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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.
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GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules Need DeFi Clarity
The Blockchain Association is urging Treasury to clarify how the GENIUS Act will apply to DeFi platforms and foreign stablecoin issuers. The final rules could shape access, reserves, compliance, and the future of digital payments.
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GENIUS Act Update: Blockchain Association Pushes for DeFi Protections
The Blockchain Association submitted a 26-page comment letter to the U.S. Treasury urging refinements to the GENIUS Act stablecoin rules. The filing seeks clearer definitions, safe harbor protections for DeFi infrastructure, and fair treatment for foreign issuers ahead of the January 2027 framework deadline.
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BlackRock Files Protected Bitcoin ETF: What It Means for Investors
BlackRock has filed for PBIT, a new protected Bitcoin ETF that limits losses while capping upside. The move comes as IBIT surpasses $65 billion in assets, signaling growing institutional appetite for safer crypto exposure.