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Trump selects Selig, head of the SEC’s crypto task force, as his next nominee to run the U.S. CFTC. The move signals an elevation of a crypto-focused enforcement leader to the top of the derivatives regulator.

Kyrgyzstan launches a stablecoin on BNB Chain and confirms plans for a future central bank digital currency. Authorities indicate a phased approach that starts with a blockchain-based stablecoin before moving toward a state-issued CBDC.

Coinbase’s x402 transactions surge by more than 10,000% on a monthly basis. The spike reflects a rapid increase in on-chain activity associated with the x402 label in a short timeframe.

Rumble plans to enable Bitcoin tipping in December for its 51 million users. The rollout introduces direct Bitcoin tip payments across the platform, expanding monetization options for its user base.