Coinbase has secured conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust charter. This approval allows Coinbase to move closer to operating as a federally regulated crypto custodian, enhancing its custody and market infrastructure business. The charter aims to bring federal regulatory uniformity to Coinbase's operations.
Metaplanet has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 40,177 BTC after purchasing over $400 million worth of Bitcoin in Q1 2026. This acquisition positions Metaplanet as the third-largest Bitcoin treasury, surpassing MARA Holdings in global rankings. The move reflects a strategic investment in Bitcoin amidst ongoing market volatility.
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed lawsuits against Illinois, Arizona, and Connecticut, asserting its jurisdiction over prediction markets. The legal action challenges state-level gambling regulations, claiming federal oversight under the Commodity Exchange Act. This marks a significant push by the CFTC to establish its authority in the prediction market space.
Telegram has partnered with Lighter to introduce perpetual futures trading directly within its app for over 150 million users. This integration allows Telegram wallet users to engage in futures trading seamlessly, expanding the app's financial services offerings. The move highlights Telegram's ongoing efforts to enhance its cryptocurrency functionalities.