The U.S. Treasury Department issued its sweeping National Strategy for Financial Inclusion on Oct. 29, positioning cryptocurrencies largely as a consumer risk.

HKEX, a major global exchange group, is launching a new index series for Bitcoin and Ethereum to provide a transparent and reliable benchmark for pricing these cryptocurrencies in the Asian time zone. The index series adheres to EU regulations and aims to foster a dynamic virtual asset ecosystem in Hong Kong.

Thai immigration officials have busted a cross-border cryptocurrency scam that duped a local woman out of over $620,000.

Political parody memecoins have taken center stage, with tokens like MAGA and Kumala Herris drawing attention.

Ladan Stewart, a former top SEC lawyer who once led cases against big names like Ripple and Coinbase, is now pushing for a major change at the SEC. Stewart believes a new leader is urgently needed to fix the SEC's rocky relationship with the crypto industry.

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The President of the USA had a phone call in which he thanks the Nigerian President Bola Tinubu.

The following is an announcement by Nate Whitehill, CEO and co-founder of CryptoSlate. I'm thrilled to announce that Liam “Akiba” Wright has been appointed as CryptoSlate's new Editor in Chief.

Jimmy Patronis says his letter follows former President Donald Trump's plans for a national stockpile of Bitcoin.

According to a recent press release, crypto exchange OKX is partnering with Standard Chartered. The bank will operate OKX's third-party custody solutions for institutional investors.

The tokenization of real-world assets (RWA) is set to transform asset management, potentially reaching $600 billion in assets under management by 2030. The post Boston Consulting Group Calls RWA Tokenization ‘The Third Revolution in Asset Management' appeared first on Cryptonews.

In a recent development, financial giant Visa announced its partnership with Coinbase which can trigger a liquidity flood in the market. Users of VISA debit cards will now be able to deposit their funds directly into their Coinbase accounts almost instantly.

Crypto analysts suggest a Trump victory could give the crypto market a “dopamine hit,” but with considerable volatility already priced in, traders should remain cautious.

Coinbase has become the official crypto and blockchain partner for the Golden State Warriors and the Chase Center, the NBA team's home court.

OKX Ventures, The Open Platform, and Folius Ventures have teamed up to support innovation in the TON blockchain. The trio has established a $10 million Telegram Growth Hub to fund and support user-engaging blockchains, therefore expanding the Telegram mini-app ecosystem.

Coinbase and Visa have partnered to offer customers with eligible Visa debit cards the ability to instantly deposit, withdraw, and buy crypto.

OKX has announced a partnership with Standard Chartered, appointing the banking giant as a third-party crypto custodian for its institutional services. The post OKX Adds Standard Chartered as Third-Party Crypto Custodian for Institutional Investors appeared first on Cryptonews.

Crypto exchange Binance has launched Binance Wealth, a crypto exchange solution specifically designed for wealth managers serving high-net-worth individuals. This innovative platform enables wealth managers to facilitate client investments in cryptocurrencies seamlessly.

Binance introduces new loanable assets for its Binance Loans (Flexible Rate) and VIP Loan services, enhancing flexibility and options for users.

Paxos CEO Charles Cascarilla recently issued a letter to both Republican and Democratic candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, highlighting the critical role the next presidential administration will play in determining America's position in the crypto and global financial landscape.

Biden thanks Nigeria's Tinubu for securing the Binance executive's release and collaboration on anti-cybercrime efforts.

Digitalization is the way forward, and the European Central Bank has found the key: a digital Euro. In development since 2021, the planned digital Euro will help fast-track the region's shift towards safer and more convenient online payments.

More Siberian regions are cracking down on home crypto miners, with Novosibirsk law enforcers announcing the arrest of a resident of the Russian city. The post Russia's Novosibirsk Cracks Down on Home Crypto Miners appeared first on Cryptonews.

U.S. President Joe Biden has praised Nigeria's efforts in combating crypto-related financial crimes, including the recent release of a former Binance executive. Biden, Tinubu Strengthen US-Nigeria Ties With Crypto Crime Initiative The White House announced Tuesday that U.S.

As October draws to a close, the crypto market finds itself in a precarious position. Dubbed “Uptober” for its historically bullish trends, this October has not lived up to expectations.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan discusses the significant impact of cryptocurrency on the success of Polymarket, the world's largest prediction market.

