Pakistan has officially opened its new virtual asset licensing regime, giving existing cryptocurrency businesses until September 5, 2026, to apply for regulatory approval or stop operating in the country. The licensing portal was launched by the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) as the country moves to bring its growing digital-asset sector under formal government…
Binance has reassured customers across the European Union that their digital assets remain secure as the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework officially takes effect across the bloc. The cryptocurrency exchange said users affected by the new regulations will continue to have access to essential account services, including withdrawals and eligible fund transfers, even as…
Coinbase has pushed back against the Bank for International Settlements’ (BIS) latest assessment of stablecoins, rejecting the institution’s claim that digital dollar-pegged tokens fall short of functioning as money. The response comes after the BIS released its Annual Economic Report 2026, in which it argued that today’s stablecoins do not satisfy the key characteristics required…
Bitcoin surged to a record-breaking high on Wednesday, surpassing previous milestones and signaling renewed investor confidence following a period of market turbulence. The world’s leading cryptocurrency reached an unprecedented $109,760.08 before slightly retreating to $108,117 — still up 1.1% on the day. This bullish momentum is being fueled by a combination of global economic factors,…
In a major milestone for the crypto market, Bitcoin has surged past the $100,000 mark for the third time in its history, reigniting bullish sentiment among investors and reaffirming its dominance in the digital asset space. According to data from CoinGecko, Bitcoin crossed the six-figure threshold at 3:22 PM UTC on May 8, registering a…
MicroStrategy has once again made headlines in the cryptocurrency world with another massive Bitcoin purchase. On Monday, the company revealed through a Form 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that it had acquired an additional 15,355 Bitcoins between April 21 and Sunday. This latest investment totaled approximately $1.42 billion, with each Bitcoin…
Solana (SOL) is back in the spotlight after breaking a crucial resistance level, fueled by a surge in meme coins and a record-breaking stablecoin market cap within its ecosystem. On Saturday, Solana climbed to $153 — its highest price since March 3 — marking an impressive 60% rebound from its lowest point this year. With…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has hit the pause button on a decision regarding Grayscale’s proposed Polkadot spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). In a filing published on April 24, 2025, the agency announced it would extend the review period, pushing the deadline to June 11, 2025. Grayscale is seeking to convert its existing Polkadot…
In a move that could significantly reshape the United States regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies and digital assets, Paul S. Atkins has officially been sworn in as the 34th Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The announcement was confirmed via an April 21 press release from the SEC, signaling a potential shift in…
BNB Chain is making a significant pivot in its strategy to support on-chain growth, following feedback from its community and ecosystem partners. The blockchain network has revamped its $100 million incentive program, moving away from its initial focus on centralized exchange listings, and opting instead for a direct investment model that involves purchasing tokens from…
