KBC Bank to offer Bitcoin, Ether to retail customers: Report
KBC Bank plans to offer Bitcoin and Ether investments to retail customers via its Bolero platform, pending regulatory approval expected later this year.
Bybit, OKX expand crypto services in Europe under MiCA
Bybit and OKX launched MiCA-compliant crypto exchanges in the EU, expanding services under Europe’s unified regulatory framework to attract more users.
Bybit Launches Bybit.eu, a Fully MiCAR-Compliant Platform for Europe’s Crypto Users ETHNews
Bybit launches Bybit.eu, a MiCAR-compliant crypto platform for Europe, offering regulated services, localized support, and advanced trading tools across 29 EEA countries.
Crypto hacks are a wake-up call for DeFi
Crypto hacks in 2025 highlight urgent security needs for DeFi and CEXs, with $2.1B stolen. Experts call for collaboration, risk management, and self-regulation to combat rising threats.
Kraken, Robinhood-backed MiCA-compliant Global Dollar stablecoin lands in EU
The Global Dollar (USDG) stablecoin, backed by Kraken and Robinhood, launches in the EU with MiCA compliance. Issued by Paxos, it offers one-to-one redemption and adheres to strict reserve requirements.
ZachXBT deletes call out of Ripple RLUSD adoption but questions trust
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT criticized Ripple’s RLUSD and Circle’s USDC, questioning their adoption and compliance. RLUSD’s growth was defended by an XRP supporter, while USDC faced allegations of illicit fund movement.
The Insider Threat: How Internal Actors Are Becoming Crypto’s Weakest Link – Brave New Coin
Insider threats in crypto are rising, with employees exploiting access for attacks. Recent incidents include a $2M hack via backdoors and social engineering. State-sponsored agents also infiltrate teams, highlighting security vulnerabilities.
First US Crypto Staking ETF Set to Launch Wednesday With SOL Yield Exposure – Featured Bitcoin News
The first US crypto staking ETF, offering SOL yield exposure, is launching Wednesday, marking a milestone in regulated digital asset investing with staking income potential.
Chainlink launches compliance tool to unlock $100T in institutional capital
Chainlink launched its Automated Compliance Engine (ACE) to help institutions comply with regulations, potentially unlocking $100T in institutional capital for crypto and reducing compliance costs.
Crypto Lifeline? Binance’s Emergency Contact Feature Could Save Your Stack – Exchanges Bitcoin News
Binance introduces an emergency contact feature to help users protect and transfer crypto assets to beneficiaries, addressing inheritance concerns in the cryptocurrency space.
