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New York’s Proposed Tax Hike Puts Bitcoin Mining Back in the Crosshairs
New York proposes new taxes on Bitcoin miners, exempting only renewable-powered operations, reigniting debate over the state’s crypto future.
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Privacy Meets Regulation: Aleo and Paxos Launch USAD Stablecoin
Aleo and Paxos launch USAD, the first privacy-focused U.S. dollar stablecoin, combining zero-knowledge cryptography with regulatory compliance.
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Armenia Holds Firm on Cash-to-Crypto Ban Amid Tax Transparency Concerns
Armenia will uphold its 2026 ban on cash-to-crypto exchanges, citing tax evasion risks and stressing ownership transparency.
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Conflict of Interest Claims End Brian Quintenz’s Bid for CFTC Chair
Brian Quintenz exits CFTC chair race over conflict of interest concerns, as Mike Selig emerges as the leading contender.
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Cronos and AWS Join Forces to Accelerate Institutional Tokenization and RWA Adoption
Cronos partners with AWS to expand blockchain tokenization, offering institutions secure tools and up to $100,000 in cloud credits.
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Strategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings Despite Slowing Pace of Acquisitions
Strategy acquires 196 Bitcoin for $22M, boosting its treasury to 640,031 BTC and reinforcing its dominance in corporate holdings.
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SEC Streamlines Crypto ETF Pathway, Requests Withdrawal of Individual Altcoin Filings
SEC requests withdrawal of altcoin ETF filings after approving generic listing standards, streamlining crypto ETF launches.
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Adrienne Harris’s Exit Marks a Turning Point in New York’s Crypto Oversight
Adrienne Harris resigns as New York’s top financial regulator, leaving a legacy of proactive crypto oversight.
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SEC Chair Pushes for Innovation Exemption to Keep U.S. Ahead in Digital Finance
SEC chair Paul Atkins plans an “innovation exemption” for crypto by 2025, aiming to boost U.S. leadership in digital finance.
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Poland’s Sweeping Crypto Law Sparks Fears of Business Exodus
Poland adopts strict crypto law exceeding EU standards, sparking industry fears of overregulation and potential business flight.
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Vitalik Buterin Warns EU’s Chat Control Plan Endangers Privacy and Security
Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin warns EU’s Chat Control law would erode digital privacy and create major security risks.
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Ohio Greenlights Bitcoin Payments for State Services and Weighs Strategic Reserve
Ohio approves Bitcoin payments for taxes and explores a state Bitcoin reserve, signaling bold leadership in U.S. crypto adoption.
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Iran Imposes Strict Limits on Stablecoin Use as Rial Crashes to Record Low
Iran caps stablecoin use at $5,000 annually and $10,000 in holdings as the rial hits record lows amid sanctions and inflation.
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Australia Moves Toward Full Licensing Regime for Crypto Platforms
Australia unveils draft law requiring crypto platforms to obtain financial services licenses, aiming to strengthen oversight and consumer protection.
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Legal Storm Brews Over Bitcoin ATMs: Athena Faces Dual Lawsuits on Code Theft and Consumer Harm
Athena Bitcoin faces lawsuits over alleged ATM source code theft and hidden fees, raising major stakes for the crypto ATM industry.
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Wildberries Tests Bitcoin Payments in Belarus Through Regulated Voucher System
Wildberries launches a pilot in Belarus allowing Bitcoin and Ethereum payments via ruble gift certificates, under Hi-Tech Park regulation.
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Ripple Pushes Regulatory Stablecoin Into BlackRock’s Tokenized Fund
Ripple and Securitize enable instant redemptions from BlackRock’s tokenized fund into RLUSD, betting on regulation over size.
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Stripe and Visa Back Fold’s Bitcoin Credit Card for Mainstream Adoption
Fold teams with Stripe and Visa to launch a Bitcoin rewards credit card, making BTC accessible through everyday spending.
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AgriFORCE to Rebrand as AVAX One with $700M Avalanche Treasury Ambition
AgriFORCE rebrands as AVAX One, planning a $700M Avalanche treasury and becoming the first public company dedicated to AVAX.
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US and UK Launch Joint Task Force on Crypto Regulation with Coinbase as Key Partner
US and UK form a joint crypto task force with Coinbase’s support, aiming to align regulation on tokenization, stablecoins, and digital assets.
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IG Group’s $117M Bet on Independent Reserve Marks Bold Asia-Pacific Crypto Expansion
IG Group acquires Independent Reserve for $117M, strengthening its crypto foothold in Asia and the Middle East.
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Tidal’s Leveraged AltAlt ETF Proposal Signals Rising Appetite for Bitcoin-Free Crypto Funds
Tidal files for a leveraged AltAlt ETF targeting XRP, Solana, and mid-cap tokens, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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Crypto.com Expands Custody Services with Sei Integration to Attract Institutional Investors
Crypto.com adds custody for Sei Network, boosting institutional security and adoption ahead of its V3 Giga upgrade.
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BitMine Expands Ethereum Treasury to 2.1 Million Tokens in $69M Accumulation
BitMine adds 15,427 ETH via Galaxy Digital, boosting its holdings to 2.1 million tokens worth $9.6B.
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