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Coinbase Co-Founder Reportedly Seeks Venezuelan Oil Fields Under US-Backed Framework
Primavera is reportedly negotiating for three Venezuelan oil fields under a new US-backed framework, CryptoSlate reported. No agreement has been signed and no transfer of the assets has been announced.
Coinbase offers regulated crypto futures to eligible Canadian traders
Coinbase is offering eligible Canadian traders regulated perpetual and dated crypto futures with leverage of up to 10x. The launch comes as major US trading platforms expand their crypto presence in Canada.
G20 officials back clearer digital-asset pathways and better cross-border transactions
G20 officials under the US presidency said digital assets could support broad-based economic growth and called for improved cross-border transactions, while promoting clearer pathways for digital-asset innovation.
CrowdStrike and Authorities Disrupt Russian Malware Targeting Crypto Transfers
CrowdStrike and federal authorities disrupted Russia-based Sality malware, which allegedly redirected copied Bitcoin and Ethereum wallet addresses for eight years. More than 15,000 infected machines have been isolated.
Major financial institutions move to capture the $1.9 trillion stablecoin shift
Twenty-one major financial institutions, including Bank of America and Citi, are positioning themselves around stablecoins as Standard Chartered estimates the tokens could remove about $500 billion from US bank deposits by 2028.
Coinbase to Move $227 Million Book to Venue Holding More Than 96% of Its Derivatives
Coinbase plans to move roughly $227 million from its International Exchange book to an offshore venue holding more than 96% of its derivatives. The cutover is scheduled for Sept. 9, according to CryptoSlate.
SEC proposes major overhaul of transfer agent rules with blockchain provisions
The SEC is seeking to modernize transfer agent rules largely unchanged since the 1980s, with provisions addressing blockchain-based records, tokenized securities and increasingly automated market infrastructure.
London Stock Exchange operator plans tokenized UK stocks with Kraken parent
The London Stock Exchange operator is reportedly working with Kraken’s parent on 24/5 exposure to tokenized UK equities, as traditional financial institutions accelerate efforts to develop blockchain-based stock offerings.
Webull Brings Crypto Trading to Canada Through Coinbase Partnership
Webull is adding cryptocurrency trading to its Canadian brokerage platform through a collaboration with Coinbase. The expansion comes as crypto ownership rises in Canada and regulators move toward clearer industry rules.
CME’s Massive Bitcoin Derivatives Gap Raises Risk of Position Shakeout
CryptoSlate reports a major Bitcoin derivatives imbalance: CME exposure stands at 41,252.1 BTC versus Coinbase’s 151.62 BTC residual. Any associated hedge could offset a squeeze, but the gap raises the risk of a sharp position shakeout.
Strategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Show $2.8 Billion Gain as Saylor Hints at Possible Purchase
Bitcoin’s rally to around $79,000 lifted Strategy’s 840,447 BTC holdings roughly $2.8 billion above cost. Michael Saylor’s “We’re Back” post prompted speculation that the company could resume buying, though no purchase was confirmed.
Ethena targets $120 trillion equity market with higher-yield USDe strategy
Ethena plans to extend USDe’s basis strategy into equity perpetual futures, targeting funding yields more than five times Bitcoin’s. The announcement comes as equity perpetual open interest reaches about $6.2 billion.
Debasement Trade Is Here Thanks to Government Debt — And Bitcoin Will Benefit: Grayscale
Grayscale’s research team says bitcoin is benefiting from the so-called debasement trade, which Bitcoin Magazine linked to government debt. The asset manager said the environment could support bitcoin.
SBI to Buy 20% of Indonesia’s Ajaib for $270 Million
SBI is buying a 20% stake in Indonesian online brokerage Ajaib for $270 million. The Japanese financial group plans to use the investment to expand a yen stablecoin and build a blockchain-based cross-border settlement network in Southeast Asia.
The Sandbox pledges 1:1 repayment after $700K bridge exploit
The Sandbox plans one-for-one repayment for eligible Base and BNB Chain holders after a roughly $700,000 bridge exploit. Repayment will use Ethereum-based SAND from the project treasury, with claims expected within two weeks.