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ICE WANTS CRYPTO’S 24/7 CASINO ONSHORE

ICE WANTS CRYPTO'S 24/7 CASINO ONSHORE Crypto spent years partying offshore. Now Wall Street wants to bring the party home, check everyone's ID and give the casino a compliance department.

The absurdCrypto put on loafers and asked compliance to bless the vibes.

The breakdownRetail traders could get 24/7 perps on crypto, stocks, commodities and FX.

The upsideMore access, more oversight, less offshore mystery sauce.

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