Moves Closer to Allowing Crypto in $12 Trillion 401(k) Market
The U.S. is preparing to allow cryptocurrencies and alternative assets in 401(k) retirement accounts. The move could open a $12 trillion market to digital assets and private investments.
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S&P 500 Licensed for Crypto Perpetual Contracts in Hyperliquid Deal
S&P Dow Jones Indices has licensed the S&P 500 for use in perpetual futures contracts on Hyperliquid. The move brings a major equity benchmark into the crypto derivatives market.
Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Network With 85 Firms to Expand Global Payments
Mastercard unveiled a new crypto partner program linking 85 digital asset companies to expand cross-border payments and B2B transactions. The initiative aims to integrate blockchain-based transfers into mainstream financial infrastructure.
Netherlands to Introduce 36% Tax on Unrealized Gains From 2028
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Emma Clarke
The Netherlands plans to impose a 36% tax on unrealized gains from stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies starting in 2028. Critics warn the move could drive investors to shift capital abroad.
Gold, Silver, and Bitcoin Rebound as Markets Stage Aggressive Risk-On Rally
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Emma Clarke
Gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies rebounded sharply as easing geopolitical tensions and renewed risk appetite fueled one of the strongest recovery rallies in recent memory. U.S. equities fully erased recent losses, while bitcoin posted its largest daily gain on record.
$1 Trillion Wiped From U.S. Stocks as Tech Giants and Crypto Deepen Selloff
U.S. equity markets lost roughly $1 trillion in capitalization as technology stocks extended sharp declines from record highs. The crypto market also slid, shedding about $330 billion in a single day amid intensifying risk aversion.
Michael Burry Warns of U.S. Market Collapse, Flags Bitcoin as Key Risk
Investor Michael Burry warned that U.S. financial markets and the broader economy are heading toward a collapse that may be impossible to contain. He also cautioned that bitcoin’s decline could trigger severe losses for companies holding large BTC positions.
Crypto Rout Deepens as Strategy Buys More Bitcoin Amid $140 Billion Market Loss
The crypto market extended its sharp decline as Strategy added more bitcoin despite mounting losses, while forced liquidations accelerated across exchanges. Bitcoin’s drop below $70,000 triggered heavy unrealized losses and dragged crypto-linked stocks sharply lower.
Bitcoin Drops $53,000 in 120 Days as Crypto Lags U.S. Stocks Near Records
Bitcoin has fallen more than $53,000 over the past 120 days, erasing over $1.1 trillion in market value and sliding deeper into a bear market. The decline stands in stark contrast to U.S. stock indices, which remain close to record highs.
Crypto Market Slides as Bitcoin Drops Below $75,000 and Volatility Spreads
The cryptocurrency market has entered a sharp downturn, with bitcoin falling below $75,000 and roughly $700 billion wiped out in two weeks. Selling pressure is spreading across commodities, equities, and digital assets, fueling fears of deeper losses.
Tether Becomes World’s Largest Private Gold Holder With 140-Ton Stockpile
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Nathan Cole
Tether has accumulated roughly 140 tonnes of physical gold worth about $23 billion, making it the world’s largest private holder of the metal. The stablecoin issuer is buying up to two tonnes per week as it positions itself as a gold-backed financial powerhouse.
Binance Weighs Return of Tokenized Stocks in Challenge to U.S. Regulators
Binance is considering reviving stock trading through tokenized equities, four years after shutting the product down in 2021. The move could give global users exposure to U.S. shares while operating outside direct U.S. regulatory oversight.
Silver Market Surges as Prices Triple and Outpace Bitcoin
Silver prices have surged to a record $108 per ounce, with Shanghai prices reaching $124, sharply outperforming bitcoin and producing one of the largest regional price gaps on record.
U.S. Government Crypto Holdings Down $11.8B Since Bitcoin Peak
The U.S. government’s crypto wallet is down $11.8 billion since Bitcoin’s peak but still holds assets worth about $29.5 billion.
Crypto Prices Slide in Trump’s First Year Back in Office as His Net Worth Surges
Crypto markets post steep losses during Trump’s first year back in office, even as his personal fortune climbs to $6.6 billion.