A Swiss-regulated crypto bank has teamed with a leading blockchain infrastructure provider to build a regulated “bridge” for tokenizing traditional financial assets. The move signals a major step in institutional finance embracing blockchain technology — while addressing compliance and custody concerns that have long slowed progress.
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As the crypto world hoped for a classic “Uptober” rally, BNB’s native token broke away from the pack — even as the exchange behind it, Binance, came under heavy criticism after a dramatic market crash. The juxtaposition of token strength and platform controversy creates a fascinating, and uneasy, dynamic for investors.
Big ASTER holders are adding coins even as price declines, a pattern that often signals belief that the fall is near its end or that a rebound is likely. As whales buy, circulating supply tightens, so later demand can push price up faster. Traders watching this move need to understand what large players prioritize before joining.
Aave Labs now owns Stable Finance to bring blockchain-based savings to everyday users. The move aims to make onchain yield simple without relying on banks. Stablecoin flows and liquidity across Aave’s pools and the broader market could shift as a result.
Large Bitcoin holders opened short bets with 40-times leverage just before Donald Trump spoke, concentrating risk in a few positions. A small price increase can wipe out these stakes and forced closing can push the price even higher, amplifying stress for anyone else who borrowed to trade. With no details on size, venue, or derivatives metrics, all that’s clear is that extreme leverage around a news event increases the odds of sharp moves and forced closures.
The gold token market has seen explosive growth, reaching a total capitalization of $3.9 billion this October 23. However, this remarkable boom was met with skepticism by Changpeng Zhao (CZ). The influential Binance founder recently warned about the true nature of the backing for these digital assets.
The digital asset security company Ledger today announced its new device, the Nano Gen5, priced at $179. The launch introduces the Ledger Nano Gen5 for digital identity, specifically designed for a world driven by artificial intelligence. This move signals a significant expansion beyond simple cryptocurrency custody, taking aim at human identity verification.
The Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX announced the restart of its services today. Trading and withdrawals will be reactivated this October 24. This occurs more than a year after a devastating $234 million hack. WazirX’s resumption of operations was confirmed by the company in an official statement, marking a key moment for its users.
The cryptocurrency exchange KuCoin announced this Thursday the launch of KuPool. This is a new mining service integrated into its ecosystem. KuCoin launches mining pool initially for Dogecoin (DOGE) and Litecoin (LTC). A spokesperson for the firm confirmed that support for Bitcoin (BTC) will arrive soon.
Chris Larsen, co-founder of Ripple, is once again in the market spotlight. Significant concern surrounds the ongoing Chris Larsen’s XRP sales, which have accumulated millions in profits. Since 2018, the executive has secured $764.2 million in realized gains. The information comes from an analysis by JA Maartunn, an analyst at the on-chain platform CryptoQuant, who warned about the sales pattern on the social network X.