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US Treasury Says It Has Seized Nearly $1 Billion in Iranian Crypto

Treasury Secretary Bessent announced that the US has seized close to $1 billion in crypto linked to Iran sanctions evasion. The action underlines the government's growing ability to trace and confiscate on-chain assets, which is a double-edged message for the market.

Jamie Dimon Attacks Crypto Clarity Act and Insults Coinbase CEO

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon came out publicly against the GENIUS stablecoin and Clarity Act legislation, personally insulting Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong in the process. Dimon's opposition from the largest US bank adds a powerful lobbying voice against pro-crypto legislation currently moving through Congress.

Quantus Report: Quantum Computers Could Threaten $2T in Crypto Within Years

A new report warns the crypto industry is too slow to adopt quantum-resistant security, putting trillions in assets at theoretical future risk. Near-term price impact is limited, but the story is gaining mainstream coverage and feeding uncertainty.

Aave Wins FCA Approval for UK Crypto Services

DeFi protocol Aave cleared the UK's Financial Conduct Authority registration, one of the tougher crypto licensing hurdles in the world. It adds another major protocol to the list of DeFi players getting regulated.

SEC Approves Nasdaq Bitcoin Index Options, CFTC Sign-Off Still Needed

The SEC greenlit Nasdaq to list cash-settled Bitcoin index options under ticker QBTC, a meaningful regulatory milestone. Trading cannot begin until the CFTC also approves, but this is another step toward a fuller institutional market around Bitcoin.

Nasdaq’s Bitcoin options win SEC approval, but Wall Street’s real battle is still ahead

SEC Grants Paxos First-Ever Blockchain-Native Clearing Agency Status

Paxos received SEC approval as a blockchain-based clearing agency — a first in US market history. It signals Washington is building the plumbing for crypto to plug into Wall Street's core infrastructure.

CFTC Officials Who Questioned Crypto-Linked Firms Were Suspended, NYT Reports

A New York Times investigation published today found that CFTC officials who raised concerns about Polymarket, Crypto.com, and Gemini were suspended or pushed out. The story raises serious questions about whether regulators are being pressured to go easy on politically connected crypto firms.

Trump Pledges Permanent Crypto Market Structure Law

President Trump vowed to create a crypto regulatory framework that future administrations cannot easily reverse, signaling long-term policy commitment to the digital asset industry. This reduces uncertainty for institutions sitting on the sidelines.

UK Sanctions Huobi and Ruble Stablecoin Issuer Over Russia Crypto Networks

The UK government has sanctioned crypto exchange Huobi and a ruble-pegged stablecoin issuer for helping Russia dodge financial penalties. The action shows Western governments are tightening crypto sanctions enforcement globally, which adds compliance pressure across the exchange sector.

Trump backs CFTC authority over prediction markets

Trump Defends Prediction Markets and Bitcoin in Truth Social Post Praising CFTC’s Selig

Trump Signs Order Directing Fed to Review Crypto Access to Payment Rails

President Trump has ordered the Federal Reserve to examine whether crypto companies should get access to the US payments system. This could eventually let crypto firms plug into the same banking infrastructure as traditional finance, which would be a big unlock for the industry.

CLARITY Act Clears Committee, Crypto Groups Push for Full Senate Vote

The CLARITY Act, which would set clearer rules for crypto markets, advanced out of committee and advocacy groups are now pushing for a full Senate vote. A clear legal framework for crypto in the US would remove one of the biggest sources of uncertainty hanging over the industry.

Bipartisan ARMA Bill Would Have US Buy 1 Million Bitcoin Over 5 Years

Representatives Nick Begich and Jared Golden introduced the American Reserve Modernization Act, calling for the US Treasury to accumulate up to 1 million BTC as a strategic reserve. Bipartisan support gives this more legs than earlier single-party proposals.

US Lawmakers Introduce ARMA Bill to Buy 1 Million BTC Over Five Years

A bipartisan group of representatives filed legislation to lock a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve into federal law, targeting 1 million BTC over 20 years. If it advances, the US government would become one of the largest Bitcoin buyers in history.

SpaceX IPO Filing Reveals $1.45 Billion Bitcoin Treasury

SpaceX's historic IPO filing shows the company is sitting on $1.45 billion worth of Bitcoin, making it one of the most prominent corporate holders going public. This mainstream visibility for Bitcoin as a corporate asset keeps the adoption story alive.

