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Fanatics Acquires BGC Exchange to Launch Regulated Prediction Markets
Fanatics is set to acquire Water Street Labs and CX Clearinghouse from BGC Group, giving it direct control over a federally regulated exchange and clearinghouse for prediction markets in the U.S.
CFTC Tightens Scrutiny on Prediction Market Contract Filings
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a second warning to prediction market operators, demanding more detailed event contract filings ahead of a key July 27 regulatory deadline
How to Evaluate Cryptocurrency Exchange Safety Before You Trade
Exchange shutdowns and withdrawal freezes can put user funds at risk. Learn the practical steps to verify exchange legitimacy, test withdrawals, secure your account, and prepare for potential platform wind-downs before leaving large balances on any crypto exchange
Sberbank to Launch Regulated Crypto Trading Platform in Russia
Sberbank, Russia's largest bank, is developing a regulated crypto trading and custody platform set to go live by December 2026, as new Russian rules restrict public trading and require licensed intermediaries for most digital asset transactions.
Is XRP a Scam or Just Controversial Crypto Infrastructure
XRP faces ongoing regulatory scrutiny and concentration risks, but evidence does not support claims that it is a classic crypto scam. Here's how to distinguish facts from myths and assess the real risks for U.S. users and investors
Tokenized Cows in Brazil Hint at New Path for Global Farm Credit
A pilot in Brazil used tokenized dairy cows as loan collateral, raising questions about whether blockchain-based livestock identity could help close the $8 trillion global credit gap for small farmers lacking land titles
Samsung Wallet to Add Stablecoin Support, Raising Key User Questions
Samsung's 2026 roadmap includes native stablecoin support for Wallet, but the company has not confirmed which tokens, networks, or markets will be involved, leaving major questions about custody, eligibility, and user experience unanswered
Congress Moves to Block Lawsuit Targeting Dormant Bitcoin Wallets
A lawsuit seeks ownership of nearly 3.8 million dormant Bitcoin using lost-property laws, while a new Congressional bill aims to prevent self-custodied crypto from being claimed as abandoned due to inactivity
Tokenized Stocks Depend on Alpaca as DTCC Prepares to Enter Market
Despite promises of decentralization, nearly all tokenized U.S. equities rely on a single California broker for custody and clearing, raising new questions as DTCC readies its own blockchain tokenization service
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