Xiao Feng, CEO and Chairman of Hashkey, one of the few licensed crypto exchanges in Hong Kong, believes that Trump’s support for the cryptocurrency sector could accelerate a pivot from anti-crypto policies in China. Hashkey CEO: China Might Pivot Its Anti-Crypto Policies Following Trump’s Moves The recent endorsement of the cryptocurrency sector and bitcoin as […]
Bitwise Applies to List First Crypto Index Fund as an Exchange-Traded Product
The listing is part of Bitwise’s strategy to continue to give investors a range of exposure to digital assets. Bitwise Set to Expand Crypto Index Fund NYSE Arca has applied to list the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW), the first and largest cryptocurrency index fund globally, as an exchange-traded product (ETP), Bitwise Asset Management […]
UK Crypto Rules Poised to Shift as Trump’s US Policy Gains Momentum
The UK government reportedly plans to unveil new cryptocurrency regulations this month, aiming to bolster the UK’s position as a global crypto hub amid increasing competition from the U.S., where recent policy shifts under Donald Trump favor the industry. The UK Treasury’s proposed legislation will cover stablecoins and seek a specific exemption for staking services, […]
$150K Bitcoin: Scaramucci Sees Trump Depoliticizing Crypto, Fueling BTC’s Next Surge
Skybridge Capital’s founder predicts bitcoin could reach $ 150,000 with eased regulations, noting that the Trump administration’s approach could help depoliticize crypto policy. Can Depoliticized US Policy Finally Push Bitcoin to $ 150,000? Skybridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci shared insights into potential U.S. policy changes affecting bitcoin and cryptocurrency in an interview with …
18 States Sue SEC, Gensler, Commissioners in Unprecedented Crypto Regulation Battle
Eighteen states have sued the SEC, Chair Gary Gensler, and all SEC commissioners, alleging that overreach in crypto regulation infringes on state rights and hampers industry growth. 18 States Sue SEC, Gensler, and All Commissioners Over Alleged Overreach in Cryptocurrency Regulation Eighteen U.S. states have sued the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), its Chair Gary […]
Bitcoin.com Now Live on Rumble: A New Era for Crypto Content
Bitcoin.com, a leading source for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency news, education, and tools, is thrilled to announce its official launch on Rumble, the rapidly growing video streaming platform known for championing free speech and creator empowerment. This partnership not only extends Bitcoin.com’s reach to a broader audience, but also coincides with Rumble’s introduction of a dedicated […]
Revolut Launches Standalone Crypto Exchange Across Europe
Revolut is expanding the international reach of its digital asset services with the rollout of Revolut X in 30 new countries across Europe. This expansion follows the standalone crypto platform’s launch in the UK in May, where it was designed to cater to both professional and retail crypto traders. Revolut X offers advanced trading features […]
Scammed: Korean Police Bust $232M Fraudulent Crypto Scheme, Youtube Star at Center
South Korean police arrested 215 individuals, including a Youtube influencer, for their role in perpetrating a $ 232 million crypto scam. 28 Fraudulent Digital Assets Issued The South Korean police recently arrested 215 individuals implicated in a virtual assets scam that fleeced approximately $ 232 million (325 billion won) from about 15,000 investors. …
Inside Russia’s Crypto Rules: Sberbank CEO Reveals Key Insights
Sberbank CEO Herman Gref announced that using cryptocurrencies as a payment method within Russia is currently prohibited by law and is unlikely to be allowed in the near future. Speaking at the “FI day. Blockchain: on the edge of a new financial era” conference in Moscow, Gref clarified that while Russia’s new legislation permits the […]
An Elusive Indian Suspect at the Center of Indiana’s Crypto Fraud
Authorities in Grant County, Indiana, have recovered $ 36,000 in a cryptocurrency scam involving Prateek Jain, a 33-year-old man from Kolkata, India. Jain faces charges of felony fraud and money laundering after allegedly convincing a Marion, Indiana resident to deposit funds into a bitcoin ATM as part of the scam. The case, initially reported …
Binance Report Highlights Rise of AI-Powered Crypto Apps and the Success of AI-Backed Meme Coins
A new Binance report explores the rise of AI-powered crypto applications, highlighting the success of an AI-backed meme coin and the emergence of platforms for creating and managing AI agents. AI-Endorsed Meme Coin Brings Alignment Concept to the Fore According to a new report by Binance, the emergence of the artificial intelligence (AI) agent Terminal […]
Bitcoin Hits Historic $93,481 as Crypto Economy Surpasses $3 Trillion
Bitcoin (BTC) surged to an all-time high of $ 93,481 today, marking a milestone as the cryptocurrency market surpassed a $ 3 trillion valuation. Record-Breaking Bitcoin Price Sparks $ 3 Trillion Milestone for Crypto Market The price of bitcoin (BTC) surged to a record high of $ 93,481 today, marking a …
Crypto Kidnapping: Tourist Held Captive, Forced to Transfer $250K in USDT
A 23-year-old Ukrainian tourist in Phuket, Thailand, was kidnapped and forced to transfer $ 250,000 in USDT stablecoins (about 8.56 million baht) to two armed robbers. Viacheslav Leibov was threatened with violence until he complied with the robbers’ demands. Initially, the two robbers, an Armenian and a Ukrainian, demanded $ 500,000 in USDT …
Brazil Prepares to Let Tradfi Institutions Embrace Crypto
The Central Bank of Brazil is preparing to open the cryptocurrency market to traditional finance institutions, which will be able to operate in this industry with clarity after the enactment of the upcoming regulation. Small crypto startups might face challenges in regularizing their situation due to the high bar this framework will impose. Central Bank […]
Coinbase Launches Regulated Crypto Benchmark — Who Can Invest?
Coinbase’s new cryptocurrency index introduces a regulated crypto benchmark, offering investors broad exposure and setting a new standard for transparency in the digital asset market. A New Crypto Benchmark Emerges — Coinbase’s Bold Move with COIN50 Index Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) has launched the Coinbase 50 Index (COIN50), which the crypto exchange described as “a regulated […]