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Bitget has added Russia and Belarus to its restricted countries list. The exchange is closing select accounts, issuing users deadlines to close positions and withdraw funds. The move is described as a "one-time measure" for specific users.
Read MoreFollowing the failure of the CLARITY Act in the Senate, the SEC Chair announced the agency will leverage its existing authority to advance crypto regulation, aiming for a 'common-sense, comprehensive' framework. This shift occurs amid leadership changes in the White House's digital asset policy team.
Read MoreHyperliquid has proposed testnet changes requiring a 10 HYPE stake for IOC and ALO priority fee accounts. Mainnet adoption remains unconfirmed, and the update focuses on priority access in the mempool for specific account types.
Read MoreTether and HIVEN have invested in AI startup AIsa, pushing its total funding past $9 million. AIsa enables AI agents to make payments and access services, processing over 100 million transactions. The move highlights Tether's expansion into AI-powered programmable payments.
Read MoreThe Latvian parliament has passed a cryptocurrency tax law set to take effect in 2027. The law focuses on taxing amounts withdrawn above initial deposits and includes a one-time declaration mechanism, establishing a clear tax framework for individuals and businesses.
Read MoreA senior Iranian military commander asserts Iran's victory in recent conflicts, stating that enemy propaganda cannot change battlefield realities. He emphasizes the armed forces' enhanced readiness to defend the system.
Read MoreBitcoin Cash (BCH) has fallen below the critical $270 support level, currently trading at $269.9 with a 24-hour decline of 1.32%. Market volatility is increasing, prompting investors to reassess risk management strategies.
Read MoreSouth Korea's FSC has included Gopax operator Streami among 16 financial institutions hit by a data breach affecting about 100,000 cases. Authorities are investigating potential AI involvement in the attack while calling for industry-wide security upgrades. No crypto assets were reportedly stolen from Gopax.
Read MoreChainalysis data shows Italy, Portugal, and Singapore collectively hold 66.9% of geographically identifiable tokenized U.S. Treasury holdings, with the U.S. itself at only 10.5%. The tokenized Treasury market surged 125% to $15.42B in a year, highlighting strong global investor appeal.
Read MoreBitcoin futures open interest dipped to $76.8B while funding rates remain positive, indicating leveraged longs are still paying to hold positions. Both metrics alone don't predict market direction. Overall risk appetite appears to be cooling as Solana's OI saw a sharper decline.
Read MoreA rapid-fire selloff targeting chip stock perpetual contracts liquidated roughly $51.6 million in positions during a 10-minute window over the weekend while U.S. markets were closed. The cascade, starting on one exchange, highlights the volatility of these derivatives in the absence of real-world price anchors, with long positions bearing the brunt.
Read MoreCharles Schwab is rolling out external wallet transfers for Bitcoin and Ethereum to eligible clients, moving beyond simple investment account exposure. This responds to growing client demand for control over asset custody and shifts the competitive focus among traditional brokers from offering crypto to controlling the user experience. The firm cautions that crypto assets are not FDIC-insured.
Read MoreCrypto super PAC Fairshake has spent $46.6 million opposing Ohio Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown. Recent filings show $7 million in new ad buys targeting the former banking committee chair. The PAC, funded by major industry players, expects over $100 million in spending this cycle.
Read MoreMorgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF (MSBT) has recorded net inflows for 90 consecutive trading days, highlighting sustained institutional demand. This trend suggests growing mainstream acceptance of Bitcoin as a strategic asset class among traditional finance players.
Read MoreU.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent notes the nation faces an energy shock, with inflation expected to ease after a certain conflict concludes. The report also mentions Europe's continued energy purchases from Russia and Ukrainian concerns over U.S. support.
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