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Bitcoin ETFs Return to Positive Flows in 2026 After $5.8B Outage
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs are back in the green in 2026, recording $800 million in net inflows after a painful $5.8 billion summer outflow gap. The recovery signals renewed institutional confidence and a healthier market outlook.
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Europe Tokenizes Bonds: Inside the €300B Project
Euroclear and the Banque de France have launched Project Pythagore, bringing 33 companies together to tokenize nearly €300 billion in European short-term debt. This landmark initiative signals a major step toward bringing traditional bond markets onchain and could reshape the future of institutional finance.
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SEC’s Hester Peirce Pushes Zero-Knowledge Proofs for KYC
Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce wants to replace outdated KYC systems with zero-knowledge proofs, arguing current data collection is costly and ineffective. Her proposal could reshape financial surveillance and user privacy in crypto.
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Blockchain Association CEO Steps Down: What’s Next for U.S. Crypto Policy
Blockchain Association CEO Summer Mersinger will step down on October 16, with founding leader Kristin Smith returning as interim CEO. The change comes during a critical period for U.S. crypto regulation, including stablecoin and market structure legislation.
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XRP ETFs See $22M Inflows: Institutional Buying Surge
Bitwise and Franklin Templeton XRP spot ETFs recorded over $22 million in net inflows on September 25, signaling strong institutional confidence even as XRP’s price dropped sharply. This trend highlights growing mainstream adoption of crypto ETFs.
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SEC Crypto Rules: What Tokens, Staking, and Buybacks Mean for You
The SEC has released new guidance clarifying how crypto tokens, liquid staking, and buyback programs are treated under securities law. The key takeaway: whether a transaction is regulated depends as much on what issuers promise as on what the asset is.
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KelpDAO Sues LayerZero Over $292M rsETH Exploit
KelpDAO has filed a lawsuit against LayerZero and co-founder Bryan Pellegrino, alleging they endorsed the bridge setup that led to a $292 million rsETH exploit on April 18. The case could set a major legal precedent for DeFi accountability.
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Bitwise NEAR ETF Approved: What It Means for Crypto Staking
Bitwise’s NEAR ETF has cleared both NYSE Arca and SEC requirements, paving the way for an imminent launch. This milestone could boost interest in staking-focused crypto funds and reshape altcoin investment access for institutions and retail investors alike.