Crypto Exchanges Brace for EU’s MiCA Rules: Stablecoins Delisted by Uphold, Binance

This month, several cryptocurrency exchanges are delisting certain stablecoins to align with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations, which establish more stringent rules for fiat-backed and algorithmic stablecoins in the European Economic Area (EEA). Uphold announced it will delist a selection of stablecoins on July 1, and Binance has recently removed stablecoin funding … Read more

Okx Acknowledges Security Incident Involving Judicial Documents Forgery

Okx, a Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange, clarified the information regarding a recent security incident that allowed unidentified criminals to take control of the accounts of a few customers, draining these. In a statement, Okx stressed that a third party had forged judicial documents and obtained user data, but that the users involved in this incident had … Read more

Okx Launches Crypto Exchange and Wallet in the Netherlands

Global crypto trading platform Okx has launched its centralized exchange and wallet in the Netherlands. Dutch customers can now engage in spot trading and convert services for over 150 cryptocurrencies, including more than 60 crypto-Euro pairs. The platform integrates with Ideal, a popular online payment system in the Netherlands, for instant, fee-free deposits, and offers … Read more

Bitcoin-Based DOG Token Climbs to 9th Largest Meme Coin, Sees 216% Rise in 30 Days

A meme token named DOG•GO•TO•THE•MOON, created by Leonidas, the founder of Ord.io, has reached a new peak and is now the ninth-largest meme coin by market capitalization. At the time of writing, the token’s market value stood at $695 million. The Top 10 Meme Coins Now Have Bitcoin-Centric Member A new meme coin has entered … Read more

Okx Ceases Crypto Trading Services in Hong Kong — Users Advised to Withdraw Assets

Cryptocurrency exchange Okx has decided to withdraw its virtual asset service provider (VASP) license application in Hong Kong. As a result, Okx will stop offering centralized virtual asset trading services to Hong Kong residents by May 31, 2024. The exchange stressed that customer funds remain secure, and withdrawal services will continue unaffected. Okx’s web3 (self-hosted … Read more

Bitcoin Hits $67K, Leading to $45M in Short Position Liquidations

The price of bitcoin surpassed the $67,000 mark on Friday, reaching a peak of $67,482 per unit, the highest value since late April. This increase has resulted in the liquidation of nearly $45 million in leveraged bitcoin short positions over the past day. $120M in Crypto Positions Liquidated as Bitcoin Climbs Above $67K Bitcoin short … Read more

Okx Launches in Australia With Comprehensive Crypto Services

Global crypto exchange and Web3 technology company, Okx, has officially launched its services in Australia. The platform now offers spot trading for all users and derivatives trading for verified wholesale clients. Users can deposit and withdraw AUD via most Australian banks and have access to express buy/sell, P2P, convert functions, and spot trading. A total … Read more