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The insolvent crypto exchange FTX will begin repaying the USD 16 billion in customer funds on February 18, 2025.

SIX introduces a new service that allows financial institutions to deposit crypto-assets as collateral.

A new study by the crypto exchange Bitget Research reveals a major shift in retirement planning among younger generations. Gen Z and Gen Alpha are showing a growing distrust of traditional pension systems and a strong preference for alternative investments, particularly cryptocurrencies.  The study highlights several key trends in how younger generations approach retirement savings: 78% of respondents prefer alternative savings over traditional pension funds. 20% are open to receiving pensions in cryptocurrency, showing a growing interest in digital assets as part of their retirement strategy. Over 40% already invest in cryptocurrencies, demonstrating high engagement with the crypto market. 73%…

The SEC has acknowledged an application for a Solana ETF, starting the clock for approval or rejection with the deadline in October.

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

Trump eases crypto regulation: SEC pulls back as new leadership adopts an industry-friendly approach.

The world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock, is preparing to launch an exchange-traded bitcoin product (ETF) in Switzerland.

UBS leverages the Ethereum layer-2 solution ZKSync Validium for digital gold investments but remains skeptical of cryptocurrencies.

Crypto staking is a popular strategy for investors who want to make their crypto assets work and generate passive income.

Over the weekend, Bitcoin and the crypto markets experienced a sharp crash, leading to the largest liquidation cascade in the asset class.

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved part of an application for a combined Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF.

The chairman of the Czech National Bank wants to invest billions of Euros of the country’s reserves in bitcoin. This would make the institution the first Western central bank to hold cryptocurrencies on its balance sheet. Governor Aleš Michl plans to present a proposal to the board of directors on Thursday to invest in bitcoin as a way to diversify Česká národní banka’s (CNB) reserves. According to the Financial Times, if approved, the CNB could allocate up to 5% of its €140 billion in reserves to bitcoin. Bitcoin is unstoppable Michl acknowledged bitcoin’s volatility and limited history, but emphasized its…

With an Executive Order, Trump has tasked his “Crypto Tsar,” David Sacks, with developing a crypto regulation plan.

What happened this week in the world of blockchain and cryptocurrencies? Current events and background reports in the weekly review.

Under the leadership of SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, a crypto task force is seeking to reverse the agency’s anti-innovation approach.