BlackRock Names JPM and Jane Street as Authorized Participants for Spot Bitcoin ETF

BlackRock has updated its spot Bitcoin ETF application with the SEC, naming JP Morgan Securities and Jane Street Capital as authorized participants for share creation and redemption. This move is seen as ironic due to JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon’s previous negative comments about Bitcoin, although the firm is involved in blockchain technology. Jane Street […]

Zuger Kantonalbank Becomes First Swiss Bank to Offer Regulated Crypto Trading

The Zuger Kantonalbank, a Swiss bank, has announced that it is now offering its customers the ability to buy, trade, and securely store the most popular cryptocurrencies within a fully regulated banking environment. This makes it the first cantonal bank to respond to the changing market demand for digital assets. Customers can access this new […]

Canadian Crypto Exchange Catalyx Suspends Trading and Withdrawals Following Security Breach

Catalyx, a prominent Canadian cryptocurrency exchange, has temporarily suspended all trading activities, deposits, and withdrawals following a security breach. The company suspects the involvement of one of its employees and has initiated an investigation. The exact extent of the funds lost has not been disclosed, but the exchange has taken precautionary measures by halting all […]

Crypto Exchange Catalyx Suspends Trading and Withdrawals After Security Breach

Canadian crypto exchange Catalyx has temporarily suspended all trading activity and withdrawals after discovering a security breach. The breach is suspected to involve one of the company’s employees, leading to the loss of a portion of the crypto assets held on behalf of clients. The exact amount of assets lost has not been disclosed.In response […]

Monex Group to Acquire Majority Stake in 3iQ Digital Holdings, Expanding Crypto Asset Management Business

Japan-based brokerage firm Monex Group has announced its plans to acquire a majority stake in 3iQ Digital Holdings, a Canada-based asset manager and crypto exchange. Monex cited 3iQ’s experience in listing the first spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds in North America as a key reason for the acquisition. The move is part of Monex’s […]

Celsius Mining Company Receives Final Approval for $225M Restructuring Plan

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has granted final approval for Celsius Mining Company’s restructuring plan. The plan involves the creation of a new public company focused on bitcoin mining, with $225 million in funding and the transfer of specific mining assets. The court also approved modifications to the […]

Experts Predict Exciting Future for Swiss Banking Industry

Matthias Geissbühler, the investment chief at Raiffeisen, leads clients through the stock market during the week. However, on Saturdays, he takes on a different role as singer-songwriter Matt, showcasing his new album to the audience. In an interview with finews.ch, Geissbühler discusses his passion for music and the parallels he sees between music and investing.The […]

Grayscale Reaches Compromise with SEC on Cash-Only Creation and Redemption

Grayscale, the digital asset management firm, has filed an amended S-3 filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following a recent leadership shuffle and the departure of Barry Silbert, the CEO of Grayscale’s parent company, Digital Currency Group. The filing indicates that Grayscale has reached a compromise with the SEC, agreeing to […]

TrueUSD Partners with MooreHK to Revolutionize Transparency in Stablecoin Market

TrueUSD, the fourth largest stablecoin in the market, has announced a strategic initiative to improve trust in stablecoins. The initiative aims to address the controversial issue of transparency of trust reserves in stablecoins. TrueUSD has partnered with MooreHK, one of the largest accounting firms in Hong Kong, to provide attestation services for its fiat reserves.Stablecoins […]

Blast Secures $1.1B in Deposits Ahead of Launch, Announces Airdrop Redemption in May 2024

More than a month before its official launch, Blast has already received $1.1 billion in deposits. This is a significant amount considering the platform is not yet live. Depositors can look forward to receiving an airdrop in May 2024, which they can redeem.This early success indicates a strong interest in Blast and suggests that it […]