Crypto News

Celsius’ Mashinsky gets permanent trading ban in CFTC settlement

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The US commodities watchdog has settled with Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, ending the agency’s first-ever case against a crypto lending platform.

Published Date: 2026-06-19 02:33:11
Creator: Jesse Coghlan
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Ether analysts predict another ‘selling wave’ as ETH struggles to overcome $1.7K

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Exchange inflows, slumping demand and a 31% drop in Ether futures open interest may signal that another wave of selling could hit ETH.

Published Date: 2026-06-19 00:26:39
Creator: Biraajmaan Tamuly
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Malta proposes DeFi rulebook covering DAOs under MiCA-era framework

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The Maltese regulator is seeking industry feedback on a legal framework for software-governed organizations, arguing that many DeFi projects are not fully decentralized.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 22:04:19
Creator: Sam Bourgi
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Bitcoin decouples from tech stocks: Is $60K BTC’s next stop?

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Bitcoin’s slump accelerated as capital rotated further into the AI sector, raising the odds of a BTC price drop below $60,000.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 21:58:25
Creator: Marcel Pechman
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Ireland mulls crypto safeguards in response to financial risks

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For the first time in seven years, the Irish government released an assessment related to digital assets, noting risks from money laundering, terrorism financing, sanctions violations and bribery.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 21:48:41
Creator: Turner Wright
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US regulators push user ID requirements for stablecoin issuers akin to regulated banks

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The proposed rules by US government agencies suggested that stablecoin issuers be subject to customer identification program requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act, the same as regulated financial firms.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 21:42:13
Creator: Turner Wright
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Custodia, Vantage propose token that toggles between bank deposits and stablecoins

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The proposed system aims to connect traditional banking infrastructure with blockchain-based payment networks with banks retaining customer deposits.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 21:02:29
Creator: Nate Kostar
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Wealthsimple launches Kalshi-powered prediction market app for Canadian investors

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The offering follows regulatory approval earlier this year and comes as prediction markets face legal challenges from regulators, exchanges and policymakers around the world.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 20:07:27
Creator: Nate Kostar
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Ethereum Foundation leadership exodus continues with director’s departure

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Hsiao-Wei Wang’s departure adds to a wave of Ethereum Foundation exits, fueling debate over governance, decentralization and the network’s future.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 19:51:13
Creator: Sam Bourgi
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Bitcoin’s deeply discounted versus AI-stocks, but hawkish Fed risk lingers: Bitwise

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Bitwise analysts say Bitcoin trades in a historical value zone, but hawkish Federal Reserve signals and a competition for liquidity could sideline buyers.

Published Date: 2026-06-18 19:41:51
Creator: Biraajmaan Tamuly
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