SEC Flip-Flop on Bitwise Crypto ETF Sparks Market Confusion and Legal Scrutiny

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The SEC shocked markets by approving, then halting, Bitwise’s crypto ETF within hours. The rare use of Rule 431 to pause delegated approval raises major questions for crypto investors.

Is the Digital Pound Dead? Inside the Bank of England’s Sudden Shift

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The Bank of England is reevaluating its digital pound project following political resistance, rising privacy concerns, and private sector innovation. The CBDC pause reflects a broader global shift.

Conflux Taps Offshore Yuan for Global Trade Amid Blockchain 3.0 Upgrade and Rising Chinese Ambitions

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Conflux unveiled plans for an offshore Yuan stablecoin and a major blockchain 3.0 upgrade, driving renewed attention to its role in cross-border trade. The announcements fueled a sharp CFX price rally and raised questions about China’s evolving blockchain ambitions.

US Stablecoin Law 2025: What Changes for Crypto Compliance and Consumers

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The first federal stablecoin law, the GENIUS Act, sets strict rules for issuers and signals changes ahead for DeFi, foreign providers, and crypto compliance.

BREAKING: House Passes Stablecoin Bill, Sending Landmark Crypto Legislation to Trump’s Desk

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The House passes stablecoin bill, sending the GENIUS Act to President Trump. The legislation establishes federal rules for stablecoins and clarifies crypto market regulation in the US.

Russia’s Digital Ruble Law Sets 2026 Rollout as Public Resistance Persists

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Russia has finalized legislation establishing its long-awaited Digital Ruble. The law sets the stage for a phased rollout between 2026 and 2028. While the...

Crypto Week in Limbo: GOP Infighting Stalls U.S. Crypto Bills — For Now

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Republican infighting in Congress has delayed key crypto legislation, including the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts. As Crypto Week continues, the future of US stablecoin and digital asset regulation remains uncertain.

BigONE Hack Exposes $27M Security Breach in New Wave of Supply Chain Attacks

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The BigONE hack has exposed \$27 million in losses through a sophisticated supply chain attack targeting its hot wallets. The incident highlights growing vulnerabilities in crypto exchange security.

Code on Trial: Tornado Cash Developer’s Case Becomes a Free Speech Battleground

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The Tornado Cash trial of Roman Storm puts crypto privacy, open-source code, and developer liability under legal scrutiny. This case could reshape how regulators treat DeFi and privacy tools in the U.S.

You’re in Crypto. Whether You Like It or Not

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Even if you avoid buying Bitcoin, your index funds might not. Major indexes like the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and MSCI now include companies tied to crypto, giving passive investors indirect exposure without their explicit consent.