Everything web3, crypto, defi, degen
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 Stablecoin issuer Tether has held talks on investing in gold miners and royalty firms, after already acquiring $8.7 billion worth of bullion. Meanwhile, El Salvador bought nearly 14,000 ounces of gold for $50 million, its first central bank purchase since 1990. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has previously described gold as “natural Bitcoin,” and…
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 even; BTC leads at $112,300 ahead of ‘Corn Moon’ WLFI blacklists Justin Sun’s tokens for terms violations Stripe introduces…
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 Gensler’s text messages between October 18, 2022 to September 6, 2023 are now lost. A 45-day wipe policy and a rushed reset led to a permanent deletion, the agency’s watchdog said Wednesday. The loss may affect FOIA responses, with the National Archives being notified of the loss in June. The U.S. Securities and…
In brief Figma stock dropped nearly 20% to $54.56 on Thursday after its first quarterly earnings since going public. Ark Invest Tracker data showed more than 100,000 shares added to ARKW, though the disclosure has not yet been confirmed in ARK’s public filings ARK’s purchase is a “textbook” Cathie Wood move, Decrypt was told. Ark…
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 Figma shares fell nearly 20% Thursday to $54.56, down from a high of $122 in early August. Q2 revenue rose 41% to $249.6 million, slightly beating expectations, with 2025 adjusted operating income forecast at $88–$98 million. The firm disclosed $91 million in Bitcoin holdings but its CEO stressed it is “a design company,”…
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…
