Latest from Olivier Acuna
SEC Approves U.S.’ Second Crypto Index ETP with Bitwise’s BITW
The Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund now trades on NYSE Arca, joining the ranks of gold and oil funds in regulated exchange products.
Do Kwon Judge Demands Answers Before Sentencing Over ‘Assurance’ He’ll Serve Time
Judge asked whether Kwon might be freed abroad and asked for details on victims, time-served credit and unresolved charges ahead of sentencing.
Malaysia’s Royal Unveils Ringgit-Backed Stablecoin for APAC Payments
The new fiat-pegged token arrives as Asia leads global stablecoin use, with over 50% of institutions in the region already on board.
40% of Canadian Crypto Users Flagged for Tax Evasion Risk, Canadian Tax Authority Reveals
Canada’s tax agency says legal gaps limit its ability to track crypto-related income as it recovers $100 million through audits and pushes for tighter regulation.
Argentina’s Central Bank to Allow Banks to Provide Crypto Services in 2026
Argentina’s central bank is reportedly drafting new rules to allow banks to offer customers digital asset-related services as early as April 2026.
U.S. Spot XRP ETFs Hit 15-Day Inflow Streak, Near $1B Milestone
U.S. spot XRP ETFs approaching $1 billion are the most significant altcoin launch yet, validating a regulatory blueprint for all utility tokens and signaling Wall Street's post-lawsuit conviction.
New IMF Report Warns of Stablecoin Risk, Sparking Criticism From Experts
The IMF released a report that campaigns in favor of CBDCs and warns against the risk stablecoins represent, sparking criticism among crypto experts.
Russian Banking Giant VTB to Become Country's First to Offer Spot Crypto Trading: Report
In 2026, VTB plans to be the first Russian bank to allow clients access to spot crypto trading services.
Kraken Partners With Deutsche Börse as Europe Looks to Rival Wall Street in Crypto
Deutsche Börse Group (DBG) and Kraken announced a strategic partnership signalling acceleration of crypto adoption across Europe and a clear intention to compete with Wall Street.
XRP ETFs Extend Record Inflow Streak to 13 Days, Closing in on $1B Milestone
U.S. spot XRP ETFs recorded a net inflow of $50.27 million on December 3, pushing their cumulative total to $874.28 million.
