The US Treasury Department has initiated a public consultation process related to the GENIUS Act, aiming to curb illicit activities linked to cryptocurrencies. This law, recently signed into […]
US Treasury Exploring Digital Identity Verification for DeFi Security
The US Department of the Treasury is exploring the use of digital identity verification to combat illicit financial activities within decentralized finance (DeFi). Seeking public input on this […]
Federal Reserve Ends Crypto Oversight Program, Integrating It Into Bank Regulation
The Federal Reserve is eliminating its Novel Activities Supervision Program, designed to oversee banks’ crypto activities. This marks a major shift in how the Fed approaches crypto risk […]
Trump’s Executive Order Broadens Crypto Access in 401(k) Retirement Plans
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 7, 2025, enabling cryptocurrency investments within U.S. 401(k) retirement plans for the first time. This move aims to expand […]
Standard Chartered Shares Plummet After Lawmaker Alleges Illegal Payments
Standard Chartered PLC shares experienced a significant decline on Friday, dropping by 8.21% to close at $1,291.50. This follows a period of strong growth for the bank, which […]
Fed Adjusts Regulatory Approach to Cryptocurrency
The US Federal Reserve has made a significant shift in its approach to cryptocurrency supervision, potentially impacting the future of the financial industry. The move comes in response […]
Google Play Tightens Crypto Wallet Rules, Impacts 15 Jurisdictions
Google Play has implemented stricter rules for cryptocurrency wallet applications in 15 jurisdictions, including the United States and European Union. The updated policy mandates that custodial wallet developers […]
U.S. Banks Urge Congress to Close Loopholes in Stablecoin Regulation
Major U.S. banking groups are sounding the alarm about a potential threat to the nation’s financial system, urging Congress to address a critical gap in the GENIUS Act. […]
Paxos Applies for National Trust Charter to Expand Financial Services
Blockchain platform Paxos has filed an application with the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to transition its New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) […]
Bitcoin Price Forecast Improves as El Salvador Unveils New Banking Rules
El Salvador’s recent implementation of a new Investment Banking Law has ignited renewed market optimism, with Bitcoin price predictions now pointing to further gains. This law, passed on […]
Trump Administration Paves Path for U.S. Crypto Dominance
The Trump administration is pushing for increased crypto regulation, aiming to position the United States as a global leader in digital assets. Key initiatives include expanding access to […]
FSB Warns of Growing Crypto Systemic Risks
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has issued a warning highlighting systemic risks in the cryptocurrency market. The FSB observes increased interlinkages between crypto and traditional finance, posing potential […]
Bitcoin Rises Amidst Banking Holidays: Is 24/7 Accessibility the Future?
During global banking holidays in June 2025, Bitcoin saw a notable surge in price as users took advantage of its 24/7 availability. This period of increased interest highlights […]
Ripple Releases 12 Million RLUSD Tokens Amidst Regulatory Uncertainty
Ripple has re-entered the stablecoin market with a significant move: it has launched 12 million new RLUSD tokens, marking its first issuance since pausing production in April 2025. […]
SEC Appoints Crypto Specialists to Senior Roles
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced four senior appointments on Friday, including two officials with experience in the cryptocurrency industry. These appointments reflect a shift towards […]