Tether, Georgia plan lari-backed stablecoin GELT under new rules

Kenya Finance Bill 2026 Proposes 10% Excise Tax on Crypto Trading Fees

Kenya's proposed Finance Bill 2026 would hit crypto trading platforms with a 10% excise duty on their fees, prompting GenZ protests to resume. Emerging markets like Kenya represent meaningful grassroots Bitcoin adoption, and punitive taxes there signal a wider trend of governments taxing crypto growth.

Bipartisan ARMA Bill Would Have U.S. Government Buy 1 Million Bitcoin

Two U.S. lawmakers from different parties introduced the American Reserve Modernization Act, which would direct the Treasury to buy up to 1 million BTC over five years. Bipartisan support makes this more credible than previous single-party proposals.

The Fed may open direct settlement rails to crypto firms as banks warn of liquidity risk

The Fed may open direct settlement rails to crypto firms as banks warn of liquidity risk

NYT Investigation Alleges CFTC Cleared Hurdles for Trump-Linked Crypto Firms

A New York Times report claims senior CFTC officials helped Trump-connected crypto and prediction market companies move through regulatory processes faster. The story raises questions about whether crypto regulation is being applied fairly, which could invite political and legal pushback.

NYT Report Alleges CFTC Helped Trump-Connected Crypto Firms

India Parliament Labels Crypto Sector 'High Risk', Tightens Rules

India's parliament formally flagged crypto as a high-risk sector and signaled tighter scrutiny ahead. India is one of the world's largest retail crypto markets, so a regulatory crackdown there has real reach.

SEC Delays Tokenized Stock Exemption Plan After Industry Pushback

The SEC has quietly pushed back a proposal that would have allowed tokenized stock trading on crypto platforms, after receiving concerns from industry participants. The delay is a small step backward for the crypto-meets-traditional-finance vision regulators had floated.

CFTC Officials Who Questioned Crypto-Friendly Decisions Were Suspended, NYT Reports

A New York Times investigation found that senior CFTC staff who raised concerns about Polymarket, Crypto.com, and Gemini were suspended and pushed out. The story suggests regulatory guardrails may be weakening, which cuts both ways for Bitcoin.

Tether’s $141 billion Treasury pile reveals the stablecoin risk now embedded in US debt

Tether's $141 Billion Treasury Holdings Deepen US Debt Ties and Scrutiny

Tether now holds $141 billion in US Treasuries, making it one of the largest non-government holders of US debt. Analysts are pointing out that this creates a complex web of financial exposure that lawmakers may eventually want to address.

FDIC Board Advances Proposed Bank Secrecy Act Rule for Stablecoin Issuers

Binance denies new WSJ report alleging $850M in Iran-linked transactions

Binance denies new WSJ report alleging $850M in Iran-linked transactions

Bank of England 24/7 Settlement Plan Opens Door for Tokenized Finance

The Bank of England today outlined plans for around-the-clock settlement infrastructure that could eventually connect with tokenized assets. It is early-stage, but it confirms that even the most traditional central banks are moving toward a world where Bitcoin's always-on model is the standard.

ECB Warns EU Ministers That Euro Stablecoins Threaten Bank Lending

The European Central Bank pushed back against proposals to expand euro stablecoin issuance, warning it could drain bank lending and make monetary policy harder to manage. Not a direct Bitcoin story but adds friction to crypto's expansion in Europe.

Bitcoin Holder Kevin Warsh Sworn In as New Federal Reserve Chair

Kevin Warsh, who is known to hold Bitcoin personally, was sworn in as Fed chair by Trump at the White House. Markets are watching closely to see whether he shifts rate policy or signals a softer stance toward crypto-linked financial activity.

Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Fed Chair Alongside $430M in Long Liquidations

Bitcoin dipped below $76,000 around the time Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the new Federal Reserve Chair, with over $430 million in leveraged long positions wiped out in a single day. Warsh is seen as more cautious than Powell, and traders are unsure whether his arrival means higher rates for longer.

Senate Banking Committee Advances Bipartisan Crypto Bill Clarifying SEC and CFTC Roles

The Senate Banking Committee moved forward a bipartisan bill that would draw clear lines between what the SEC and CFTC regulate in crypto. Galaxy Digital estimates the CLARITY Act could be signed by early August, which would be the most significant U.S. crypto law ever passed.

Senate Advances Bipartisan Crypto Bill to Define SEC and CFTC Roles

FDIC Report Links Crypto Depositors to Fastest Bank Runs in US History

An FDIC study found that accounts tied to digital asset companies and escrow services were among the fastest to flee during the three recent bank failures. The finding could be used to justify tighter banking restrictions on crypto firms.