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EU Sanctions Crypto Exchange HTX Over Alleged Support for…
The European Union has added HTX and 13 other cryptocurrency service providers to its sanctions list, accusing them of helping Russian users bypass restrictions linked to the war in Ukraine. The measure includes a transaction ban but not an asset freeze.
EU Adds HTX to Russia Sanctions Two Months After UK's Action Against Crypto Networks
The European Union has added cryptocurrency exchange HTX to its latest package of sanctions against Russia, expanding efforts to restrict financial networks that European authorities say have helped Moscow bypass existing restrictions. The package was adopted yesterday (Thursday) and covers Russian banks, cryptocurrency service providers, oil traders, the so-called shadow fleet and energy revenues
India Demands GitHub Restrict Access to Dorsey’s Bitchat Decentralized Messenger Repos
Indian authorities have ordered GitHub to limit access to repositories of the decentralized messenger Bitchat, created by Jack Dorsey, amid protests in Delhi where such apps were used during mobile internet shutdowns.
Citadel Securities Has Now Bought Into Two Crypto Exchanges…
Citadel Securities has taken $400M stake in Crypto.com and $200M in Kraken at $20B valuations each, underscoring the market maker's strategy to bridge traditional finance and digital assets.
BitMEX Faces 622 BTC Class Action As Exchange Prepares To…
A proposed class action seeks return of more than 622 BTC from BitMEX, alleging its liquidation system was designed to profit from forced liquidations. The exchange separately announced it will shut down on September 23.
Cointelegraph Research Analyzes Tokenized Private Credit for SMEs
A new Cointelegraph Research report examines how tokenizing private credit for European SMEs changes the infrastructure but not the underlying credit fundamentals, highlighting active loan books ranging from $16M to $2.22B across leading protocols.
Bitcoin Mining Pool Poolin Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Poolin, a Bitcoin mining pool, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States, listing liabilities between $100 million and $500 million against assets of just $1–10 million.
Ethereum Nears Cycle Bottom vs Bitcoin, Reversal Unconfirmed: CryptoQuant
Ethereum is trading 17% below its realized price, approaching historical bottom levels against Bitcoin. However, only two of five on-chain metrics have reached prior cycle floor zones, and analysts say a reversal is not yet confirmed.
AI overwhelms bug bounty programs, forcing closures and payout cuts
AI-generated vulnerability reports are overwhelming cybersecurity firms, leading to program closures and reduced payouts for basic bugs. Verification has become the main bottleneck, with the market splitting between cheap automation and high-value exclusives.
Russian Federation Council Approves Crypto Purchase and Exchange Law
Russia's upper house approved a law regulating cryptocurrency purchases for investors, setting annual limits and testing requirements. Crypto exchanges must register and hold at least 15 million rubles in capital.
Kraken xStocks Tokenizes Hong Kong Stocks After $35B Run
Payward, the parent of Kraken, has signed a deal with fintech firm GTN to tokenize Hong Kong-listed shares and expand the xStocks framework into international markets.
BitMEX Accused of Misappropriating 622.66 BTC in Class-Action Lawsuit
BKX Services and investor David Namdar filed a class-action lawsuit against BitMEX, alleging the exchange's internal trading desk accessed user position data and traded during outages. They also claim BitMEX force-closed trades with sufficient margin and diverted funds to an insurance fund.
BitMEX Is Closing, but the Perpetual Swap Is Just Getting Started
BitMEX announced it will close its exchange on 23 September 2026, ending the venue that popularized perpetual swaps. The product itself is expanding into regulated US markets and traditional assets.
Brazilian Farm Gets Loan Backed by Tokenized Cows
A Brazilian farm has become the first in the country to secure a loan using tokenized cattle as collateral. Ten cows valued at 120,000 reais (~$23,300) backed a 100,000 reais (~$19,400) loan, with smart collars providing real-time data for asset tracking.
Unknown Hacker Takes Over Robinhood CEO's X Account to Promote Vladhood Token
An attacker gained access to the X account of Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev and promoted a token named Vladhood (VLAD), claiming it was the official mascot of Robinhood Chain. The token was launched 46 minutes before the hack, and trading volume on Uniswap exceeded $22 million in the first few hours.
Bitfinex Highlights $68K BTC Support; BitMEX Closure, Other Crypto News
Bitfinex analyzed the $68,000 level as key support for Bitcoin. BitMEX announced its closure, and other developments include AFX Trade halting its bridge, Grayscale linking BTC bottom to Fed policy, and Kazakhstan approving strategic mining rules.
UN Report: Scam Losses in East and SE Asia Reach Up to $114 Billion in 2025, Crypto Role Highlighted
A UN Office on Drugs and Crime report estimates scam losses in East and Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand at $88.3–114.1 billion for 2025, with China, South Korea, and Taiwan recording the highest official losses. The report highlights the restructuring of regional criminal economies into cross-border networks and the growing role of cryptocurrencies in laundering proceeds.
What Does BitMEX’s Closure Reveal About New US Routes for Crypto Perpetuals?
BitMEX will close on 23 September after an 11-year run, putting a spotlight on the CFTC's newly defined regulatory routes for crypto perpetuals in the US. Offshore venues still lead volumes, however.
Kazakhstan Approves Strategic Digital Mining Rules
The Kazakh government has approved regulations for strategic digital mining, effective August 1, requiring miners to transfer part of mined assets in exchange for electricity quotas.
Strategy Launches Bitcoin Security Consortium with $15M Pledge
Strategy announces the Bitcoin Security Consortium, committing $15 million over three years to fund developers and researchers, with an initial focus on quantum computing risks.
Binance Captures 74% of ETF Perpetual Contracts Market
Binance now holds 74% of the market for perpetual contracts on ETFs, up from 18% at launch, according to Binance Research. Total TradFi-Perp trading volume exceeded $1.6 trillion from January to July 2026.
Crypto Exchange BitMEX to Cease Operations from September 23
BitMEX, a crypto exchange that operated for over 11 years, will fully shut down from September 23. New account registrations have already been halted, and users are urged to close positions and withdraw funds.
BitMEX, Pioneer of Crypto Perps, Closes Down Just as the Market Heats Up
BitMEX, the exchange credited with inventing crypto perpetual swaps, will close operations on 23 September 2026. The wind-down follows a strategic review amid rising regulated competition onshore.
Bitcoin Faces $68K Resistance, $63K Key Support – Analysts
Bitfinex analysts identify $68,000 as key resistance where short-term holder average entry price and Q2 opening level converge. Capital.com's Kyle Rodda sees $63,000 as crucial support.