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FDIC Outlines Pro-Crypto Reforms With Clearer Rules and Fair Banking Policies

LegalSep 15

The FDIC spotlighted a forward-looking crypto agenda and fair access reforms, signaling a major pivot toward transparency, institutional clarity, and broader participation in digital finance. US Banking Regulator Drives Forward-Looking Crypto Agenda and Equal Access Initiatives The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the agency responsible for safeguarding depositors and maintaining stability in the U.S. banking system, placed digital assets and debanking at the center of its policy agenda during the September 2025 Financial Stability Oversight Council meeting. Acting Chairman Travis Hill stated that the FDIC had “rescinded Biden-era ‘prior notification’ requirements” and “provided clarity that banks may engage in permissible…

Binance Pay enters South Africa’s checkout lanes through Zapper tie-up

ExchangesSep 15

Binance Pay is now live across Zapper’s extensive payment infrastructure, turning everyday QR codes at over 31,000 merchants into crypto on-ramps. The move strategically positions digital assets at the heart of routine consumer spending. Summary Binance Pay has partnered with South Africa’s Zapper, enabling crypto payments at 31,000 merchants. The integration expands Binance Pay’s global merchant network to over 63,000 locations. The platform claims it has processed more than 300 million transactions to date. According to a blog post dated September 9, Binance Pay has integrated with South African payment processor Zapper, instantly granting its users access to a network…

Ethereum Whale Cashes Out Millions in DAI After Price Rally: $13.2 DAI Earned

EthereumSep 15

One Ethereum whale has captured global attention by selling off its entire 3,158.5 ETH for $13.2 million worth of DAI at an average price of $4,376. The sale also brings to an end an eight-month holding period and points to a timely shift in the Ethereum price dynamic. A whale sold 3,158.5 $ETH for $13.2M $DAI at a price of $4,376, after holding it for 8 months. Initially, the whale bought 6,317 $ETH for 326 $cbBTC ($21.24M) 8 months ago and sold all $ETH for $27.67M, making a profit of $6.43M. Address:… pic.twitter.com/d88aPmznfi — Onchain Lens (@OnchainLens) September 1, 2025…

Checking in on crypto markets as the Jackson Hole dust settles

RegulationSep 15

This is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. A couple days after Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s widely watched Jackson Hole speech feels like a great time for a high-level update — particularly as macro’s effect on crypto markets has increased over time. We still don’t know what the Fed will do at its Sept. 17 meeting. But to many, Powell’s comments had a dovish tilt, leaving the door open for an interest rate cut next month. If we look at CME Group’s FedWatch tool — based on 30-Day fed funds futures prices, as of…

Most People Are Unaware, But a Major Threat to Cryptocurrencies May Be Looming in the US

LegalSep 15

The US Treasury Department is preparing to impose a comprehensive ban on tools that provide privacy for cryptocurrency transactions. Andrea Gacki, Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), announced this week in Congress that the “mixer rule” has reached its final stages. The regulation, which uses PATRIOT Act powers to ban privacy-enhancing software and methods for cryptocurrency transactions, is now in its final stages. The PATRIOT Act, enacted in 2001 after the September 11 attacks, gave the government broad oversight and investigative powers. Over the years, the law has tightened “know your customer” (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks…

Binance Warns Crypto Projects Against Listing Scams: Details

ExchangesSep 15

Major crypto exchange Binance has issued an important security reminder for crypto projects, urging them to stay vigilant against fake listing agents and scams. Binance, in an official blog post, stated that it has become aware of bad actors attempting to exploit the Binance brand by falsely claiming to be Binance Business Development (BD) employees, official "listing agents," or intermediaries who can guarantee a listing on the Binance platform for a fee. These claims are a scam, Binance added, as such listings are never guaranteed. This is because Binance evaluates every project on its merits, taking into account factors such…

can $4,300 support prevent a deeper correction?

EthereumSep 15

Summary Introduction: Amid shaky technicals and mixed emotions, ETH is trading close to $4,377. Present situation: Although institutional inflows of about $500 million into ETFs indicate ongoing confidence, price pressure is still present for the current ETH price prediction. Positive outlook: A possible recovery is supported by Ethereum’s use in DeFi, NFTs, and scaling solutions, as well as capital inflows. Risks: Sell-side pressure and a decline in momentum relative to Bitcoin could affect larger markets, such as stocks. Overall outlook: Neutral to cautious; there are still significant short-term concerns. Ethereum is currently trading at $4,384, indicating a slight decrease of…

Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin Slide as Crypto Liquidations Top $900 Million

RegulationSep 15

Major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Dogecoin continued to fall Monday, triggering a wave of liquidations that topped $900 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin dropped below $110,000 for the first time since early July, spearheading a market-wide swoon after a whale unloaded 24,000 BTC worth $2.7 billion on Sunday. The continued dive also comes amid fresh doubts about the prospects of an interest rate cut and other macroeconomic uncertainties. The largest cryptocurrency by market value was recently trading at $110,441, down 2.2% over the past 24 hours. BTC is down more than 5% over the past week.…

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson Mocks SEC in Coinbase Fight: “Gary Can Come In”

LegalSep 15

Charles Hoskinson mocked Gary Gensler’s “register” mantra as Coinbase battles the SEC over destroyed records. Coinbase accuses the SEC of hypocrisy, alleging it broke the same record-keeping rules it enforces on crypto firms. Under Trump’s second term, Chairman Paul Atkins has shifted the SEC toward clear rules and a pro-crypto stance. The fight between Coinbase and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken another sharp turn and Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson just added fuel to the fire with a sarcastic jab at former SEC Chair Gary Gensler. Here’s what’s buzzing on X. Coinbase Calls Out SEC Over Destroyed…

Revolut Secures UAE Nod for Payments Business, Eyes Regional Expansion

ExchangesSep 15

Revolut has taken a step toward entering the United Arab Emirates after the Central Bank granted in-principle approval for its Stored Value Facilities and Retail Payment Services licenses. The approval positions the UK-based financial app to introduce its services to retail customers in the Emirates. Entry into a Key Middle East Market The UAE is a core target for Revolut, as the country combines a rapidly digitizing economy with a supportive regulatory framework. Once operations launch, the company expects demand for new payment solutions to drive adoption. “Receiving these in-principle approvals from the Central Bank of the UAE is a…