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Morgan Stanley applies for OCC bank charter to custody crypto

Morgan Stanley has submitted an application for a bank charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to offer cryptocurrency custody services. This move positions the investment bank to expand its offerings in the growing digital asset market. If approved, the charter would allow Morgan Stanley to hold and safeguard cryptocurrencies on behalf of its clients. The application reflects the increasing interest from traditional financial institutions in entering the cryptocurrency space.

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Altcoins Outperform Bitcoin With Double-Digit Weekly Gains

Altcoins have shown significant strength, outperforming Bitcoin with double-digit weekly gains. Key altcoins, including Ethereum and Cardano, have experienced notable price increases, driven by positive market sentiment and increased investor interest. Bitcoin's performance remains stable, but it has not matched the rapid growth seen in many altcoins. Analysts

Iranian crypto outflows jump 700% minutes after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Elliptic says

Following U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Iranian cryptocurrency outflows surged by 700%, according to blockchain analytics firm Elliptic. The spike in outflows occurred just minutes after the strikes were reported, indicating a potential response to geopolitical tensions. This significant increase highlights the use of cryptocurrencies as a means for individuals in

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Crashes, Rebounds as Iran War Begins

Bitcoin experienced significant volatility as it crashed before rebounding amid escalating tensions due to the outbreak of war in Iran. The cryptocurrency dropped sharply, reflecting investor anxiety over geopolitical instability, but later recovered some of its losses. Analysts suggest that such events often lead to increased interest in Bitcoin as

CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 12.4% over weekend

NEAR Protocol (NEAR) experienced a significant price increase of 12.4% over the weekend, contributing to its strong performance in the CoinDesk 20 index. The rise in NEAR's value is attributed to increased investor interest and positive market sentiment surrounding the cryptocurrency. This uptick reflects broader trends in

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Altcoins Outperform Bitcoin With Double-Digit Weekly Gains

Iranian crypto outflows jump 700% minutes after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes, Elliptic says

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Crashes, Rebounds as Iran War Begins

CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 12.4% over weekend