Telegram mini apps are rapidly changing how businesses interact with their customers, offering lightweight and easily accessible tools within the popular messaging platform.While the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors have been early adopters, companies in various other industries are also recognizing the potential of mini apps to reach Telegram's massive and engaged user base.

According to a report by Fox Business, citing sources familiar with the matter, the incoming Donald Trump administration may empower the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to regulate certain crypto assets.

An investigation by ZachXBT has linked addresses associated with a former professional Fortnite player and cybersecurity analyst with several high-profile account takeovers.

Scammers netted $3.5 million by hacking accounts like McDonald's and Usher, promoting fake tokens, and laundering funds via casinos.

Bitwise's 10 Crypto Index Fund was launched in November 2017, with the bulk of the index fund comprised of Bitcoin and Ether.

Bitwise is back in the spotlight, and this time, they're aiming high. They've proposed a 10 Crypto Index ETF to the SEC, something that could shake up the crypto investment world. But let's not get ahead of ourselves—this isn't a done deal yet.

Base Transactions Record reached 11.447 million on November 26, surpassing all other Layer 2 networks in a single day. Driven by Clanker's and Virtuals Protocol's popularity, Base DEX noted $42 billion in transaction volume, breaking its monthly record.

Russia's new crypto tax law classifies digital currencies as property, exempts mining from VAT, and mandates detailed reporting, signaling a seismic shift in regulation.

A branch of the South Korean High Court has sent the head of an amusement park-themed crypto scam to prison for 12 years. The post South Korean High Court Sends ‘Theme Park' Crypto Fraudster to Jail for 12 Years appeared first on Cryptonews.

THENA: The second-largest crypto is set to soar with its innovative smart contract platform. Off the Grid by Guzzella: This new decentralized platform is capturing attention with its unique security features.

Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, has emerged as a top contender for the role of the Wall Street cop, already scoring an interview with Donald Trump's transition team.

U.S. MetaMask users can buy cryptocurrency directly with Venmo via the MetaMask app or browser extension. The new feature brings the crypto offering closer to the masses by allowing users to link their Venmo accounts as a payment option.

After Bitcoin's (BTC/USDT) failed assault on $100K and a correction to the $90K+ zone, the market buzz is building for another attempt at six figures. Meanwhile, the Altcoin Season Index (ASI) has surged to 61, inching closer to the magical 75+ mark that signals a full-blown altseason.

MetaMask added a fiat on-ramp feature through Venmo, allowing US users to buy crypto using the payment app, according to a Nov. 27 announcement. Crypto-focused fintech Moonpay enabled the new payment method.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reports growing awareness of cryptocurrency in the UK, now at 93%, alongside a rise in ownership, which has reached 12% of adults, up from 10%. The average crypto holdings have grown to £1,842, with most new investors relying on family and friends for information.

Russian Lawmakers have approved the government's crypto tax bill, meaning industrial Bitcoin miners will soon have to pay levies on their revenues. The post Russian Lawmakers Approve Crypto Tax Bill: Miners to Pay 13-15% on Revenues appeared first on Cryptonews.

Japan police are now actively arresting users of overseas online casinos using a crypto “tracking tool” — a first for their government.

"Crypto Dad" Chris Giancarlo discusses how to regulate crypto, how to not regulate crypto and how to "future proof" the U.S. dollar.

As Donald Trump returns to the US presidency again, his pro-crypto stance has sparked optimism for Binance. IOHK founder Charles Hoskinson and crypto advisor and VC John Lilic are calling for a pardon for Binance founder Changpeng Zhao.

Bitwise Investment Management has filed an application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to start the 10-Crypto index exchange-traded fund (ETF). The ETF is designed to provide exposure to the Bitwise 10 Large Cap Crypto Index.

A wallet known for risky whale traders, sbfonchain.sol, made a series of trades on recently hot memes, finally swapping UBC and CHILLGUY for $1.05M in USDC.

Bitwise Asset Management has taken a bold step forward by filing to list its Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW) as an exchange-traded product (ETP) on NYSE Arca. This move sets the stage for what could be a transformative chapter for the well-known and diversified cryptocurrency investment vehicle.

