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From red tape to red flags, Britain’s compulsory Digital ID

LegalSep 28

The UK government under Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to introduce a mandatory digital ID system for all citizens and residents seeking employment. Addressing the audience at the Global Progress Action Summit, Starmer announced: “You will not be able to work in the United Kingdom if you do not have a digital ID. It’s as simple as that.” The UK’s digital ID: Starmer’s ‘enormous opportunity’ Starmer pitched the digital ID scheme as an “enormous opportunity for the UK”: a solution to illegal immigration and a way to ensure strong border controls. The new digital ID system will store…

Exodus Partners with Crypto.com for Enhanced Security

ExchangesSep 28

The world of cryptocurrencies is constantly evolving, and with it, the demand for robust security solutions. A significant development recently emerged as popular cryptocurrency wallet provider Exodus (Nasdaq: EXOD) made a pivotal decision, selecting industry giant Crypto.com as its digital asset custody provider. This strategic move, reported by SolidIntel via X, highlights the increasing importance of secure asset management in the crypto space, emphasizing the need for reliable digital asset custody. What Exactly is Digital Asset Custody and Why is it So Crucial? At its core, digital asset custody refers to the safekeeping of cryptocurrency and other digital assets on…

BNB Chain Active Users Reach All-Time High

BlockchainSep 28

Less than two weeks after Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) removed the “ex-Binance” from his social media bio and replaced it with just “Binance,” activity across the BNB Chain (BSC) ecosystem is soaring, with monthly active users (MAU) reaching their highest levels ever. Between new token launches, such as STBL and ASTER, as well as a whirlwind airdrop campaign on the Aster DEX, BSC is booming as traders pour onto the chain, pushing BSC’s MAU up to 56.4 million, a 9.5% increase from its previous high of 51.8 million in September 2024. BSC MAU - TokenTerminal DEX volumes are surging…

Ethereum and Chainlink Whales Accumulate MAGACOIN FINANCE Before 2025 Breakout

EthereumSep 28

Whale moves are shaping the crypto market once again, with massive purchases sparking new debates about which assets will dominate the next bull cycle. Both Chainlink and Ethereum have seen multi-million-dollar inflows from large holders, highlighting their role as favorites heading into 2025. Yet beyond these giants, investors are starting to talk about a rising name: MAGACOIN FINANCE. With fresh projections and bold community incentives, it is positioning itself as a contender for the best altcoin to buy now. Whale moves raise eyebrows in 2025 Whales have returned to the spotlight in 2025 with massive purchases that signal confidence in…

$7.4 Trillion Sits on Sidelines as Fed Rate Cut Looms: Will Crypto Benefit?

RegulationSep 28

Global investors have parked a record $7.4 trillion in money market funds, marking an all-time high. While this defensive positioning highlights caution across risk assets, such cash piles rarely stay idle for long. With the Federal Reserve poised to decide on rate cuts next week, even a modest shift of this capital could have a huge impact on markets. Some analysts believe crypto could be a surprising beneficiary once cash begins rotating out of ‘safe’ instruments. Why Money Market Funds Matter for Risk Assets Money market funds are low-risk investment vehicles that pool investors’ money into short-term, high-quality debt instruments…

Crypto Policy Trends Rise After Hassett’s $1M Coinbase Move

LegalSep 28

Kevin Hassett, Trump’s expected pick for Fed Chair, is already altering things. Crypto News Hunters shared that he has publicly claimed crypto policy could “rewrite the rules of finance.” Hassett brings a wealth of experience as a former economic adviser and current president of the National Economic Council. However, his revelation of a $1 million investment in Coinbase is what’s truly attracting attention. So, that personal investment obviously adds another layer to how people interpret his pro-crypto position. Investors alike are monitoring what all this could mean for the future of financial policy. JUST IN: TRUMP FAVORITE FOR FED CHAIR,…

“Is CZ Coming Back?” Binance APAC Head Responds

ExchangesSep 28

The crypto industry moves toward mainstream adoption, and Binance bets big on the Asia-Pacific region. This region represents nearly 40% of global trading volume and contributes up to 70% of digital asset adoption growth worldwide. In an exclusive interview with BeInCrypto, SB Seker outlined the exchange’s strategy for navigating the region’s fragmented regulatory landscape. Seker serves as Binance’s newly appointed Head of APAC and pursues aggressive growth ambitions. Binance APAC Head SB Seker on Regional Growth and Regulatory Strategy Seker, who joined Binance two months ago, brings a unique blend of regulatory expertise and private sector experience. The former litigator…

Base’s $20B TVL Goal Is Real—And 25K Developers Are Behind It

BlockchainSep 28

Base’s $5 Billion TVL Milestone — Real Growth? Coinbase's Layer-2 blockchain, Base, has been making waves in the Ethereum scaling space, and recent data show that its ambitious goal of reaching $5 billion in total value locked (TVL) is not just hype, but a tangible reality fueled by a thriving developer community. As of September 2025, Base boasts near $12 billion TVL, more than 1.5 times that of one of its main competitors, Arbitrum, which sits at about $7.4 billion. What’s driving this impressive growth? A combination of real user engagement, low transaction fees, and over 25,000 developers building on…

Robinhood’s S&P 500 debut extends crypto’s reach to index investors

RegulationSep 28

Robinhood Markets will officially join the S&P 500 on Sept. 22, replacing Caesars Entertainment, as part of the quarterly rebalancing of the index. The inclusion, announced by S&P Dow Jones Indices on Friday, brings another crypto-adjacent company to America’s most tracked stock index, further expanding the benchmark index’s exposure to the crypto sector. “This movement expands the index’s exposure and connection to the digital asset economy,” Edwin Mata, co-founder and CEO of tokenization platform Brickken, told Cointelegraph. “While the S&P still lacks direct holdings in cryptocurrencies, Robinhood’s role as a retail crypto gateway means the index is indirectly capturing part…

Chinese Courts Confirm Perpetual Crypto Contracts Treated as Gambling

LegalSep 28

Popular crypto derivatives are called perpetual contracts that enable traders to bet on the prices of Bitcoin or Ethereum but not owning the asset. In contrast with conventional futures, they do not expire, and they are maintained at spot prices by means of such mechanisms as funding rates. Traders are allowed to make long or short positions, usually leveraged to the extreme degree of 100x. This aspect has rendered perpetuals to be very speculative and controversial within the Chinese law system. 《律师：中国法院如何认定虚拟货币合约交易？》（作者刘磊律师团队）永续合约这东西本身不算 “违法”，但关键看你在哪用、怎么用，在国内，这事儿的红线特别明确；法院认为，用户“赌价格”“猜涨跌”，跟赌博中的“押大小”没区别，阅读全文： https://t.co/b5cbmFHIKO — 吴说区块链 (@wublockchain12) September 27, 2025 Court Ruling Makes Gambling Consonant to Contracts Guidance Case…