North Korean hackers launch memecoins to launder funds stolen in the Binance hack, while xStocks plans to add hundreds of Hong Kong-listed equities in the coming weeks.
Kalshi ends Donald Trump Jr. advisory role over Polymarket investment: Reuters
The prediction market operator said the decision was mutual and followed 1789 Capital’s investment in rival Polymarket, denying political considerations.
Strategy stock sheds 5% amid MSCI index removal, Bitcoin sell-off
Strategy shares declined Thursday following MSCI’s decision to remove the company from its indexes, as Bitcoin also fell amid a broader crypto market decline.
US Justice Department, business groups and DeFi firms challenge Illinois crypto tax
Industry groups argued in court filings that Illinois’ crypto tax, which applies even when a transaction yields no profit, could raise compliance costs and violate federal law.
DTCC Plans Solana Expansion as Wallet Rules Limit Access
The US securities clearinghouse plans to bring tokenized stocks to Solana in 2027, but analysts say restrictions could limit adoption.
Bitcoin slides toward $71K as Nvidia stock tumbles after Huang steps down
Bitcoin fell to its lowest leve since Aug. 20 as tech stocks slid following the resignation of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.
Jensen Huang resigns as Nvidia CEO, exits board; shares plunge 13%
Colette Kress will remain Nvidia’s chief financial officer while serving as interim CEO as the board searches for a permanent successor.
Bit Digital stock falls 5% in pre-market after Q3 revenue miss
Bit Digital’s $27 million third-quarter revenue came in 16% below analyst consensus estimates, marking an over $5 million shortfall.
Thailand proposes $148K daily cap on stablecoin deposits and withdrawals
Thailand’s SEC would set separate daily caps for stablecoin deposits and withdrawals and require customers to use wallets they own.
Crypto hack losses equal 57 cents per $1 earned onchain: Ark’s Valente
Crypto hackers stole $8.7 billion so far in 2026, surpassing the projected annual onchain revenue generated across the industry, according to ARK’s research director.