OKX rolls out tokenized stock and commodity perps for EU retail traders, expanding competition with Coinbase, Kraken and Binance in regulated derivatives.
SBI Shinsei links bank deposits to crypto rewards in Japan: Nikkei
SBI will give out vouchers that can be redeemed for Bitcoin, Ether or XRP through SBI VC Trade, linking bank savings with the group’s crypto exchange arm.
Unverified DeFi contracts linked to $36.7M in losses: Chainalysis
Chainalysis identified a growing attack pattern targeting unverified DeFi contracts, with hackers stealing $36.7 million across four exploits since January.
Merck and Hashgraph Group launch Hedera-based product passport for EU compliance
The Hedera-based platform combines product authentication and blockchain traceability to support compliance with new European Union sustainability and supply-chain reporting requirements.
Kraken signs FIFA World Cup 2026 partnership ahead of tourney kickoff
The crypto exchange will promote digital asset adoption through fan activations and product experiences at the first 48-team FIFA World Cup.
Over 200 crypto firms push Senate to pass CLARITY Act
Crypto lobby groups representing hundreds of organizations urged Senate leaders in a letter to schedule a vote on a key crypto bill ahead of the midterms.
AI agents with crypto could escape and become ‘unstoppable,’ experts warn
Autonomous AI and crypto could have “far-reaching consequences for users and the financial system,” IC3 researchers said.
Bitcoin rebound highlights discount but $162M bid liquidity points to downside risk
Bitcoin’s recovery highlights investors’ belief that BTC is discounted, but weak futures market activity could slow the rebound.
UK financial regulator floats allowing 10% crypto allocations for retail funds
The Financial Conduct Authority floated the idea of allowing limited exposure to crypto for retail-focused funds if it aligns with “disclosed investment objectives.”
Humanity Protocol token falls 85% amid $30M private key exploit
The compromise of private keys belonging to a member of the Humanity Foundation has reportedly resulted in the theft of at least $30 million worth of its native token.