Author: Isabella Taylor

Solana Mobile is preparing to launch its SKR token in January, marking the start of a new phase for its open mobile ecosystem. Summary New SKR token launches in January with a model built around staking, rewards, and community security. Seeker phone adoption is rising, with strong activity from builders and early users. The Guardians network aims to decentralize device verification and app review starting in 2026. In a Nov. 3 announcement on X, Solana Mobile introduced SKR as a tool to help users support builders, secure devices, and take part in shaping the mobile platform. At launch, SKR will…

Binance is once again at the center of a legal dispute following a 2022 incident that led to the loss of significant user funds. Summary Florida’s appeal court has reinstated a lawsuit claiming Binance failed to freeze and recover roughly 1,000 BTC stolen in 2022. The ruling found Binance maintained sufficient U.S. and Florida contacts through affiliates and infrastructure, overturning a lower court’s dismissal. The case returns to trial court, adding pressure on offshore exchanges facing similar negligence and stolen-asset lawsuits. A Florida appeals court has reopened a long-running dispute involving Binance after finding the case deserves another look. According…

Connecticut has taken action against several major trading platforms after finding that their sports-related markets crossed a legal line. Summary Connecticut ordered Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com to stop offering unlicensed sports event contracts. Regulators say the platforms lack age checks, security standards, and consumer protections required in the state. Kalshi challenged the order in federal court, while Robinhood cited CFTC oversight and Crypto.com has yet to respond. Connecticut moved to block several fast-growing prediction market platforms from offering sports-related contracts in the state, setting up the latest clash over where trading ends and gambling begins.  The action was announced on…

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has moved to block the launch of highly leveraged exchange-traded funds designed to deliver three to five times the daily performance of stocks and cryptocurrencies. Summary SEC issues warning letters sent to issuers like Direxion, ProShares, and Tidal Financial over funds attempting 3x–5x daily exposure to stocks and cryptocurrencies. The SEC cited excessive value-at-risk exposure above the 200% legal threshold, requiring firms to adjust strategies or withdraw filings. ProShares quickly withdrew several applications; leveraged ETFs remain popular but risky, highlighting the regulator’s caution amid growing retail interest in crypto-linked products. The agency issued…

When Sony Bank tapped Bastion to become its sole stablecoin issuance provider, it marked one of the clearest signals yet that the world’s largest enterprises are preparing for a future built on digital dollars. For Nassim Eddequiouaq, CEO of Bastion, the partnership is more than a milestone — it’s validation of a vision he’s been driving toward for years: regulated, enterprise-grade stablecoin infrastructure that can operate at global scale. Summary Sony Bank has selected Bastion as its exclusive stablecoin issuance provider, signaling a major push by a global enterprise into regulated digital dollars. Bastion will manage issuance, reserves, compliance and…

Coinbase Institutional released its monthly outlook report on Wednesday, indicating that conditions may favor a market reversal in December following Bitcoin’s underperformance in November. Summary Bitcoin underperformed in November, falling more than three standard deviations below its 90-day average, while U.S. equities saw milder declines. Market conditions may favor a December reversal, as the end of quantitative tightening and potential Fed rate cuts could unlock sidelined cash into Bitcoin and crypto vehicles. “I am bearish on the Fed and what they continue to do to the value of the dollar,” James Lavish says. “Bitcoin captures this.” The cryptocurrency exchange’s institutional…

Ethereum has officially implemented its Fusaka upgrade, designed to increase the network’s transaction processing capacity while maintaining security and decentralization standards, according to network documentation. ETH co-founder Vitalik Buterin tipped his hat to the developers behind the initiative. Summary Ethereum rolls out Fusaka upgrade to boost transaction processing while keeping security and decentralization intact. Key innovation is EIP-7594 (PeerDAS), allowing nodes to verify block data without downloading everything, improving efficiency. Upgrade supports scaling and DeFi growth, helping Ethereum handle millions of daily transactions and maintain its leading smart contract ecosystem. “Big congrats to the Ethereum researchers and core devs who…

Former SEC Chair Gary Gensler isn’t letting crypto enthusiasts off the hook anytime soon. Summary Gary Gensler doubles down on skepticism, calling most cryptocurrencies (beyond Bitcoin and USD-backed stablecoins) speculative assets lacking fundamental value. Investor caution is key, as Gensler warns that political narratives and ETF hype don’t reduce the underlying volatility or risk. Regulation vs. innovation: Gensler maintains that protecting investors and fostering crypto innovation can coexist, despite ongoing sector mistrust. In a recent Bloomberg interview, he reminded the market that most digital tokens remain speculative, volatile, and poorly understood by retail investors—even as the Trump administration and politicians…

Coinbase Global Inc. got a welcome jolt Wednesday afternoon as Bitcoin sprang back above $93,000 — a reminder that Coinbase and the world’s largest cryptocurrency remain a co-dependent duo. Summary Coinbase shares climbed on Wednesday as Bitcoin surged back to just under $94,000. Despite a recent downgrade, bullish sentiment remains, boosted by strong Q3 earnings and continued buying from Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest. Crypto-linked stocks are rebounding from a broader market pullback. The stock closed at $276.92 per share on Wednesday, up over 5%. The logic is simple: when Bitcoin rallies, people trade more. When people trade more, Coinbase earns…

Solana got a midweek boost after SkyBridge founder Anthony Scaramucci took to CNBC to declare the blockchain a top contender in the race to become the industry standard for tokenized assets. Summary Anthony Scaramucci says Solana is primed to become a global standard for tokenized assets as blockchain rails replace legacy financial plumbing. SkyBridge holds Solana as a core position, with Scaramucci comparing today’s landscape to the early days of cloud computing—where multiple big winners emerged. SOL’s price rebound shows strong support near $120–$125, but bulls still need a breakout above $158 to flip the trend. In classic Scaramucci fashion,…