Author: Tony Pearce
Nevada Takes Legal Action Against Coinbase’s Prediction Markets
Reading Time: < 1 minuteNevada gaming authorities have sued Coinbase, accusing the cryptocurrency exchange of running an unlicensed sports wagering operation.
Iran’s $10 Billion Crypto Boom Sparks US Sanctions Crackdown
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs cryptocurrency transactions in Iran balloon to an estimated $8-10 billion annually, US authorities are turning a sharp eye to digital asset platforms suspected of facilitating sanctions evasion by the Islamic Republic
Bitcoin Faces Risk of Deeper Correction to $56K, Galaxy Warns; Catalysts “Hard to Find”
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBitcoin’s recent downturn could extend significantly, with Galaxy Digital’s research lead Alex Thorn flagging a “significant chance” the cryptocurrency falls toward $56,000.
ING Opens Door to Crypto, Offering Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana ETPs to Retail Clients
Reading Time: < 1 minuteING Deutschland has launched a significant initiative to provide retail banking customers with access to cryptocurrency-linked exchange-traded products (ETPs).
Investor Flight Continues: Crypto Products Bleed $1.7bn, Wiping 2025 Gains
Reading Time: < 1 minuteFor the second consecutive week, digital asset investment products faced significant outflows, amounting to $1.7 billion.
Secret UAE Investment in Trump-Linked Crypto Venture Before Inauguration Revealed
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAn investment vehicle backed by Emirati Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan secretly acquired a 49% stake in World Liberty Financial for $500 million just days before President Donald Trump’s inauguration.
CrossCurve Bridge Loses $3 Million in Multi-Chain Exploit via Spoofed Messages
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCross-chain liquidity protocol CrossCurve has confirmed an active attack on its bridge infrastructure.
US Seizes $400 Million from Helix Crypto Laundering Platform
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Department of Justice has completed the seizure of over $400 million tied to Helix, a darknet cryptocurrency mixer.
Partisan Rift Over Trump’s Crypto Ties Sidelines Collaboration in Key Senate Committee Vote
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCiting Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency interests, Democrats explained the lack of bipartisan backing as a key Senate committee approved digital asset legislation by a single vote.
Korea Cracks Down: Crypto Exchanges and Their Owners Face Tough New Vetting Rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea is raising the bar for operating a cryptocurrency exchange.
Russia to Enact Crypto Rules in July, Opening Market to Retail Traders
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRussia is preparing to introduce a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies this July, which will open participation in the local crypto market to retail investors.
White House Calls Banks, Crypto Firms to Table on Legislative Stalemate
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA meeting between senior banking and cryptocurrency leaders is scheduled at the White House next week.
Veteran Executive Amy Oldenburg to Lead Morgan Stanley’s Crypto Push
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAmy Oldenburg, a veteran of over twenty years at Morgan Stanley, has been appointed to lead the firm’s digital asset strategy.
UK Regulator Prohibits Coinbase Ad Campaign
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe UK Advertising Standards Authority has reportedly banned a Coinbase advertising campaign, concluding that the ads improperly minimized the dangers of investing in cryptocurrency and suggested it was a fix for living-cost worries.
New BlackRock ETF Proposal Targets Bitcoin Yield for Investors
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA new filing reveals BlackRock’s plans to launch a Bitcoin ETF focused on generating income.
UK Bank Barriers Reject 40% of Transfers to Crypto Exchanges
Reading Time: < 1 minuteApproximately 40% of payments from customers to digital asset platforms are being blocked or delayed by UK banks.
Revolut Shifts Strategy, Seeks US Banking Charter Instead of Acquisition
Reading Time: < 1 minuteFinancial technology firm Revolut is changing its approach to the US market, opting to apply for a new national banking charter rather than acquiring an existing institution.
FCA Reaches Final Stage in Shaping UK Crypto Rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe UK Financial Conduct Authority is in the final phase of consulting on a core package of cryptocurrency regulations, marking a key step in implementing the government’s digital asset roadmap.
Crypto Security Firm Ledger Eyes US Listing with $4 Billion-Plus Valuation
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHardware wallet manufacturer Ledger is preparing for a potential initial public offering on a US exchange.
Ethereum ETFs See $42M Weekly Outflows as Institutional Caution Weighs on Crypto Market
Reading Time: < 1 minuteBased on the data from Farside Investors, the past week’s crypto market was characterized by institutional caution, highlighted by significant outflows from newly launched spot Ethereum ETFs.
Updated Crypto Bill Text Released by Senate Panel, Highlighting Unresolved Differences
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Senate Agriculture Committee has unveiled the latest text of a bill aimed at structuring the crypto market.
Bitwise Introduces Active ETF Merging Bitcoin and Gold Holdings
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThis move highlights how digital assets are increasingly being woven into broader macroeconomic investment portfolios, following the successful launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs.
Senate Affordability Push Sidelines Crypto Bill
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProgress on a crucial crypto market structure bill is likely to stall.
Nansen Expands from Analytics to AI Trading on Solana and Base
Reading Time: < 1 minuteOnchain analytics firm Nansen has launched an AI-powered trading solution directly within its web and mobile platforms.
Novogratz’s Galaxy Bets on Disruption with New $100M Crypto-Traditional Hybrid Fund
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGalaxy Digital, the crypto financial services firm founded by Mike Novogratz, is preparing a strategic $100 million hedge fund that bridges digital and traditional finance.
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