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Switzerland Approves First Retail Bitcoin ETF
Switzerland has approved its first retail spot Bitcoin ETF, giving ordinary investors a regulated route to direct BTC exposure. The decision includes a diversification exemption, while regulators emphasize stronger custody safeguards and clearer investor disclosures.
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France Stablecoin Tax: Budget Vote Set for November 3
France has rescheduled its budget vote on a proposed stablecoin swap tax to November 3. The legislation could redefine how digital asset transactions are taxed in France and set a precedent for other EU nations under MiCA.
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JPMorgan Launches JPM Coin on Ethereum for Settlement
JPMorgan is testing its bank-issued JPM Coin deposit token on Ethereum after an earlier launch on Base. The deployment could support faster, programmable institutional settlement while highlighting how bank money differs from decentralized stablecoins.
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German Sparkasse Banks Add Crypto Trading: What It Means
Germany’s Sparkasse savings banks are now letting millions of customers trade Bitcoin and four other cryptocurrencies directly inside their banking apps, thanks to a partnership with DekaBank. While the move dramatically lowers the barrier to crypto adoption, customers should understand the unique risks — including the absence of deposit protection — before they start buying.
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Bitmine Boosts Ethereum Treasury to 6.04 Million ETH: What It Means
Bitmine now holds 6.04 million ETH worth $15.1 billion, representing 4.9% of Ethereum’s total supply. We break down what this massive institutional treasury means for the market and what retail investors should know.
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JPMorgan Predicts 10% Annual Bitcoin Growth: Better Than Gold?
JPMorgan has officially added Bitcoin to its long-term forecasts, predicting 10% annual returns over the next 10-15 years, outpacing both US stocks and gold. This historic shift signals growing institutional acceptance and could open the door to broader mainstream adoption.
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Sparkasse Bank Launches Crypto Services for 50M Users
Germany’s Sparkasse Bank has begun rolling out cryptocurrency services to its 50 million customers, marking a major milestone for mainstream crypto adoption in Europe. The move could boost demand for Bitcoin and Ethereum while setting a precedent for other European banks.
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BitMine Buys 12,535 More ETH: One in 20 Ether Soon?
BitMine has purchased another 12,535 ETH, bringing its treasury to 6.04 million ethers, or 4.9% of Ethereum’s total supply. With just 63,500 ETH needed to hit the symbolic 5% mark, the company is on the verge of controlling one in every 20 ETH in circulation, a milestone with major significance for the crypto market.