The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again delayed rulings on multiple cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications, moving most deadlines into October 2025. The extensions affect filings tied to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Litecoin, and Dogecoin, underscoring the regulator’s cautious approach as it evaluates how to integrate digital assets into the broader financial […]
Japan’s top financial regulator is preparing to authorize the issuance of yen-denominated stablecoins as early as this fall, paving the way for the country’s first domestically backed digital currency tied to fiat, according to Nikkei. Tokyo-based fintech JPYC is expected to spearhead the launch, with its registration as a money transfer provider scheduled for completion […]
Deutsche Bank, Germany’s largest lender, plans to launch a crypto custody service in 2026, according to Bloomberg sources familiar with the matter. The move aligns with rising institutional demand for secure digital asset solutions among traditional financial institutions. The service will focus on regulated custody for institutional and corporate clients, marking Deutsche Bank’s entry into […]
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs on Monday vetoed two cryptocurrency-related bills—SB1373 and SB1024—while signing into law a separate measure regulating Bitcoin ATMs across the state. Vetoed: Crypto Reserve Fund and Payments Bill Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs on Monday vetoed two cryptocurrency-related bills—SB1373 and SB1024—while signing into law a separate measure that regulates Bitcoin ATMs throughout the […]
Bitcoin has risen just 50% since its last halving in April 2024, marking the worst performance on record following a halving. In this analysis, we review how Bitcoin has evolved in previous cycles and what its current situation is. This month marks an important milestone for Bitcoin: exactly one year since its most recent halving. […]
The Donald Trump administration continues to roll back oversight of digital assets. In this context, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has disbanded the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET), a key unit in the investigation and prosecution of cryptocurrency-related crimes, according to a Fortune report based on an internal memo. The dissolution of the NCET, […]
U.S. federal agencies have until next Monday to report their holdings of Bitcoin and other digital assets to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, a White House official confirmed to journalist Eleanor Terrett. This measure is part of the executive order signed by President Donald Trump on March 6, which establishes the Strategic Reserve of Bitcoin and […]
President Donald Trump’s announcement of a strategic cryptocurrency reserve in the United States has sparked intense debate within the industry. While the initiative aims to strengthen the country’s leadership in the crypto sector, many experts argue that Bitcoin (BTC) should be the sole reserve asset. Controversy Over Asset Selection According to the official announcement, the […]
Donald Trump’s presidency promises to create ripples not only in U.S. politics but also within the cryptocurrency space. Betting platforms like Polymarket suggest that Trump’s actions may significantly impact the crypto world in unforeseen ways. Here’s an exploration of potential transformations. Trump’s Agenda: A Focus on Cryptocurrencies Since the start of his campaign, there has […]
Bo Hines has been selected to head the newly formed “Crypto Council,” working alongside the “cryptocurrency czar,” as Michael Kratsios and Lynne Parker join in crypto-policy roles, among other appointments. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump continues to appoint cryptocurrency advocates to senior roles in his upcoming administration. In a post on his Truth Social account on […]
