No More Ransoms: UK Draws Line Against Cyber Extortion
The UK is putting ransomware gangs on notice—public sector bodies and critical infrastructure operators will soon be barred from paying their demands.
Bitwise’s ETF Hopes Hang in Limbo After SEC Pauses Approval
Bitwise’s plan to convert its crypto index fund into an ETF hit a snag after the SEC approved—then quickly paused—the move, creating uncertainty for investors.
Senate GOP Drafts Market Structure Bill
The battle for crypto regulation is heating up—Senate Republicans just unveiled their draft bill, setting the stage for a potential compromise with the House.
BitGo’s IPO Plans Signal Crypto’s Next Growth Phase
BitGo is preparing for a US IPO, filing confidentially with the SEC in a bid to enter public markets.
Saylor’s MicroStrategy Buys the Dip with $740M Bitcoin Splurge
Even as Bitcoin retreated from its $122K peak last week, MicroStrategy went shopping—adding 6,220 BTC ($739.8M) to its massive stockpile.
Western Union Embraces Stablecoins for Next-Gen Payments
Western Union is preparing to enter the stablecoin space, with plans to integrate digital assets into its wallet platform.
Conflux to Launch Offshore Yuan Stablecoin, CFX Jumps 57%
China’s Conflux Network plans to issue an offshore yuan-pegged stablecoin in partnership with AnchorX and Eastcompeace Technology, per a Shanghai government report.
Crypto Firms Face Banking Lobby Resistance in Bid for Licenses
Crypto companies seeking federal banking licenses are hitting roadblocks as traditional banks push regulators to slow down the approval process.
UK Set to Sell $7B in Seized Bitcoin Amid Budget Crisis
The UK government is racing to cash in on a colossal Bitcoin seizure—worth $7 billion—as it scrambles to address a budget shortfall.
What Are Ethereum Exchange-traded Funds?
An ETF, or exchange-traded fund, is an investment vehicle traded on stock exchanges that holds a collection of assets, such as stocks, bonds, commodities, or cryptocurrencies.
Global Crypto Valuation Tops $4T Amid Institutional Adoption Wave
Cryptocurrencies collectively surpassed $4 trillion in market value Thursday, marking a pivotal moment in digital asset history.
House Sets Crypto Regulatory Framework with Three Key Bills
The US House took a major step toward crypto regulation Thursday, passing the CLARITY Act (294-134), GENIUS Act (308-122), and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act (219-210).
Staking Could Soon Boost BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF—Here’s How
BlackRock wants to let investors earn yield through its iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), filing with the SEC to enable staking.
UK Moves to Block Crypto Donations in Bid to Safeguard Elections
The UK government is taking steps to ban cryptocurrency donations in political campaigns, aiming to prevent anonymous and foreign funding from distorting elections.
US House Takes Critical Step Toward Crypto Regulation, Votes Loom
The US House has set the stage for a landmark vote on cryptocurrency regulation after approving H.Res 580 (217-212) late Wednesday.
