Crypto.com continues Super Bowl bets while addressing CFTC's regulatory concerns. CFTC reviews sports contracts, examines “gaming” classification for Crypto.com and Kalshi.

Three years after FTX went bankrupt, its creditors are finally going to receive payments. These payouts will begin as early as February 18, starting with claims under $50,000.

Coinbase is reportedly lobbying American regulators to make bank-cryptocurrency partnerships more feasible. The country's largest crypto exchange called on banking regulators to clarify or amend their rules to allow banks to offer crypto custody and trading execution services, Bloomberg reported Tuesday (Feb. 4).

TL;DR Ozean partners with Tiamonds to tokenize diamonds and expand the offering of real-world assets (RWA) on its platform. Tiamonds will enable secure investment and trading of physical diamonds through blockchain technology. The alliance paves the way for innovative financial products and diversified RWA baskets in the DeFi ecosystem.

Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty plans to introduce a bill on Tuesday to create a regulatory framework for stablecoins, Bloomberg reported.

Richard Teng, the chief executive officer (CEO) and the world's largest cryptocurrency trading platform Binance, has taken to his official account on the X social media network (widely famous as Twitter in the past) to reaffirm the things Binance to focus on this year.

Senator Bill Hagerty introduced the GENIUS Act today in the Senate. The legislation, officially known as the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation in US Stablecoins Act, focuses on regulating stablecoins, which is a top priority for ‘crypto president' Donald Trump.

In a latest development, FOX Business Eleanor Terrett revealed in an X post that Senator Hagerty has introduced his stablecoin bill in the Senate. The bill is called the GENIUS (Guiding and Establishing National Innovation in U.S. Stablecoins) Act and aims to provide clear regulations for stablecoins.

Tokenization offers a blueprint for commodity markets, as it solves genuine problems.

Coinbase is urging U.S. banking regulators to allow banks to offer cryptocurrency services, including trading and custody. The crypto exchange argued that current regulations create unnecessary hurdles preventing banks from fully entering the digital asset market, according to Bloomberg.

“This measure is a decision to establish tax justice so that citizens who faithfully pay their taxes are not disadvantaged,” a local official said.

The Department of Justice's actions against DeFi developers raise concerns about liability and control, prompting calls for clearer legal definitions and policy reform.

Coinbase said it wants three top federal banking agencies to take certain steps to end alleged debanking in the crypto industry.

South Korea is taking a more aggressive stance against tax evasion by targeting high-income residents suspected of hiding wealth in cryptocurrencies. South Korean media outlet Energy Kyungjae reports Gwacheon, a city in Gyeonggi Province, has introduced an electronic virtual asset seizure system designed to identify and confiscate crypto holdings linked to tax delinquents.

Coinbase is demanding US regulators finally let banks jump into the crypto industry. The company sent letters to top financial agencies today—the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Federal Reserve, and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC)—insisting they clear the path for banks to offer services like crypto custody and trading execution.

TL;DR Coinbase asks U.S. regulators to remove barriers that limit banks from offering crypto services, such as custody and trade execution. It requests the withdrawal of an OCC letter that hinders banks from entering the digital asset market and seeks confirmation of the legality of partnerships with third parties.

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An analysis of the SEC's impact on staking in the U.S., highlighting potential steps to enhance blockchain security and innovation through supportive regulation.

Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer reported that crypto phishing scams drained $10.25 million from 9,220 victims in January, marking a 56% decline from December's $23.58 million in losses. However, the report notes that the bad actors have been evolving and implementing more sophisticated attack methods.

TL;DR Kraken has obtained a MiFID license in the European Union, allowing it to offer cryptocurrency derivative products in 27 countries within the region. The license was acquired after purchasing a Cyprus-based investment firm, previously approved by the CySEC, facilitating its expansion.

Trump's executive order could open doors for US investments in crypto, though details on funding and operations remain unclear.

Decentralized finance (DeFi) provides a crucial safety net for individuals facing sudden debanking scenarios, highlighting the vulnerabilities in traditional financial systems.

