Sep 21, 2026 – Sep 23, 2026— curated & summarized by AI
CFTC Chairman Selig has called for markets to prepare for mass tokenization and 24/7 trading, warning that the shift is inevitable as the Trump administration pushes a financial market overhaul.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Blockchain.com have signed a preliminary agreement to offer tokenized US stocks and ETFs to crypto users, pending regulatory approval. The deal leverages NYSE's planned digital trading platform to bridge traditional finance and crypto.
BitMEX, known for introducing 100x leverage in crypto trading, has ceased all trading and deposits. Users can still withdraw funds, but fees now apply to balances left on the exchange. The platform's co-founder, Arthur Hayes, co-founded the exchange in 2014.
Nearly $18 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options are set to expire on Friday, with Bitcoin's options book being 'call-heavy.' This could significantly impact short-term market volatility and dealer hedging strategies. The large volume of call options suggests bullish sentiment among traders.
Tron has become the primary settlement layer for a significant portion of global USDT transfers, processing $150 billion to $190 billion weekly. Stablecoin cross-border flows surged 78% despite a 37% crypto market decline, highlighting their growing use in trade and remittances.
Last Week Tonight aired a segment detailing Donald Trump's crypto investments, including $1.4B in earnings, NFT ventures, and ties to Justin Sun, exploring how these could shape his political future and crypto regulation.
Total market cap shed 2.65% to $2.93T, with 24h volume declining to $120.5B from yesterday's $140.5B — a 14% drop that snaps the three-day volume recovery.
Elon Musk's X now lets U.S. users tap cashtags like $BTC to view live charts and trade crypto and stocks directly through Coinbase, Kraken, and Interactive Brokers.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw nearly $1 billion in inflows on Monday, marking the 9th largest single-day inflow ever. This surge came as Bitcoin prices reached their highest levels since January. The funds pulled in more on Monday than across the entire previous week, which had seen the weakest net inflow in their history.
Reap, a fintech company supported by Payward, is expanding its stablecoin offerings to include Mexican pesos and potentially other currencies. This move aims to enable 24/7 cross-border foreign exchange settlements outside traditional banking hours.
European central banks are pushing to extend a ban on stablecoin yields to include crypto lending and staking. They argue that these indirect yield structures blur the lines between electronic payment tokens and traditional bank deposits, potentially distorting financial competition. The European Central Bank (ECB) and other EU central banks also want to replace MiCA’s stablecoin bank-deposit requirements with liquidity thresholds, warning of potential risks to lenders.
Taylor Lindman, the SEC's top crypto lawyer, says the agency is working to make firms comfortable with blockchain technology and crypto assets by clarifying custody rules. The effort aims to bridge the gap between traditional finance and digital assets.
The crypto-focused political action committee Fairshake is investing $30 million to defeat Sen. Sherrod Brown in Ohio. This move comes after the Senate blocked the crypto industry’s Clarity Act, which Brown opposed.
U.S. federal prosecutors in Manhattan and the Justice Department are probing whether Binance allowed trades linked to Iran, potentially violating sanctions. Binance claims a 'zero-tolerance policy' for such violations, but prosecutors are scrutinizing its 2023 compliance measures.
Canada's six largest banks are testing a system to transfer digital commercial deposits between themselves. This could eventually connect to broader digital asset ecosystems, making bank transfers faster and cheaper.
$ROUTER is building a privacy-focused architecture for AI agents that encrypts prompts on the client side and processes them through Intel TDX enclaves. This approach aims to enhance data security and privacy in AI interactions.
A mixed session with BTC leading the watchlist. Total market cap at $2.917T (-0.69% 24h), but the headline masks a compositional divergence.
Grayscale’s Zcash ETF (ZCSH) is splitting 3-for-1 after a $233 million inflow surge, bringing its assets to nearly $890 million. This follows a rally in Zcash (ZEC) that has intensified mining competition.
Circle has launched a new service enabling institutional clients to borrow USDC by using their Bitcoin holdings as collateral. This allows them to access liquidity without selling their Bitcoin, a move that could attract more institutional interest in stablecoins.
Ondo has launched a new system allowing approved institutions to mint and redeem tokenized stocks and ETFs using the underlying securities. This in-kind conversion process simplifies the tokenization of traditional assets, potentially lowering costs and increasing efficiency. The move comes as the demand for tokenized stocks remains uncertain despite new SEC rules.
Hana Bank has issued South Korea’s first digital bond using Euroclear’s blockchain, shortening settlement time from 3-5 business days to the same day. This $100 million foreign-currency bond marks a significant step in blockchain adoption in traditional finance.
Hyperliquid has launched perpetual futures tied to the 'Bitcoin VIX,' enabling traders to go long or short on Bitcoin's 30-day volatility. This marks a significant step in crypto derivatives, offering new hedging and speculation opportunities.
Google and Apple are actively hiring experts in stablecoins and tokenized deposits, signaling potential future projects in these areas. This move indicates Big Tech's growing interest in crypto infrastructure. The roles cover consumer payment products and institutional blockchain services, particularly in Asia.
The European Central Bank (ECB) has launched a new system called Pontes to connect its payment infrastructure with blockchain-based financial markets. The ECB plans to use its own funds to buy tokenized bonds, specifically euro-denominated public-sector debt, settling transactions through the Pontes service. This move highlights the growing institutional interest in tokenized assets.
The Senate has rejected the Clarity Act, a crypto bill backed by former President Donald Trump. The bill aimed to provide regulatory clarity for the crypto industry, but its defeat leaves the future of crypto regulations uncertain. Critics argue that the failure to pass the bill benefits banks and offshore crypto hubs.
Venice AI's VVV token buy-and-burn mechanism is speeding up, primarily fueled by fiat revenue entering the crypto space. This indicates strong demand and potential for token scarcity.
The broad green conviction that defined September 19 has returned with greater force. Total market cap surged 2.35% to $2.873T, with 24h volume recovering to…
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