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Crypto Finance and Bridgeport Launch Anchornote for Off‑Exchange, Custody‑Native Settlement

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Crypto Finance, part of Deutsche Börse Group, launched Anchornote, a custody‑native pledging solution that enables off‑exchange settlement and yield‑enhancing services by acting as collateral custodian, the firm announced. Anchornote uses Bridgeport as middleware to coordinate messaging and connect to multiple trading venues simultaneously, allowing institutional clients to trade across platforms without moving assets out of … Read more

Bitwise Lists 5 Flagship Crypto ETPs as European Demand for Digital Assets Grows

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Bitwise expanded its European footprint with five flagship crypto ETP listings on SIX Swiss Exchange, including XRP, capitalizing on surging demand and accelerating regulatory clarity across the continent. Regulatory Momentum in Europe Fuels Bitwise’s Listing of Flagship Crypto ETPs Asset management firm Bitwise announced on Sept. 4 that it had listed five flagship crypto exchange-traded … Read more

Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum Expands Institutional Investment Solutions to Germany and Liechtenstein

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Sygnum has expanded its asset management offerings to institutional and wholesale investors in Germany and Liechtenstein, providing access to selected crypto investment solutions including exclusive, non‑directional, low‑volatility yield strategies. The Zurich‑based group said the move follows its successful Liechtenstein registration and leverages an EU liability‑umbrella distribution arrangement with Reuss Private Access AG to deliver institutional‑grade … Read more

US Lawmakers Visit Europe to Boost Digital Asset Rules, Monetary Policy Ties

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U.S. lawmakers ramped up global momentum on digital asset regulation and monetary policy during a high-stakes European tour aimed at fortifying transatlantic financial and security alliances. Congressional Delegation Advances US-Europe Alliance on Crypto, Policy, and Security U.S. House Committee on Financial Services Chairman French Hill announced on Aug. 29, 2025, that he and Rep. Vicente … Read more

Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum Expands Support for SUI

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Sygnum Bank that it will support the SUI cryptocurrency, enhancing access for professional and institutional clients to the Sui ecosystem. As the banking partner for the Sui Foundation, Sygnum has fully integrated SUI into its regulated banking platform, offering services such as custody, trading, and staking. The launch of SUI staking in August will provide … Read more

Confusion Over US Tariffs on Swiss Gold Bars Sends Futures Soaring

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Gold prices initially surged after the Trump administration announced reciprocal tariffs on Swiss gold bars, briefly exceeding $3,400 per ounce. The gains appeared to reverse after the White House clarified that an executive order would exempt gold bars from these tariffs. Tariffs Cause Chaos in Gold Market Before Clarification Gold’s price gains, made hours after … Read more

US Imposes 39% Tariff on Swiss Gold, Impacting Global Market Dynamics

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The United States has implemented a 39% tariff on imports from Switzerland, effective August 7, 2025, significantly impacting the Swiss gold refining industry. This tariff, the highest among developed nations, specifically targets one-kilo and 100-ounce gold bars, which were previously exempt from such taxes. The move is part of a broader strategy to address a … Read more

Grand Theft Satoshi: Bitcoin’s Creator Statue Lost and Found in Lugano

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A statue of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, located in Lugano, Switzerland, which was presumed stolen for little more than a day, was found on the shore of a nearby lake. The alleged theft even spurred a bounty hunt, with Satoshigallery offering 0.1 BTC to anyone providing directions to its whereabouts. Satoshi Nakamoto’s Statue Lost and … Read more

Coinshares Launches SEI ETP With Zero Management Fees and 2% Staking Yield on SIX Exchange in Switzerland

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Coinshares announced the launch of the Coinshares Physical Staked SEI (Ticker: CSEI), the first zero-fee exchange-traded product (ETP) providing regulated access to SEI, a high-performance layer 1 blockchain. This product aims to meet the growing demand from European institutional investors for diversified blockchain exposure by eliminating previous barriers to accessing SEI, which is designed for … Read more

Ripple USD Finds First Banking Partner as Swiss Bank Amina Offers RLUSD Access

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Ripple USD gains major momentum as Amina Bank becomes the first global bank to support RLUSD, signaling a breakthrough moment for regulated digital asset adoption worldwide. Amina Debuts First Bank Support for Ripple’s RLUSD A regulated gateway to stablecoin exposure is rapidly evolving as institutions seek compliant digital assets to bridge traditional finance and crypto … Read more