
Binance Seeks MiCA License in Greece Amid EU Compliance Push
Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has officially applied for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in Greece.
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Binance, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has officially applied for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license in Greece.

In a significant development, the Trump administration is fostering a rare regulatory collaboration between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to create a unified approach to cryptocurrency oversight.

Cryptocurrency shorting is gaining traction as a strategy for traders looking to profit from market downturns. Binance, Coinbase, and Robinhood each offer varying levels of support for shorting, reflecting their distinct approaches to the crypto market.

Laser Digital, the digital assets division of Japan’s Nomura, has unveiled a groundbreaking investment vehicle—the BTC Diversified Yield Fund SP. Launched on January 22, this tokenized bitcoin fund aims to deliver a 5% annual return alongside bitcoin price exposure.

Momentum for the anticipated U.S. crypto market structure bill has slowed significantly. The Senate has shifted its legislative priorities towards housing policy and broader economic issues, pushing the crypto bill to the back burner.

A7A5, a ruble-backed stablecoin linked to Russian financial networks under sanctions, has processed over $100 billion in onchain transactions within a year, as reported by blockchain analytics firm Elliptic.

Tron founder Justin Sun has made headlines with his strategic $8 million investment in River Protocol, a decentralized finance project focused on cross-chain stablecoin infrastructure.

Binance Wallet has launched three innovative AI-driven tools aimed at empowering traders by simplifying data analysis and enhancing decision-making processes.

Ramp Network has achieved a significant regulatory milestone by securing a Crypto Asset Service Provider (CASP) license under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR).

On January 21, 2026, Tether Gold (XAUT) defied the broader cryptocurrency market downturn, surging nearly 10% since the beginning of the year.

Ethereum (ETHUSD) has recently experienced a notable decline, breaching its uptrend line and slipping below key simple moving averages (SMAs). This downturn has seen Ethereum drop over 11% week-to-date, reaching a three-week low.

Bitpanda, a leading digital asset platform based in Vienna, has announced a significant expansion of its offerings. On January 21, 2026, the company revealed plans to integrate over 10,000 stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into its regulated platform.