Key Takeaways Short sellers absorbed millions in NEAR liquidations in 24 hours, forcing buybacks that accelerated the crypto asset’s 54% weekly gain. Bitwise’s NEAR Staking exchange-traded product (ETP) and Grayscale interest signal NEAR is attracting institutional capital beyond retail in 2026. NEAR’s Dynamic Resharding upgrade, targeted for June 2026, is the next test for whether …
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Key Takeaways StablR’s EURR dropped to $0.85, and USDR fell between $0.40 to $0.64 on May 24 after attackers minted unbacked tokens. A 1-of-3 multisig threshold reportedly let attackers hijack minting controls, draining roughly $2.8M in ETH. Onchain observers flagged StablR’s alleged weak multisig setup as a governance risk that MiCA regulation did not prevent. …
Key Takeaways. Bitcoin lost $80K as ETF demand cooled; Glassnode sees resistance, with October bottom eyed. Ethereum saw 8 EF exits and 31% staking; Bankless turmoil may spur a new ETH org. Hyperliquid’s HYPE rose 50% on $11M fees; CME pressure and ETF flows are next tests. Bitcoin spent the week grinding downward after losing …
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A blockchain researcher has pushed back against growing criticism of the Ethereum Foundation, arguing that the organization is doing “exactly” what it was designed to do, which the critics keep getting wrong. In a post on X titled “Leave the Foundation Alone,” William Mougayar, a Toronto-based blockchain investor, researcher and best-selling author, argued that the …
Bitcoin (BTC) fell to $74,190 on Saturday, its lowest level in more than a month, despite pro-crypto Kevin Warsh being sworn in as Federal Reserve chairman a day earlier. BTC/USD daily chart. Source: TradingView Key takeaways: Higher odds of a rate hike in 2026 are pressuring the Bitcoin market. Bitcoin has historically struggled during years …
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Key Takeaways The Libra Trust got 71 apps and will next fund Argentine firms seeking to grow. To fight scam claims, Hayden Davis sent funds on Nov 22 to the trust, which will distribute grants by November. To restore market trust, the fund could next pay Viva La Libertad victims filing claims before Nov 22, …
MiCA Decoded is a 12-article weekly series for Bitcoin.com News, co-authored by LegalBison’s Co-Founding and Managing Directors: Aaron Glauberman, Viktor Juskin and Sabir Alijev. LegalBison advises crypto and FinTech companies on MiCA licensing, CASP and VASP applications, and regulatory structuring across Europe and beyond. The Myth: All Major Crypto Frameworks Are Converging Toward the Same …
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Written by: Michael Handelsman and Alex Forehand for Kelman.Law This research report contains five additional sections. Access the full report for free here and explore the rest of our research reports. Is Crypto a Security? As courts, regulators, and market participants continue to wrestle with applying decades-old legal doctrines to blockchain-based assets, this series breaks …
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This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. We’re back after a week off. This week in crypto law may ultimately be remembered as a turning point in how governments view digital assets. Policymakers are no longer debating whether crypto belongs within the financial …
An ongoing exploit is impacting StablR, resulting in the depeg of its Euro and USD stablecoins, while a compromised private key has been blamed, adding to a lengthening list of hacks and exploits this month. Blockchain security firm Blockaid reported on Sunday that its exploit detection system has identified an ongoing exploit on the StablR …
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Key Takeaways After 9 Ethereum Foundation departures spooked markets, Simon Dedic says the network must next focus on business. Noting 2 years of unrest over ETH tokenomics, Laura Shin warns the network must next fight for market share. Amid a leadership void, Dankrad Feist next pitches a $1B alternate group to save Ethereum’s market status. …
Key Takeaways Tokenized assets exceeded $34 billion, driven by Treasury products, commodities, and asset-backed credit. Institutional adoption expanded as clearer stablecoin rules supported operational blockchain finance systems. Market diversification could increase demand for compliant tokenized products and settlement infrastructure. Tokenized Treasury Products Drive Rapid Market Expansion The tokenized asset market has surpassed $34 billion, led …
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Key Takeaways Regulators moved to set compliance standards for FDIC-supervised payment stablecoin issuers. Proposed requirements include AML/CFT programs, sanctions controls, reporting, and enforcement procedures. The proposal would establish a federal enforcement framework for stablecoin issuers tied to anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance. FDIC Advances Stablecoin Compliance Rule Under GENIUS Act The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation …
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Key Takeaways Binance’s Richard Teng said tokenization is moving toward a major market inflection point. Clearer rules could help institutions connect blockchain systems with regulated capital markets. Settlement, custody, and transfer systems may shape tokenized finance’s next phase. Tokenization Outlook Centers on Regulation and Access Binance CEO Richard Teng shared on X on May 21 …
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Key Takeaways Grayscale named Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain, and Canton Network as leading beneficiaries of clearer U.S. digital-asset rules. Institutional demand could grow around tokenization, stablecoins, DeFi, and compliant blockchain infrastructure. Regulatory debates may influence where capital flows across competing digital finance networks. Crypto Networks to Benefit From CLARITY Act Passage Grayscale shared a research …
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