Author: John Smith

Canary Capital’s new spot XRP ETF, trading under the ticker XRPC, made a strong entrance on Nasdaq on Nov. 13, becoming the highest-volume exchange-traded fund debut of 2025.  Summary Canary Capital’s XRP ETF debuted with $58M in first-day trading. This marks the strongest ETF launch of 2025 so far. XRPC is the first U.S. spot ETF offering direct XRP exposure. The fund generated $58 million in first-day trading activity, edging out Bitwise’s BSOL ETF, which launched last month with $57 million. The milestone was first highlighted by Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, who noted that among roughly 900 ETFs launched…

As governments race to modernize their financial infrastructure, blockchain is shifting from a private-sector experiment to a national priority. From stablecoins to digital identity systems, countries across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East are adopting tokenized assets at speed—driven in part by fears that U.S. regulatory shifts could leave them behind. At the center of this push is Sign, led by co-founder and CEO Xin Yan. In an interview with crypto.news, he explains what’s driving this wave of adoption, from cutting costs to increasing transparency and reclaiming control over money flows. Summary U.S. shift on crypto has caused a major…

Asset tokenization—the process of putting real-world assets like company shares, real estate, and legal documents on the blockchain—is gaining quiet but consequential momentum. The promise is big: faster transfers, fewer intermediaries, and wider global access. But while the tech races ahead, governments are still struggling to keep pace. In many developing countries, ownership is still recorded on paper, leaving administrators with systems that are slow, fragile, and ripe for disruption. Corey Billington, CEO of the asset-tokenization firm Blubird, believes those very constraints could make emerging markets the first to leapfrog into a blockchain-based future. In an interview with crypto.news, he…

OKX has rolled out direct DEX trading within its app, allowing U.S. and international users to access tokens on Solana, Base, and X Layer. Summary OKX launched in-app DEX trading for U.S. and global users. Users can trade tokens on Solana, Base, and X Layer with self-custody wallets. The rollout aims to simplify decentralized trading by reducing technical barriers. In a press release shared with crypto.news on Nov. 13, OKX announced the launch of its in-app decentralized trading feature, enabling users across the United States and multiple global markets to access decentralized exchanges directly through its mobile platform. The update…

Grayscale filed to list on the NYSE, joining a surge of crypto firms going public in a landmark year for the industry’s move into the mainstream arena. Summary Grayscale files for NYSE IPO under ticker GRAY, joining a wave of crypto listings in 2025. Post-IPO, Grayscale will operate with a dual-class share structure, retaining control via Digital Currency Group. According to a Nov. 12 S-1 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Grayscale Investments is pursuing an initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange. The filing, made public just hours after the end of a prolonged government…

Experts believe that the end of the shutdown will bring relief to the crypto market, but traders will likely remain cautious in the near future. Summary The U.S. government shutdown weighed on both stocks and crypto Bitcoin rebounded from its weekly high, as traders remain optimistic, but cautious ETF outflows continue to drain on the crypto markets After 43 days of political paralysis, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history is finally over. Both traditional markets and crypto reacted positively to the news. Still, the question remains: what comes next? After news of the shutdown ending broke, Bitcoin (BTC) reached…

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…

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…

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.…

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…