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Bitcoin at $110K: Milestone or Midpoint?

Bitcoin hitting a new all-time high, crossing $110,000, with the accelerating push from institutional adoption and growing regulatory clarity.

Demand from spot Bitcoin ETFs continues to surge, amplified by a post-halving supply crunch that’s tightening market dynamics and setting the stage for further price appreciation.

At the same time, macro conditions are doing their part. Rate cut expectations and persistent inflation reinforce Bitcoin’s appeal as a hedge, with many eyeing $113,000 as a realistic near-term target by June 2025.

But let’s not get too comfortable — Bitcoin’s history shows us that sharp rallies often invite sharp corrections.

A stronger U.S. dollar or fresh geopolitical tensions could easily knock momentum off course.

Meanwhile, regulatory progress — especially the GENIUS Act’s advancement — will likely dictate investor confidence going forward.

Bitcoin’s momentum feels solid for now, but the road ahead will still have its bumps.

Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget Research

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VanEck Launches PurposeBuilt Avalanche Fund Backed by RWA and Web3 Projects

VanEck will launch the VanEck Avalanche Fund in June 2025. The fund will invest in tokenized Web3 projects and Avalanche RWA products. The company disclosed this in a statement shared with Cointelegraph.

ASIC Takes Block Earner Crypto Yield Case to High Court for Legal Review

The ASIC Block Earner case has moved to a new phase. On May 21, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) said it would seek special leave from the High Court of Australia.

South Korea’s won-backed stablecoin is coming?

South Korea’s presidential candidate, Lee Jae-myung, steps up and says, hey, we gotta make our own stablecoin, one tied to the Korean won.

Bitcoin ETF inflows finally explode

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Bitcoin ETFs just had a day to remember, the best since early May, and it’s not just the big boys making moves, though, yeah, the big boys are stealing the spotlight.

Metaplanet bought another 1,000 BTC

Alright, the Japanese investment giant Metaplanet just made a boss move again. They bought 1,004 Bitcoin in one go, and this is their second-largest single purchase ever.

JPMorgan’s Bitcoin Pivot Marks a Turning Point for Institutional Crypto Integration

The increasing growth of crypto can’t be overlooked even by the banking giants.

JPMorgan Chase’s quiet greenlight for clients to purchase Bitcoin, despite CEO Jamie Dimon’s well-documented skepticism, is a shift in business philosophy made to meet clients’ demand and competitive pressure.

As the largest bank in the U.S., its decision adds a new layer of legitimacy to Bitcoin, potentially nudging other traditional financial institutions toward similar offerings to avoid falling behind.

Still, the move is cautious. JPMorgan isn’t offering custody services. Dimon hasn’t softened his public stance, framing this as a client-driven necessity rather than a strategic endorsement.

That tension shows how traditional finance is navigating crypto’s rise, balancing regulatory risk with growing market appetite.

In the broader context of the U.S.’s regulatory stance around crypto and rising institutional flows, JPMorgan’s move could accelerate mainstream adoption.

However, the depth of this shift will depend on whether policy frameworks evolve fast enough to meet both innovation and compliance expectations.

Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget Research


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Eric Adams Unveils NYC Crypto Council to Shape Blockchain Policy

Eric Adams confirmed the launch of an NYC crypto council on May 20, 2025, during the New York City Crypto Summit.

Kraken Secures EU License, Launches Regulated Crypto Derivatives in Europe

On May 20, 2025, Kraken introduced regulated crypto derivatives trading for retail and institutional clients across the European Economic Area (EEA).

The new service includes perpetual and fixed maturity futures contracts. These offerings operate under the European Union’s Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II).

Kraken received approval to offer these services after acquiring a Cyprus-based investment firm in February.

The company now operates under the name Payward Europe Digital Solutions, licensed by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission.

Kraken Europe Futures Launch. Source: Kraken Pro
Kraken Europe Futures Launch. Source: Kraken Pro on X

This license enables Kraken to offer crypto derivatives in compliance with European financial regulations.

Payward Europe Digital Solutions Manages EU Trading Operations

Kraken crypto derivatives are provided through Payward Europe Digital Solutions, its MiFID II-regulated entity. This structure ensures legal clarity for clients trading in the EU and EEA.

Shannon Kurtas, Kraken’s head of exchange, said the region hosts “some of the most sophisticated and demanding clients and institutions.” He stated that customers seek services within a regulated structure.

He also noted that with this setup, users can access futures directly through Kraken, allowing for better liquidity and structured trading strategies.

Kraken Acquires NinjaTrader Amid 19% Revenue Growth

Kraken recently completed the acquisition of NinjaTrader, a futures trading platform.

The company reported $471.7 million in revenue for Q1 2025, showing a 19% increase compared to the previous year.

This acquisition supports Kraken’s efforts to broaden its product range, including spot trading and newly launched MiFID II-regulated derivatives.

Other Crypto Exchanges Expand Under MiFID II Rules

Gemini and Coinbase are also expanding their derivatives businesses in Europe.

Gemini received MiFID II approval on May 9. Mark Jennings, head of Gemini Europe, confirmed that the company plans to offer regulated derivatives across the EU and EEA.

Coinbase announced its plan to acquire Deribit, a major crypto derivatives platform. CEO Brian Armstrong said the move aligns with Coinbase’s ongoing expansion.

Synthetix has also proposed reacquiring the crypto options platform Derive, pending approval from both communities involved.


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Six lawsuits against Coinbase after the data breach

Coinbase got hit with a tidal wave of lawsuits. Six separate suits, all in the span of two days, May 15 and 16.3 Why? Because they dropped the ball big time on protecting their users’ data.