Altcoin prices may remain subdued without fresh capital from retail traders, according to CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju. While institutional funds are tied to ETFs, retail FOMO could reignite altcoin momentum, suggesting a need for innovative strategies to attract liquidity.

BitWise filed an application with the SEC to create an ETF based on its 10 Crypto Index Fund. If approved, this would be the most diversified and extended crypto ETF in the US market.

Crypto's reputation is undergoing a makeover as the sector matures. Driven by regulatory clarity, technological innovation, and a shift toward solving real-world problems — particularly in payments and financial services — the industry's evolution is coming to reflect a growing synergy between traditional finance and decentralized technologies.

In a thread on X, Alex Svanevik, CEO of leading on-chain analytics platform Nansen, unveiled nine bold predictions for the crypto industry in 2025. Svanevik forecasts that the upcoming year will herald “the mother of all bull markets,” propelled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and widespread adoption across various sectors.

Asset mangement firm Bitwise has officially submitted the 10 Crypto Index ETF product's with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm's exchange partner, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) filed the 19b-4 officially earlier this month.

If Congress approves CFTC jurisdiction, it would put an end to years of regulatory discord and the SEC's misuse of authority.

According to the BBC, OneCoin founder Ruja Ignatova, AKA the “CryptoQueen,” may be laying low in Russia to dodge extradition and criminal charges.

President-elect Donald Trump is considering Paul Atkins, a seasoned financial regulator and advocate for deregulation, as the next chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Bloomberg News reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. According to the report, Atkins has emerged as a leading candidate to replace outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler.

Investors rotate into altcoins along a risk curve, starting with large-cap assets and eventually migrating into riskier low-cap coins.

Swiss wealth manager 21Shares has introduced four new crypto exchange-traded products in Europe, broadening its range of digital asset investment options.

Cega announced it has been acquired by a "leading platform" that chooses to remain private, according to one team member.

The global stablecoin market capitalization reached an unprecedented $190 billion in November, surpassing the previous all-time high of $188 billion set in April 2022, according to a recent CCData report. The sector experienced a robust 9.94% growth from October, marking the highest month-on-month increase since November 2021.

Paul Atkins, a former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner, is the favorite to become the next chair of the regulatory agency.

A newly launched decentralized finance (DeFi) altcoin is surging after earning a surprise listing by top crypto exchange Binance. In a new announcement, Binance says that it is launching futures contracts with up to 75x leverage for Morpho (MORPHO), a decentralized lending protocol built on the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain.

New IRS rules for crypto transactions in 2025 will tighten oversight on Bitcoin gains and tax reporting.

Responsible marketing in crypto cultivates transparency, education and trust, serving as a critical tool for project legitimacy and industry growth.

Avant, a crypto yield protocol developer similar to Ethena Labs, said it has raised $6.5 million in a seed funding round.

Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo has expressed strong support for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) taking on a larger role in regulating cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: "With adequate funding and under the right leadership, I think the CFTC could hit the ground running to begin regulating digital commodities on day one of Donald Trump's presidency," Giancarlo told FOX Business on Tuesday.

In the ongoing developments surrounding the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape, Donald Trump's team has reportedly consider a new Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair to replace the current chair, Gary Gensler. According to the latest report, the Trump's team has consider pro-crypto former commissioner Paul Atkins for the SEC chair position.

Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas stated that unless a big collapse happens, the altcoin-related exchange-traded funds (ETF) awaiting approval will make crypto “pretty wild.

BitAngels bridges digital and physical spaces to support Web3 ventures, offering a platform for innovation, investment, and DeFi evolution.

Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, emerges as a key SEC chair nomination contender under Trump amid leadership changes. The post Paul Atkins emerges as top contender for SEC chair under Trump administration appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The European Parliament approved its new slate of commissioners on Wednesday. Commissioners Stéphane Séjourné, Maria Luís Albuquerque and Henna Virkkunen are likely to have crypto within their purview.

Altcoins have been underperforming this cycle, raising doubts on whether this time will be different from previous altseasons. A crypto expert and onchain analyst provided one explanation of why it could be happening, looking at market dynamics.

According to a report released on November 27 by CCData, stablecoin trading volume surged 77.5% this month, reaching $1.81 trillion as of November 25. This figure places November as the most active month for stablecoin trading on centralized exchanges this year.