Bitcoin Surpasses $94,000 For The First Time

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

November 20, 2024

Bitcoin surged to a historic high of over $94,000, fueled by reports that Donald Trump’s media company is negotiating to acquire the crypto trading firm Bakkt. The news has raised optimism for a cryptocurrency-friendly environment under the incoming Trump administration.

The world’s largest cryptocurrency has more than doubled in value this year, last trading at $92,104 during Wednesday’s Asian session after hitting $94,078 late the previous day.

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According to *The Financial Times*, Trump Media and Technology Group, the operator of Truth Social, is nearing an all-stock deal to acquire Bakkt, a firm backed by Intercontinental Exchange, the owner of the New York Stock Exchange.

Tony Sycamore, a market analyst at IG, credited Bitcoin’s new record to the Trump deal reports and the first day of options trading on the Nasdaq for BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF.

Cryptocurrencies have been rallying since the U.S. election on November 5, as traders anticipate a more relaxed regulatory approach under President-elect Trump. This has injected new momentum into Bitcoin following months of stagnation.

The excitement has propelled the global cryptocurrency market’s value to an all-time high of over $3 trillion, according to CoinGecko.

Chris Weston, head of research at Australian broker Pepperstone, noted strong buying pressure for Bitcoin, adding, “Another kick higher should bring in fresh interest from those who chase strength.”

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CySEC Enhances Market Integrity By Withdrawing Firms From Compensation Fund

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 16, 2026

Regulatory Action Strengthens Investor Protection

The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) has taken decisive steps to protect investors by removing two investment firms, VM Vita Markets Ltd and HTFX EU Ltd, from the Investors Compensation Fund (ICF). This move follows the earlier rescission of their Cyprus Investment Firm (CIF) authorizations.

Link Between Licensing And Compensation

The ICF serves as a safety mechanism, ensuring that clients receive due compensation if an authorized firm is unable to return funds or financial instruments. With the withdrawal of their operating licenses, these firms were rendered ineligible for the fund, highlighting the direct correlation between valid authorization and participation in investor protection schemes.

Preservation Of Client Rights

CySEC has been clear that the removal from the compensation scheme does not jeopardize the entitlements of affected clients. Investors who conducted eligible transactions before the revocation of membership retain the right to claim compensation, provided they meet the established conditions outlined in the directive. This precaution ensures that investors continue to receive remediatory support, even as the firms exit the regulated framework.

Maintaining Oversight In A Dynamic Market

This regulatory intervention reinforces CySEC’s commitment to market oversight and financial stability. By aligning firm licensing with participation in investor safeguard programs, the commission exemplifies robust supervisory practices that adapt to evolving market conditions. Such measures bolster investor confidence and set a standard for regulatory practices in similar financial markets worldwide.

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