TL;DR Coinbase users lost over $65 million to social engineering scams between December 2024 and January 2025, highlighting the growing vulnerability of cryptocurrency exchanges. The scams involved phishing emails, spoofed customer service calls, and fraudulent websites mimicking Coinbase's interface.

What we've seen from Trump so far indicates TV chaos, but not on substance, so risks of any derailment may have decreased.

The FinCEN Database's mass financial data collection raises privacy concerns. Blockchain is proposed as a more secure alternative, according to a16z crypto.

Tomarket has announced the successful distribution of rewards from its latest biweekly airdrop, which covered the period from Jan. 16-27, 2025.

Blum Crypto has launched a new $5,000 giveaway to engage users who participate in its gaming ecosystem.

The surge to hit a new record was partly fueled by the popularity of micro bitcoin and ether futures contracts.

The SEC's application of traditional market rules to crypto has sparked debate. Tailored regulations are suggested to address crypto's unique features, fostering innovation while ensuring investor protection.

Coinbase, the largest custodian for US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs, wants US state-chartered banks to be allowed to provide and outsource crypto custody and execution services.

The securities regulator wants to hire staff for market surveillance and enforcement investigations.

Coinbase's push could reshape US banking by integrating crypto services, potentially increasing financial innovation and market competition. The post Coinbase calls for Fed, FDIC, and OCC to remove regulatory roadblocks for crypto banking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A Canadian man is facing serious charges after allegedly exploiting vulnerabilities in decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to steal roughly $65 million from investors, including those in the U.S.

AI Agents, Swarms of Agents, Blockchain and even DeepSeek are changing the game for businesses of all sizes. As Elon Musk recommends blockchain for the US Treasure.

In the most exciting week in crypto history with ups and downs, policy changes, and trade war; the U.S. SEC has introduced new rules requiring its staff to seek approval from top officials before launching formal investigations.

Ethereum and Solana have bounced back into full recovery mode after Donald Trump agreed to temporarily suspend tariffs on Canada and Mexico, signaling bullish times for meme coins. Since yesterday, $ETH has spiked from $2.5K to $2.7K, and $SOL has rebounded from $183 to $209.

Implications for users and the crypto market

In a latest development, Coinbase is reportedly lobbying U.S. banking regulators for more explicit guidelines that would permit banks to provide cryptocurrency custody and trading services. The exchange hopes to drive policy changes that would reduce current restrictions, allowing banks to engage more easily with the crypto sector.

Binance Research has revealed the rapidly changing trends on the cryptocurrency market, particularly regarding meme coins and tokens linked to the nascent artificial intelligence technology.

Coinbase makes the cut – finally. The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) only approves 14% of applications for financial institutions to operate in the country.

Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer, Paul Grewal, is set to testify before the US Congress this week as lawmakers investigate allegations that financial regulators systematically cut off banking access for cryptocurrency firms. The hearing, titled “Operation Choke Point 2.

Medjedovic allegedly stole $65M from DeFi platforms through misleading trades. Prosecutors believe he tried extortion and laundered stolen funds via crypto mixers.

Canada's ETF market may soon feature leveraged crypto funds as Evolve Funds moves to launch new Bitcoin and Ethereum products. For quite some time, Canada‘s crypto exchange-traded fund scene has been losing investors to the U.S.

Crypto analysts are abuzz amid individual and joint attempts to dissect the impact of the Solana-based token-launching platform, Pump.fun, on the altcoin market.

The TVL for RWA tokenization hasn't begun its climb just recently. It all started last November, amid a wider crypto market surge.

TL;DR The crypto market has shown remarkable resilience, rebounding strongly despite the ongoing tariff wars between the United States and China, with major cryptocurrencies regaining lost ground. The initial announcement of tariffs by President Trump led to significant declines and a record $2.29 billion in liquidations.

Crypto investigators ZachXBT and tanuki42 claim Coinbase neglected security lapses that cost users more than $300 million annually.