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OFAC Sanctions Shelbit and Aban Tether
Elliptic Insights reported on OFAC sanctions against Shelbit and Aban Tether, linking funds from the Central Bank of Iran and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to Shelbit.
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Coinsbuy loses approximately $8illion in coordinated attack on TRON and Ethereum
On-chain analysis linked the fund withdrawal to a single attacker, but the method of the attack has not yet been established.
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Japan's Financial Services Agency urged exchanges to delay withdrawals to fight scams
Japanese authorities also advocated registering addresses, individual limits, and enhanced authentication.
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Is Justin Sun mixing HTX’s reserves with Poloniex?
Protos reports a possible transfer of part of HTX’s reserves to Poloniex, but available materials do not confirm the scale and reasons of the operations.
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‘Applesauce’: Michigan judge denies Coinbase bid to block state enforcement of sports event contracts
A Michigan court did not support Coinbase's attempt to halt state authorities' actions regarding sports contracts.
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Russia closed nine unregistered crypto exchanges in Moscow
FSB stated that nine unregistered crypto exchanges were closed in Moscow
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CoinShares Triples Tokenized Asset Deposits to $7,4
Tokenized gold, bonds, and index assets grew during a year of declining spot activity on decentralized exchanges.
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FSB reported the detention of 20 people in a case involving crypto exchanges
FSB stated the detention of at least 20 people in a case involving a network that deceived Russian citizens.
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Flash Trade will wind down Solana Perp DEX without a buyer
Flash Trade considers winding down Solana Perp DEX if no buyer is found; potential proceeds from a sale would be distributed to FAF holders.
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Central Bank of Brazil delays large crypto transfers abroad
The Brazilian regulator set a threshold at 10 000 dollars and included smaller operations marked as risky by exchanges in the rule.
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POAP ceases operation after more than five years of existence
POAP ends after more than five years; project used by 46 210 issuers, including Coinbase and American Express.
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Связанная с Ираном биржа отправила Binance $676 млн
Reuters investigation, paraphrased by Unchained, links an unlicensed venue to transfers to Binance and flows totaling at least 4 billion dollars.
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TRM Labs Claims 6,3illion Flowed Through Shelbit
TRM Labs claims to have traced 6,3illion through Shelbit, but independent confirmation is absent from the available material.
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DEXs Capture Record 24% of Spot Crypto Trading as CEX Volumes Sink
DEXs reached a record share of spot trading amid a decline in overall market volume.
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BlockSec Research described five AML obligations for crypto exchanges
BlockSec Research highlighted five AML-compliance directions for crypto exchanges, including registration, customer verification and transaction monitoring.
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BitGo Launches Link to Manage Assets Across Exchanges
BitGo introduced Link for viewing and moving digital assets from its own custody and from centralized exchanges.
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Glassnode Research: Bonds Outpace Crypto Carry for Second Time
Glassnode Research recorded a rare outperformance of Treasury bonds and a lull in the crypto market
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Bitget to restrict accounts of Japanese customers from November 1
Bitget has halted new registrations from Japan and will begin restricting existing accounts starting November 1, reports Cointelegraph.
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Former FTX Users Report Funds Released in $900 Distribution Round
Users of the defunct exchange claim that distribution agents have begun transferring funds for partial reimbursement of 2022 losses.
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Wall Street Analysts Split on Coinbase Recovery Forecasts
The exchange's weak quarterly report triggered lowered price targets, yet expert opinions diverge on the timeline for a recovery in trading activity.
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Kraken Launches Kraken Funded Program for Traders
The exchange offers users the ability to trade with provided capital and keep up to 80% of the profits.
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Kraken Cyprus Receives Award for Contribution to Cyprus Economy
Exchange Kraken reported recognition of its Cyprus division at an international investment forum.
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Fed Decision Headlines Two Weeks of Inflation and Jobs Data
Employment and inflation reports will become the main backdrop for markets following the regulator's meeting.
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Kraken launches API Partner Program to scale platforms
The exchange announced a new initiative aimed at overcoming infrastructure limitations for growing trading venues.
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Kraken Opens Access to Jersey Mike's IPO Before Trading Begins
Crypto exchange users now have the opportunity to participate in the early-stage stock offering of the American sandwich giant.