Author: James Wilson
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has for the first time authorized spot cryptocurrency trading on federally regulated futures exchanges, opening a new chapter in U.S. oversight of digital assets and providing investors with a safer, domestic alternative to offshore platforms. Summary The CFTC has authorized spot cryptocurrency trading on federally regulated U.S. futures exchanges for the first time. The move brings leveraged retail crypto trades under federal rules, providing U.S. investors with a regulated alternative to offshore platforms. Multiple major exchanges—including CME, Cboe, ICE, and Coinbase—are in talks with the CFTC to launch spot and leveraged crypto products. Acting…
Decentralized perpetual exchange Aster has announced a roadmap for the first half of 2026 that includes the launch of Aster Chain, a custom Layer-1 blockchain designed to support high-volume trading and expand the platform’s infrastructure, according to a company statement. Summary Aster Chain is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2026, with internal testing planned for late 2025, the company said. The blockchain will include Aster Code, a developer toolkit that enables applications to be deployed on the network. TK Aster Chain is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2026, with internal testing planned for late…
Robinhood Markets Inc. stock traded higher in recent sessions, closing Thursday at $137.08 per share, up 2.57%, despite Connecticut regulators issuing a cease-and-desist order related to the company’s prediction market operations, according to market data. Summary Robinhood shares rose in early trading despite a cease-and-desist order from Connecticut regulators. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection cited Robinhood Derivatives, KalshiEX, and Crypto.com for offering contracts without proper licensing. Robinhood emphasized it is a financial technology company, not a bank, noting that customer deposits are held through a partner bank with FDIC coverage, while the state ordered the platform to halt contracts…
21Shares has launched the first leveraged exchange-traded fund linked to the Sui blockchain project, the company announced, with the 2x Leveraged SUI ETF now trading on the Nasdaq following approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Summary The SEC approval marks an expansion of cryptocurrency-related investment products available on traditional U.S. exchanges The new leveraged ETF provides institutional and retail investors with exposure to the Sui ecosystem. 21Shares is also hoping to launch a spot Dogecoin ETF in the U.S. The product, delayed back in September, represents the first ETF tied to the Sui network, according to the company.…
Bitcoin is pressing up against one of its most consequential resistance zones of the cycle, and popular crypto analyst Trader Mayne says the next few days will determine whether bulls reclaim momentum—or watch the rally stall into a lower high. Summary Bitcoin’s ability to clear the heavy confluence zone at $98K–$100K will dictate whether the market stages a final leg higher into year-end or slips back into a broader downtrend. “This remains the critical area for me,” Trader Mayne says. A clean break of the $98K–$100K band could flip those odds—and potentially ignite the last major rally of the cycle.…
The XRP price retreated after hitting a crucial resistance level following Ripple Labs’ recent GTreasury acquisition. Summary The XRP price pulled back after hitting a crucial resistance level. Ripple Labs closed the $1 billion GTreasury buyout. All spot XRP ETFs are nearing the $1 billion asset milestone. Ripple (XRP) token retreated to a low of $2.1215 from the week’s high of $2.2245. It remains ~42% below the year-to-date high of $3.6680. Ripple Labs closed that recent $1 billion buyout of GTreasury, a 40-year-old company that helps institutions manage their treasuries well. The company hopes that the buyout will enable its…
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. A project can spend $500,000 on legal opinions, have a fully doxxed team, and pass every AML check in Singapore. It can still drain to zero in twelve seconds because of a math error in line 40 of its smart contract. This is the reality of modern crypto regulation and compliance. Summary Regulatory compliance keeps bad actors out but doesn’t guard against the real causes of loss in crypto — operational failures, supply-chain attacks, and technical incompetence…
Bitcoin price continues to struggle below the $94,000 resistance zone, with weakening momentum and rising downside risk suggesting a potential move toward the next major support at $78,430. Summary BTC consolidates below $94,000 with strong resistance from multiple indicators. Weak bullish volume increases the probability of a rejection. Losing the point of control may trigger a move toward $78,430 support. Bitcoin (BTC) price is facing renewed bearish pressure as price action fails to reclaim the crucial $94,000 resistance level. After several days of consolidation below this threshold, the market has not shown the strength or volume required for a decisive…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Solana rebounds above $140, but investors eye utility-driven Remittix as a top contender for the next crypto adoption wave. Summary Solana rebounds above $140, but analysts say rising interest in utility projects like Remittix is the bigger trend. As traders debate SOL targets, Remittix gains momentum with $28.4m raised and major exchange listings ahead. Remittix surges in PayFi as its Apple-listed wallet launches, boosting its position in the $19t cross-border market. Solana is back in the news headlines after…
American Bitcoin price (American Bitcoin Corp, NASDAQ) has spent the last 24 hours grinding higher in a volatile post-crash bounce, trading in a wide intraday range but ultimately sitting roughly mid-range after yesterday’s lock-up‑driven wipeout. Summary American Bitcoin price fell nearly 40% after pre‑merger private placement shares came unlocked and early investors sold. Eric Trump called the volatility expected, said fundamentals are “virtually unmatched,” and pledged not to sell his shares. Despite strong Q3 earnings and 4,090 BTC in treasury, ABTC is down about 76.5% from its September peak amid a broader crypto equity slump. Traders watched American Bitcoin price…