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Stock trading now available commission-free in the Coinbase app for U.S. users, with extended hours for select symbols.
Prediction markets launched via integration with regulated platform Kalshi, starting with $1 minimum trades in USD or USDC.
Plans for stock-linked perpetual futures outside the U.S. in early 2026 and tokenized equities via new institutional platform Coinbase Tokenize.
Additional features include Solana token DEX trading via...
Federal Reserve Withdraws Restrictive 2023 Crypto Policy, Enabling State Banks to Innovate
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The Federal Reserve Board has withdrawn its 2023 policy statement that imposed strict limits on state member banks engaging in novel activities, including crypto-asset services.
A new policy statement introduces case-by-case approvals for uninsured state banks, facilitating responsible innovation in the sector.
This regulatory shift aligns with broader changes under the Trump administration, potentially easing access for...
Crypto regulation, Cryptocurrencies, Front page, News, Regulation
Visa Launches USDC Stablecoin Settlement for U.S. Banks on Solana
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Visa announced the launch of USDC settlement capabilities for U.S. issuer and acquirerpartners on December 16, 2025.
Initial participants include Cross River Bank and Lead Bank, with settlements occurring over the Solana blockchain.
The expansion follows a pilot program that achieved over $3.5 billion in annualized stablecoin settlement volume as of November 30, 2025.
Visa plans a broader rollout throughout 2026 and will support...
Crypto Analyst Merlijn The Trader Eyes Significant Altcoin Rally Amid Ongoing Consolidation
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Quick
Take:
Merlijn The Trader highlights multi-year
bullish patterns in altcoin market cap, signaling potential for a
significant breakout.
Current market conditions show altcoins
lagging Bitcoin, with the Altcoin Season Index at cycle lows around
16-19.
Analysts note fragmented performance and caution that a
full altseason may require further Bitcoin consolidation or dominance
breakdown.
Crypto analyst Merlijn The
Trader continues to...
Visa Launches USDC Stablecoin Settlement for U.S. Banks on Solana
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Visa has launched stablecoin settlement capabilities in the United States, allowing select issuer and acquirer partners to settle obligations on its network using Circle’s USDC stablecoin over the Solana blockchain.
The global payments giant announced the rollout on Tuesday, marking a major expansion of its stablecoin program into the domestic market. Initial participants include Cross River Bank and Lead Bank, both of which have...



