Analysis
Regulation
Italy drops plans to hike capital gains tax on crypto amid backlash, political division
Italy's plan to hike crypto tax from 26% to 42% faces pushback from within ruling coalition amid industry backlash.
Adoption
Bitcoin poised for ‘golden age’ in 2025 with $200k milestone projection – Bitwise
Bitwise predicts a transformative year for crypto with innovations driving Bitcoin past $200,000 and stablecoins doubling their market cap.
Crypto
DNA Holdings launches blockchain investment platform with Chintai Nexus
DNA Holdings and Chintai Nexus team up to simplify and enhance accessibility to blockchain funding solutions.
Adoption
Russian lawmaker proposes strategic Bitcoin reserve to counter geopolitical challenges
As Bitcoin gains traction globally, Tkachev's plan positions Russia to use digital currency as a hedge against geopolitical financial barriers.
Crypto
Bitcoin sees another flash crash, leading to $1.52 billion cascade in crypto liquidations
Over-leveraged positions amplify crypto market chaos as $1.52 billion is liquidated in hours amid Bitcoin's second flash crash in a week.
Technology
Reimagined Enron teases world-changing summit with enigmatic new leader
The promotional video has led to unbridled speculation, especially among the crypto community due to the firm's, now-deleted, hints of a crypto token launch.
Mining
Bitmain launches US production line to outmaneuver geopolitical trade tensions
Bitmain's US expansion aims to alleviate supply chain challenges and bolster market dominance amidst tightening trade tensions.
Regulation
FSOC warns stablecoins pose stability risks, calls for legislative action to enhance oversight
FSOC advocates urgent legislative measures to curb stablecoin risks amid expanding crypto-TradFi integration.
Analysis
StanChart updates Bitcoin price projection to $200k by 2025-end
StanChart cited institutional inflows and potential regulatory shifts, predicting a $200,000 Bitcoin by 2025.
Regulation
Pump Fun updates terms to block UK users days after FCA warning
Compliance woes have resulted in Pump.Fun blocking UK users from Solana's go-to memecoin hub.
Market
Bitcoin flash crashes to $90,200 causing over $885 million in liquidations
Roughly $880 million in liquidations hit global traders as Bitcoin slips back into five-figure territory.
Culture
Kraken survey reveals crypto holders’ struggle with emotional trading decisions
Fear of missing out and social media drives impulsive trading, as 63% of US crypto holders cite emotional decision-making pitfalls.