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

Bitwise launches first spot XRP ETF on the NYSE, giving investors regulated access to the cryptocurrency XRP.

OwlTing lists on Nasdaq via direct listing, strengthening its position as a regulated stablecoin infrastructure provider.

U.S. government shutdown delays SEC decisions, leaving several crypto ETFs on hold for now.

Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are a digital form of fiat money issued and backed by the country’s central bank.

Friday was a day to remember. The Black Friday crash in crypto markets sent shockwaves through investors worldwide. Following Donald Trump’s announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, U.S. equities plunged deep into the red, and the ripple effects extended sharply into the broader digital asset market. A flash crash–like sell-off triggered massive liquidations and turned previously bullish sentiment into outright panic. At the start of the month, the market had been riding high on a new Bitcoin all-time high and record inflows into digital asset ETFs. Sentiment was euphoric. The Fear & Greed Index, a market gauge tracking factors…

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

BNY Mellon tests tokenized deposits to make blockchain payments more efficient, faster, and more transparent.

Crypto ETPs record inflows of nearly USD 6 billion in a single week – Bitcoin leads the way, while Ethereum and Solana benefit.

After a brief but healthy correction at the end of September, the crypto market has already returned to record levels. Over the weekend, Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, underscoring the strength of the current cycle and setting the stage for a potential “Altcoin Season 2025. The recovery was accompanied by a sharp rise in trading volume – an indication that large investors continue to position themselves. At the same time, signs are increasing of a broader market rotation toward altcoins. Ethereum, Solana, and selected DeFi protocols are recording above-average gains. This movement mirrors historical patterns in which periods of…

CME Group expands its crypto offering with 24/7 derivatives trading – a milestone for institutional investors.

Through cryptocurrencies, digital trading and payments are enabled in real time and without central instances.

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

Major European banks plan stablecoin launch for secure, regulated digital payments and new financial infrastructure.

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

Crypto Valley Association appoints Jérôme Bailly as president and honors Emi Lorincz for her transformative leadership.