Binance said Thursday it has introduced gold (XAUUSDT) and silver (XAGUSDT) perpetual futures contracts settled in Tether’s USDT stablecoin, giving crypto traders round-the-clock exposure to precious metals markets without expiration dates or physical delivery.

Avi Eisenberg was sentenced to 52 months in prison for possessing over 1,200 CSAM images, while still facing legal fallout from his $110M Mango Markets exploit. Though convicted of crypto fraud, his lawyers seek a retrial—raising questions about whether the punishment fits the scale of his crimes.

Kraken is acquiring US retail futures platform NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion, expanding into the futures and derivatives market. The deal adds 1.8 million customers and grants Kraken an FCM license for regulated trading.

Led by Commissioner Hester Peirce, the new crypto task force seeks to resolve regulatory ambiguity, focusing on defining digital assets as securities and enhancing transparency. With the SEC’s stance shifting post-Gensler, can this initiative truly end years of uncertainty?

Do Kwon, now in US custody, has pleaded not guilty to fraud charges tied to TerraUSD’s $40 billion collapse. Following his extradition, the Justice Department seeks prison time for financial fraud and fake passports, while South Korea sought a 40-year sentence. Calm in court, Kwon faces a long legal battle. Is he unrepentant or truly innocent?

Of the five indicted in the FTX case, three are in prison, one received time served, and now focus shifts to co-founder Gary Wang. Set for sentencing on 20 November, will he face a harsh penalty or leniency?

SEC Chair Gary Gensler recently expressed pride in his tenure, amidst speculation about his resignation. With rising tensions between the SEC and the cryptocurrency industry, a successor would likely need to rebuild relations. But does Gensler’s statement hint at a departure, or will he finish his term?

Saudi Arabia, a major player in the global oil market, has once again increased oil prices for Asian buyers

National policies shape global cryptocurrency markets, with regulations driving innovation or hindering growth. At TOKEN2049 Singapore, experts discuss how different national approaches impact local dynamics, global trends, cross-border transactions, and the future of cryptocurrencies in the financial system.

At TOKEN2049 Singapore, Binance CEO Richard Teng discussed leading the company after founder CZ's imprisonment. Despite challenges, he expressed confidence in Binance's future, emphasizing its strong global team and community. Teng highlighted the importance of regulatory compliance as a competitive edge, particularly amidst evolving regulations and growing institutional adoption, such as ETFs.