Digital Asset Treasuries
Crypto
MicroStrategy eyes $2.6 billion raise for Bitcoin acquisition as it breaks into top 100 US firms
MicroStrategy's debt offering signals ambitious Bitcoin acquisition plans and further cements its market position.
Crime
Switzerland regulator warns of rising crypto money laundering risks
FINMA implements institution-specific measures to counter rising crypto-related money laundering activities within Switzerland.
Solana
Memecoin revival drives Solana DEX Raydium past Tether in fees
Solana DEX Raydium sees $30 billion weekly trading, dwarfs Uniswap volumes.
Crime
Crypto phishing scam nets $129 million in USDT then funds mysteriously return
Blockchain firm Scam Sniffer sheds light on how subtle address differences can lead to massive crypto losses amid a recent phishing attempt.
People
Kraken’s founder Jesse Powell backs Brian Brooks for SEC Chair
Kraken founder sees Brooks' crypto-savvy approach aligning with SEC's core mission amidst leadership speculations.
People
MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor to pitch Bitcoin strategy to Microsoft’s board
Microsoft's cash-rich reserves could face a potential shift with Saylor's brief but powerful Bitcoin pitch.
CBDCs
Brazil advances CBDC technology with new cross-chain pilot using Chainlink’s CCIP
The CBDC pilot aims to automate cross-border commodity settlements through Chainlink's CCIP.
Layer-2
Bitfinity bridges Bitcoin and Ethereum with new Layer-2 mainnet, raises $12 million
New Bitgems feature on Bitfinity's Layer-2 mainnet rewards user engagement and fosters community growth.
Stablecoins
Stablecoin market hits 2-year high of $183B amid Trump victory fueled optimism
Tether leads stablecoin surge with $8 billion increase, boosting USDC to March 2023 levels.
ETF
Grayscale unveils updated covered call ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum
Grayscale's income strategy aims to provide stable returns through option contracts linked to Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Legal
US court rules DAOs can face legal liability under partnership law
Lido DAO ruling marks a new chapter in DAO accountability, shaking the foundation of decentralized governance.
Mining
Russia approves 15% tax on crypto mining and transactions
Crypto tax bill equates digital currencies to property, imposing new financial obligations on miners and traders.