SEC Chair Gensler's Final Warning: XRP and Most Crypto Projects Face Uncertain Future
Outgoing SEC Chairman Gary Gensler delivers a sobering assessment of cryptocurrency projects, warning of high failure rates due to regulatory challenges and lack of fundamental value. His aggressive enforcement strategy targeting major players like Coinbase and Ripple could shift as leadership changes hands at the SEC.
Treasury Yields Pressure Bitcoin Below $97,000 as Economic Data Impacts Risk Assets
Bitcoin retreated from its $102,000 peak as strong U.S. services sector data pushed Treasury yields higher, dampening appetite for risk assets. The leading cryptocurrency's sensitivity to economic indicators and Fed policy continues to influence market dynamics, despite optimism around institutional adoption.
Coinbase Premium Index Turns Positive, Signaling Renewed US Bitcoin Demand
The Coinbase Premium Index has flipped positive for the first time in 2025, indicating growing US institutional interest in Bitcoin as prices surge above $102,000. This key market indicator's reversal from recent lows coincides with substantial BTC outflows and technical breakout signals, suggesting sustained bullish momentum.
Coinbase Secures Crucial Legal Victory as SEC Lawsuit Faces Temporary Halt
Coinbase achieves significant legal win as Judge Failla grants interlocutory appeal in SEC case, pausing district court proceedings. The rare ruling allows Coinbase to challenge SEC's cryptocurrency regulations interpretation at the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.
Federal Reserve's Crypto Skeptic Steps Down: Michael Barr's Exit Signals Regulatory Shift
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michael Barr, known for his critical stance on cryptocurrencies, announces resignation amid controversy over Operation Chokepoint 2.0. His departure marks a significant change in U.S. financial regulation as investigations into alleged anti-crypto banking restrictions continue.
Coinbase to Pioneer Tokenized Stock Trading with COIN Shares on Base Network
Coinbase announces plans to offer tokenized versions of its COIN shares on its Ethereum Layer-2 network, Base, marking a significant step in merging traditional finance with blockchain technology. While international investors can access tokenized shares through decentralized platforms, U.S. investors await regulatory clarity for participation.
Coinbase CEO Proposes USDC Integration for X Social Media Platform
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong advocates for integrating USDC stablecoin transfers on Elon Musk's X platform, aligned with X's vision of becoming an 'everything app'. The potential collaboration comes as USDC sees remarkable growth in 2024, with its supply increasing over 80% to $43 billion.
Coinbase Forecasts Five Major Crypto Trends Shaping 2025
Coinbase's latest market outlook report identifies stablecoins, asset tokenization, ETFs, DeFi, and regulatory changes as key drivers of crypto's future. The analysis reveals significant growth in stablecoin adoption and predicts transformative developments that could define the industry's trajectory for decades.
Coinbase Reports Significant Drop in Global Law Enforcement Data Requests
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase reveals an 18% year-over-year decrease in law enforcement information requests, with notable declines across major European markets. The US remains the top requester while Singapore emerges as a rising jurisdiction, highlighting shifting regulatory dynamics in the crypto space.
Crypto Scammer Impersonates Uber Drivers to Steal $300K in Digital Assets
A sophisticated cryptocurrency theft scheme in Scottsdale led to the arrest of a man who stole $300,000 by posing as an Uber driver and accessing victims' phones. The case highlights an emerging trend of in-person crypto robberies, with 19 documented cases worldwide in the past year.