Coinbase emailed customers on Jan. 6, 2026 that it will stop accepting Circle’s USDC deposits in Argentina as part of a product review. The exchange did not give an end date or immediately clarify impacts on withdrawals or trading of existing USDC balances.
Coinbase says spot trading for Lighter’s LIT will begin once sufficient liquidity is in place, a major visibility boost that arrives hours after the token’s public debut as price approaches $3. The move signals broader exchange interest but keeps the exact start time contingent on liquidity metrics.
Bybit will gradually discontinue services for users in Japan beginning in 2026, following an earlier halt to new registrations. The move comes amid continued regulatory pressure on crypto platforms in the country.
Valour has launched a Solana-linked product on Brazil’s leading exchange, widening regulated access to SOL for local investors. The move responds to rising regional demand for compliant crypto exposure.
Gemini's cryptic post highlighting the letters X, R, P, and L reignited speculation that the exchange may list XRP despite no formal announcement. The teaser arrived amid a week of other XRPL-related signals from industry players.
ADGM’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority has granted licences to three Binance entities to operate exchange, clearing and brokerage services in Abu Dhabi, marking a key regulatory milestone for the exchange in the UAE.
Coinbase has reopened its app for new user registrations in India after a hiatus of more than two years, restoring retail access to its platform in the country.
Kraken now allows users in Colombia to fund accounts with Colombian pesos, introducing local payment options. Kraken says the move provides Colombians with a secure, lower-friction entry point into crypto.
Binance named co-founder Yi He as its co-chief executive on Wednesday. The move is positioned as part of the exchange's leadership continuity amid ongoing global regulatory and growth challenges.
Upbit will begin a phased resumption of deposits and withdrawals on December 1, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. KST. The exchange said services will be restored in stages rather than all at once.