Tag: Crypto

Google Play Policy Shift Threatens Crypto Exchange Access in South Korea

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Google is rolling out updated crypto app requirements in South Korea, a move that could significantly restrict access to offshore crypto exchanges by tying app availability to local regulatory clearance.ย  According to South Korean media outlet News1, starting Jan. 28, crypto exchange and wallet apps listed on Google Play in South Korea must upload documentation proving that their Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has been accepted.ย  Google reportedly clarified that developers listing crypto exchange and custodial wallet apps must upload proof of…

COIN Stock Price Drops 6.4% after Coinbase Withdraws Support for Crypto Bill

Key Notes Brian Armstrong flagged major issues on tokenized equities, DeFi limitations, and others, over withdrawing their support from the Crypto Bill. The COIN stock dropped below $240 after another rejection near $255, triggering a death cross pattern. Armstrong said the billโ€™s work has intensified and that industry concerns align with Coinbaseโ€™s stance. COIN, the native stock of crypto exchange Coinbase, faced major selling pressure, correcting 6.4% on Jan. 15. This drop in the COIN stock price comes as Coinbase withdraws its support from the crypto market structure bill. Citing…

KBC Bank To Launch MiCA-Regulated Crypto Trading in Belgium

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KBC, one of Belgiumโ€™s largest banks, is set to roll out Bitcoin and Ether trading to retail investors next month via its own custodial solution and investment platform. From Feb. 16, KBC customers will be able to buy and sell crypto assets through the online investment platform Bolero, the bank announced Thursday. โ€œThis will enable self-directed investors in Belgium to invest in cryptocurrencies within a secure and fully regulated environment, a first in Belgium,โ€ KBC said. Launched in compliance with the European Unionโ€™s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), KBCโ€™s crypto…

American Bitcoin Academy founder Brian Sewell gets 3 years for $2.9M crypto fraud

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Utah resident Brian Gary Sewell has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for his role in defrauding investors out of roughly $2.9 million through an unlicensed cryptocurrency business. Summary Brian Gary Sewell was sentenced to three years in federal prison for defrauding investors and running an unlicensed cryptocurrency business. Prosecutors said he collected over $2.9 million from at least 17 victims by misrepresenting his experience and investment capabilities. A separate case found Sewell operated a cash-to-crypto service that converted over $5.4 million for third parties without proper registration.…

Cardano, Chainlink, Stellar Futures To Join CME’s Crypto Lineup

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Leading derivatives exchange CME plans to add futures contracts tied to Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), and Stellar (XLM) to continue growing its roster of regulated crypto derivatives. Related Reading CME Adds New Altcoins To Crypto Derivatives Lineup On Thursday, Chicago-based derivatives exchange CME Group announced a new expansion of its lineup of regulated crypto derivatives with the upcoming inclusion of Cardano, Chainlink, and Stellar futures. According to the announcement, the new crypto additions are expected to launch on February 9, 2026, although they are still pending regulatory review. In addition,…

The 0.25 ETH Airdrop Explained โ€“ How It Works

โ–ถ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com โ–ถ CEX Website: cex.io ๐Ÿ’ธ This video shows how a 0.25 ETH airdrop behaves when observed in real conditions. โšก๏ธ I review a 0.25 ETH airdrop, sharing what I noticed while going through the process and monitoring the related on-chain activity. The video is presented as an observational overview rather than a guide or a promise, with the focus on understanding how the setup functions and which details stand out during testing. โšก๏ธMain topics covered: โ–ซ๏ธ The overall structure of the 0.25 ETH airdrop โ–ซ๏ธ Wallet…

US Homebuilder To Launch Crypto Rewards After Regulatory OK

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US homebuilder Megatel Homes is set to launch a crypto rewards platform after receiving a Securities and Exchange Commission โ€œno-actionโ€ letter. Megatel said on Thursday that the platform, dubbed MegPrime, would give users rewards for using โ€œMP Tokens,โ€ such as using them to pay their rent to earn back tokens that can be used for โ€œeveryday purchasesโ€ or converted to US dollars. It came after the SEC allowed MegPrime to go ahead with its plans in its letter on Thursday, recommending no enforcement action so long as the platform strictly…

Bitcoin And Crypto ETFs Set To Attract $130 Billion-Plus Inflows This Year, JPMorgan Predicts

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According to analysts at JPMorgan, crypto-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly for Bitcoin (BTC), are expected to see inflows in 2026 that will far exceed those from 2025.ย  Led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, the analysis highlights a significant trend where capital flowing into the crypto market through ETFs reached a record high of $130 billion last year, driven by a growing interest in digital asset treasuries (DATs). DAT Companies Lead Crypto Inflows In 2025 Panigirtzoglou explained that the inflows observed in 2025 were largely attributed to Bitcoin and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs, which…

Stronger Foundations Built Behind Crypto 2025 Price Swings

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Crypto prices were a mixed bag in 2025, but behind the scenes and away from the market volatility, so-called โ€œstructural pillarsโ€ like user access, settlement rails and regulations improved, says Binance. Prices across the crypto market fluctuated significantly throughout 2025, with Bitcoin (BTC) swinging between a low of $76,000 in April and a new all-time high of over $126,000 in October. Binance Research said in a report on Thursday that mark movements aside, regulatory clarity with legislation like the GENIUS Act in the US and Europeโ€™s MiCA framework, helped establish…

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