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SEC Innovation Exemption Limits Tokenized Stocks in the US
Robinhood’s crypto chief Johann Kerbrat says the SEC’s innovation exemption is creating barriers for bringing tokenized stocks to US investors. The company is still reviewing the regulatory framework before launching any tokenized equity products domestically.
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Philippines Central Bank Cuts Off Coins.ph: What It Means for Crypto
The Philippine central bank has suspended inbound bank transfers to Coins.ph, one of the country’s most established crypto platforms, without revoking its crypto license. The move highlights the growing tension between traditional banking rails and crypto adoption, leaving millions of Filipino users to seek alternative on-ramps and self-custody solutions.
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Aave Founder Proposes Foundation to End Token-Equity Duality
Aave founder Stani Kulechov has proposed creating an independent Aave Foundation to end the long-standing tension between the AAVE token and Aave Labs’ equity. The move aims to give the DAO more control over the protocol’s brand and strategic assets.
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Coinbase Stock Drops 3% After Weak US Jobs Report: What It Means for Crypto
Coinbase stock fell 3.32% to $183 on Friday after weak US payrolls data showed just 29,000 jobs added in September. Here’s what the jobs report means for COIN shares and the broader crypto market outlook.
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Hyperliquid’s $15M USDC Buyback Strategy for HYPE Explained
Hyperliquid is setting aside approximately $15 million in USDC yield to buy back its native HYPE token. This sustainable buyback strategy could help stabilize the token’s value while rewarding holders. Here’s what you need to know.
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Blast Network Shuts Down After Losing 98% of Activity
Blast, an Ethereum Layer 2 network, is shutting down after losing 98% of its activity. With costs exceeding revenue, users have until October 26 to withdraw their assets before the network goes offline permanently.
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ECB Explores Onchain Central Bank Money: 3 Models Explained
The ECB has outlined three models for putting central bank money onchain, signaling a major shift in how traditional finance could integrate with blockchain technology. Here’s what each model means for crypto users and the future of digital finance.
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TOKEN2049 Singapore 2025: Wall Street Goes Crypto
TOKEN2049 Singapore 2025 brings Wall Street heavyweights like Nasdaq, BlackRock, and Morgan Stanley to Marina Bay Sands. Here’s what 25,000 attendees will be watching — and what it means for crypto’s institutional future.