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In brief Base is an Ethereum layer-2 network launched by crypto exchange Coinbase. The exchange wants Base to onboard “billions of users to the cryptoeconomy.” In September 2025, Coinbase revealed that it is “exploring” a token launch for Base. Leading American crypto exchange Coinbase ventured deeper into the on-chain economy with the launch of its…
In brief The SEC said that Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund conversion into an ETF is approved for listing and trading. The fund tracks the price of Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and Cardano. Other ETFs tracking XRP and Dogecoin began trading on Thursday. An exchange-traded fund from crypto asset manager Grayscale that tracks the price…
In brief Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has defended the network’s long exit times for unstaking ETH. Exit times for unstaking ETH now exceed 40 days and have drawn criticism from within the crypto industry. Buterin argued that friction in unstaking is necessary to maintain Ethereum’s security. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has defended the network’s long…
Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. Subscribe to the Morning Minute on Substack.GM!Today’s top news: Crypto majors mostly rally post-FOMC; BTC at $117,300 SOL jumps 5% as Forward Industries announces $4B ATM BNB crosses $1,000 for first…
Trade popular U.S. stocks and ETFs 24/5 – self-custodial, and on your terms. We’re thrilled to announce that tokenized U.S. equities – powered by Backed’s groundbreaking xStocks innovation – are now live on Kraken Pro. For the first time, eligible non-U.S. clients can get instant, flexible exposure to some of America’s most iconic stocks and…
In brief A federal jury found Braden John Karony guilty of securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering in May. The FBI has opened a victim questionnaire to identify SafeMoon investors who may qualify for restitution and services. Observers say enforcement is catching up with DeFi, though restitution remains difficult in decentralized markets. A federal…
In brief Switzerland allowed Backed to avoid whitelisting xStocks. Tokenized Tesla shares have the largest supply. xStocks have roughly 30,000 unique holders. Balancing compliance needs against the open and accessible nature of decentralized finance ultimately brought Backed Finance to Switzerland, according to co-founder Adam Levi.The company was registered in the European nation because it allowed…
In brief Forward Industries, the largest publicly traded Solana treasury company, filed to raise $4 billion through an at-the-market equity offering to expand its SOL holdings. The company’s stock (FORD) fell 8.2% following the announcement, while the proceeds could more than double the $3.1 billion currently held in Solana treasuries. DeFi Development Corp. also registered…
September 16, 2025 | Asset Listings We’re thrilled to announce that STBL is available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading STBL trading is live as of September 16, 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…
In brief Publicly traded firms are starting to stack up Solana in addition to Bitcoin and Ethereum. The top firms have already amassed more than $2.5 billion in SOL. The leader, Forward Industries, maintains a balance of nearly 7 million SOL on its own. Michael Saylor popularized the digital asset treasury when his firm Strategy…
