Author: John Smith

Crypto isn’t just complicated—it’s a communication challenge. With wallets, DeFi, tokenized assets, and endless trading options, users can easily get lost in the noise. Enter Aguirre Franco, Bitget’s new Chief Marketing Officer. Summary Selling crypto is challenging due to its complexity Marketers need to focus on user experience, pain points, and expectations The future is in universal exchanges, spanning both crypto and traditional finance Franco is tackling the problem head-on. In this Q&A, Franco breaks down how exchanges can speak to real users, the rise of “universal” platforms bridging crypto and traditional finance, and why AI-driven tools like Bitget’s GetAgent…

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The Czech National Bank, the central bank of the Czech Republic, has established a $1 million digital asset portfolio pilot, with plans to hold Bitcoin, a stablecoin, and a tokenized asset. Summary Czech National Bank makes historic first Bitcoin buy by a central bank. The CNB has purchased $1 million for its digital asset test portfolio, with Bitcoin, a stablecoin and tokenized asset. The bank plans to use the portfolio to learn about blockchain processes, including trading and accounting. The Czech National Bank announced on Nov. 13 that it would create a $1 million test portfolio for digital assets, calling…

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U.S. crypto stocks are beginning to find stability as the crypto market transitions into a calm phase after a long period of volatility.  Summary U.S. crypto stocks edge higher in pre-market trading, led by SharpLink Gaming (SBET) up 3.28% and Bitmine Immersion (BMNR) up 2.19%, signaling a return of investor confidence. Major firms show modest gains, with Coinbase (COIN) rising 0.92% and MicroStrategy (MSTR) up 0.89% despite its recent 487 BTC purchase. Crypto prices show stabilization, with Bitcoin trading near $102,900, Ethereum at $3,502, and XRP leading large-cap gains at $2.51, hinting that a broader market recovery may be underway.…

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Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Identity verification is a fundamental part of everyday activities. People need it in banks, workspaces, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities. But the traditional identity verification system is broken due to error-prone mechanisms, long delays, data silos, and non-compliance risks. Summary Traditional identity verification is plagued by errors, delays, and disjointed data systems, leading to rising identity theft and poor user experiences with repetitive KYC checks. By encrypting data off-chain and storing verification hashes on-chain, blockchain-based systems let…

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Singapore and Germany’s central bank have agreed on a collaboration involving cross-border digital asset settlements between the two countries. Summary The Monetary Authority of Singapore and Deutsche Bundesbank have signed an MoU to jointly develop cross-border digital asset settlement solutions aimed at making international transactions faster and more cost-effective. Building upon Singapore’s Project Guardian initiative, the partnership seeks to establish universal standards for tokenized assets, payments, and securities to enhance global financial interoperability. According to the press release, Monetary Authority of Singapore  and the Deutsche Bundesbank agree to join forces on cross-border digital asset settlements in hopes of advancing international…

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Canary Capital has taken another step in its crypto exchange-traded fund expansion, filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a new product tied to a memecoin. Summary Canary Capital filed to launch the first U.S. spot ETF tracking MOG Coin. Filing coincides with the launch of Canary’s spot XRP ETF on Nasdaq. New Treasury guidelines open path for staking in Solana and Ethereum ETFs. Canary Capital Group LLC has filed an application with the U.S. SEC to launch the Canary MOG ETF, a fund that would track the price of MOG Coin.  The filing, made on Nov. 12, marks…

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Dromos Labs, the team behind Aerodrome on Base and Velodrome on Optimism, has announced a new unified exchange called Aero.  Summary Dromos merges Aerodrome and Velodrome into a single DEX called Aero. Unified AERO token replaces AERO and VELO with no new minting or dilution. MetaDEX 03 system aims to boost efficiency and expand across Ethereum and Arc. The platform will bring together both protocols under one system, designed to consolidate liquidity, improve scalability, and expand across multiple Ethereum networks, including Circle’s Arc blockchain. The announcement was made at Dromos Labs’ “New Horizon” event on Nov. 11, where the team…

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission chair Paul Atkins says the regulator is considering a new framework for classifying digital assets. Summary  Paul Atkins says the regulator is considering a new framework for digital asset classification. The SEC chair says a token taxonomy “anchored in the longstanding Howey investment contract” securities analysis is key. Digital commodities or network tokens, digital collectibles, and digital tools are not securities, but tokenized securities are. While speaking at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, Atkins recalled “Project Crypto,” an initiative the agency rolled out earlier in the year as part of the new regulatory shift…

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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. XRP investors are turning to LeanHash for high daily yields as Ripple’s ecosystem enters a new growth phase. Summary XRP investors flock to LeanHash, earning XRP daily as the project drives a new “crypto SWIFT” era. LeanHash fuels XRP’s next growth phase, offering high daily yields and bank-grade security for global investors. As the XRP ETF nears, LeanHash emerges as the go-to platform for investors seeking stable, green cloud mining income. Amidst market volatility and a price hovering around…

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