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CFTC Crypto Rulemaking Proposes New Registration Category for Retail Trading Platforms
The CFTC issued an advance notice on October 5 seeking input on frameworks that would create tailored registration paths for platforms handling leveraged retail crypto asset transactions.
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SWIFT CBDC Interoperability Tests Show Connector Solution for Cross-Border Flows
SWIFT completed sandbox experiments with 38 institutions testing a connector that links CBDCs across DLT networks and traditional payment systems.
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Digital Pound Lab Phase 2 Update Released by Bank of England
The Bank of England released its Digital Pound Lab Phase 2 update covering experiments concluded in July 2026 and testing over 30 payment journeys.
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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Allocation Expands as Digital Assets AUM Rebounds 63 Percent in Q3
BlackRock reported Q3 2026 digital assets AUM at $79.6-80 billion, up 63% from the prior quarter, with IBIT holding 801,000-806,000 BTC.
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Solana Foundation Grants Program Continues Rolling Support for Developers
The Solana Foundation has not announced a new enterprise-specific grants program. Its existing rolling initiative continues to fund public goods and developer tools.
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Fedwire Blockchain Pilot Interbank Settlement Tests Lack Verified Results
Official records show no confirmed Fedwire blockchain pilot delivering interbank settlement test results by October 19, 2026.
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Visa Stablecoin-Linked Cards Expand With New Bank Partnerships
Visa has expanded its stablecoin-linked card programs to more than 160 live initiatives through partnerships with Gate, StraitsX, and Reap, with payment volumes rising nearly 200 percent year-over-year.
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BitGo Korea VASP Registration Advances Institutional Crypto Custody Standards
KoFIU approved BitGo Korea's VASP registration in August 2026, enabling licensed custody and transfer services for institutional clients under existing virtual asset rules.
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Aave TVL Reaches $31.69B in Latest On-Chain Data
On-chain data from October 19, 2026, places Aave total supplied assets at approximately $31.69 billion across its versions, with net TVL at $19.25 billion.
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Digital Euro Rulebook Consultation ECB Releases v0.91 After 4009 Comments
The ECB processed 4009 comments on the digital euro interim rulebook and issued version 0.91 in 2026, with further refinements continuing ahead of legislation.
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MiCA Stablecoin Oversight Strengthens with Recent ESMA and EBA Measures
ESMA and EBA actions in mid-October 2026 provide the latest data on MiCA Titles III and IV compliance, sanctions, and supervision of significant stablecoins.
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JPM Coin Moves to Ethereum Mainnet for Institutional Clients
JPMorgan announced on October 19, 2026, that its USD deposit token JPM Coin is now available on the Ethereum mainnet for eligible institutional clients.
