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TuesdayDec 16, 2025 9:00 am

OCC Creates Federal Rules for Cryptocurrency National Banks

U.S. banking regulators have taken a major step toward bringing digital asset companies into the mainstream financial system, approving several crypto firms to establish federally chartered trust banks. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said Friday that five companies received conditional approval to move forward. The move is among the clearest indications yet that federal regulators are willing to integrate parts of the crypto industry into traditional banking oversight. Ripple and Circle were granted permission to begin setting up national trust banks, a type of charter that permits firms to safeguard assets and provide limited banking functions. The…

FridayDec 12, 2025 9:00 am

What Traders Need to Know About the New IRS Crypto Rules

U.S. crypto holders have a little more than two weeks left to make any final moves before new federal reporting requirements take effect on Jan. 1, 2026. The upcoming rules will put digital asset platforms under the same framework that governs stock and bond brokerages, a shift that tax professionals say could reshape how many investors approach their year-end planning. Starting in 2026, centralized trading platforms must send the Internal Revenue Service detailed information on both the purchase price and the sale price for every customer’s crypto transaction. With the new system approaching, many traders are reviewing their positions to…

ThursdayDec 11, 2025 9:00 am

Argentina Weighs Letting Traditional Banks Trade Cryptos

Argentina is considering a policy shift that could significantly alter how the country’s financial sector handles cryptocurrencies. According to reporting from La Nacion, the central bank is drafting rules that would allow commercial banks to offer custody and trading services for crypto assets, a role that has largely been filled by fintech firms and exchanges until now. People familiar with the discussions told the outlet that work on the framework is underway, although regulators have not committed to dates or outlined the finer details of the proposal. One exchange said it expects the measure could be approved by April 2026…

TuesdayDec 09, 2025 9:00 am

Crypto Liquidations Soar as Market Continues Slipping

The cryptocurrency market pulled back on December 5 as a wave of renewed liquidations and fading futures interest pushed major tokens lower. Bitcoin, which had traded above $93,000 earlier in the week, slipped under the $90,000 mark. Several altcoins also weakened, including MYX Finance, Canton, Hyperliquid, Aerodrome Finance, Aptos, and Morpho. The downturn arrived alongside a sharp retreat in futures market open interest. Total open interest dropped more than 4% to $127 billion, far below the peak of $225 billion reached in October. Analysts say the ongoing retreat reflects continued efforts by traders to reduce risk after the sharp $20…

FridayDec 05, 2025 1:00 pm

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Positive Update for Shareholders After Debuting the Company’s Solana Treasury Strategy

Forward Industries sent out a press release to update shareholders on the company after it recently launched the Solana treasury strategy. In the update, FWDI shares several operational highlights, as well as information on the company’s expanding treasury. Highlights include deals, partnerships, programs, product launches, leadership changes, and more. Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI), a Solana treasury company, recently released a shareholder update following the debut of the company’s Solana treasury strategy (https://ibn.fm/S14Up). The update contains multiple highlights and milestones achieved since the launch of this strategy, including FWDI closing a $1.65 billion private placement led by Galaxy Digital, Multicoin Capital,…

FridayDec 05, 2025 9:00 am

UK Considers Banning Crypto as a Form of Political Donations

The UK government is considering new rules that could block political parties from accepting donations made in crypto, a move that would directly affect Reform UK only months after it became the first party to take payments in crypto. Several people familiar with ongoing talks say the proposal is under review for possible inclusion in the upcoming Elections Bill. Officials have not confirmed the plan, but they have said that the government will outline any changes once the legislation is released. The move comes as Reform UK tries to position itself as the country’s most enthusiastic supporter of crypto. Earlier…

ThursdayDec 04, 2025 9:00 am

BTC Continues Losing Ground as Risk-Off Sentiment Persists

Bitcoin and crypto-related shares extended their nearly two-month slide on Dec. 1, mirroring a broader retreat in tech shares that many investors argue have climbed too far, too fast. Bitcoin dropped 5.6%, settling slightly above $86,000. Data from Coinbase shows the crypto is down 33% since reaching a record high of $126,210.50 in October. That peak followed a surge that began in April as crypto markets rose alongside equities and benefited from what many viewed as friendlier signals from policymakers in Washington. Crypto-related companies also faced heavy pressure. Coinbase Global slipped 4.8% and Robinhood Markets lost 4.1%, while Riot Platforms,…

TuesdayDec 02, 2025 9:00 am

Japan Seeks to Protect Crypto Investors by Introducing New Rules for Exchanges

Japan is moving to tighten safeguards in its digital asset industry by preparing rules that would force crypto exchanges to maintain reserves for potential customer losses. According to a report from Nikkei, the Financial Services Agency intends to submit legislation in 2026 that would require companies handling digital assets to build loss-coverage reserves similar to those long required in the securities sector. The intent is to ensure that customers can be compensated if an exchange is breached or suffers an internal failure that results in missing funds. Japan’s current crypto framework requires platforms to keep most customer assets in cold…

MondayDec 01, 2025 9:00 am

Thief Posing as Delivery Driver Steals Crypto Worth $11 Million

A San Francisco homeowner lost an estimated $11 million in crypto after an attacker posing as a delivery worker forced entry during an early morning break-in. The robbery, which occurred in the Mission Dolores area, is among the largest known thefts of digital assets from a private individual in the U.S. this year. A police report states that officers were called shortly before seven on Saturday morning to a residence near the intersection of Dolores and 18th streets. Investigators have not said whether the victim suffered injuries, and they have not named any suspects. The case reflects a fast-growing trend…

TuesdayNov 25, 2025 9:00 am

Data Shows Americans More Welcoming to Digital Banks, Not Crypto Wallets

A new survey from Mercuryo points to a widening gap between how Americans interact with traditional digital wallets and how they perceive crypto wallets. Out of 3,428 adults surveyed, only 12% described crypto wallets as a natural fit within their financial routines and 13% as easy to use. By contrast, 64% and 75% said the same about mainstream digital wallets, suggesting the divide is built into how people understand the two technologies rather than caused by a simple knowledge gap. Two major companies recently attempted to bring more people into the Web3 ecosystem by making the experience feel closer to…