top of page
South Korea’s Digital Asset Basic Act Delayed to 2026 Amid Stablecoin Dispute
South Korea’s top securities bourse, the Korea Exchange (KRX), has declared it is technically and operationally ready to list Bitcoin ETFs and other virtual asset ETFs, as well as move toward 24/7 trading starting in 2026. Chairman Jeong Eun-bo announced plans to introduce new crypto investment products and derivatives as part of a broader strategy to tackle the long‑standing “Korea Discount” and modernize the country’s capital markets.
Keyword Financial
Jan 29 min read
Solana ETF Approved: Will SOL Price Skyrocket to $300 After SEC Greenlight?
The U.S. SEC approved 21Shares’ Form 8‑A (12B) for its Solana Spot ETF, officially registering it on the Cboe BZX Exchange and signaling trading could begin soon. This SEC approval has fueled bullish market sentiment, with investors debating whether Solana (SOL) can rally to $300 and set new all‑time highs.
Keyword Financial
Oct 17, 20255 min read
Historic SEC Decision: Generic Listing Standards to Accelerate Crypto ETF Approvals
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved generic listing standards for crypto ETFs, streamlining the process for spot digital asset exchange-traded funds. Under Rule 6c-11, stock exchanges such as the Nasdaq, NYSE Arca, and Cboe BZX can now list crypto ETFs without requiring case-by-case approval from the SEC.
Keyword Financial
Sep 17, 20254 min read
The Smoke and Mirrors of Bitcoin ETFs: A Honest Look at Wall Street's Latest Ploy
Bitcoin ETFs remain controversial due to regulatory uncertainties and volatility risks, challenging investor trust and adoption.
Keyword Financial
Jul 19, 20247 min read
Makina Protocol Hack: Why Early 2026 is Seeing a Surge in DeFi Exploits
Makina, a DeFi protocol, reported a $4.2 million exploit on 20 January 2026 tied to liquidity providers in its DUSD/USDC Curve pool, adding to rising DeFi attacks in early 2026 with over $34 million in losses already recorded.
China Takes Custody of Alleged Pig Butchering Mastermind Behind Record BTC Seizure
Chinese authorities have taken custody of Chen Zhi, a businessman described by U.S. officials as a central figure in a major Bitcoin scam and money laundering operation linked to a record $15B bitcoin seizure. Chen, 38, is the chairman and founder of Cambodia-based Prince Group, a conglomerate that U.S. and U.K. authorities allege was used as cover for transnational criminal activity; Prince Group has denied the allegations.
CLARITY Act Update: DeFi Carve-Out, Digital Commodities, and the Next Phase of Crypto Market Structure
Washington is preparing a January markup for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act) of 2025, a major U.S. crypto regulation proposal designed to reduce the long-running SEC vs CFTC jurisdiction fight and create clearer rules for digital assets trading.
bottom of page