Vivian Nguyen

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Coinbase will offer 24/7 XRP and Solana futures trading starting June 13. The exchange's continuous trading is a first for a CFTC-regulated derivatives platform in the US. Share this article Coinbase announced today it will extend its 24/7 futures trading to include XRP and Solana (SOL) contracts starting June 13, aiming to offer US traders compliant access to altcoin derivatives amid shifting regulatory dynamics.

1 week ago | cryptobriefing.com | Vivian Nguyen

The SEC clarified that protocol staking on PoS networks is not considered a securities offering. Staking activities and related services are classified as administrative or ministerial rather than entrepreneurial. Share this article The US SEC has clarified that certain protocol staking activities on proof-of-stake (PoS) networks do not constitute securities offerings under federal law.

1 week ago | cryptobriefing.com | Vivian Nguyen

Banco Santander SA is exploring entering the stablecoin market and offering retail crypto services through its digital banking unit Openbank. Santander's plans include considering euro and dollar denominated stablecoins, with potential launches dependent on obtaining regulatory approvals.

1 week ago | cryptobriefing.com | Vivian Nguyen

Two Russian crypto entrepreneurs were kidnapped and extorted in Buenos Aires. Interpol has issued red notices for the Russian suspects who fled Argentina. Share this article A young Russian couple, who runs a crypto business in Buenos Aires, was kidnapped and extorted in the Palermo neighborhood after being lured into a meeting under pretenses. Authorities are now working with Interpol to locate the alleged Russian captors who fled the country.

1 week ago | cryptobriefing.com | Vivian Nguyen

The SEC has extended the review period for the Bitwise ETF proposal to July 31, 2025. The proposal seeks to list and trade shares of the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund on NYSE Arca. Share this article The US SEC announced today it will take an additional 60 days to determine whether to approve a proposed rule change from NYSE Arca to list the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund, which features major crypto assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, and Cardano.