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Binance and Coinbase assist in massive West Africa crypto scam crackdown
A major joint operation between global tech firms and authorities has flagged $11 million in fraudulent funds and dismantled human trafficking networks.

Circle defends USDC business model as stablecoin competition heats up
The stablecoin issuer is breaking down its financials to show why it maintains its current fee structure amidst pressure from new, yield-sharing rivals.

Coinbase and Robinhood stocks are about to get a new binary options game
The SEC just greenlit binary options tied to company KPIs, letting you bet yes-or-no on metrics like crypto trading volume and mining output.

AI agents are fueling a massive surge in crypto micro-payments
New data shows autonomous AI bots are making millions of tiny crypto transactions to pay for digital services like computing power and data.

Coinbase urges Bitcoin to start its quantum-proofing upgrade right now
The exchange, which holds 5% of all Bitcoin, says we can't wait for quantum computers to become real to start securing the network.

Crypto PACs Drop $2.7M in Midterm Blitz for Pro-Digital Asset Candidates
Fairshake affiliates are pumping millions into House races to ensure pro-crypto lawmakers stay in the game.

Coinbase links US users to Deribit for global crypto derivatives
Eligible US institutional clients can now tap into deep offshore liquidity for options and perpetual futures through Coinbase’s regulated infrastructure.

Crypto is shifting from building rails to finding real users
The industry spent years perfecting the tech, but now it’s time to prove people actually want to use it for their everyday finances.

Stand With Crypto moves to Senate: Industry ramps up election spending
After the Clarity Act stalled, the crypto lobby is bypassing Congress to back pro-industry candidates in key races.

Coinbase secures CFTC approval for internal derivatives clearing
The exchange is leveling up its infrastructure by launching its own clearinghouse, but keep in mind that leveraged products aren't included in the deal.

Citi and Coinbase team up for stablecoin payments
Big businesses can now accept stablecoin payments through Citi’s platform without ever needing to touch the crypto themselves.

Bitcoin quantum threat: Researchers race to secure the network
As the timeline for 'Q-Day' potentially shortens, industry pros are rolling out new strategies to ensure your digital bags stay safe from future hacks.

Riot Platforms clears $200M debt to Coinbase
The Bitcoin mining heavyweight just paid off its massive credit facility, freeing up its collateral in the process.

Pete Hegseth holds Bitcoin in Coinbase wallet per new disclosure
The Defense Secretary's latest financial filing reveals he's holding a small stack of BTC, but he's not exactly a degen trader.

Crypto scammer gets prison time after $16M rug pull
A 23-year-old Brooklyn man was sentenced to up to 12 years in prison for impersonating Coinbase support to steal millions from unsuspecting users.