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Crypto ETPs Rebound With $224M Inflows Led by XRP: CoinShares

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Cryptocurrency investment products recorded minor inflows last week despite mixed geopolitical signals and increasingly hawkish investor expectations. Global crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) clocked $224 million in inflows last week, following a $414 million outflow a week before, CoinShares reported on Tuesday. The fresh inflows brought total assets under management to about $131.8 billion, roughly in line with levels seen at the same time last year. Year-to-date inflows also totaled about $1.2 billion, compared with $960 million over the same period last year. The inflows marked a brief rebound in sentiment…

Argentine Banks Test JPM Coin as Central Bank Reviews Crypto Ban: Report

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Argentine banks are reportedly testing JPMorgan’s deposit token infrastructure for back-end settlement workflows, even as the country’s central bank still bars lenders from offering most crypto-related services to clients, according to local outlet iProUP. A group of financial institutions has begun piloting JPM Coin, a deposit token designed for institutional use. Banco CMF is among the confirmed participants, working through its newly launched corporate unit QORP as part of JPMorgan’s minimum viable product, per the report. “In the first phase, banks are expected to work on integrating available services to…

Indonesian Authorities Used Crypto Data to Convict Criminals

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Onchain evidence was key to securing the conviction of three individuals for terrorism financing in Indonesia in 2024 and 2025, reflecting a clear shift in the way courts value onchain evidence. “Indonesian courts have demonstrated that cryptocurrency evidence — wallet addresses, transaction histories, on-chain flows — is not only admissible but can anchor a terrorism financing prosecution,” TRM said in a statement Sunday. TRM said terrorism financing networks have preferred cryptocurrency as a mechanism of choice to move money, as authorities and regulators have been slow to treat it with…

The growth of crypto betting in the digital economy

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The rapid evolution of digital finance has created new opportunities across multiple industries, and online betting is no exception. With the rise of cryptocurrencies, betting platforms are becoming faster, more secure, and easier to access for users around the world. As blockchain technology continues to reshape financial systems, crypto betting is emerging as a strong alternative to traditional online gambling. One of the biggest reasons behind this shift is the growing trust in decentralized systems. Cryptocurrencies remove the need for banks or third-party intermediaries, allowing users to make direct and…

SEC’s crypto safe harbor proposal moves to White House review stage

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The US SEC’s crypto safe harbor proposal, also known as Regulation Crypto Assets (Reg Crypto), is now under review by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), said Chair Paul Atkins during a Monday fireside chat at the inaugural Digital Assets and Emerging Technology Policy Summit hosted by Vanderbilt University and the Blockchain Association. First proposed last month, the framework would introduce a startup exemption for early projects, a fundraising exemption with structured reporting, and a safe harbor mechanism to signal when assets are no longer subject to securities…

SEC Chair Says Regulation Crypto Assets Proposal is at OIRA for Review

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The proposal includes a startup exemption, a fundraising exemption and an investment contract safe harbor for issuers.  US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins has revealed that a key crypto market safe harbor proposal has landed at the White House for review. Speaking at the Digital Assets and Emerging Technology Policy Summit on Monday, Atkins said the Regulation Crypto Assets proposal — outlined by the SEC in mid-March — has now been submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. “We will have reg crypto that we will…

Tushar Jain: Institutional interest in crypto remains strong during downturns, regulatory yield negotiations are crucial, and token projects face a four-year window to decentralize

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Key takeaways Institutional interest in crypto remains strong despite market downturns. Regulatory negotiations over yield language are critical for the future of crypto regulation. Token projects may have a four-year window to decentralize to avoid being classified as securities. New regulations will require uniform disclosure forms for token projects and exchanges. The SEC’s disclosure requirements may hinder investor access to crucial information. The separation of token entities and foundations complicates business operations. Regulatory constraints increase operational friction in crypto startups. Token projects should focus on value accrual to the token…

Stablecoins dominate crypto trading volumes amid geopolitical tensions

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Stablecoins now lead crypto trading volumes, showing a shift towards safer assets amid geopolitical tensions. Bitcoin’s odds of reaching $100,000 by June 30 face pressure, with current market sentiment skeptical. The focus on stablecoins indicates a risk-off environment, as investors prioritize safety over volatility. This trend could affect Bitcoin’s price targets, especially with odds for exceeding $100,000 by June 30 under scrutiny. Geopolitical tensions involving the US, Russia, Iran, and Venezuela drive the use of stablecoins as financial workarounds. The stablecoin surge suggests reliance on digital dollars to bypass traditional…

The Future Of Institutional Crypto Runs Through Prime Brokerages

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Opinion by: Dominic Lohberger, chief product officer at Sygnum. Counterparty risk in crypto markets has always moved in cycles. Exchanges default or get hacked. Standards tighten for a while. Then, complacency quietly returns as losses are forgotten.  What is happening this time is different.  Leading traditional finance players entering crypto must adopt practices from established financial markets. For the first time, the infrastructure exists to enable them to do so. They can mirror assets held with regulated custodians onto trading venues without ever depositing on-exchange.  This is a lasting change…

Iran War Bets Put Crypto Prediction Markets on the Macro Map

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Prediction markets rapidly repriced the odds of US escalation in the Iran conflict, offering a real-time signal of geopolitical risk for traders. Odds on platforms such as Polymarket and Kalshi shifted in real time as President Donald Trump paired new threats with signals of possible negotiations on Sunday, while Bitcoin (BTC) rose more than 3.5% on Monday. Crypto prediction markets are no longer a sideshow during periods of geopolitical tension, with professional desks increasingly using them to gauge macro risk, according to Sygnum Bank chief investment officer Fabian Dori.  …