Exchanges
MEXC Ends Services for Russia and Belarus Users, Citing Compliance
MEXC is winding down accounts for users in Russia and Belarus, citing global compliance, as EU sanctions and Russian domestic rules tighten restrictions on crypto access.
SEC Approves Ripple-Backed Evernorth to Raise Funds for XRP Treasury
Evernorth Holdings can issue up to 11.5 million shares upon warrant exercises, potentially raising $132.25 million for XRP purchases.
Binance to reprice bStocks collateral 24/7 starting Oct. 24
Binance will update the collateral value of tokenized stock certificates around the clock from Oct. 24, potentially reducing margin cushions when US equity markets are closed.
Binance US and Blockchain com Seek CFTC Approval for Prediction Markets
Both companies have filed with the CFTC to offer regulated event contracts and derivatives to US customers, as crypto firms diversify beyond digital assets.
Deka Launches Crypto Trading for Sparkassen Savings Banks
DekaBank has launched crypto trading for participating Sparkassen, offering Bitcoin and four other cryptocurrencies with a €0.99 fee per trade and restricted transfers.
Musk Backs Tesla-SpaceX Merger, Stablecoin Transfers Hit $891B, Bitget Plans Thai Acquisit...
Elon Musk says merging Tesla and SpaceX is a 'good idea' as AI becomes SpaceX's largest revenue segment; a Coinbase-commissioned report shows stablecoin transfers reached $891 billion in Q3; Bitget announces plans to acq...
Hyperliquid Leads Perp DEX Fees While Facing Laundering Report
Hyperliquid generated $2.5 million in 24-hour fees on October 20, far outpacing rivals, but a new report alleges a laundering service on its platform processed over $20 million tied to illicit activity.
Decibel Trade activates Aptos Encrypted Mempool to conceal pending orders
Decibel Trade has enabled Aptos' Encrypted Mempool, allowing traders to encrypt order details while transactions are pending, aiming to reduce frontrunning and sandwich attacks.
BitGo Expands Canton Network Role with Institutional Custody and Token Support
BitGo now offers custody for Canton Coin, USDCx, and cBTC, along with trading and settlement through its Go Network, positioning itself as the only regulated custodian on the Canton Network.
BNB Chain's October Burn Retires 1.9% More Tokens as Dollar Value Climbs 28.5%
The BNB Foundation's 37th quarterly burn destroyed 1,646,196.44 BNB, about 30,369 more tokens than July's event, while the disclosed dollar value rose far faster due to a higher implied per-coin valuation.
Gate Expands Beyond Crypto Into Stocks and Prediction Markets
Gate's Jason Fung outlines a push to keep more of customers' financial lives on one platform, from USDT-funded stock trades to prediction markets, as spot trading volumes at top exchanges decline.
Crypto Platforms Push Super App Model to Become Everyday Money Tools
ChangeNOW's Martin Masser explains why crypto platforms are expanding beyond trading into payments and other services, and what determines whether users return between transactions.
SoFi Adds PENGU Token to Banking App, Price Climbs 8.9%
SoFi, the first nationally chartered US bank to offer consumer crypto trading, now lets its over 15 million members buy, sell, and hold the Pudgy Penguins token directly in its app.
Crypto's 2026 Shutdown Wave Claims 82 Projects, Raising Sustainability Questions
A researcher has identified 82 crypto projects that reportedly shut down in 2026, as a prolonged bear market and weak revenue models strain DeFi, infrastructure and Web3 gaming ventures.
Fidelity cuts IPO minimums to $25,000 as US listings slow
Fidelity has reduced the minimum assets required to participate in IPOs to $25,000, down from $100,000 or more, amid a slowdown in US listings and a broader push by brokerages to attract smaller investors.
Sophon to Shut Down Ethereum Layer 2 Network by Nov. 30
Sophon Chain will permanently shut down its Ethereum Layer 2 mainnet on Nov. 30, 2026, with users required to withdraw assets by Nov. 25 to avoid permanent loss.
Bitget Agrees to Buy Licensed Thai Exchange Weeks After $388M Hack
Bitget plans to acquire GMO-Z.com Cryptonomics (Thailand) to expand in Southeast Asia, subject to regulatory approval, weeks after a $388 million security breach.
OKX Brings Shield Account Protection to US With Up to $500,000 Coverage
OKX has launched its Shield program in the US, offering tiered reimbursement for unauthorized account takeovers. The program follows an EEA debut and includes mandatory security measures.
Bitcoin Suisse begins trading, custody and staking services in Portugal under MiCA license...
Bitcoin Suisse has launched trading, custody and staking in Portugal through its EU-licensed entity, targeting high-net-worth individuals, family offices and institutional clients.
Ethena Founder Says DEXs Are Winning on Efficiency Over Centralized Rivals
Guy Young argues decentralized exchanges hold structural advantages in execution, custody, and operating costs. DEX spot trading volume reached 25% of global markets in May 2025, with perpetual DEX volumes climbing above...





















