Trump’s top crypto advisor meets with Pakistan blockchain chief to discuss Bitcoin

Key Takeaways Bo Hines and Bilal Bin Saqib discussed strategic cooperation on Bitcoin and digital assets at the White House. Pakistan plans to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve and allocate resources for... Read more »

Coinbase to launch 24/7 XRP and Solana futures trading on June 13 as derivatives trade heats up

Key Takeaways Coinbase will offer 24/7 XRP and Solana futures trading starting June 13. The exchange’s continuous trading is a first for a CFTC-regulated derivatives platform in the US. Share this article... Read more »

Continental Europe’s biggest bank explores stablecoin, Bitcoin retail offerings

Key Takeaways Banco Santander SA is exploring entering the stablecoin market and offering retail crypto services through its digital banking unit Openbank. Santander’s plans include considering euro and dollar denominated stablecoins, with... Read more »

Volatility Shares to debut first-ever XRP futures ETF tomorrow

Key Takeaways Volatility Shares is launching the first XRP futures ETF on May 21, 2025 on The Nasdaq Stock Market. The ETF will invest at least 80% of its assets in XRP-linked... Read more »

Bitcoin sets new record weekly close after breaking above $106K

Key Takeaways Bitcoin reached a new weekly high, closing above $106,000 and nearing its all-time high. Institutional and ETF inflows are driving Bitcoin’s price, with corporations increasing their BTC holdings. Share this... Read more »

CME Group set to launch XRP futures on Monday amid legal setback for SEC and Ripple

Key Takeaways CME Group will offer XRP futures starting May 19, pending regulatory review. SEC and Ripple’s settlement request was denied, maintaining the $125 million penalty. Share this article The Chicago Mercantile... Read more »

Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund, Citadel Advisors boost BlackRock Bitcoin ETF holdings

Key Takeaways Mubadala Investment Company increased its holdings in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF to 8.7 million shares valued at $408 million. Citadel Advisors expanded its IBIT holdings to over 3 million shares... Read more »

FTX to distribute over $5B to creditors on May 30: Second payout

Key Takeaways FTX is set to distribute over $5 billion to creditors starting May 30, 2025. Eligible creditors will receive varying payment rates through BitGo or Kraken. Share this article FTX is... Read more »

XRP overtakes USDT as third-largest crypto after 10% price surge in 24 hours

Key Takeaways XRP’s price surged by 10% to $2.6, overtaking USDT as the third-largest crypto asset. Ripple is expanding its institutional presence through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Share this article XRP has... Read more »

Fed keeps rates steady as policymakers weigh inflation risks from Trump tariffs

Key Takeaways The Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate steady at 4.25% to 4.5% to assess inflation risks from tariffs. Proposed tariffs by Trump could increase inflationary pressures, affecting the Fed’s... Read more »
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