The US SEC has officially dismissed its lawsuit against Coinbase, setting the stage for a regulatory shift under the Trump administration. Coinbase calls the move a win for the industry, and the SEC promises a more structured policy.

US President Donald Trump's impending trade war just sent risk assets tumbling, and crypto got wrecked. Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) both dropped by almost 10% in the last 24 hours, shaking the ground for altcoins.

DekaBank's entrance into crypto trading marks a case of MiCA's positive impact on the industry adoption within the European Union.

Decentralization is a core principle of blockchain, often discussed in Bitcoin mining. However, Proof-of-Stake (PoS) networks like Ethereum and Solana also face centralization risks.

According to Ethereum's co-founder Vitalik Buterin, while theft is often discussed in crypto security, many people also lose significant amounts of crypto due to negligence and accidents, and wallet solutions must address these risks as well.

As part of a risk assessment exercise conducted during its January meeting, the ECB stated that the recent developments in the deregulation of financial markets in the U.S., including crypto, might increase the risks of a future financial crisis.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has officially dismissed its lawsuit against Coinbase.

Texas Senate Banking Committee unanimously approved a bill allowing state investment in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, joining over 20 states considering similar measures.

Vitalik Buterin reiterated that crypto still needed reliable wallets with social recovery tools. Currently, several products exist, using smart contracts to unlock funds if the seed phrase is lost.

Ukraine's crypto tax debate continues as officials consider a lower 5-10% rate while others push for standard income taxes of up to 23%.

MetaMask announces comprehensive platform updates including smart contracts, transaction batching, US debit card launch, and support for Bitcoin and Solana.

MetaMask has released its new 2025 roadmap aimed at optimizing the Web3 experience and accelerating mainstream adoption.

The crypto market is facing a brutal correction, wiping out all gains since Donald Trump's election win in November. The overall market capitalization has dropped 8% to $2.7 trillion, with Bitcoin crashing 7% to $78,000—its lowest since November.

Most meme coins fail to meet the Howey Test according to the SEC.

Another day, another dip. The crypto market has taken another hit, wiping out close to $1 billion in leveraged positions.

Legendary Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho has sparked speculation about a potential cryptocurrency launch after warning his followers about fake meme coins using his name.

According to CoinDesk, the exchange has enlisted the help of boutique investment bank Broadhaven Capital Partners. The firm will oversee the sale process.

The Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office has launched a formal joint investigation unit that exclusively tackles crypto-related crimes and fraud cases.

SEC released a statement in the past day discussing the memecoins classification. The US regulator has reformed its approach towards digital assets in the past month.

SEC's Division of Corporation Finance declares memecoins are not securities, requiring no SEC registration, while maintaining oversight for fraud and disguised securities.

Cryptocurrency use for illicit purposes totaled $40.9 billion in 2024, Chainalysis data shows. Though lower compared to the $46.1 billion observed in 2023, analysts warn that the current figure is a lower-bound estimate that will continue to rise as additional illicit addresses are recognized.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed in principle to dismiss its enforcement case against MetaMask. Pending final approval, the case will be officially closed.

February 2025 saw $1.53 billion in crypto losses, an 18x increase from a year ago, largely driven by a $1.46 billion Bybit hack. Crypto hacks drained $1.

Regulators and authorities have long considered memecoins a wild and unpredictable aspect of the crypto market. Now, lawmakers are set to introduce regulatory measures to curb this highly volatile market.

MetaMask wallet service provider has revealed a new roadmap aimed at improving user experience. The self-custodial wallet also plans to incorporate smart contract features as well as native Bitcoin and Solana support.

Amidst sordid scandals, Pump.fun devalues by 80% in February. The excitement of memecoins fades under the weight of disappointment, while confidence collapses inexorably.

Hackers posing as a legitimate Web3 company have targeted job seekers in the crypto industry, stealing cryptocurrency through a fake job interview scam.

Consensys and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have come to an agreement to dismiss the ongoing legal dispute regarding MetaMask, according to the company's CEO, Joseph Lubin.

Pump.fun has seen a sharp decline in token launches and graduations from its system.

William Banks, a comedian known for his unconventional humor, has stirred controversy after launching and quickly abandoning a Solana SOL meme coin.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has agreed to drop its lawsuit against Consensys, a blockchain software company founded by Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin.

As one of the dominant forces shaping the transition towards decentralised finance (DeFi), Consensys has previously come under close scrutiny by the United States' top regulator. The SEC, known for its strict regulatory oversight of financial markets and institutions, had previously initiated a lawsuit against the Ethereum-based software technology company.

The overall crypto market cap has gone down more than 8% as major tokens plummet, having yet to recover from the recent market crash. According to data from crypto.

OKX accepted responsibility for these deficiencies and expressed regret for failing to uphold its commitment to combating monetary crimes while also ensuring transparency within its operations. The $50.5 million penalty imposed by the DOJ signifies one of the largest settlements within the realm of crypto exchanges.

Russian hackers “Crazy Evil,” carried out a social engineering campaign that lured web3 job seekers to download malicious GrassCall app. The post Russian Hackers Use Malicious ‘GrassCall' Meeting App to Drain Crypto Wallets: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its civil enforcement case against Coinbase Inc. and Coinbase Global Inc.

Memecoins may not be subject to United States securities laws, according to a recent statement from the Securities and Exchange Commission. On Feb.

Bybit, the worlds second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has made significant strides in recovering assets and rebuilding trust following a recent security incident. The platform has swiftly implemented recovery measures and enhanced security protocols to protect its global user base.

BitMEX, the cryptocurrency exchange and derivatives trading platform co-founded by Arthur Hayes in 2014, is reportedly looking for a buyer. Sources say the exchange appointed Broadhaven Capital Partners last year to oversee the sales process.

Coinbase has secured a major victory as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially dismissed its lawsuit against the crypto exchange. The move, following a formal vote by SEC commissioners, prevents the regulator from reopening the case later.

A group of leading blockchain and crypto firms has formed the Open Agents Alliance (OAA) to deliver decentralized artificial intelligence (AI) services using shared infrastructure. The alliance includes NEAR AI, the AI and payments divisions of Coinbase, and various blockchain and AI projects.

The SECs Division of Corporation Finance has clarified that most meme coins do not qualify as securities under federal law. Meme coins, inspired by internet trends, characters, and social movements, are primarily traded for entertainment and speculative purposes rather than as investments in a business.

Brazil's central bank suspends public proposals, citing unresolved privacy and redundancy concerns.

Artificial Intelligence is changing at a breakneck speed, and a new AI tool that has been gaining a lot of attention lately is DeepSeek. The recognition was so significant that DeepSeek even caused a massive drop in Nvidia's stock price because it was able to make a great functioning AI tool without relying on overly expensive chips.

The U.S. SEC has dropped investigations into 5 crypto-related companies within 5 days. What led to this sudden shift, and how does it impact the crypto market?

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its case against Consensys, the company behind the widely used MetaMask wallet, marking a significant shift in regulatory actions against the crypto sector.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially withdrawn its lawsuit against Coinbase.