next block expo 2026
Next Block Expo (NBX) returns to Warsaw on March 24–25, 2026, gathering Web3 founders, investors, developers, and policymakers for two days of discussions on blockchain innovation, digital assets, and the evolving crypto ecosystem.
Trump Cybercrime Executive Order Targets Global Scam Networks
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at dismantling global cybercrime networks responsible for online fraud targeting Americans. The policy expands coordination between federal agencies while highlighting the growing intersection between cybercrime investigations and digital financial systems.
BitGo Secures PSD2 License for EMT Payments to Expand Regulated EU Crypto Services
BitGo has secured PSD2 authorization in Germany, adding regulated EMT payment capabilities to its existing MiCA license. The dual regulatory framework enables the firm to offer integrated crypto infrastructure and payment services for banks and fintechs across the European Economic Area.
US Crypto Bill Hits New Deadlock as Banks Reject Stablecoin Yield Compromise
Negotiations over the US crypto bill have hit a new deadlock after banks rejected a compromise on stablecoin yield provisions. The dispute highlights growing tensions between the crypto industry and traditional financial institutions as lawmakers debate the CLARITY Act.
Kraken Secures Federal Reserve Master Account in Crypto Banking First
Kraken Financial has secured a Federal Reserve master account, giving the crypto-focused bank direct access to U.S. central bank payment rails. The development could reduce reliance on intermediary banks and signal a shift in how crypto institutions interact with the traditional financial system.
CrispyBull.com Launches Crypto Leaders, a New Hub for Crypto Leadership Profiles
CrispyBull.com launched its new editorial hub, Crypto Leaders, dedicated to crypto leadership profiles and in-depth coverage of the executives shaping the blockchain industry. The section...
Bermuda Tests a Fully On-chain Economy in Global Crypto Policy Experiment
Bermuda is moving toward an on-chain economy through early 2026 pilots focused on stablecoin settlement and payment infrastructure. With a reinsurance-heavy, cross-border economy, the island is testing whether faster rails can reduce fees while staying inside a regulated framework.
Revolut Selected for UK FCA Stablecoin Sandbox in Pound Stablecoin Trial
Revolut has been selected for the FCA's Regulatory Sandbox stablecoin cohort to test sterling stablecoin issuance under regulatory supervision. The trial will evaluate reserves, redemption mechanisms, and consumer safeguards as the UK refines its approach to stablecoin regulation.
U.S. Freezes $580M in Assets Linked to Pig Butchering Scams
U.S. authorities have frozen and seized more than $580 million in cryptocurrency tied to global pig butchering scams. The action, led by the Washington, D.C.–based Scam Center Strike Force, reflects a multi-month effort to disrupt transnational crime networks operating across Southeast Asia.
$4.8M Stolen After South Korean Tax Agency Publishes Crypto Recovery Phrase
South Korea’s National Tax Service inadvertently disclosed a cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrase in public materials. The exposure enabled the transfer of 4 million PRTG tokens worth about $4.8 million. The case highlights operational risks in government crypto custody.
