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Market maker Citadel Securities has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission to strengthen regulations on decentralized finance regarding tokenized stocks, provoking backlash from crypto users.In a letter sent to the SEC on Tuesday, Citadel Securities argued that DeFi developers, smart contract programmers, and self-custody wallet providers should not receive “broad exemptive relief” for trading tokenized US equities.It maintained that DeFi trading platforms likely meet the criteria of an “exchange” or “broker-dealer” and should be subject to securities regulations when offering tokenized stocks.“Providing broad exemptive relief to enable the trading of a tokenized share via DeFi protocols would establish two distinct…
A chip commonly utilized in smartphones, including the crypto-centric Solana Seeker, has an inherent vulnerability that is deemed unfixable, potentially allowing hackers to seize complete control and steal private keys stored on the device, as reported by crypto wallet manufacturer Ledger.In a report released on Wednesday, Ledger revealed it tested an attack on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 (MT6878) and successfully circumvented its security protocols to gain “full and absolute control over the smartphone, leaving no security barriers intact.”Ledger’s security engineers, Charles Christen and Léo Benito, described how they took over the chip by using electromagnetic pulses during the initial boot…
Main Highlights:Bitcoin is experiencing considerable selling pressure at the beginning of the week, with some analysts predicting a decline to as low as $50,000.Multiple altcoins have retreated from their upper resistance levels and are at risk of falling below their support zones.Bitcoin (BTC) kicked off December on a weak note, indicating that sellers are still holding their ground. Trader Peter Brandt noted on X that BTC’s chart indicates support within the sub-$70,000 to mid-$40,000 range.Another cautious analyst is network economist Timothy Peterson. Based on data Peterson shared on X, BTC’s performance in the latter half of 2025 closely resembles that…
Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content while keeping the HTML tags intact: Binance finds itself embroiled in another legal issue stemming from a 2022 event that resulted in a substantial loss of user funds. Summary A Florida appeals court has reinstated a lawsuit alleging that Binance failed to freeze and recover approximately 1,000 BTC stolen in 2022. The ruling determined that Binance had sufficient contacts with the U.S. and Florida through its affiliates and infrastructure, reversing a lower court’s dismissal. The case will go back to trial court, increasing pressure on offshore exchanges facing similar negligence claims and…
Bitcoin (BTC) and stablecoins pegged to the US dollar are becoming a global alternative for transferring value across borders without relying on banks and card networks, as the settlement volume on the Bitcoin network begins to match that of the world’s largest payment processors.In the past 90 days, Bitcoin has processed $6.9 trillion in payments, which is reported to be “on par with or above Visa and Mastercard,” according to the fourth quarter of 2025 report from blockchain data platform Glassnode, released on Wednesday here.During the same period, Visa handled $4.25 trillion in payment volume and Mastercard $2.63 trillion, totaling…
This post provides a technical analysis by CoinDesk analyst and Chartered Market Technician Omkar Godbole.BitcoinBitcoin’s BTC$93,040.65 30-day implied volatility index (BVIV) has seen a significant decline to 48, piercing below the bullish trendline that was established since September’s lows. This breakdown indicates a waning of panic and the likelihood of further volatility reduction.BVIV’s daily chart. (TradingView) At the same time, the renewed downtrend of the US dollar index adds further support for ongoing BTC price gains. It’s noteworthy that the correlation between spot prices and volatility has largely remained negative since last November, emphasizing the inverse relationship.From a technical standpoint,…
The US state of Connecticut has issued cease and desist orders to Robinhood, Kalshi, and Crypto.com, alleging that these platforms are engaging in unlicensed sports betting through event contracts.The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) sent notices to the three companies on Wednesday, asserting that they were “conducting unlicensed online gambling, specifically sports wagering,” through event contracts available online.“None of these entities hold a license to offer wagering in our state, and even if they did, their contracts would violate numerous other state laws and regulations, including allowing wagers from individuals under 21,” stated DCP Commissioner Bryan Cafferelli.DCP Gaming Director…
Summary:Concerns regarding stablecoins, regulatory pressures, and a decreased risk appetite among traders impacted Bitcoin more than movements in Japan’s bond market.Diminished confidence in global growth and pressure on digital asset reserve companies intensified Bitcoin selling and stop-loss triggers.Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a sharp decline on Sunday after failing to break through the $92,000 mark. The drop to $84,000 on Monday resulted in a $388 million loss in bullish leveraged positions, prompting analysts to seek clarity on the situation. A combination of factors spurred the sell-off, leading traders to adopt a more cautious approach.Some analysts quickly linked Bitcoin’s decline to unrest in…
Dogecoin has surged past significant resistance, displaying its highest trading volume in weeks. This movement hints at momentum fueled by retail investors, even as large holder activities dwindle to their lowest levels in several months.News BackgroundThe latest developments for Dogecoin coincide with a steady, if modest, interest in ETFs. The recent launch of two U.S. spot Dogecoin ETFs—Grayscale’s GDOG and Bitwise’s BWOW—gathered $177,250 in net inflows on December 3, totaling $2.85 million since their inception, per SoSoValue data.Although these figures are not explosive, they suggest an early adoption trend among conventional investors as regulated DOGE products find traction. The overall…
Solana is poised to launch its highly anticipated native token linked to its new mobile phone model, Seeker, at the beginning of 2026. This token will serve as the governance token for the company’s mobile ecosystem.In a post on X, Solana Mobile revealed that the “SKR” token will have a total supply of 10 billion tokens, with 30% earmarked for airdrops and 25% allocated for growth and partnerships.Additionally, 10% of the supply will be designated for liquidity, 10% for a community treasury, 15% for Solana Mobile, and 10% for Solana Labs, which is the parent company of the mobile division.…