Coinbase Gets EU-Wide Approval Under MiCA
Coinbase has just hit a major milestone in Europe. The US-based crypto exchange has secured a MiCA license from Luxembourg, giving it the green light to operate in all 27 EU member states. This development is seen as a big step forward for regulated crypto services in Europe, but it
XRP Holds Ground as Institutional Momentum Builds Behind the Scenes
XRP is trading at a critical juncture, with market participants closely watching for signs of a potential reversal. As of the time of writing, XRP is priced at $2.17, marking a 1.2% daily decline and a 6% drop over the past week. The cryptocurrency has been consolidating within a narrow
Coinbase Hack Exposes Data of 1% Users in $400M Breach
In a week meant to be celebratory for Coinbase Global Inc., a cybersecurity breach has thrown the industry giant into crisis mode. Just three days after the company earned a historic place in the S&P 500 Index, Coinbase confirmed a major hack that could cost the exchange upwards of $400
Brian Armstrong’s Bold Move: DOGE Staff Welcomed After Backlash
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is making headlines once again—this time by extending an open invitation to former employees of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). In a bold and strategic move, Armstrong is encouraging DOGE staffers to join the crypto exchange in its mission to build a more streamlined
Coinbase Acquires Deribit in Landmark $2.9B Crypto Derivatives Deal
In a landmark move for the digital asset space, Coinbase has announced its acquisition of Dubai-based Deribit, one of the world’s largest crypto derivatives exchanges, for a staggering $2.9 billion. The deal, a mix of $700 million in cash and 11 million shares of Coinbase Class A common stock, marks
Coinbase Case Dropped: SEC Ends ‘Bogus’ Battle Against Crypto Giant
In a landmark decision for the crypto industry, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to drop its enforcement case against Coinbase. The move, pending approval from SEC commissioners, marks a major victory for the crypto exchange and its supporters. The case, initiated in 2023 under former SEC
FDIC Crypto Pause Letters Spark Outcry Over Regulatory Overreach
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has come under fire following the release of previously redacted documents that detail its controversial stance on cryptocurrency services within the banking sector. The revelations, unveiled through a court-ordered Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, highlight what some see as excessive regulatory intervention aimed
