Crypto Liquidity: Citadel Securities Explores Services
@CitadelSec plans to enter crypto market-making, targeting major exchanges like Coinbase and Binance, spurred by Trump’s pro-crypto stance. #Update #Crypto (+7) ↗
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Covers all aspects of DeFi – Decentralised Financial systems, protocols, and instruments built on blockchain.
Crypto Surge: Key DeFi Developments Unleashed
Key DeFi developments suggest a potential altseason surge, with significant activity in decentralized finance and blockchain upgrades signaling increased interest in digital assets. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+4) ↗
SEC Staking Approval Crucial for ETFs
The SEC faces pressure from Congress to allow staking in ETPs, highlighting competitive disadvantages for U.S. markets compared to international counterparts. #Update #Legal $ETH (+7) ↗
Coinbase Political Spending Yields Billions
Coinbase announced the SEC is set to dismiss its lawsuit, marking a significant legal victory after extensive political spending. #Breaking #Legal (+9) ↗
DeFi Concerns ConsenSys Challenges SEC Amendment
@ConsenSys urges the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to withdraw proposed amendments expanding the definition of “exchange” to include DeFi platforms, citing legal overreach concerns. #Update #Legal (+3) ↗
Solana ETF Staking SEC Approval Sought
@FTI_US seeks SEC approval for a Solana ETF involving staking, potentially allowing proof-of-stake assets in ETFs, according to Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart #Update #ETF $SOL (+3) ↗
Crypto Staking Faces SEC Scrutiny
The US SEC is examining crypto staking activities, potentially issuing new guidance, as reported by @EleanorTerrett. Recent meetings involved Jito Labs and Multicoin Capital Management. #Update #Crypto (+3) →
Bitcoin Staking Platform Acre Secures Funding
@AcreFunding secures significant investment to enhance its Bitcoin staking platform, boosting token valuation amid growing crypto adoption. #Update #Crypto (+3) →
Ethereum ETF Staking Proposal Under SEC Review
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing @21Shares’ proposal to include staking in its spot Ethereum ETF, potentially transforming crypto investments. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+6) ↗
Ethereum ETF Staking Nears SEC Approval
The US SEC’s potential approval of Ethereum ETF staking is under review, with @Cboe filing addressing regulatory concerns over transparency and investor protection. #Update #ETF $ETH (+3) ↗
Crypto Industry Challenges IRS DeFi Rule
@BlockchainAssn and major crypto firms urge Congress to repeal IRS’s DeFi broker rule, citing threats to innovation and unfair burdens on U.S. companies. #Update #Legal (+4) ↗
DeFi Milestone MANTRA Secures Dubai License
@MANTRADAO secures a Virtual Asset Service Provider license from Dubai’s VARA, enabling DeFi operations and institutional services in the Middle East. #Update #Legal (+6) ↗
Bitcoin Staking Platform Core Joins Maple
@CoreFoundation partners with @MapleFinance, BitGo, Copper, and Hex Trust to launch a yield-bearing bitcoin token for institutional BTC staking. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗ (Source: CoinDesk)
Bybit Tether Move Boosts Liquidity 100x
@Bybit shifts to $USDT for options and futures, boosting liquidity; @BestWalletHQ presale could see 100x growth with $BEST token (Feb 2024) #Update #Crypto $BEST (+6) ↗ (Source: NewsBTC)