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Binance Applies for MiCA Licence in Greece Ahead of EU Deadline

Binance has applied for a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license in Greece, working with the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC) ahead of the EU's regulatory deadline. A spokesperson stated the exchange views MiCA as a significant milestone for regulatory clarity and user protection. This move comes as regulators, including France's AMF, warn that the MiCA transition period ends on June 30, 2025, pressuring non-compliant firms to cease operations. Data shows Greece has not yet issued any MiCA licenses, while Germany and the Netherlands lead in approvals. Binance, the world's largest centralized exchange by trading volume, has faced increased scrutiny from European regulators.

TheNewsCryptoHace 13 min(s)

Binance Applies for MiCA Licence in Greece Ahead of EU Deadline

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Circle CEO Says USDC Is Financial Infrastructure, Not a Rival to Visa or Mastercard

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire stated that the USDC stablecoin is designed as financial infrastructure rather than a competitor to traditional payment giants like Visa or Mastercard. Speaking at the Davos Economic Forum, Allaire emphasized that these companies are "significant partners," not rivals. He described USDC as a network-effect business whose utility grows as more developers and financial institutions build on it. Allaire positioned Circle as a neutral company focused on enabling value transfer across both conventional and digital systems without directly challenging existing organizations. He also highlighted the evolving payment landscape, noting the potential for automation and AI to transform processes. This perspective comes amid growing interest in stablecoins and digital settlement solutions from the financial sector. The comments reflect a strategic emphasis on integration and collaboration with established payment networks, rather than competition, underscoring the role of stablecoins as complementary infrastructure within the broader financial ecosystem.

TheNewsCryptoHace 13 min(s)

Circle CEO Says USDC Is Financial Infrastructure, Not a Rival to Visa or Mastercard

TheNewsCryptoHace 13 min(s)

Indian Rupee Records a Low Against US Dollar, Will Crypto Market be Affected?

The Indian Rupee has hit a new all-time low against the US Dollar, nearing ₹92, driven by foreign outflows and importer hedging. Despite interventions by the Reserve Bank of India, the currency continues to depreciate. Meanwhile, India remains the top global cryptocurrency adopter according to a Chainalysis report. However, the crypto market faces regulatory headwinds, including recent arrests linked to the BitConnect fraud and stricter anti-money laundering rules requiring enhanced identity verification. The industry is seeking tax relief in the upcoming 2026 budget.

TheNewsCryptoHace 44 min(s)

Indian Rupee Records a Low Against US Dollar, Will Crypto Market be Affected?

TheNewsCryptoHace 44 min(s)

Banks’ Concerns Over Stablecoin Interest Payments Are ‘Totally Absurd’, Circle CEO Says

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire dismissed banking industry concerns over interest payments on stablecoins as "totally absurd," arguing that fears of massive deposit flight are unfounded. Speaking at the World Economic Forum, he compared stablecoin rewards to other common financial products like credit cards, emphasizing their role in customer engagement rather than systemic risk. Allaire countered bank claims that stablecoins could drain up to $6 trillion in deposits, noting that similar concerns emerged with money market funds yet lending continued unaffected. He highlighted the shift toward private credit and capital markets, asserting that stablecoins should function as safe, regulated cash instruments while lending evolves independently through new models.

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Banks’ Concerns Over Stablecoin Interest Payments Are ‘Totally Absurd’, Circle CEO Says

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Binance’s EU Survival Plan Starts With MiCA in Greece — Here’s What’s at Stake

Binance has applied for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in Greece, seeking regulatory approval to operate across the entire European Union. If granted, the license would allow Binance to legally serve all 27 EU member states under a single regulatory framework. The exchange plans to establish a local entity, open offices, and hire staff in Greece as part of the compliance process. This move is part of Binance’s strategy to regain regulatory stability in Europe after facing scrutiny in multiple jurisdictions. The EU’s MiCA regulations, which are nearing full enforcement, require crypto firms to obtain authorization from a national regulator or risk being barred from the bloc. The framework emphasizes consumer protection, transparency, and anti-money laundering controls. A successful application in Greece would provide Binance with a crucial foothold in one of the world’s largest regulated crypto markets and signal its commitment to operating within the EU’s stringent financial standards.

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Binance’s EU Survival Plan Starts With MiCA in Greece — Here’s What’s at Stake

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"Poor Man's Gold" Is No Longer Cheap!

