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FDIC Set to Discuss Rule That May Shape Banks’ Crypto Relationships

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s board of directors is set to discuss proposed rules that could impact crypto firms amid allegations of debanking. In a Thursday notice, the FDIC said its board would consider a notice of proposed rulemaking “regarding prohibition on use of reputation risk by regulators.” Though the agenda did not explicitly mention debanking concerns tied to digital assets, acting FDIC chair Travis Hill has previously criticized regulators for using “reputation risk” as justification to prevent some banks from engaging in crypto activities, such as allowing clients to…

Bitcoin, DeFi Rally, Zcash Top Weekly Crypto Performance: Finance Redefined

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The digital asset market staged a significant recovery over the past week following the end-of-September slump. Investor interest began to return, driven by a newfound appetite for safe-haven assets due to the uncertainty caused by the US government’s first shutdown in six years. The growing demand for safe-haven assets may see Bitcoin (BTC) follow gold’s rally, potentially leading to a new all-time high of $150,000 before the end of the year, according to Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards. Bitcoin recovered above the $120,000 mark on Thursday for the first time…

Crypto Funding Slows, but RWA, Stablecoin Startups Draw Capital

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Although digital assets continue to attract record interest from institutional investors, traditional banks and corporations, venture capital activity in the sector has slowed notably since the first quarter. Galaxy Research’s latest VC report showed that crypto and blockchain startups raised a total of $1.97 billion across 378 deals in the second quarter. That represents a 59% decline in funding and a 15% drop in deal count compared to the previous quarter. According to Galaxy, it was the second-lowest quarterly total since Q4 2020. Researchers observed that the long-term correlation between…

Walmart-Owned Bank App OnePay to Add Crypto Support: Report

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OnePay — a banking app majority-owned by Walmart — will soon roll out crypto support, according to CNBC. According to a Friday CNBC report citing anonymous sources, OnePay will soon offer cryptocurrency trading and custody to its users. The app is expected to support Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) later this year. OnePay has positioned itself as a US version of a “superapp,” modeled after China’s WeChat. The platform already offers banking services including high-yield savings accounts, credit and debit cards, loans and wireless plans. WeChat is China’s all-in-one “superapp,”…

Samsung teams up with Coinbase to unlock crypto trading and staking for Galaxy device users

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Key Takeaways Samsung Wallet now allows Galaxy users in the US to access Coinbase One, enabling crypto trading, staking, and payments directly within the app. The feature is enabled through a new integration with Coinbase, a leading crypto exchange. Share this article Samsung is teaming up with Coinbase to integrate Coinbase One into Samsung Wallet, giving 75 million Galaxy users in the US access to fee-free trading, staking, and crypto payments. The partnership links Samsung Pay with Coinbase accounts in the US, enabling Galaxy users to make payments tied to…

Nomura’s Laser Digital Prepares To Enter Japan’s Crypto Market

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Financial services holding company Nomura Holdings is preparing to expand into Japan’s cryptocurrency market through its Switzerland-based subsidiary, Laser Digital Holdings. A Laser Digital spokesperson confirmed Friday that the unit is in pre-consultation talks with Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) and intends to apply for a license to offer crypto trading services to institutional investors in the country.  However, the spokesperson told Cointelegraph that the application date remains “undetermined,” and will depend on the outcome of the discussions with the FSA.  If approved, Laser Digital would launch broker-dealer services for…

IPO-Ready Crypto Firms, Not Altcoins

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Wall Street’s growing interest in late-stage cryptocurrency firms could disrupt the traditional boom-and-bust cycle of digital assets, according to new research. Crypto financial services firm Matrixport said Friday that more than $200 billion worth of crypto companies are preparing initial public offerings (IPOs), which could raise between $30 billion and $45 billion in new capital. Matrixport said investor focus is rotating away from early-stage bets toward scalable, IPO-ready companies positioned for public markets. Continued selling by Bitcoin (BTC) miners and early adopters has “nearly neutralized ETF and treasury inflows, reducing…

Laser Digital in talks with Japan FSA for crypto trading license

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Key Takeaways Laser Digital, Nomura’s Swiss-based subsidiary, is seeking a crypto trading license in Japan. The subsidiary is in discussions with Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA). Share this article Laser Digital, Nomura’s Swiss-based subsidiary, is in discussions with Japan’s Financial Services Agency for a crypto trading license, according to Bloomberg. The subsidiary aims to offer brokerage services to financial institutions and crypto firms in Japan. CEO Jez Mohideen is leading efforts to enter Japan’s institutional crypto market through the regulatory approval process. The move positions Nomura to capitalize on Japan’s…

Justin Sun featured in Inaugural Crypto Roast and delivers keynote as TRON DAO serves as Title Sponsor at TOKEN2049

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Share this article Geneva, Switzerland, October 3, 2025 —  TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), proudly served as the Title Sponsor of TOKEN2049 Singapore, held on October 1-2, 2025. As Asia’s premier crypto event, TOKEN2049 brought together the global Web3 ecosystem for two days of networking, insights, and collaboration at the iconic Marina Bay Sands Singapore. Expanding TRON DAO’s community footprint TRON DAO kick started the week co-hosting an exclusive side event ‘Web3 Cyber Night By…

Etsy Witches Are Charing $73 For Customized Crypto Millionaire Spells

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Etsy witches have become a massive trend on social media this year — from romance spells to helping manifest fame. Did you know they can also apparently help you become a crypto millionaire?  The practice of witchcraft, once punishable by death by fire (or being pushed off a cliff), has become a talking point on TikTok. Online marketplace Etsy, which allows people to sell their handmade beanies and custom dog collars, has become a hub for the spellcasters despite having a ban on “metaphysical services.” Become a millionaire with this…