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CME Launches Bitcoin Cash and Uniswap Futures on October 19
CME Group will launch Bitcoin Cash and Uniswap futures contracts on October 19 in standard and micro formats. This move highlights growing institutional interest in altcoins and DeFi tokens, bringing more liquidity and legitimacy to the broader crypto market.
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ECB Pushes to Ban Stablecoin Yields Under MiCA Rules
The European Central Bank is pushing for stricter MiCA rules that would ban all forms of yield on stablecoins, including indirect rewards from lending, staking, and borrowing. The move aims to preserve the distinction between electronic money and bank deposits as Europe tightens its crypto regulatory framework.
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Feds Probe Binance Over Iran’s Bitcoin Use: What It Means
US federal authorities are investigating whether Binance allowed Iranian entities to use Bitcoin in violation of American sanctions. The probe could have major implications for the crypto industry and how exchanges handle compliance worldwide.
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Binance Under New US Investigation Over Iran-Linked Crypto Transactions
Binance is facing a new US probe over alleged Iran-linked transactions, after $61 million in USDT was seized. Here’s what the case means for crypto users, stablecoins, and exchange compliance worldwide.
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Binance Invests $100M in Circle to Promote USDC Stablecoin
A new SEC filing reveals that Binance paid $100 million for a stake in Circle and signed a five-year deal to promote the USDC stablecoin on its platform. Discover what this landmark partnership means for crypto markets, stablecoin competition, and users.
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ECB Pushes to Reform MiCA Stablecoin Bank Rules
The ECB and EU central banks are pushing to replace MiCA’s fixed stablecoin bank deposit requirements with liquidity thresholds, warning that sudden redemptions could strain the banking system. The proposed changes aim to balance innovation with financial stability.
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Coinbase Opens Pre-IPO Stock Access to US Customers
Coinbase is now letting eligible US customers buy shares before companies go public, with smart ring maker Oura as the first pre-IPO offering. The move signals Coinbase’s evolution into a full-service financial platform bridging crypto and traditional markets.
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SEC Crypto Custody Rules: What Investors Need to Know in 2026
The SEC’s chief crypto counsel has outlined a clearer path for digital asset custody. These upcoming rules could reshape how exchanges, institutions, and even retail holders store and protect their crypto — bringing much-needed clarity to a long-uncertain corner of the market.