Day: October 27, 2025

Michael Selig Confirms CFTC Nomination, but Questions Linger

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US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) official Michael Selig announced that President Donald Trump had nominated him to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), citing a focus on crypto policies. The move still requires Senate approval and comes as the agency operates with several open seats. In a Saturday X posts, Selig and White House crypto and AI czar David Sacks confirmed reports that Trump would nominate him to chair the CFTC, setting the groundwork for the departure of acting Chair Caroline Pham. Selig, whose nomination did not appear in…

BIP-444’s Legal Warnings Ignite Community Backlash

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BIP-444 suggests rejecting the fork could bring “legal or moral” risks, angering the community over the perceived coercive language. The Bitcoin (BTC) developer community is facing some disquiet after the publication of Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 444 (BIP-444), a “reduced data” soft fork that aims to restrict certain types of data storage on-chain. The proposal, introduced by contributor dathonohm and linked to long-time developer Luke Dashjr, has triggered debate due to language suggesting legal consequences for rejecting the fork. The Contentious Proposal Published on October 24, 2025, BIP-444 is labeled…

How High Can XRP Price Go in November?

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Key takeaways: XRP fractal indicates a 12% to 18% rally in November. On-chain data reveals the highest XRP withdrawal on record, boosting its bullish odds. XRP (XRP) is on track to end October in the red, slipping more than 7.5% so far this month despite a dramatic 109% rebound from its mid-October lows. XRP/USD daily chart. Source: TradingView The recovery came amid bullish developments, including Evernorth’s $1 billion XRP treasury purchase and Ripple’s favorable mention of the token in its Hidden Road acquisition announcement. These fundamentals boost XRP’s potential to…

Michael Selig Confirms CFTC Nomination, but Questions Linger

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US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) official Michael Selig announced that President Donald Trump had nominated him to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), citing a focus on crypto policies. The move still requires Senate approval and comes as the agency operates with several open seats. In a Saturday X posts, Selig and White House crypto and AI czar David Sacks confirmed reports that Trump would nominate him to chair the CFTC, setting the groundwork for the departure of acting Chair Caroline Pham. Selig, whose nomination did not appear in…

Coinbase joins Apollo to bring stablecoin credit to institutional markets

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Key Takeaways Coinbase Asset Management and Apollo will co-develop tokenized stablecoin-credit products set for 2026. The partnership bridges traditional credit markets with blockchain yield opportunities. Share this article Coinbase Asset Management (CBAM), the institutional arm of Coinbase Global, has entered a strategic partnership with Apollo Global Management to introduce stablecoin-based credit strategies for qualified investors. The collaboration aims to merge the stablecoin, private-credit, and tokenization sectors, creating high-quality, blockchain-native credit opportunities. CBAM will leverage Apollo’s credit underwriting and tokenization expertise to build innovative lending and investment products, expected to launch…

tZero plans 2026 IPO as crypto firms rush to go public

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TZero Group, a New York–based blockchain infrastructure company specializing in tokenized securities and real-world assets, has announced plans to go public in 2026.  The company on Monday disclosed plans for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. Founded in 2014, tZero helps companies raise capital and trade securities on blockchain-based platforms under US securities laws, including private offerings. CEO Alan Konevsky told Bloomberg that tZero is in talks with several banks but hasn’t chosen an underwriter. He said tZero, which employs just over 50 people and isn’t yet…

Vitalik Buterin and Anatoly Yakovenko Clash Over Ethereum’s Layer-2 Security

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Vitalik Buterin and Anatoly Yakovenko debate whether Ethereum’s Layer-2 networks truly ensure security and decentralization. A public exchange between Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has gotten attention in the X crypto community. The debate centered on the level of security that Ethereum’s Layer 2 (L2) networks offer. Security and Centralization Risks Buterin recently defended Ethereum’s L2 architecture on X, saying that even if 51% of validators collude or suffer a software bug, they cannot steal user assets. However, he acknowledged that there are limitations if the…

NYSE approves Bitwise Solana Staking ETF listing

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Key Takeaways The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has approved the listing of Bitwise’s Solana Staking ETF on NYSE Arca, pending SEC approval before trading can begin. Bitwise’s ETF would provide investors with exposure to Solana’s native token and its staking rewards. Share this article The New York Stock Exchange has approved the listing of Bitwise’s Solana Staking ETF on NYSE Arca, marking another step toward bringing crypto staking products to traditional markets. Bitwise, a crypto-focused asset manager, has been expanding its offerings in crypto funds with staking capabilities to…

Spot XRP, Solana, and Litecoin ETFs may launch in next two weeks, expert speculates

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Key Takeaways Spot ETF filings for XRP, SOL, and LTC may be approved once the US government shutdown is resolved. The SEC has acknowledged spot ETF filings for XRP from firms like Bitwise, 21Shares, and CoinShares, suggesting imminent decisions. Share this article Spot exchange-traded funds tied to XRP, Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) may launch within the next two weeks, ETF Store President Nate Geraci speculated. According to Geraci’s recent post, the only remaining obstacle to launching spot crypto ETFs is the US government shutdown, which, once resolved, could clear…