9 stories about Exchange from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Jul 18, 2026.
Crypto.com has reached a $20 billion valuation following a $400 million investment from Citadel Securities. This marks the exchange's first institutional funding round, signaling growing Wall Street interest in crypto.
A Bitcoin whale transferred $188 million worth of BTC for the first time in seven years, adding to a trend of large holders moving funds to exchanges. This could signal increased market activity or potential selling pressure.
AscendEX announced on July 6 that it has ceased operations effective July 1, citing regulatory, financial, and operational challenges. The exchange has not guaranteed that users will receive their funds, leaving many in limbo.
EDX Markets, a crypto exchange for institutional investors, raised $76 million in a funding round led by SBI Holdings. The platform separates trading from custody via a central clearinghouse to minimize counterparty risk.
Bitcoin deposits to exchanges have spiked to nearly 49,000 BTC, a rare extreme event that has only occurred four other times this year. This surge often precedes increased market volatility, according to CryptoQuant.
Multiple AscendEX users have reported delayed withdrawals after crypto investigator ZachXBT raised potential liquidity issues and urged the exchange to explain its reserves.
SBI, a major Japanese financial group, is buying Bitbank for $289 million, forming the country's biggest crypto exchange. The deal expands SBI's crypto ecosystem, including trading, stablecoins, and blockchain services.
Gemini's stock rose after the crypto exchange secured a $100 million Bitcoin investment from Winklevoss Capital and reported a 42% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1. This boost comes as the company continues to expand its services and market presence.
A popular cryptocurrency exchange has introduced a new wallet designed for beginners. This could make managing digital assets much simpler for new users.