Group 1: Conference Overview - An exclusive conference, CfC St. Moritz, will take place from January 14-16, 2026, in the Swiss Alps, featuring prominent figures from both crypto and traditional finance [1][2] - The event will host 250 participants to facilitate private discussions on the future of the industry [2] Group 2: Integration of Crypto and Traditional Finance - The conference underscores the growing integration of digital assets into mainstream finance, with Franklin Templeton launching one of the first spot Bitcoin ETFs and forming a partnership with Binance for new digital asset offerings [3] - Brevan Howard Digital has appointed a new CIO to oversee its digital asset funds, which have nearly doubled their Bitcoin ETF holdings [4] - Nasdaq has filed a proposal to enable tokenized securities trading, indicating a shift in market infrastructure [4] Group 3: Regulatory Landscape - Regulation is a central topic as the industry matures, with the inclusion of Peter Kerstens from the European Commission highlighting the EU's implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework [5] - Exchanges like Gemini are securing MiCA licenses to expand services, reflecting the industry's adaptation to complex global regulations [5] Group 4: Company-Specific Developments - Under CEO Richard Teng, Binance is navigating a complex regulatory landscape, securing key licenses in Europe but lacking a comprehensive MiCA passport for EU-wide operations [6][7] - Kraken has seen a positive development in the U.S. after the SEC dropped its lawsuit, providing greater operational clarity for the company [8]