Main cryptocurrency market news for October 15

On October 15, the cryptocurrency market faced a series of regulatory changes and news from major industry players. Russia is introducing new restrictions on P2P transactions and the crypto market as a whole.

The ban on P2P operations and additional restrictions have affected the Russian segment of the market, which could impact asset liquidity.

Major companies also announced strategic changes. Tether is collaborating with Trump's advisor, and StandX has announced its closure. Mastercard is integrating stablecoins into its ecosystem.

In the security sector, the FBI conducted an operation against a network of crypto scammers. Ledger introduced a new hardware wallet and is considering integration with implants.

Infrastructure projects are developing: Starknet is considering a transition to L1, while Telegram is transforming into a full-fledged social network. The MSCI Index will exclude Strategy company from its metrics.