Analysis
Crime
UK law enforcement given new powers to seize, destroy digital assets linked to criminals
The new measures aim to disrupt the financial networks of organized crime groups that increasingly exploit cryptocurrencies to launder money.
Analysis
Arthur Hayes believes Treasury’s next policy decision will lead to renewed surge for crypto, stocks
Hayes believes the Treasury's next refunding policy action could inject between $400 billion to $1.4 trillion of liquidity in markets.
Crime
Warren calls on DOJ, NHS to crackdown on crypto payments for child sexual abuse material
The lawmakers raised the alarm in an April 26 bipartisan letter addressed to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas.
Adoption
Franklin Templeton tokenizes $380 million US government money fund on Polygon, Stellar
The asset manager has launched the Franklin OnChain United States Government Money Fund (FOBXX) on Polygon and Stellar, offering shares as BENJI tokens.
Crypto
SEC cold-shoulders Ethereum ETF applicants in meetings, dashing hopes of May approval
Participants in recent meetings with the SEC described the talks as one-sided, with agency staff withholding substantive comments on the proposals.
Crypto
KPMG survey reveals significant uptick in institutional adoption of crypto in Canada
Direct ownership of digital assets has more than doubled since 2021, with 75% of investors now holding these assets compared to 29% two years ago.
Crypto
Bitwise CIO predicts Bitcoin volatility will fall 50% as institutional adoption rises
Hougan also reaffirmed previous price predictions and said Bitcoin is still on track to hit $250,000 in the coming years.
Crypto
Jack Dorsey’s Block completes Bitcoin mining chip, announces development of full system
The company is now finalizing a full tape out of the chip at a leading global semiconductor foundry, marking a substantial upgrade from its earlier five-nanometer prototype.
Adoption
Crypto donations in the US hit $2 billion after top charities accept digital contributions
Two out of the three top US-based charities have accumulated over $2 billion in donations since the start of the year after they began accepting crypto funds.
Regulation
Hong Kong trade body advocates for crypto self-regulation amid global scrutiny
The initiative comes in response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the industry.
Crypto
Human Rights Foundation launches Finney Freedom Prize to reward contributions to Bitcoin for 110 years
The award is designed to honor significant global achievements in Bitcoin and human rights, reflecting Finney's vision of using technology as a tool for liberation.
Crypto
Bitwise CIO believes market has not priced in future demand for Bitcoin post-halving
Matt Hougan believes the market may have priced in the post-halving supply cut, but it has failed to anticipate future demand.