Coinbase to Launch US Perpetual-Style Futures LeapRate

June 27, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Coinbase to Launch US Perpetual-Style Futures

The cryptocurrency exchange explained in a press release that the products are designed to replicate the functionality of global perpetual futures while remaining fully compliant with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulations. Perpetual futures are said to dominate international crypto markets, accounting for more than 90% of trading activity in some estimates. However, such…

June 03, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Robinhood Completes Bitstamp Acquisition

The deal brings Bitstamp’s long-established crypto exchange into Robinhood’s portfolio, adding retail and institutional customers across the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Asia. Founded in 2011, Bitstamp holds more than 50 active licences and registrations globally and operates offices in Luxembourg, the U.K., Slovenia, Singapore and the U.S. The acquisition gives…

March 24, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

nxtAssets Becomes New Crypto ETP Issuer at SIX Swiss Exchange

The firm has launched two new products backed by Bitcoin and Ethereum, SIX said in a press release. With the addition, nxtAssets becomes the 18th issuer of crypto ETPs on SIX, bringing the total number of listed crypto products to 398. “This launch addresses the increasing demand for crypto exposure,” stated SIX. Both ETPs are…

March 21, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Kraken to Acquire NinjaTrader in $1.5 Billion Deal

The deal marks the largest-ever merger between traditional finance and crypto. Kraken added that the move also strengthens its position as a 24/7 multi-asset trading platform. Founded in 2003, NinjaTrader serves nearly two million traders and operates as a CFTC-registered Futures Commission Merchant (FCM). The acquisition provides Kraken with a direct pathway into the U.S.…

February 20, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Deutsche Bank Partners with HashKey Exchange to Expand Fiat Deposit Services

As part of the collaboration, Deutsche Bank will now provide fiat currency deposit services, allowing HashKey Exchange clients to deposit Hong Kong dollars and US dollars into virtual accounts managed by the bank. The bank explains that the initiative introduces an alternative deposit option, utilising API-based virtual account solutions to streamline transactions. The partnership also…

January 29, 2025 BY Sam Boughedda

Coinbase Gains Approval for Argentina Launch

The cryptocurrency exchange secured a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) registration from Argentina’s National Securities Commission (CNV). The registration allows the company to operate within the country’s legal framework for virtual assets. Argentina, where Coibase says five million people use cryptocurrencies daily, presents a key market for Coinbase. According to Coinbase, 87% of Argentinians believe…

November 14, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

21Shares Launches Aptos Staking ETP in Europe

The move means it is the first-ever ETP in Europe tracking the performance of the Aptos (APT) cryptocurrency. Aptos is a layer-1 blockchain, which the company says is designed for high scalability and low transaction costs. It is said to be particularly well-suited for applications like gaming and decentralized finance (DeFi), leveraging the Move programming…

November 06, 2024 BY Sam Boughedda

Coinbase to Launch New Singapore Engineering Hub

The initiative, supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), aims to foster the local developer ecosystem by supporting engineers to build the future of Web3, the decentralized internet powered by blockchain technology. "This brings us one step closer to our goal of increasing economic freedom by onboarding one billion people into the cryptoeconomy, and…

January 24, 2024 BY Simon Mugo

Nexo, a Crypto Lender, Has Sued Bulgaria Seeking $3Bn in Damages

The claim was filed with the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), a part of the World Bank based in Washington, D.C. ICSID, known for arbitrating disputes between global investors and states, registered the case on January 18, as indicated on its website. The Bulgarian finance ministry acknowledged receiving an arbitration request from…

November 27, 2023 BY Elizabeth Anderson

Zipmex halts all digital asset trading in Thailand

While the move is only temporary, it’s yet another blow for a company that is struggling to maintain a steady cash flow and repay its creditors. Zipmex looked to have secured its financial future earlier this year when V Ventures announced a $100m buyout, but the acquisition fell through weeks later. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Don’t miss out…

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