Bitcoin, blockchain, DeFi, digital assets, and crypto regulation.
In a significant move, the Irish government has conducted its first assessment of digital assets in seven years, focusing on potential financial risks including money laundering and terrorism financing.
New proposed regulations by US government agencies would require stablecoin issuers to implement customer identification protocols akin to those of regulated financial institutions.
According to CryptoQuant, microtransactions under 0.01 BTC now constitute a significant 80% of daily Bitcoin transactions, a notable increase from 44% in 2023.
The CFTC has reached a settlement that permanently bars Alex Mashinsky, the founder of Celsius, from trading in its markets or registering with the agency.
Analysts from Bitwise highlight that Bitcoin is currently priced in a historical value zone, yet caution is warranted due to potential hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve and liquidity competition.
CME Group has filed a lawsuit against the CFTC and its Chair, Michael Selig, claiming that the regulator's classification of cryptocurrency futures as swaps could jeopardize derivatives markets.
In a bid to bolster financial security, the Federal Reserve has proposed a rule mandating stablecoin issuers to implement customer identification programs aimed at preventing illicit activities.
In a significant move, Kraken has integrated decentralized exchange (DEX) trading for Solana, enabling users to access a wide range of tokens within the Solana ecosystem.
Ledn has introduced Tether Gold as collateral for loans, reflecting the growth of tokenized commodities, which now represent about 17% of the $43 billion RWA market.
Ledn has announced the addition of Tether's XAUT gold token to its platform, enabling users to secure loans backed by their gold holdings, similar to existing Bitcoin options.
Bitcoin's position in the market has declined by ten spots since mid-2025, with projections suggesting it may not return to the top five until 2036.
Rodney Burton, known as 'Bitcoin Rodney,' has pled guilty to charges related to a massive $1.8 billion cryptocurrency fraud, potentially facing five years in prison.
Bitcoin and ether ETFs have seen a combined loss of $111 million as hopes for interest rate cuts faded. The total market value remains steady at approximately $2.26 trillion.
In Alabama, a Republican candidate has emerged victorious in a Senate runoff, supported by a crypto company-backed PAC that claims to have made its largest expenditure of the election cycle.
Fidelity has announced its intention to manage reserve assets for the growing stablecoin market, following in the footsteps of State Street.
Recent analysis indicates a significant drop in Bitcoin's realized losses, suggesting a potential easing of sell pressure as liquidity improves. Could this signal a bullish trend for BTC?
In the wake of the Federal Reserve's latest meeting led by Kevin Warsh, Bitcoin experienced a decline, reflecting market concerns over the Fed's commitment to price stability.
In a move to enhance access to tokenized traditional assets, Blockchain.com has partnered with Ondo Finance, reflecting the growing interest in onchain stocks and ETFs.
In response to the current crypto downturn, Coinbase is shifting its focus from trading fees to diversifying its offerings in derivatives, payments, and infrastructure.
Recent data indicates that altcoin selling has reached $266 billion, marking the lowest demand in six years, as investors turn their attention to stablecoins, stocks, and AI.