Slate Sunday
Macro
US may withdraw support for Argentina if it continues accord with China
The US conditions its support for Argentina's $20 billion IMF loan on President Javier Milei ending a currency swap agreement with China.
Analysis
Ethereum market dominance sinks to a five-year low: Can the ‘world computer’ reverse its fortunes?
Ethereum market dominance has hit a five-year low, falling below 8%, as competition from Bitcoin and alternative blockchains intensifies.
Macro
As stock markets reel from Trump tariffs, Bitcoin holds steady
Investors eye Bitcoin as markets falter under the weight of Trump’s economic policy.
Technology
Next-gen interoperability arrives for Cosmos and Ethereum
Cosmos' IBC Eureka achieved a significant milestone with the first transaction between Cosmos Hub and Ethereum, demonstrating the protocol's ability to connect independent blockchains natively.
Crypto
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao ‘CZ’ leads crypto community donations for deadly SEA earthquake
Over 1,700 dead after 7.7-magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar and Thailand, prompting international aid and crypto donations, including a $630,000 pledge from Binance founder CZ.
Memecoins
Japan’s Open House to accept DOGE, SOL and XRP for real estate amid friendlier regulatory climate
Amid Japan's evolving regulatory landscape, Open House is integrating DOGE and SOL as payment options to attract a broader demographic to its real estate offerings.
Analysis
Pakistan ramps up crypto-friendly efforts with plans for energy-efficient Bitcoin mining
Channeling surplus energy for Bitcoin mining could transform economic liabilities into assets for Pakistan's digital economy.
Regulation
Pakistan forms new ‘Crypto Council’ to regulate blockchain and digital assets
Pakistan embraces blockchain with a strategic council led by high-ranking financial officials.
Crypto
OG crypto exchange Kraken eyes 2026 IPO amid broader industry trend
Kraken prepares for an IPO as soon as Q1 2026 amid a more favorable U.S. regulatory climate and uptick in crypto companies going public.
Banking
OCC gives green light for banks to custody digital assets
The OCC clarifies that US banks can engage in crypto activities without prior approval, including custody services and stablecoin operations.
Taxes
How Bitcoin donations can transform global aid and reduce your tax bill
Crypto is transforming aid delivery for Save the Children, simplifying donations and maximizing impact across 100+ countries.
Crypto
White House announces first crypto summit as Bitcoin bounces
The White House is hosting its first Crypto Summit, chaired by AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks to mark a new era of regulatory clarity for the crypto industry.