Theme Centralized Exchange (CEX)

On January 6, 2026, Kraken formalized a major partnership with Ethena Labs. The American exchange becomes one of the institutional custodians of assets backed by USDe, the synthetic dollar that rose to be among the three largest stablecoins in the world. This selection, validated by the Ethena Risk Committee (ERC), marks a decisive step in the institutionalization strategy of the DeFi protocol.

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The American exchange Kraken transformed its European presence in 2025. MiCA license obtained from the Central Bank of Ireland, deployment in the 30 EEA countries, launch of the Krak Card with Mastercard, tokenized stocks xStocks, Circle partnership for stablecoins: a review of a year positioning Kraken as a major player in the European market.

The American exchange Kraken launches "Bundles", thematic baskets of cryptocurrencies allowing you to instantly diversify your portfolio. Automatic rebalancing, recurring purchases, zero trading fees: a turnkey solution for investors of all levels.

The Bybit EU platform finally launches its long-awaited "Recurring Buy" feature. European users can now schedule recurring cryptocurrency purchases directly from their bank card, at a daily, weekly, or monthly frequency. A revolution for DCA enthusiasts.

In 2026, the crypto universe will change its face. Binance announces a historic shift driven by different factors. All the details here!

Binance has suspended withdrawals via Visa and Mastercard for its users in Ukraine. The measure, linked to its fiat provider Bifinity, comes amid increasing regulatory pressures in Europe. This decision complicates access to funds for Ukrainians, already weakened by war and financial restrictions.

December 26, 2025 — Global cryptocurrency trading platform Zoomex today announced the official early registration for its latest payment product, the Zoomex Card.

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The Kraken exchange platform officially launches xStocks for European investors, allowing the purchase of tokenized versions of American stocks and ETFs such as Apple, Tesla, or NVIDIA. A revolution in access to US markets, but with nuances to understand.

On December 25, bitcoin briefly dropped to 24,000 USD on Binance's USD1 pair before rapidly returning to more usual levels. Such an unexpected move raises questions about the stability of low liquidity pairs and risk management on trading platforms. In a rapidly evolving crypto market, this incident reveals challenges related to liquidity and regulation.

The exchange Kraken officially launched the Krak Card on November 25, 2025, a Mastercard debit card allowing spending of more than 400 cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies. Available for residents of the European Union and the United Kingdom, this card is part of Kraken's strategy to position itself as an alternative to traditional banks.

Despite a historic agreement with US authorities in 2023 and strict commitments against money laundering, Binance reportedly failed to block suspicious accounts. These accounts transferred colossal sums, raising serious questions about the real effectiveness of the controls in place.

Binance has exceeded 300 million registered users, eight years after its launch. In crypto, this milestone matters as much for the symbol as for what it reveals. It tells a story of a liquidity machine, solid technical execution, and the ability to survive storms.

Coinbase Institutional sees in 2026 much more than a simple market rebound: a strategic shift. In a 70-page report published in mid-December, the platform anticipates a deep integration of cryptos at the heart of global finance. While this year has been marked by volatility and persistent regulatory uncertainties, Coinbase is betting on a new emerging phase where regulation, institutional adoption, and new uses will sustainably reshape the crypto landscape.

Until December 30, 2025, the MiCA-regulated platform offers a welcome bonus to new European users. Full breakdown.

In an official communication, Binance warned its users and project holders against fraudulent agents claiming to facilitate token listing on Binance, often in exchange for payments. To accompany this message, the exchange announced a reward of up to 5 million dollars for any credible information identifying these practices.

Over the past year, OKX has been steadily expanding across Europe—we're listening to what traders want and building the products they need. From advanced trading tools to deeper liquidity and new institutional partnerships, Europe has quickly become one of the most important regions driving OKX’s global growth.

The case quickly took a diplomatic turn. After the hacking of Upbit, one of the largest South Korean crypto exchanges, Binance finds itself at the center of a controversy: some investigators in Seoul claim that the platform only froze a small portion of the stolen funds. Binance, on the other hand, strongly disputes this version and assures it acted immediately.

One week after the launch of the new version of Read2Earn, Cointribune steps up the pace. This time, the program is enriched with a special quest in partnership with the crypto exchange Kraken, one of the most recognized players in the sector. Objective: to help you better understand how to invest in crypto with complete peace of mind, while giving you access to an exclusive contest with rewards at stake.

The continuous decline of bitcoin reserves on Binance attracts the attention of analysts as the asset trades near $93,000. The latest data from CryptoQuant confirms an unprecedented drop, raising questions about the current market structure. This movement, far from indicating immediate weakness, invites examination of what drives these fund outflows and what they truly reveal about bitcoin's dynamics.

Ether has entered an important phase as exchange balances drop to their lowest level in nearly ten years. Supply continues moving into staking and long-term holding, leaving fewer tokens available for trading. Market structure is tightening even as investor sentiment remains cautious. Recent network events and steady institutional demand are also adding to this overall market trend.

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Momentum around Coinbase is rising as the company enters a new phase of financial stability and public-sector experimentation. Latest data show revenue increasing while costs remain controlled. And as expected, this combination has created a sturdier foundation than in earlier market cycles.

Binance records a marked decrease in its Bitcoin and Ethereum reserves. At the same time, stablecoin deposits reach unprecedented levels. This surprising contrast draws the attention of analysts, who see a strong signal: the market is not disengaging, it is repositioning.

Upbit admitted a wallet flaw led to a recent hack and authorities suspect the North Korean Lazarus group is behind the attack.

The regulated MiCAR exchange platform multiplies attractive campaigns to entice European users, featuring record cashback, daily draws, and exceptional welcome bonuses.

Coinbase Ventures has just unveiled its investment strategy for 2026, outlining the strong points of a changing Web3 ecosystem. Nine key areas have been identified, revealing the sectors where capital could soon flow. More than a simple manifesto, this roadmap lays out the technological and economic bets of one of the most influential players in the crypto industry, a strong signal sent to developers, investors, and builders of the decentralized web.