Tagged: crypto trading

October 23, 2025 @ 2:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Crypto exchange WazirX is reportedly planning to resume its trading operations this coming Friday (October 24, 2025) following 16 long months of closure. As widely reported, WazirX had been forced to suspend trading activity after a massive hack / security breach that resulted in a… Read More

October 16, 2025 @ 3:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets and investing platform Kraken has announced it has acquired Small Exchange, which is described as a CFTC-licensed Designated Contract Market (DCM), from IG Group., for $100 million. According to Kraken, this latest update aims to establish the foundation for the crypto trading platform… Read More

September 27, 2025 @ 9:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

This past week, Banco Santander (NYSE: SAN) made several announcements including insights on the UK housing market, initiatives to support the investment banking sector, and the introduction of digital assets trading services for a certain group of clients. From exposing the hidden costs of UK‘s… Read More

September 1, 2025 @ 4:23 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Base, the L2 blockchain developed by Coinbase, has crossed an astonishing $200 billion in trading volume on Uniswap, the decentralized exchange (DEX) protocol. This milestone, reported on August 30, 2025, underscores Base’s ascent in the DeFi ecosystem and highlights its role as a bridge between… Read More

August 26, 2025 @ 10:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The centralized cryptocurrency exchange (CEX) market continues to be a cornerstone of the digital asset ecosystem, facilitating billions in trading volume each month. In July 2025, Binance, the world’s leading CEX, further cemented its position at the top, commanding a 39.8% market share of spot… Read More

August 17, 2025 @ 2:09 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) is focused on enhancing user experience and broaden its market presence with transformative updates planned for Q3 and Q4 of 2025. The company recently announced a roadmap to streamline account restriction processes and improve usability, alongside the acquisition of Deribit, the world’s crypto… Read More

August 10, 2025 @ 6:02 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has recently announced significant updates that underscore its commitment to advancing the cryptoeconomy. By integrating decentralized exchange (DEX) trading into its main app and enhancing developer productivity tools, Coinbase is positioning itself as a key player in making crypto more accessible and efficient… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 3:03 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange and custodian founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has recently announced a series of updates that underscore its commitment to expanding services and strengthening its position in the digital asset ecosystem. These developments include the introduction of new tokens as cross-collateral… Read More

July 28, 2025 @ 4:07 am By Omar Faridi  |  

UK based digital asset exchange, broker and custodian, Archax, is planning to extend its EU footprint by acquiring Deutsche Digital Assets (DDA), the Germany based digital asset manager. This follows Archax’s acquisition last year of Spanish broker KSCM, which was part of the firm’s continued… Read More

July 18, 2025 @ 9:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Jeff Ren, founder of OKX Ventures, noted that at digital assets firm OKX, they’ve always believed that “access, transparency, and freedom are the cornerstones of the future financial system.” OKX has reportedly joined the Global Dollar Network as a core partner, along with well-known names in… Read More

July 17, 2025 @ 2:07 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Kraken announced that its crypto platform is live and fully operational in the state of Washington. Kraken noted in a blog post that following a period of regulatory alignment and platform enhancement, residents of Washington can now access Kraken’s full suite of cryptocurrency services. According… Read More

July 13, 2025 @ 2:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, unveiled Sharia Earn, a multi-token staking platform designed to align with Islamic financial principles. This initiative marks Binance’s first formal entry into the Islamic finance sector, a market valued at over $4 trillion globally, and represents… Read More

July 12, 2025 @ 4:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Greg Cipolaro, Global Head of Research at NYDIG, noted that Bitcoin has soared to new all-time highs this week, breaching key price levels of $112K, $113K, and $116K, and climbing to nearly $119K. Cipolaro also mentioned that while the price surge has captivated investors, on-chain… Read More

July 10, 2025 @ 10:00 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is marking its eighth year of operations. Alongside this milestone, Binance Research has released its July 2025 report, which highlights key trends shaping the cryptocurrency market. On July 8, 2025, Binance announced its anniversary campaign, themed around the… Read More

July 10, 2025 @ 4:45 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bullish, an institutionally focused and regulated global digital asset platform and exchange, says it will collaborate with the Solana Foundation, the steward of one of the “most scalable” blockchains, to advance institutional-grade financial infrastructure on-chain. This collaboration aims to “make Solana-native stablecoins the primary digital… Read More

July 6, 2025 @ 3:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Robinhood (NASDAQ: HOOD) has revealed a series of updates, supporting its mission to democratize finance. From crypto to partnerships and community initiatives, the company aims to redefine its role as a full-service financial services and investing platform. During the “Robinhood Presents: To Catch a Token” event… Read More

May 20, 2025 @ 2:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

RULEMATCH, the interbank spot crypto trading venue designed exclusively for financial institutions, announced its integration with Talos, the provider of institutional trading technology and connectivity for digital assets. Through this integration, shared clients can “access the guaranteed liquidity available from designated market makers on RULEMATCH… Read More

May 8, 2025 @ 7:10 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The centralized cryptocurrency exchange (CEX) landscape continues to evolve, with Binance maintaining its dominance despite a notable decline in trading volume, while Gate.io and Bitget make significant strides, according to a recent CoinGecko report analyzing spot trading volumes from October 2024 to April 2025. The… Read More

April 25, 2025 @ 1:52 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The cryptocurrency market, known for its volatility and complexity, is increasingly intersecting with artificial intelligence (AI). A recent CoinGecko survey provides insights on how crypto industry participants view AI’s potential in trading and investing. The research study from CoinGecko polled 2,632 crypto enthusiasts, revealing a… Read More

April 20, 2025 @ 6:27 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Charles Schwab Corp. is set to make a leap into the cryptocurrency market. During a recent earnings call, CEO Rick Wurster announced a plan to introduce spot crypto trading for the firm’s clients within the next 12 months. This move signals a step forward for… Read More