Latest updates, press releases, and insights from the volatile world of digital assets.
A 17-year-old British student has been sanctioned by Russia for his research into a ruble-pegged stablecoin allegedly used to bypass Western restrictions and support operations in Ukraine
FG Nexus has transferred another 10,000 ETH worth roughly $17.8 million, adding to a string of sales that have significantly reduced its holdings. The moves come as Ethereum trades more than 50% below the company's average acquisition price, resulting in unrealized losses exceeding $100 million on its original position
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have posted net withdrawals for 13 straight trading days totaling around $4.4 billion, the longest such run since their launch
Strategy's massive unrealized losses on its Bitcoin holdings have sparked intense debate in crypto markets. As Michael Saylor points to AI infrastructure spending and ETF outflows as key pressures, questions mount about the future of corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies amid shifting capital flows
Stripe, Visa, and Mastercard are reportedly preparing a joint stablecoin initiative that could reshape the $325 billion market long dominated by Tether and Circle, with Coinbase also considering participation in the project
As the July 1 MiCA transitional deadline approaches, major players secure licenses while others face forced exits from the EU market. Recent acquisitions and approvals signal a maturing regulatory environment reshaping digital asset services across Europe
Bitmine Immersion Technologies is moving forward with a $300 million perpetual preferred stock offering to fund further Ethereum acquisitions and staking operations
Economist Peter Schiff has intensified his criticism of Bitcoin as the cryptocurrency trades near $66,000 following recent declines. He argues that excessive confidence among holders sets the stage for a sharp drop, potentially testing long-term conviction and shaking out weak hands in the market
Over 160 former national security and law enforcement officials have joined the Blockchain Association in calling on the US Senate to advance the CLARITY Act, arguing the legislation provides critical tools to combat illicit finance while bringing digital asset markets under clear American rules and oversight
Tether and Fasset have introduced a Visa card that lets users spend tokenized gold in everyday transactions while earning up to 6% cashback in XAUT. The card converts XAUT holdings to fiat at point of sale and includes automatic round-ups that invest spare change back into gold
