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Ondo, Kakaopay Open Korean Stocks to Global Investors
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 17:20

Ondo, Kakaopay Open Korean Stocks to Global Investors

Key Takeaways: Ondo Finance and Kakaopay Securities will be looking at tokenizing Korean stocks. The underlying Korean-listed shares will be sourced and held by Kakaopay. Commercial products will await approval The post Ondo, Kakaopay Open Korean Stocks to Global Investors appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

$72.3B Bitcoin Giant Strategy Fuels Fresh Buy Rumors with Saylor’s Latest Post
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 17:01

$72.3B Bitcoin Giant Strategy Fuels Fresh Buy Rumors with Saylor’s Latest Post

Key Takeaways: Michael Saylor raised speculations following the “More orange than ever” post accompanied by the Strategy Bitcoin accumulations chart. The Strategy Bitcoin treasury now stands at 847,666 BTC and The post $72.3B Bitcoin Giant Strategy Fuels Fresh Buy Rumors with Saylor’s Latest Post appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

OKX Eyes 63 U.S. Stocks in Major Tokenized Trading Expansion
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 16:42

OKX Eyes 63 U.S. Stocks in Major Tokenized Trading Expansion

Key Takeaways: OKXICE informed the SEC about its plan to establish an online platform called “Tokenized Securities Venue” that would be used by US investors. More than sixty companies are The post OKX Eyes 63 U.S. Stocks in Major Tokenized Trading Expansion appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Plume Opens Onchain Access to Fidelity’s $28B Bond ETF Through New nBND Vault
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 16:23

Plume Opens Onchain Access to Fidelity’s $28B Bond ETF Through New nBND Vault

Key Takeaways: Plume has introduced nBND, a tokenized vault with a primary asset of Fidelity Total Bond ETF (FBND). FBND is managing a whopping $28 billion but it hasn’t been The post Plume Opens Onchain Access to Fidelity’s $28B Bond ETF Through New nBND Vault appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

ZachXBT Says Chinese Crime Ring Laundered $1B+ for Lazarus After $1.5B Bybit Hack
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 15:45

ZachXBT Says Chinese Crime Ring Laundered $1B+ for Lazarus After $1.5B Bybit Hack

Key Takeaways: According to ZachXBT, he had successfully penetrated a Chinese laundering structure that facilitated billions of dollars for North Korea-backed Lazarus. He gambled $349,700 of USDC to advance the The post ZachXBT Says Chinese Crime Ring Laundered $1B+ for Lazarus After $1.5B Bybit Hack appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Tether Celebrates 12 Years, USD₮ Surpasses 700M Users
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 15:26

Tether Celebrates 12 Years, USD₮ Surpasses 700M Users

Key Takeaways: Tether marked the 12th anniversary of the world’s largest stablecoin by market cap, USD₮. The company claims that USD₮ has expanded from a trader-led electronic dollar to a The post Tether Celebrates 12 Years, USD₮ Surpasses 700M Users appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Abstract to Shut Down Dec. 15 After Consumer Crypto Model Fails to Scale
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 14:48

Abstract to Shut Down Dec. 15 After Consumer Crypto Model Fails to Scale

Key Takeaways: Abstract will close on 15th December, 2026, and users will have to move assets off the network before the time. The fact that it was a consumer-based model The post Abstract to Shut Down Dec. 15 After Consumer Crypto Model Fails to Scale appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Coinbase Pro Returns With Deribit, Unlocking $30B Bitcoin Options Liquidity
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 14:29

Coinbase Pro Returns With Deribit, Unlocking $30B Bitcoin Options Liquidity

Key Takeaways: Coinbase Pro returns with Spot, Futures, Perpetuals, Options, and Equities by the end of the year. Deribit is upgraded and has now added over $30B in Bitcoin options The post Coinbase Pro Returns With Deribit, Unlocking $30B Bitcoin Options Liquidity appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

OKX Secures Circle, Ripple and Standard Chartered Backing at $25B Valuation
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 14:10

OKX Secures Circle, Ripple and Standard Chartered Backing at $25B Valuation

Key Takeaways: OKX raised funding with Circle, Ripple, QRT, and SC Ventures with a valuation of $25B. The deal is a continuation of a previous investment made by NYSE parent The post OKX Secures Circle, Ripple and Standard Chartered Backing at $25B Valuation appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Russia’s Digital Ruble Hits 220,000 Accounts in One Month, Nearly 4X Official Forecast
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 13:13

Russia’s Digital Ruble Hits 220,000 Accounts in One Month, Nearly 4X Official Forecast

Key Takeaways: In its first month, the Russian digital ruble saw more than 220,000 accounts, just under 24 times the central bank’s predicted figure. The CBDC launch coincides with BRICS The post Russia’s Digital Ruble Hits 220,000 Accounts in One Month, Nearly 4X Official Forecast appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Ripple Prime Adds $35B Brevan Howard to Multi-Asset Brokerage Push
CryptoNinjas Oct 7, 2026 11:00