"Silver, once known as 'poor man's gold,' is undergoing a fundamental revaluation as it shifts from a financial derivative of gold to a critical industrial material facing a structural supply deficit. The market is no longer treating silver as just a cheaper alternative to gold. Since 2021, the global silver market has experienced a sustained physical deficit, not from financial cycles, but from booming industrial demand. Key drivers include the photovoltaic (PV) sector, where silver is essential and difficult to substitute, with demand reaching 198 million ounces in 2024. Electric vehicles and AI infrastructure further contribute to this inelastic, high-reliability demand. Crucially, supply cannot keep pace. Over 70% of silver production is a by-product of mining for base metals like copper, zinc, and lead, meaning its output is unresponsive to silver price signals. Mine production grew less than 1% in 2024. With visible inventories covering only 1-1.5 months of consumption—below the 3-month safety threshold—the market is moving from cyclical shortage to structural tightness. Silver has shed its identity as gold's shadow and is now a strategically consumed industrial commodity, making its historic undervaluation a thing of the past."

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"Poor Man's Gold" Is No Longer Cheap!

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Ledger Targets U.S. IPO With Over $4 Billion Valuation as Crypto Security Demand Grows

French crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger is preparing for a U.S. IPO, targeting a valuation exceeding $4 billion, according to a Financial Times report. The company is working with Goldman Sachs and Jefferies and is eyeing a New York listing, potentially in 2026. CEO Pascal Gauthier stated the U.S. was chosen because "the money is in New York," reflecting a trend of crypto firms turning to American markets. Ledger's valuation has surged from $1.5 billion in its last 2023 funding round. Its growth is driven by high demand for self-custody wallets amid rising fears of exchange hacks and crypto scams, which saw $17 billion stolen in 2025. The company claims to secure roughly $100 billion in Bitcoin and generated hundreds of millions in revenue last year. This IPO underscores the increasing centrality of security and custody in the crypto industry.

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Ledger Targets U.S. IPO With Over $4 Billion Valuation as Crypto Security Demand Grows

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PwC: Crypto Adoption Grows Unevenly Across Regions in 2026 Report

Crypto adoption is expanding globally but remains highly uneven across regions, creating a fragmented ecosystem where digital assets serve different purposes based on local conditions, according to PwC’s 2026 Global Crypto Regulation Report. Adoption is driven by financial inclusion needs in some areas and institutional offerings in others. Institutional engagement has deepened significantly, with banks and large organizations increasingly integrating crypto into their operations, supported by improving regulations, particularly in the U.S. However, political and regulatory uncertainties persist. Despite strong institutional demand, analysts are divided on whether this will lead to major price increases, noting that retail speculation and macro liquidity may still play larger roles in market cycles. Crypto has matured into a global asset class but remains shaped by local regulations and economic needs rather than a unified global trend.

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PwC: Crypto Adoption Grows Unevenly Across Regions in 2026 Report

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Railgun launches ‘plug-and-play’ privacy DeFi layer for Ethereum

Railgun has launched 'Railgun_connect', a universal plug-and-play privacy layer for Ethereum that enables users to interact with DeFi applications directly from private, shielded addresses without unshielding funds. This breakthrough overcomes the limitations of legacy privacy protocols like Zcash and Tornado Cash, which only allowed users to hide balances but not use them in DeFi. By leveraging zero-knowledge proofs, it maintains decentralization and privacy. The protocol is seeing massive demand, with a record daily average of 326 shields and cumulative volume reaching $4.5 billion, a 100% year-on-year increase. Its native token, RAIL, also recovered 25% amid a broader privacy coin rally.

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Railgun launches ‘plug-and-play’ privacy DeFi layer for Ethereum

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Here’s what happened in crypto today – ETF flows, BitGo IPO, Railgun & more

Despite a four-day streak of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF outflows totaling $1.68 billion and global geopolitical tensions, the crypto market remained resilient with BTC holding near $90k. Improved sentiment followed eased EU-U.S. tensions and Japan’s rate pause. Meanwhile, custody firm BitGo went public with a volatile debut, raising $212 million. In DeFi, Railgun introduced a new privacy feature enabling shielded interactions with platforms like CowSwap. Markets now look toward the upcoming Fed rate decision.

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Here’s what happened in crypto today – ETF flows, BitGo IPO, Railgun & more

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