David McNickel

Everstake And Copper

Copper and Everstake Partner to Boost Institutional Crypto Staking

Switzerland-based Copper, a digital asset custody and prime services firm, has launched a strategic partnership with Everstake, a global provider of non-custodial staking and blockchain solutions. Copper says the collaboration aims to offer institutional investors secure, enterprise-grade staking services with robust asset protection.​ Institutional investors often face challenges in selecting reliable staking validators and ensuring […]

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SEC Roundtables

SEC Expands Public Dialogue on Crypto with 4 New Roundtables

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is deepening its engagement with the crypto industry by announcing four additional public roundtables hosted by its Crypto Task Force. The sessions, scheduled between April and June, will explore some of the most pressing regulatory challenges in the digital asset space. The upcoming roundtables will cover a wide

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Bitpanda Vision Token

Bitpanda To Launch Unified Ecosystem Token ‘Vision’

European crypto services provider ​Bitpanda, has announced the consolidation of its existing tokens—Bitpanda Ecosystem Token (BEST) and Pantos (PAN)—into a unified token named Vision (VSN). The company says the strategic move aims to streamline its user experience and enhance utility both within the Bitpanda ecosystem and across the broader Web3 landscape.​ Background on BEST and

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Law Firm Investigates Bakkt

Law Firm Starts Bakkt Investigation After Delayed Annual Report and Major Client Losses

Bakkt Bakkt Holdings is facing scrutiny from New York based law firm Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC regarding potential violations of federal securities laws. The firm says the investigation has been prompted by Bakkt’s recent announcement of delays in filing its 2024 annual financial report and the termination of significant client partnerships. On March 17,

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BitGo integrates Aptos

BitGo Expands Institutional Cryptocurrency Services with New Custody and Staking Solutions

BitGo has recently announced major advancements aimed at enhancing institutional support within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. These developments include expanded custody services for Aptos (APT) and a strategic partnership in Japan to bolster global staking capabilities. Enhanced Custody Solutions for Aptos (APT) In a move to broaden its asset support, BitGo now offers secure custody solutions

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USA Banks Not Ready For Crypto

U.S. Banks Just Got the Green Light for Crypto – Here’s What They’re Not Ready For

The evolving regulatory landscape in the United States is prompting banks to reconsider their stance on digital assets. And really, there’s a lot to think about.  Recent policy shifts, including the withdrawal of the SEC’s Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 (SAB 121) and new guidance from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC),

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Bybit And Safe Wallet

Cobo on the Bybit Hack: Safe Wallets Are Only Safe-ish

The recent $1.5 billion hack of cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has spotlighted vulnerabilities in the Safe{Wallet} system, challenging assumptions about the security of multi-sig wallets. ​ On February 21, 2025, Bybit suffered a massive security breach resulting in the theft of approximately 400,000 Ethereum tokens, valued at $1.5 billion. This incident is considered the largest digital

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Coinbase Staking Rewards Validator Report

Coinbase Staking Rewards – First Validator Report Released

Coinbase has released its inaugural Ethereum Validator Performance Report, offering transparency into its staking operations – and key metrics for validator comparisons. This move is significant for investors, as validator performance directly influences the security and efficiency of the Ethereum network, impacting staking rewards and overall investment returns. In simple terms, validators are like the

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Is Nexo Safe

Is Nexo Safe? Understanding Its Legal Battles and What They Mean for Investors

Nexo, a leading cryptocurrency lending platform, is currently entangled in several high-profile legal cases across different jurisdictions. Should its customers be worried?  Nexo’s disputes range from investor lawsuits and regulatory challenges to internal disputes among co-founders and an international arbitration case against Bulgaria. Below is a breakdown of the most significant ongoing cases, and their

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