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The Nasdaq stock exchange wants to list binary options tied to its flagship stock indexes, a move that would let traders place yes-or-no bets on the direction of major equity benchmarks like the Nasdaq-100. In a Monday filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the exchange said it also plans to offer binary options on the Nasdaq-100 Micro Index. A binary option is a bet with only two outcomes. Either the condition is met, and the bettor walks away with a profit, or the option expires worthless. Nasdaq’s proposed contracts would be priced between 1 cent and $1,…

DTC Cleared for Tokenization: U.S. Capital Markets Edge Toward On-Chain Settlement The Depository Trust Company (DTC), a core subsidiary of Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), has secured regulatory clearance to introduce a pioneering tokenization service, marking a significant milestone in the integration of blockchain technology into U.S. capital markets. The authorization follows a No-Action Letter issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on December 11, 2025, giving Depository Trust Company, a subsidiary of Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, the regulatory clearance to develop a tokenization framework for select assets held within its custody system. According to DTCC, the…

The price of bitcoin $BTC$68,350.22 fell slightly on Saturday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an additional increase to global tariffs, despite a U.S. Supreme Court decision that invalidated earlier trade actions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In a post on Truth Social, Trump called the court’s decision “anti-American” and declared that, effective immediately, he was raising the previously announced worldwide tariff to 15%. “During the next short number of months, the Trump Administration will determine and issue the new and legally permissible Tariffs,” the president added. The price of bitcoin reacted quickly to the post, seeing…

The U.S. banking industry had effectively lobbied to halt the crypto industry’s market structure bill, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, over a dispute about the proper role for stablecoin rewards. But lawmakers continue to negotiate a compromise to move that legislation forward. One of the lawmakers at the center of those talks, Senator Angela Alsobrooks, told an audience at an American Bankers Association summit in Washington on Tuesday, that both sides of the negotiation — bankers trying to limit most stablecoin rewards as a threat to traditional deposits and the crypto industry that argues they’re an important consumer incentive…

The new integration of MegaETH by Orbiter Finance is another step towards more efficient and faster blockchain interoperability. The update enables users to bridge assets, including Ethereum-based tokens and Tether ($USDT) to MegaETH via the Orbiter platform. New Integration with MegaETH 🐰@megaeth is the real-time blockchain.Bridge $ETH & $USDT to MegaETH and explore the Rabbithole: https://t.co/pVsMF1I2jZ pic.twitter.com/cZirMQS1bw — Orbiter Finance 🛸 (@Orbiter_Finance) March 12, 2026 The integration will offer near real-time transaction functionality to traders and decentralized finance members without sacrificing speed and cost benefits of the advanced blockchain infrastructure. The partnership aims to streamline the transfer of assets across…

France has approved the sale of a majority stake in a key data center unit of state-owned Electricité de France (EDF) to U.S.-based bitcoin miner MARA Holdings Inc., after months of national security review. MARA, headquartered in Florida, is acquiring a 64% stake in Exaion, a subsidiary that operates high-performance computing infrastructure for digital workloads. The deal, first announced in August 2025, is valued at $168 million. The transaction raised concerns in Paris about potential foreign control over digital infrastructure. In response, the French government imposed conditions before signing off. NJJ Capital, an investment firm controlled by telecom billionaire Xavier…

The UK government has issued a policy paper on how to combat fraud against individuals and businesses from 2026 to 2029, specifically noting that its strategy would consider digital assets. In a paper published on Monday, the UK’s Home Office identified cryptocurrencies as one medium of exchange “where victims are deceived into willingly transferring money” through scams on social media platforms and messaging. According to authorities, “vulnerabilities remain” in their attempts to fight fraud in emerging payments like crypto, and the technology posed “growing risks” for consumers. “The [National Crime Agency] launched a nationwide campaign in 2025 to help consumers…

ENI has declared an alliance with Conflux Network that seeks to reinforce venture-concentrated blockchain infrastructure. The collaboration is a merging of ENI enterprise chain architecture and Conflux Network high performance Layer 1 to facilitate scalable and regulation-appropriate Web3 infrastructure. 🚀 ENI × Conflux NetworkWe’re excited to announce @ENI__Official’s collaboration with @Conflux_Network, a high-performance Layer 1 built for scalable, regulatory-aligned Web3 infrastructure.This partnership strengthens ENI’s enterprise-chain architecture with enhanced… pic.twitter.com/qYglMTNRBe — ENI (@ENI__Official) March 12, 2026 The common objective presented in the announcement between both projects is the creation of blockchain systems that can be scaled to support real-world applications. With…

Venezuela has moved a step closer to attracting foreign capital as its National Assembly has approved the first draft of a transformative mining bill. Spearheaded by the Socialist majority, this legislation marks a rare invitation to international investors in Venezuela’s mineral sector. The initiative has found backing from Acting President Delcy Rodriguez, who has championed economic modernization measures since assuming office in early 2026. What Role Does the US Play in This New Legislation?Can Foreign Companies Truly Benefit from New Laws? What Role Does the US Play in This New Legislation? Under the Trump administration, the United States has extended…

Cache Wallet, a security-first Web3 wallet, has partnered with GANA Insight, a blockchain-native payment infrastructure firm. The partnership endeavors to merge crypto payment functionalities with cutting-edge wallet security. As per Cache Wallet’s official social media announcement, it is integrating the payment infrastructure of GANA Insight with its security-centered wallet tools. Hence, the initiative is poised to provide a relatively dependable payment experience in the Web3 landscape. Partnership Announcement 📣 @CacheWallet 🤝 @GANA_Insight Cache Wallet is collaborating with GANA Insight, a decentralized PayFi (Payment + DeFi) infrastructure built on $BNB Chain, designed to power stable and real-world-ready crypto payments. By combining…