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PancakeSwap TVL Surges Past $380M: Fee Overhaul Vote Explained
PancakeSwap’s TVL has surged 19% to over $380 million as a major fee-sharing overhaul heads to a community vote. The proposal would give liquidity providers 88% of swap fees while cutting CAKE emissions by 69%, potentially reshaping DeFi rewards on BNB Chain.
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GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules: What US Crypto Regulation Means
The US has officially finalized stablecoin regulations under the GENIUS Act, creating the first comprehensive federal framework for digital dollar issuers. The new rules require full asset backing, regular audits, and federal licensing — a move expected to boost investor confidence and stabilize broader crypto markets.
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Strive Launches 15% Dividend Preferred Stock on Nasdaq
Bitcoin treasury firm Strive has launched SATS, a new preferred stock with a 15% dividend, on the Nasdaq. The launch marks another milestone in the institutional adoption of Bitcoin through traditional financial markets.
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Utah Sues Kalshi and Susquehanna Over Prediction Markets
Utah has filed a lawsuit against Kalshi and Susquehanna-linked trading firms, accusing them of running illegal gambling operations through prediction markets. The case could set a major precedent for how event contracts are regulated across the U.S. crypto landscape.
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Binance US and Blockchain.com Race Into Prediction Markets
Binance US and Blockchain.com have both filed with the CFTC to launch regulated prediction markets in the United States. The move reflects a broader shift as crypto firms expand beyond simple trading into event-based financial products.
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Mystery Whale Pulls $90M Bitcoin From Wintermute
A mystery whale withdrew 1,090 BTC worth $90 million from market maker Wintermute into three new wallets, marking the second such move in a week. On-chain analysts see this as a clear sign of ongoing BTC accumulation by large players.
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Evernorth to Buy More XRP: 11.5M New XRPN Shares Filed
Ripple-backed Evernorth Holdings has filed to issue 11.5 million XRPN shares to raise capital for accumulating more XRP in its treasury. The move mirrors MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin strategy and signals growing institutional confidence in altcoins with real-world utility.
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Switzerland Approves First Bitcoin Spot ETF for Retail Investors
Switzerland’s financial regulator has approved the country’s first Bitcoin spot ETF for retail investors. This landmark decision paves the way for easier, regulated access to Bitcoin across Europe and signals growing mainstream adoption of digital assets.