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Galaxy to Launch $100M Hedge Fund to Trade Crypto Upside and Downside

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Mike Novogratz’s digital asset firm Galaxy is preparing to launch a $100 million hedge fund aimed at profiting from both rising and falling crypto prices. The fund is set to launch in the first quarter and will be structured to take long and short positions across digital assets and traditional equities tied to financial infrastructure, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. Up to 30% of the fund’s capital will be allocated directly to crypto tokens, with the remainder deployed into financial services stocks expected to be shaped by digital asset…

New York Stock Exchange to Launch Tokenized Securities Platform, Unlocking 24/7 Trading and Stablecoin-Based Funding

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The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is preparing to roll out a tokenized securities platform that will unlock 24/7 trading and stablecoin-based funding. The platform, which is still subject to regulatory approval, would also enable instant settlement and orders sized in dollar amounts. The project will power a new NYSE venue that aims to offer trading for tokenized shares of traditionally issued securities, in addition to tokens natively issued as digital securities. NYSE Group President Lynn Martin says in an announcement that the stock exchange wants to continue a tradition…

Gaming Firm Plaee Taps Crypto.com to Launch Prediction Markets in the US

Key Notes Plaee is leveraging Crypto.com’s compliance with CFTC to launch a prediction market platform. Crypto.com’s institutional liquidity and regulatory compliance will be integrated with Plaee’s CRM and retention engines. Crypto.com recently collaborated with Stripe and High Roller Inc in related deal. Plaee, a company offering technology platforms for iGaming operators, has inked a strategic partnership with Crypto.com. Together, these firms plan to establish a prediction market technology infrastructure that is compatible with the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) standard. Plaee and Crypto.com Eyes API-first Architecture As part…

Belgium’s KBC to Launch Retail Crypto Trading Under MiCA

Key Notes KBC will launch BTC/ETH trading for 4M clients starting Feb 16, 2026. Service is ‘closed-loop’, no withdrawals to external wallets will be available. The bank’s Bolero investment platform operates under European MiCA regulations. Traditional finance adoption is accelerating as KBC Group announced it will open Bitcoin BTC $94 488 24h volatility: 1.4% Market cap: $1.89 T Vol. 24h: $49.54 B and Ethereum ETH $3 265 24h volatility: 1.8% Market cap: $394.13 B Vol. 24h: $25.49 B trading to its 4 million retail clients starting the week of Feb.…

KBC Bank To Launch MiCA-Regulated Crypto Trading in Belgium

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KBC, one of Belgium’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. “This will enable self-directed investors in Belgium to invest in cryptocurrencies within a secure and fully regulated environment, a first in Belgium,” KBC said. Launched in compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), KBC’s crypto…

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 “no-action” letter. Megatel said on Thursday that the platform, dubbed MegPrime, would give users rewards for using “MP Tokens,” such as using them to pay their rent to earn back tokens that can be used for “everyday purchases” 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…

CME Group to Launch Cardano, Chainlink, Stellar Futures on Feb 9

Key Notes Major derivatives exchange expands altcoin offerings following record crypto business growth in 2025. Standard and micro-sized contracts enable flexible position sizing for institutional and retail traders. Launch coincides with Bitwise’s new Chainlink ETF and Cardano’s stablecoin ecosystem expansion plans. CME Group announced plans on Jan. 15 to launch futures contracts for Cardano ADA $0.40 24h volatility: 5.9% Market cap: $14.60 B Vol. 24h: $714.26 M , Chainlink LINK $13.90 24h volatility: 2.9% Market cap: $9.84 B Vol. 24h: $644.07 M , and Stellar (Lumens) XLM $0.23 24h volatility:…

Dogecoin Price Prediction: Spot ETF Set to Launch on Nasdaq This Week – Billions Incoming?

If it launches, Dogecoin would join a small group of assets with multiple spot ETFs active in the US market. Products from Grayscale and Bitwise are already live. The 21Shares ETF tracks spot DOGE prices using the CF Dogecoin-Dollar US Settlement Price Index. There is no leverage and no derivatives. DOGE only enters or leaves the trust when shares are created or redeemed in 10,000-unit baskets. The fund charges a 0.50% management fee, paid weekly in DOGE. There is no fee waiver. The Bank of New York Mellon handles administration,…

Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams Suspected of Rug Pull in Latest Token Launch

Key Notes Eric Adams is linked to the NYC Token launch that sparked rugpull concerns. One trader, Dr6s2o, lost roughly $473,500 within minutes during the selloff. A deployer-linked wallet withdrew about $2.5 million, triggering panic selling. Eric Adams’ rug pull claims have surfaced online after the former New York City mayor launched the NYC Token. As detailed, liquidity was pulled near the price peak, triggering a sharp crash that wiped out millions in minutes. This left traders accusing the project of a coordinated exit amid panic selling. Eric Adams Rug…

Sharps Technology Taps Coinbase to Launch Solana Validator

Key Notes Sharps Technology launches Solana validator with Coinbase handling operations and security. Coinbase will operate the validator using institutional-grade infrastructure and ensure high uptime. This development shifts Sharps Technology from a treasury-only strategy to active participation in the Solana. Sharps Technology has taken a vital step into blockchain infrastructure with the launch of a Solana validator. As detailed, it will be leaning on Coinbase to handle operations as the medical device company shifts from holding digital assets to supporting the network itself. Coinbase Takes Lead in Validator Operations The…