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FlixoCrypt Daily Roundup, 18 July 2026
Prices updated daily by automation · last 2026-08-26. Not real-time; informational only.
Crypto.com secures $400 million from Citadel Securities, valued at $20 billion
Crypto.com has raised $400 million from Citadel Securities, pushing the exchange's valuation to $20 billion. The deal signals institutional confidence and is intended to accelerate adoption among professional traders. For users evaluating where to trade, the injection of capital from a major market-making firm typically strengthens an exchange's liquidity and operational resilience, though it also marks a shift toward institutional-grade infrastructure that may reshape fee structures and trading conditions.
U.S. perpetual futures approval looms; exchanges prepare for onshore launches
Global crypto exchanges are gearing up to launch U.S. perpetual futures—leveraged derivatives previously concentrated offshore—following anticipated CFTC approval. This move brings previously unregulated products under American oversight, which may tighten market surveillance and reduce counterparty risk. However, perpetual futures carry significant liquidation and leverage risks; traders considering these products should verify their chosen exchange's margin safeguards, insurance funds, and bankruptcy protections before using leverage.
Bank of Japan rate signals spark 6% market dip; Bitcoin stabilises near $64,654
The Bank of Japan's hawkish commentary on interest rates triggered a sharp sell-off earlier in the week, dragging Bitcoin below $60,000 and the broader CoinDesk 20 index down nearly 6%. Prices have since recovered, with Bitcoin now trading at $64,654 (+0.8% in 24 hours). The volatility underscores how central bank policy shifts ripple across crypto markets; traders and stakers should be aware that macro-driven swings can affect exchange liquidity and may alter conditions for spot and derivatives trading.
UK regulator raids eight locations in first collaborative P2P crypto trading crackdown
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority conducted raids on eight locations in London suspected of illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, marking its first joint operation with other regulators. The action reflects tightening enforcement around unregulated trading venues and informal settlement networks. Users in the UK should verify that any exchange or P2P platform they use is properly FCA-registered; unregulated alternatives pose risks including frozen funds, lack of customer protection, and potential legal exposure.
Russia and Iran using cryptocurrency to fund military drone purchases, Chainalysis reports
A new Chainalysis report reveals that groups linked to Russia and Iran are increasingly using cryptocurrency to procure low-cost military drones and components. Whilst this reflects geopolitical tensions rather than direct exchange risk, it underscores regulatory pressure on crypto platforms to implement stricter sanctions screening and transaction monitoring. Users should expect enhanced compliance requirements, longer deposit and withdrawal processing times, and potential account freezes if their activity triggers automated sanctions-compliance systems—particularly for exchanges serving users in conflict-adjacent regions or handling high-velocity transactions.
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What is this roundup? +
Bitcoin and Ethereum edged higher overnight, gaining 0.8% and 0.7% respectively, as markets stabilised following earlier volatility triggered by Bank of Japan rate signals. Key institutional moves—notably Crypto.com's $400 million Citadel Securities funding and plans for U.S. perpetual futures—suggest growing mainstream adoption, though regulatory scrutiny of P2P trading and geopolitical crypto use remain live concerns for exchange choice and custody security.
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Published and verified on 2026-07-18.
What does it cover? +
It covers: Crypto.com secures $400 million from Citadel Securities, valued at $20 billion; U.S. perpetual futures approval looms; exchanges prepare for onshore launches; Bank of Japan rate signals spark 6% market dip; Bitcoin stabilises near $64,654; UK regulator raids eight locations in first collaborative P2P crypto trading crackdown; Russia and Iran using cryptocurrency to fund military drone purchases, Chainalysis reports.
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Each platform mentioned has a full review with fees, KYC and regulation under /exchanges, /wallets or /tools.
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No. This is informational only; cryptocurrency involves significant risk.
Reviewed by Arjun Mehta
Crypto analyst; 8+ years covering exchanges, wallets and DeFi
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Sources
- Reuters – Cryptocurrency Markets — verified
- CoinDesk — verified