Nasdaq, CME Group Join Forces to Launch Nasdaq-CME Crypto Index

Major crypto news broke as the Nasdaq Stock Exchange and CME Group announced a partnership to unify their cryptocurrency benchmarks under the new Nasdaq-CME Crypto Index. This rebranded index tracks leading digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ether, XRP, Solana, Chainlink, Cardano, and Avalanche, signaling traditional finance’s deepening embrace of blockchain technology and diversified crypto exposure. Institutional shift toward crypto indexes Sean…

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MarketVector Launches Stablecoin and RWA Tokenization Indexes, ETFs

Two new financial products are making waves in crypto news, offering investors regulated exposure to the booming stablecoin and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization sectors without directly holding digital tokens. MarketVector Indexes has unveiled benchmarks tracking companies building blockchain technology infrastructure for these fast-growing areas, while US issuer Amplify ETFs has launched corresponding exchange-traded funds to make the trend…

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US crypto market structure bill may be delayed until 2027: Report

A closely watched US digital asset market structure bill could be pushed back until at least 2027, according to a new analysis that has quickly become a focal point in crypto news and policy circles. Political timing, election dynamics, and conflict-of-interest concerns around President Donald Trump’s crypto ties are emerging as key reasons for the delay, worrying…

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Is Venezuela Hiding a 600K Bitcoin Reserve? Analysts Still Unsure

Speculation that Venezuela may secretly control a massive 600,000 Bitcoin reserve worth around $60 billion has surged through crypto news, but onchain analysts and intelligence firms say there is still no concrete proof. The rumor rests more on extrapolated gold-sale math than on verifiable blockchain evidence, keeping the story firmly in the realm of theory for now. How…

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Grayscale declares first Ethereum staking payout for US-listed ETF

Grayscale has announced the first-ever staking rewards distribution for a United States–listed spot crypto exchange-traded product, marking a notable milestone for crypto news and institutional blockchain technology adoption. The payout comes from Ether staking rewards generated by the Grayscale Ethereum Staking ETF (ticker: ETHE), which began staking in October and now passes that yield on to shareholders in cash…

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2026 will be red for Bitcoin, but payment tech will improve: BTC OGs

2026 is shaping up to be a difficult price year for Bitcoin, but several early BTC adopters believe it will be an important step forward for real-world payments and blockchain technology innovation in the broader crypto news cycle. The focus is shifting from pure price speculation toward usability, infrastructure, and long-term adoption by the crypto pur community. Bitcoin price outlook for…

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Russia Targets Unregistered Crypto Miners With New Criminal Penalties

In major crypto news this week, Russia’s Ministry of Justice has unveiled a draft bill proposing harsh criminal penalties for unregistered crypto miners, as officials intensify their crackdown on illegal mining operations. The move underscores the government’s push to formalize the country’s fast-growing digital asset industry and enforce taxation on blockchain-based activities. According to the new amendments to Russia’s…

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Binance Confirms Visa, Mastercard Withdrawal Pause for Ukrainian Users

In one of the latest updates making headlines across crypto news, global exchange Binance has confirmed a temporary pause on Visa and Mastercard withdrawals for its users in Ukraine. The decision follows recent regulatory changes affecting its fiat services provider Bifinity UAB, signaling further realignments in how financial institutions interact with blockchain technology in regulated markets. The temporary withdrawal suspension, which began on Monday, affects…

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North Korea-Linked Theft and Poor Key Security Dominate Web3 Losses: Hacken

In one of the most alarming reports of the year for the crypto news and blockchain community, cybersecurity firm Hacken revealed that Web3 losses soared to nearly $4 billion in 2025, with North Korean-linked hackers responsible for more than half. The findings underscore growing concerns about the security of blockchain technology, the vulnerabilities within decentralized systems, and the need for immediate regulatory action….

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Bitcoin Returns Will Be Strong but ‘Not Spectacular’ Over Next Decade: Bitwise

In the latest crypto news, optimism around Bitcoin remains tempered as Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan predicts that while the top cryptocurrency will continue to deliver strong returns over the next 10 years, the explosive, high-volatility rallies of the past may be behind us. Hougan, known for his measured and data-driven perspective on digital assets, said Bitcoin is entering a new…

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