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European investors say they would switch banks for better crypto services

A survey found 35 percent of European investors would be willing to switch their main bank if another offered better cryptocurrency investment services. The study, conducted by Boerse Stuttgart Digital among about 6,000 investors in Germany, Italy, Spain and France, indicated crypto services are starting to influence bank choice. It also found regulatory uncertainty and limited knowledge remain obstacles, while the EU’s MiCA framework was cited as boosting trust.

Crypto

New York state sues Coinbase, Gemini over alleged unlicensed prediction markets

New York state filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchanges Coinbase and Gemini over prediction-market contracts. The state alleges the products, tied to sports, entertainment and elections, are unlicensed gambling that violates state law. Attorney General Letitia James said renaming gambling does not change its nature and cannot evade regulation. The complaint says the services functioned like bookmakers and allowed participation by users under 21.

Industry

Scientists study ways to break human lifespan ceiling stuck near 120 years

Scientists are focusing on technologies that could extend maximum human lifespan beyond 120 to 130 years, even as average life expectancy keeps rising. Longevity researcher Shmuel Rands said average life expectancy has increased sharply since the 19th century, but the longest verified lifespan has barely changed for decades. Firms are preparing or reporting early clinical work, including partial reprogramming trials and anti-aging drugs. Research collaborations are also expanding to study people aged 100 to 110.