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Shares of cryptocurrency-related companies fell sharply on Monday, following President Donald Trump’s recent executive order to establish a federal Bitcoin strategic reserve and rising concerns about U.S. economic policies. MicroStrategy (MSTR), the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, saw its shares tumble by 13%, while Coinbase Global (COIN) and MARA Holdings (MARA) also faced significant losses…
Margin trading is a powerful investment strategy that allows traders to borrow funds to increase their purchasing power. This method enables investors to open larger positions than their available capital, potentially amplifying both gains and losses. While margin trading is commonly associated with stocks, it is also widely used in cryptocurrency markets and other financial…
WhiteBIT, one of Europe’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has officially announced a strategic partnership with Bequant, a leading digital asset prime brokerage platform. This collaboration aims to enhance institutional cryptocurrency trading by combining WhiteBIT’s robust exchange infrastructure with Bequant’s advanced trading solutions. Enhancing Institutional Crypto Trading with Improved Liquidity and Security The partnership is expected to…
The cryptocurrency market has faced significant volatility following former U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a “Crypto Strategic Reserve,” which has led to sharp fluctuations in major digital assets. Bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, initially surged to $95,136 after the announcement but subsequently dropped by 11% to $83,455, nearly erasing its earlier gains. Other prominent…
Indonesia has witnessed a significant surge in cryptocurrency trading following the transfer of regulatory oversight from the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti) to the Financial Services Authority (OJK) on 10 January 2025. According to the latest report from OJK, the value of cryptocurrency transactions reached IDR 44.07 trillion in January 2025, marking a remarkable…
In a significant development for the digital asset industry, Swiss-based crypto custody technology firm Taurus has partnered with Turkey’s digital bank, BankPozitif. This collaboration will enable BankPozitif to leverage Taurus’ advanced custody technology to offer secure digital asset services to its clients. Taurus has established itself as a leading provider of digital asset custody solutions,…
In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, two emerging projects—Rexas Finance (RXS) and Remittix (RTX)—are making headlines as potential challengers to established players like XRP. Both platforms have secured millions in recent funding rounds, reflecting increasing investor confidence in innovative digital asset solutions. Rexas Finance (RXS): Pioneering Asset Tokenisation Rexas Finance recently raised over $5 million…
Cryptocurrency derivatives trading in Indonesia has shown remarkable growth, reflecting the increasing public interest in digital investment instruments. The introduction of cryptocurrency derivatives provides investors with additional flexibility to capitalise on price movements, opening more opportunities for participation in the rapidly expanding crypto market. Growth of the Cryptocurrency Market Recent data indicates a substantial increase…
Indonesia has taken a significant step forward in the cryptocurrency industry with the launch of DRX Token, a locally developed digital asset officially introduced by the Head of the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti). This initiative reflects Indonesia’s commitment to actively participating in the global digital asset ecosystem while fostering financial technology innovation at…
A UK court has sentenced Olumide Osunkoya, the operator of an illegal crypto ATM network, to four years in prison. This case marks the first time someone in the UK has been convicted for operating a crypto ATM without official authorisation. Illegal Operations and Modus Operandi Osunkoya, through his company GidiPlus Ltd, operated at least…