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has received In-Principle Approval (IPA) for a Major Payment Institution license application in Singapore. The country's Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) green-lit the Winklevoss twins-founded exchange, as it aims to further cement its influence in APAC — but legal and regulatory troubles for Gemini persist.

As the U.S. election nears, Donald Trump's lead over Vice President Kamala Harris has reached new highs on Polymarket, registering a 66.7% chance of winning. With the possibility of a “Republican trifecta” in the presidency, Senate, and House, analysts predict that the chances for crypto-friendly legislation could increase.

In an open letter to Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, Paxos CEO and co-founder Charles Cascarilla warned that America's financial leadership hinges on whether the next presidential administration embraces digital assets and reforms outdated financial regulations.

Gambaryan has been released from a Nigerian prison following a high-profile pressure campaign by current and former government officials, members of Congress and state attorneys general

The MOU between Circle and HKT will explore blockchain applications in loyalty programs for Hong Kong consumers.

According to Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), the regulator is ready to approve more licenses for crypto exchanges. However, it reminded them that they must first undergo stringent compliance checks.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler, facing bipartisan pressure and Trump's vow to remove him, defended the agency's regulation by enforcement. SEC Chair Stands Firm: ‘We're Going to Continue to Do That Which We Do Well' U.S.

With the exception of the institutional asset RWA theme, most web3 segments struggle to convince enterprises to hop on board. DePIN is the next most logical beachhead where enterprises will be clamoring to get involved with digital assets, says Outlier Ventures' John Goldschmidt.

In his latest video analysis titled “I Just APED Into This Hidden RWA Altcoin Gem! [20x Potential],” prominent crypto analyst Miles Deutscher unveiled Chintai (CHEX) as his latest high-conviction investment within the Real World Assets (RWA) sector.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has joined an international crackdown on infostealer malware, seizing servers, domains, and crypto accounts linked to the theft of millions of credentials. International Operation Disrupts Redline and META Infostealers The U.S.

Web3 firm and Metamask's parent company Consensys announced on its blog on October 29 that it was laying off 160 employees across several departments, equating to about 20% of its workforce. The company explained that the massive fees it incurred during its legal battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, plus macroeconomic factors, contributed to the decision.

On a call Tuesday, Joe Biden credited the leadership of President Bola Tinubu following Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan's release from prison last week.

The leading crypto exchange by trading volume is launching a new platform built with high-net-worth clients in mind. According to a new press release, Binance is launching “Binance Wealth,” a platform tailored to wealth managers.

A recent report by A16zcrypto titled “Estimating the Number of Real Crypto Users” found that only up to 60 million current holders were actively using their cryptocurrency each month. The numbers represent only 10% of the estimated 617 million global holders, a number released by Crypto.com in June.

Lael Brainard credited Vice President Kamala Harris, who is campaigning to be the next US President, with helping expand “access to capital, credit, and economic opportunity.”

The cryptocurrency market navigates through another week, traders and investors are on high alert. With Bitcoin (BTC) maintaining its position above the $67,000 mark, several macroeconomic events are poised to influence market sentiment significantly.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has criticized the current Securities and Exchange (SEC) leadership for inconsistent regulations and urged the next SEC chair to withdraw frivolous cases and apologize to the public.

Decentralized finance (defi) platform Infinex has announced the completion of a $67.7 million NFT sale, backed by leading founders, foundations, funds, and communities across the blockchain ecosystem. The fundraise positions Infinex to usher in the “post-CEX (centralized exchange) era” of the crypto industry.

A recent report suggests that crypto bots are spreading propaganda tied to Chinese interests.

Binance says it has become the first crypto exchange to offer a wealth management solution. Binance Wealth, announced Tuesday (Oct. 29), lets wealth managers oversee the onboarding of their clients and make investment recommendations, and get support during onboarding and afterward, similar to traditional wealth management.

CEO Joseph Lubin announced the 20% layoff, citing broader macroeconomic conditions and the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) “abuse of power” as key factors. The post Consensys CEO Holds SEC ‘Abuse of Power' Responsible for 20% Layoff appeared first on Cryptonews.