Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
A New York Times investigation reveals Argentine President Javier Milei had seven phone calls with a key figure from the defunct LIBRA cryptocurrency project, around the time he publicly endorsed the token. Milei denies any wrongdoing as the report reignites scrutiny over his crypto ties.
Read MoreCryptocurrency-backed political action committees are mobilizing massive war chests for U.S. elections. Fairshake holds $193 million for 2026 midterms after spending over $130 million in 2024. Fellowship PAC raised over $100 million and appointed a Tether executive as chair, signaling intensified industry lobbying.
Read MoreOpenAI's CEO Sam Altman warns of both immense promise and profound peril from advanced AI. While future models could revolutionize discovery and productivity, they also heighten risks like sophisticated cyberattacks. Urgent government-industry coordination is needed to navigate the coming era of superintelligence.
Read MorePresident Trump issued a stern statement, calling Iran a "beast" and refusing to extend the deadline. He emphasized no ceasefire agreement has been signed, accusing Iran of seeking peace only due to severe losses. This hardline stance escalates tensions between the two nations.
Read MoreBroadridge Financial Solutions announces a major expansion of its proxy voting platform to include tokenized securities. The upgrade leverages blockchain technology like Avalanche, offering issuers a unified dashboard for managing both traditional and digital assets, marking a new era in corporate action management.
Read MoreGrayscale recently transferred 8,136 ETH, valued at approximately $17.5 million, to a Coinbase Prime custody address. This significant movement of institutional assets has captured market attention and may signal strategic portfolio adjustments or upcoming market activities.
Read MoreBitcoin retreated after briefly surpassing $70,275, with analysts attributing the drop to profit-taking. On-chain data reveals a recurring pattern: as prices approach the $70K-$80K zone, insufficient liquidity and selling pressure emerge, creating a cyclical resistance that caps further gains.
Read MoreA crypto advocacy group has formally responded to a regulatory proposal, arguing that DeFi protocols differ fundamentally from traditional exchanges and should not be forced into existing securities frameworks. The dispute highlights the clash between emerging technology and conventional regulation.
Read MoreSouth Korea's top fintech firm Toss is considering launching its own cryptocurrency on a blockchain mainnet, with a potential Layer 2 network for scalability. The final decision between Layer 1 or Layer 2 is pending due to delays in the country's comprehensive Digital Asset Basic Act legislation, highlighting a significant expansion into the crypto space.
Read MorePolymarket announces its most significant infrastructure upgrade to date. The overhaul features a completely rebuilt trading engine and the launch of a native stablecoin, Polymarket USD, aiming to boost efficiency, slash costs, and enhance security while expanding institutional use cases.
Read MoreA major crypto exchange faces scrutiny after key compliance executives, including the Chief Compliance Officer and senior sanctions/financial crime staff, depart. The firm calls it normal turnover but faces investigations into potential sanctions evasion.
Read MoreChaos Labs has ended its three-year role as a core contributor to the Aave ecosystem, citing fundamental disagreements on risk management approaches. Key factors include loss of key personnel, increased operational burdens from protocol upgrades, and unsustainable financial engagement, leading to an unavoidable exit.
Read MoreBitcoin has surged past the $70,000 milestone, marking a new record high with nearly 4% daily gains. High volatility underscores the need for cautious investment and risk management.
Read MoreWhite House economic adviser Kevin Hassett recently emphasized the need for the Federal Reserve to retain the capacity to cut interest rates, highlighting flexibility as crucial for navigating future economic uncertainties and sustaining growth.
Read MoreA recent court ruling found that New Jersey lacks clear jurisdiction over contracts tied to sporting events. This decision is seen as a significant win for prediction markets, potentially opening new legal pathways for innovative financial contracts.
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