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In brief SEC and CFTC leaders proposed a “24/7 Markets” policy to bring U.S. securities trading online around the clock, citing the nonstop nature of crypto and global markets. They also floated plans to ease rules for prediction markets, perpetual derivatives, and DeFi trading in line with a unified “super-app” model for finance. Critics warned…
In brief French police have freed a 20-year-old Swiss citizen held hostage in Valence. France has become Europe’s hotspot for violent crypto-related kidnappings, known as “wrench attacks.” Similar incidents are on the rise worldwide. French authorities have detained seven suspects following the kidnapping of a 20-year-old Swiss man, believed to be the latest case in…
In brief Bitcoin was flat over 24 hours, clawing back earlier losses to trade at $111,100, CoinGecko data shows. Goldman Sachs expects August payrolls to show 60,000 jobs added versus 75,000 forecast, with unemployment rising to 4.3%. Markets largely expect a 25-basis-point Fed cut on Sept. 17, though wage and unemployment surprises could sway the…
In brief XRP momentum has faded after breaking an eight-year all-time high price. Solana charts tell a different story today than the price action would indicate. And Pump’s PUMP is pumping once again, but can it last? The crypto market has rolled into September with characteristic uncertainty, as “Red September” fears collide with mounting optimism…
In brief Kraken has bought proprietary trading platform Breakout. It’s the latest acquisition by the crypto exchange. San Francisco-based Kraken has said it is planning to go public. U.S. crypto exchange Kraken has acquired proprietary trading platform Breakout, the company announced Thursday, as it continues its efforts to expand services ahead of a planned public…
In brief The draft legislation attempts to close loopholes and updates rules for evolving risks. The new change-in-control threshold for crypto firms would be lowered to 10%. A consultation will be open until September 30, with regulations to be put before Parliament in early 2026. The UK’s HM Treasury released a draft of proposed changes…
In brief Top markets on Myriad this week include predictions on the next move for Bitcoin and Solana. As prices slide, predictors are leaning bearish with odds swinging heavily on Myriad in favor of lower price targets. The NFL returns, and predictors on Myriad are offered slightly better odds compare to traditional sportsbooks for an…
In brief The SEC unveiled a new rulemaking agenda proposing major rollbacks of crypto asset regulation, with nearly half of 20 new rules focused on digital assets. Planned reforms include creating rules for crypto asset issuance and trading, redefining key terms like “dealer,” and allowing crypto on U.S. securities exchanges. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said…
In brief Bitcoin dipped 1.3% below $110,000 but recorded strong ETF inflows of $633 million over two consecutive days—the best performance since early August. Long-term Bitcoin holders are moving their coins into ETFs in what an analyst calls an unusual redistribution pattern. Market sentiment remains cautious with 65% of prediction market users expecting Bitcoin to…
September 4, 2025 | Asset Listings We’re thrilled to announce that ZIG is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading ZIG trading is live as of September 4, 2025. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re after, and hit ‘Deposit’. Make sure to deposit your tokens…
