Ripple has launched a new feature to make its XRP Ledger more appealing to banks and other financial institutions. The problem? These institutions are often hesitant to use decentralized exchanges (DEXs) because of regulations like KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering). Solving the Regulatory Hurdle Ripple’s solution is a “permissioned DEX” built directly…
SoFi, the online banking platform, is diving back into the world of cryptocurrency after a two-year break. They’ve announced that customers will soon be able to buy, sell, and hold popular cryptocurrencies directly through their accounts. Crypto Trading and More This isn’t just about buying and selling Bitcoin and Ethereum. SoFi plans to offer a…
The US government is making a major change to how it views cryptocurrency. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) just told Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – two huge players in the US mortgage market – to start accepting crypto as part of home loan applications. Crypto as Collateral: The New Normal? This means borrowers…
The judge overseeing the Ripple-SEC lawsuit just threw a wrench in the works. Both Ripple and the SEC wanted the case wrapped up early, but their request got shot down. This means the legal battle continues. A Settlement, But Not Quite Over Back in March 2025, Ripple and the SEC seemed to have reached a…
Crypto analyst Kevin Svenson predicts a significant price surge for altcoins, based on his analysis of market trends. Watching the “OTHERS” Chart Svenson, who boasts a large YouTube following, focuses on the “OTHERS” chart. This chart tracks the total market capitalization of all cryptocurrencies excluding the top 10 and stablecoins. It’s a key indicator of…
Barclays, a major UK bank, is cracking down on cryptocurrency transactions. Starting June 27th, 2025, you won’t be able to buy crypto using your Barclaycard. Why the Ban? The bank cites the risky nature of cryptocurrencies as the reason. They’re worried about the volatile prices leading to customers racking up debt they can’t pay back….
A former Bank of Hawaii employee, 23-year-old Alohi Kaupu-Grace, is facing serious consequences after embezzling $44,000 from customer accounts. The Embezzlement Kaupu-Grace was fired in March after the Federal Reserve discovered she had stolen money and forged customer signatures on withdrawal and check purchase slips. She made a partial payment of $5,200 in restitution to…
Coinbase (COIN) stock has skyrocketed, jumping almost 60% recently. This surge is fueled by positive developments in both US and European regulations, and increased optimism surrounding stablecoins. European Expansion Coinbase received a major boost after securing a license to operate across the entire European Union. This Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) license, granted by Luxembourg,…
A Chinese tech company, Aurora Mobile, is making waves by adding crypto to its investment strategy. They’ve decided to put up to 20% of their cash reserves into digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Sui. Why the Crypto Move? Aurora Mobile says this isn’t some wild gamble. They see it as a smart way…
Bitcoin’s price is swinging wildly, recently dipping below $100,000 before quickly recovering. This volatility has everyone guessing what’s next. A Decade Low in Exchange Activity Something interesting is happening: Bitcoin exchange flows (both in and out) have plummeted to their lowest point in ten years! This means less buying and selling activity than we’ve seen…
