Major Brokerage Accelerates European Crypto Expansion via Bitpanda Partnership

A major London-listed brokerage is accelerating its cryptocurrency expansion across Europe through a strategic partnership with an established digital asset platform. Building on successful spot trading launches in the UK, the initiative extends regulated Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoin access to retail investors across multiple European jurisdictions.

Crypto Adoption Hits 3-Year Peak: 1 in 10 Americans Now Using Digital Assets

Federal Reserve data shows that approximately 10% of Americans now use cryptocurrency in 2025, reaching the highest adoption level since 2022. Notably, over 25% of those using digital assets for payments cite merchant preference as their primary driver, leveraging advantages including faster transaction speeds, reduced fees, and enhanced privacy protections offered by blockchain technology.

Major Wall Street Firm Reduces Altcoin Holdings in Latest Quarterly Filing

Goldman Sachs’ latest SEC filing reveals a strategic recalibration of cryptocurrency exposure, with the firm eliminating altcoin positions while maintaining reduced holdings in Bitcoin and Ethereum. The shift toward crypto-adjacent equities signals institutional preference for regulated exposure and established blockchain networks.

Coinbase Leadership Pushes Crypto Regulatory Framework Ahead of Key Congressional Vote

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong voices strong support for the CLARITY Act ahead of Thursday’s congressional committee markup session, advocating for clearer cryptocurrency regulation. The proposed framework aims to establish distinct regulatory treatment for different digital assets and blockchain-based protocols, reducing uncertainty that has long hindered institutional adoption of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins.

eToro’s Q1 Earnings Surge 37% as Commodities Drive Growth Beyond Crypto Volatility

eToro reports a 37% year-over-year profit increase to $82 million in Q1 despite declining cryptocurrency trading volumes. The platform’s surge in commodities trading, particularly precious metals and energy futures, offset weakness in digital asset activity. This performance underscores the importance of diversified revenue streams for fintech platforms operating across traditional and blockchain-based markets.

eToro’s Earnings Surge Despite Crypto Trading Headwinds: What’s Behind the Divergence?

eToro reported a robust 37% increase in net income to $82 million during its latest quarter, yet cryptocurrency trading volumes plummeted 32% in April. The social trading platform’s strong financial performance was driven primarily by commodities trading, masking weakness in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoin trading as retail investors retreat from digital asset markets.