Orionx Ceases Operations Following Audit Discovery of $7 Million External Asset Discrepancy
September 7, 2026
Tether-backed exchange Orionx is shutting down permanently after an independent audit revealed over $7 million in customer funds had been moved to unmonitored external wallets. The incident underscores growing concerns around digital asset custody.
U.S. SEC Rewrites Crypto Custody Rules as Framework Enters White House Review
August 27, 2026
The SEC has submitted a rewritten digital asset custody framework to the White House for executive review, replacing its controversial 2023 proposal with updated guidelines for investment advisers.