Aerodrome Decentralized Crypto Exchange (DEX) is now officially the highest fee-generating platform on Coinbase's Layer 2 blockchain Base. Is this the result of the unique features and collaboration with Base, or just wash trading?

The share of DEX (Decentralized Exchange) trading volume has been growing over the last months, reaching an all-time high of 23% in October. Community projects escape from CEX (Centralized Exchange) listing complications, while users find DEXs much easier to use.

As trading volumes slow, Kraken seeks to attract users and developers while diversifying revenue streams. Ink network built on the Optimism OP Stack is set to bring DeFi closer to the average user. The network is part of the Optimism Superchain, designed for enhanced cross-chain connectivity.

Coinbase plans to delist Tether's stablecoins in the EU, giving a strong push to its related party Circle. Meanwhile, Tether is developing a new technology solution tailored for the EU market that mitigates the risks of non-compliance with the EU MiCA regulation.

Local authorities have reminded the exchanges that it is time to get their paperwork done and register as full-fledged investment dealers.

'Gentle' investigation and a discounted penalty in exchange for cooperation and commitment to compliance.

The new technology allows the creation of a wallet within seconds but raises security and compliance concerns.

OKX Ventures became the top crypto venture capital investor in Q1 2024. We examine what they and other global crypto exchanges like Coinbase and Binance are investing in.