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Lawyer Exposes French Prosecutors’ Missteps as Telegram Founder Faces 10-Year Threat
21.6.2025
In a high-stakes legal battle, Pavel Durov’s defense team dismantles French prosecutors’ case, exposing major procedural missteps and shaky charges surrounding Telegram’s alleged role in criminal conspiracies. French prosecutors’ attempt to indict Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov faces...
Crypto Funds Hit $167B in Assets as Traditional Markets Lose Their Grip
10.6.2025
Crypto funds reached historic highs in May, with total assets under management climbing to $167 billion—driven by $7.05 billion in net inflows, the largest since December. As investors react to softening trade tensions and seek protection from U.S. market instability, bitcoin has emerged as both...
Bitcoin’s $200K Price Forecast ‘Conservative,’ Says Bernstein
10.6.2025
Bernstein reaffirmed its $200,000 Bitcoin price forecast, labeling it “high-conviction but conservative,” based on accelerating institutional investment and structural market evolution. The firm cites the success of spot bitcoin ETFs, which now manage approximately $120 billion in assets,...
US Seizes Crypto and 145 Domains From Identity Theft Marketplace
7.6.2025
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized 145 domains and cryptocurrency funds tied to the BidenCash identity theft marketplace, a dark web platform that trafficked in stolen payment card data and personal information. Operational since March 2022, BidenCash facilitated the sale of more than...
Moscow Exchange Opens Bitcoin Futures to Select Investors
6.6.2025
Russia is entering the cryptocurrency derivatives market, as the Moscow Stock Exchange kicked off bitcoin futures trading on June 4, limited exclusively to “highly qualified” investors. This move comes as Russia cautiously experiments with crypto-related financial instruments, amid ongoing...
Kurdistan Orders Crypto Crackdown After $15M Fraud Case
3.6.2025
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), the official executive body of the semi-autonomous Kurdistan Region in northern Iraq, has ordered the Ministry of Interior to create a special committee to shut down companies operating in the fields of electronic trading and digital currencies....
UK Financial Giant IG Group Launches Crypto Trading for Retail Investors
2.6.2025
UK financial giant IG Group, a leading FTSE 250 trading platform, is launching cryptocurrency trading for retail investors—becoming the first UK-listed company to offer such services. Customers can buy, sell, and hold major digital currencies, including bitcoin, ethereum, and select stablecoins...
Bitcoin Scandal Forces Czech Justice Minister to Step Down
1.6.2025
Czech political circles were shaken when Justice Minister Pavel Blažek stepped down following revelations that his ministry received a bitcoin donation valued at one billion crowns from an ex-convict previously charged with narcotics offenses. Although Blažek maintained his innocence, stating...
IMF Alarmed as Pakistan Declares Bold Bitcoin Reserve
1.6.2025
Amid ongoing economic negotiations, Pakistan’s unprecedented plan to integrate bitcoin into its national strategy has sparked concern from the International Monetary Fund, which was not consulted on the initiative. The country declared the establishment of a national bitcoin reserve and a digital...
US-Mexico Transfers Accelerated by XDC-Bitso Blockchain Rail
31.5.2025
In a strategic move to overhaul U.S.-Mexico remittance flows, XDC Network has joined forces with Bitso Business to deploy a blockchain-based payment framework designed for rapid, low-cost, and secure cross-border transactions. Tapping into the $63 billion inbound remittance market in Mexico and...
Binance Japan Secures International Security Certifications
31.5.2025
Binance Japan has secured ISO/IEC 27001 and 27701 certifications from the British Standards Institution, signaling a milestone in its cybersecurity and privacy framework. These international standards validate the firm’s stringent controls and governance measures. General Manager Takeshi Chino...
SEC’s Crypto Task Force Gets Crucial Input From EY
31.5.2025
Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) submitted a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) last week in response to the SEC’s request for input on crypto-related matters. The firm emphasized the importance of regulatory clarity regarding how federal securities laws apply to crypto...
Bitcoin ETFs Soar as Investors Flee Gold Holdings
31.5.2025
A strategic pivot among investors is becoming clear as capital shifts from traditional safe havens to digital alternatives. Over the past five weeks, U.S.-based bitcoin ETFs attracted more than $9 billion in inflows, predominantly led by Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), while gold ETFs...
India May Release Crypto Regulation Discussion Paper in June: Report
30.5.2025
India may unveil a comprehensive discussion paper in June aimed at shaping crypto asset regulations, drawing heavily on guidance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Financial Stability Board (FSB). This move follows a surge in global acceptance, particularly after U.S. President...
Standard Chartered Sees Solana Hitting $500 by 2029 Despite Short-Term Dip
30.5.2025
Solana’s long-term potential remains robust despite short-term hurdles, according to Standard Chartered’s digital assets head Geoffrey Kendrick. The bank forecasts SOL will climb from roughly $175 today to $275 by late 2025 and $500 by 2029. However, solana is expected to trail ethereum over...
India’s Crypto Sector Rallies for Tax Change as Trump Spurs Market Optimism
28.5.2025
Amid evolving global dynamics, India’s cryptocurrency sector is intensifying pressure on the government for tax relief, capitalizing on what industry leaders see as softening attitudes linked to Donald Trump’s White House return. Executives report regular engagements with Indian...
Speculation Grows Over Trump Media’s $3 Billion Crypto Ambition
27.5.2025
Amid swirling speculation, Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), overseen by Donald Trump’s family, is reportedly exploring a $3 billion fundraising effort aimed at cryptocurrency investments, according to unnamed sources cited by the Financial Times. The plan allegedly includes $2 billion...
Ripple Hails Dubai’s Crypto Vision at Fintech Summit
19.5.2025
Ripple reaffirmed its commitment to the global crypto ecosystem during the Dubai Fintech Summit, where Ripple President Monica Long engaged with Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. Praising Dubai’s role in the digital economy, Long stated: “We continue to be impressed with the leadership...
Coinbase Will Be $1 Trillion Company, Says Bitwise CIO
9.5.2025
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, believes crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) will be a $1 trillion company in the future, following its acquisition of Deribit. In a statement on X, Hougan signaled strong confidence in Coinbase’s strategic direction, stating:...
Ripple’s $5B Bid to Acquire Circle Gets Rejected: Report
1.5.2025
Ripple has reportedly made a strategic acquisition attempt targeting competitor Circle Internet Group, offering between $4 billion and $5 billion. However, insiders revealed the offer was dismissed for undervaluing Circle. Despite Ripple’s continued interest, a follow-up bid remains...