Ripple Prime Adds $35B Brevan Howard to Multi-Asset Brokerage Push

Key Takeaways: Brevan Howard’s funds will go on to receive multi-asset prime brokerage, clearing and financing with Ripple Prime. Brevan Howard manages approximately $35 billion of assets, making Ripple one The post Ripple Prime Adds $35B Brevan Howard to Multi-Asset Brokerage Push appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Polymarket Takes €420K Dutch Gambling Fight to Court Over Crypto Prediction Markets
CryptoNinjas Oct 6, 2026 16:57

Polymarket Takes €420K Dutch Gambling Fight to Court Over Crypto Prediction Markets

Key Takeaways: Polymarket challenges a court ruling that its prediction markets are illegal gambling in the Netherlands. Dutch regulator Ksa threatened to charge up to €840,000 in weekly penalties, up The post Polymarket Takes €420K Dutch Gambling Fight to Court Over Crypto Prediction Markets appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Ripple Eyes Türkiye’s $200B Crypto Market as RLUSD and Bank Custody Gain Ground
CryptoNinjas Oct 6, 2026 11:53

Ripple Eyes Türkiye’s $200B Crypto Market as RLUSD and Bank Custody Gain Ground

Key Takeaways: Retail trading is estimated to have reached approximately $40 billion in early 2026 and crypto transaction volume has exceeded $200 billion in a year in Türkiye. Ripple continues The post Ripple Eyes Türkiye’s $200B Crypto Market as RLUSD and Bank Custody Gain Ground appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Crypto Licensing Enters a New Era as Global Regulations Accelerate in 2026 crypto licensing
CryptoNinjas Oct 6, 2026 03:01

Crypto Licensing Enters a New Era as Global Regulations Accelerate in 2026

The global digital asset industry is entering a defining chapter as governments and financial regulators continue to introduce comprehensive frameworks for crypto licensing. After years of uncertainty, many jurisdictions are The post Crypto Licensing Enters a New Era as Global Regulations Accelerate in 2026 appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Best NFT Gaming Sites to Play in 2026  Cryptocurrency
CryptoNinjas Oct 5, 2026 16:53

Best NFT Gaming Sites to Play in 2026 

NFT gaming platforms combine blockchain-based tokens with online game and prediction products. This article reviews ten of the more visible NFT-linked platforms in 2026, comparing them on the factors that The post Best NFT Gaming Sites to Play in 2026  appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Evernorth Wins Vote for $1B+ XRP Treasury Deal With 473M XRP Nasdaq Debut Nearing
CryptoNinjas Oct 4, 2026 19:40

Evernorth Wins Vote for $1B+ XRP Treasury Deal With 473M XRP Nasdaq Debut Nearing

Key Takeaways: The AC of the Armada II shareholders has approved the Evernorth business combination. At closing time, the balance of Evernorth of approximately 473 million XRP will be retained. The post Evernorth Wins Vote for $1B+ XRP Treasury Deal With 473M XRP Nasdaq Debut Nearing appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

HSBC RedCoin Targets 74% Stablecoin-Aware Users Ahead of Hong Kong Launch
CryptoNinjas Oct 4, 2026 19:40

HSBC RedCoin Targets 74% Stablecoin-Aware Users Ahead of Hong Kong Launch

Key Takeaways: HSBC has officially unveiled the name of its stablecoin, HSBC RedCoin Of the 1,060 consumers surveyed, 74% now understand at least one use case for stablecoins, indicating rising The post HSBC RedCoin Targets 74% Stablecoin-Aware Users Ahead of Hong Kong Launch appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

SEC Proposes New Crypto Custody Rules to Unlock Multi-Trillion Dollar Market Access
CryptoNinjas Oct 4, 2026 19:21

SEC Proposes New Crypto Custody Rules to Unlock Multi-Trillion Dollar Market Access

Key Takeaways: The SEC put forth a new plan for crypto asset custody of advisers and funds. More flexibility may be warranted under the rules via qualified custodians, state trust The post SEC Proposes New Crypto Custody Rules to Unlock Multi-Trillion Dollar Market Access appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

Blast Shuts Down After $2B Peak Fades, Urges Users to Withdraw Before Oct. 26
CryptoNinjas Oct 3, 2026 13:54

Blast Shuts Down After $2B Peak Fades, Urges Users to Withdraw Before Oct. 26

Key Takeaways: Blast is shutting down its Ethereum Layer-2 network, due to unsustainable economics and operating costs outpaced by revenues. Users have been encouraged to pull their funds to Ethereum, The post Blast Shuts Down After $2B Peak Fades, Urges Users to Withdraw Before Oct. 26 appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

NEAR Intents Suffers $3.8M Omni Exploit, Promises Full Compensation After Service Halt
CryptoNinjas Oct 2, 2026 17:19

NEAR Intents Suffers $3.8M Omni Exploit, Promises Full Compensation After Service Halt

Key Takeaways: NEAR Intents reported security incident resulting in a loss of approximately $3.8M. The exploit was due to a bug in its Omni deposit and withdrawal system. Several networks The post NEAR Intents Suffers $3.8M Omni Exploit, Promises Full Compensation After Service Halt appeared first on CryptoNinjas.