Crypto.com Secures MiFID License to Offer Crypto Derivatives Across Europe
Crypto.com has obtained a MiFID license through its Cyprus acquisition, enabling it to offer regulated crypto derivatives across the EU—joining the growing wave of exchanges rushing to comply with Europe’s regulatory framework.
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Full list of NatWest changes to hit accounts ‘within days’
The banking giant has confirmed it will cut interest rates on four savings accounts from May 30 which means customers may get less on the money they put in. …
More than 1m pensioners hit by highest tax rates in ‘triple whammy’
The freeze on tax thresholds was first introduced by the Conservative government in 2021 and extended through to 2028 before the last General Election …
Mastercard to pay 46m Brits £70 after legal row
People can claim the money even if they didn’t own a Mastercard. …
Santander makes unpopular change to accounts in message to customers
One of the UK’s largest banks has messaged customers to explain a change it is making to one of its current accounts. …
New York Mayor Eric Adams Moves to Launch Crypto Advisory Council
NY Mayor Eric Adams unveiled a digital assets advisory council at the inaugural NYC Crypto Summit, aiming to attract fintech jobs and investment.
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Metaplanet is Japan’s Most Shorted Stock, Says CEO Amid Global Short Squeeze Speculation
Metaplanet is now Japan’s most shorted stock, says CEO as Bitcoin bulls warn of a global short squeeze.
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Blackstone Makes First Crypto Move With Investment in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF
Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager, has made its first move into crypto markets, purchasing shares in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), a spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund.
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South Korea FSC Implements Strict KYC for Crypto Exchanges, Allows Selling of Crypto From June
The move arrives at a time when South Korea is reviewing a plan to “gradually allow corporations” to buy, sell, and hold cryptoassets.
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Ripple CEO Slams Sen. Lummis After Canceled Talks – $5B Circle Bid Looms
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has rebuked Sen. Cynthia Lummis for canceling a planned meeting in Washington, as Ripple has advanced a $4–5 billion bid for USDC issuer Circle. Circle remains in talks with Ripple and Coinbase, whose stake in Circle and control of USDC operations strengthen its position.
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