Follow changes in digital-asset markets, stablecoins and payment networks. We examine figures, company statements and market events, explain the evidence behind each story, and make clear what remains uncertain.
Bitcoin
A market report published October 23 cited $635 million in spot Bitcoin ETF outflows and $111 million in spot Ether ETF outflows on October 22. The figures are a dated snapshot, not a forecast.
Crypto Regulation
Albuquerque has prohibited virtual-currency ATMs and cashier-facilitated crypto transactions. Existing machines must be removed by December 5, with violations potentially drawing $500 daily fines.
Crypto Regulation
Ireland’s central bank fined Coinbase Ireland €3.25 million after finding weaknesses in outsourcing oversight and safeguards for customer funds. The sanction still requires High Court confirmation.
Bitcoin
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $526.6 million in net inflows on October 19, according to SoSoValue. The one-day total was concentrated in BlackRock’s IBIT.
Crypto Regulation
ESMA says crypto-asset service providers must place client funds with a qualifying credit institution or central bank by the required deadline under MiCA.
Crypto Regulation
Industry participants are seeking clearer standards for token classification, airdrops and secondary-market trading as the SEC considers a proposed digital-asset framework.
Bitcoin
Switzerland’s FINMA says it has approved a retail investment fund that invests directly in Bitcoin, subject to custody, disclosure and risk requirements.
Crypto Regulation
The UK FCA is consulting on draft guidance explaining which crypto-related activities may fall outside parts of the incoming regulatory regime. Responses are due November 18, 2026.
Crypto Business
Webull plans to launch crypto-linked perpetual futures for eligible U.S. customers in November through Kalshi, according to Reuters. Final terms and availability remain subject to confirmation.
Crypto Regulation
An explainer on the OCC’s GENIUS Act stablecoin rules, the January 18, 2027 effective date, covered activities and remaining rulemaking steps.