BlackRock files for third Bitcoin ETF, still no Solana or XRP
BlackRock’s proposed Bitcoin fund would use options to limit potential losses and gains, adding another strategy to its existing Bitcoin and Ether ETF lineup.
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US Bitcoin ETFs draw $527M in biggest showing since September
BlackRock’s IBIT led the gains with $665.2 million in inflows, offsetting withdrawals from Fidelity and Grayscale, while other funds recorded no net flows.
Sophon sets Nov. 25 withdrawal deadline ahead of mainnet shutdown
In June, Sophon’s developers said the costs of maintaining a standalone blockchain no longer justified its benefits and announced plans to focus on consumer finance and AI applications on Base.
US bans DeepSeek from civilian agency IT systems
The restrictions extend earlier bans within US defense and security agencies, amid concerns that DeepSeek could expose federal information to China.
Bitcoin rally could revive treasury buying, but easy-money days over
“A return to last year’s indiscriminate capital raising looks unlikely,” said Bitfinex head of derivatives Jag Kooner.
Solana treasury firm SkyAI sells all SOL holdings, launches $201M buyback
The former medical device maker has liquidated its Solana treasury and is offering to repurchase shares and warrants using its $223.8 million cash holdings.
Crypto PAC pours $362K into California race voters essentially decided in August
A Fairshake affiliate is supporting incumbent Aisha Wahab through ads in November, but the congresswoman already won a special election in the district.
Market participants weigh in on SEC’s proposed crypto regulations
The financial agency is scheduled to close public comments on its ‘Regulation Crypto Assets’ proposed in August.
Visa, Mesh partner to enable crypto spending at 175M merchant locations
Mesh will connect crypto and stablecoin wallets to Visa’s global payment network, allowing users to spend digital assets without a separate card.
Mastercard launches stablecoin risk screening for banks and payment providers
The new service combines payment data and blockchain analytics to help banks detect suspicious stablecoin transactions before settlement.
Revolut secures Gibraltar crypto license to support global expansion
The UK-based fintech will use the authorization to offer crypto services in additional international markets, though it has not disclosed specific countries or launch dates.
Metaplanet to take 93.7% stake in Super League through 2,100 BTC deal
The transaction would give Metaplanet access to US capital markets, where it plans to use preferred stock offerings to finance additional Bitcoin purchases.