Crypto

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Payments

MasterCard Aims to Create a Seamless Crypto Transaction Network for 3.5 Billion Cardholders Worldwide

Mastercard is stepping up its efforts to bridge the gap between traditional finance and the rapidly evolving world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. With regulatory changes and growing acceptance from Wall Street, the payments giant sees an opportunity to expand its blockchain and digital asset capabilities. Raj Dhamodharan, Mastercard’s executive

Crypto

ICERAID Project Sparks Controversy with Solana Reward Tokens for Reporting Immigrants

A new blockchain-based project called ICERAID has emerged, promising crypto rewards to users who report immigrants to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Launched with the slogan “Make America Safe Again,” the platform gained attention after conservative activist Laura Loomer promoted it on her podcast, sending it viral overnight. ICERAID positions

Crypto

Japan Set to Recognize Crypto Assets as Financial Products in Major Legal Shift

In a significant step toward integrating digital currencies into its financial framework, Japan is preparing to grant crypto assets legal status as financial products. According to a report from the Nikkei business daily published on Sunday, the country’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is planning to amend the Financial Instruments

FTX

FTX Prepares Major Creditor Repayments Starting May 30 as Bankruptcy Nears Conclusion

After more than two years of legal and financial turbulence, FTX is gearing up to start repaying claims exceeding $50,000 on May 30, marking a significant milestone in the defunct exchange’s bankruptcy proceedings. The process comes over two years later since the company’s high-profile collapse in November

Bitcoin

Trump and Bukele White House Talks Could Spark Bitcoin Policy Breakthroughs

The prospect of a White House meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has stirred excitement among political and cryptocurrency enthusiasts. While no official confirmation has surfaced, Bukele recently dropped a tantalizing hint about a potential visit to Washington, raising questions about what

Bitcoin

Mixed Signals Drive Bitcoin and Crypto Market Dynamics This Week

This past week in crypto, the market revealed a complex landscape where optimism clashed with caution, as Bitcoin and altcoins grappled with shifting prices and mixed signals. Bitcoin showed flashes of strength with institutional heavyweights like GameStop and Strategy boosting their holdings, yet it couldn’t fully shake off bearish

Crypto

Bitcoin Cash, KeepKey, Crypto NPM Packages, Targeted in Infostealer Exploit

A new attack has hit Bitcoin and crypto developers, with ten npm packages unexpectedly updated on March 27, 2025, to include malicious code designed to harvest sensitive data from unsuspecting users. This infostealer campaign, uncovered by Sonatype researcher Ali ElShakankiry, focuses on pilfering environment variables, which often hold critical information

Regulations

FDIC Lifts Crypto Restrictions for Banks A Step Toward Financial Innovation

On March 28, 2025, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation announced a significant policy shift that could reshape the relationship between traditional banking and the crypto sector. The FDIC has officially reversed its 2022 rule, which previously required banks to obtain prior approval before engaging in crypto related activities. This decision,

Exchange

Darkweb Actors Target Crypto Users with Alleged Gemini and Binance Data

Darkweb threat actors are claiming to allegedly possess vast troves of sensitive personal information from Gemini and Binance, two prominent crypto exchanges. Reports emerging from the shadowy corners of the internet suggest that these individuals are offering detailed user records—including names, passwords, emails, phone numbers, and even location data—

Crypto

Trump Grants Pardons to BitMEX Co-Founder Arthur Hayes and Other Co-Founders

BREAKING: President Donald Trump has issued pardons to three co-founders of the globally recognized BitMEX exchange. The decision brings closure to a legal saga that saw former CEO Arthur Hayes, Benjamin Delo, and Samuel Reed entangled in charges tied to the Bank Secrecy Act. This move, enacted on Thursday, March

Mt. Gox

Mt. Gox "Where is Our Money" Protest Sign From Bitcoin’s First Financial Crisis Hits Auction Block

In February 2014, Kolin Burges stood in the chilly Tokyo air outside the offices of Mt. Gox, the world’s leading Bitcoin exchange at the time, holding a handwritten cardboard sign that read, “Mt. Gox, Where Is Our Money?” That simple act of defiance turned into a defining moment, marking

Legal

Kevin O’Leary Sues Crypto Influencer Ben "Bitboy" Armstrong for Defamation Over Social Media Claims

Crypto influencer Ben Armstrong, widely recognized as “BitBoy,” is facing a new legal challenge as Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary has filed a defamation lawsuit against him. The suit, lodged on March 27, 2025, in Florida’s Southern District Court, stems from a series of social media posts where

Markets

How Trump’s Liberation Day Tariffs Set for April 2 Are Shaping Bitcoin and Crypto Markets

President Donald Trump is gearing up to unveil a fresh wave of reciprocal tariffs on April 2, a move he’s dubbed “Liberation Day” for the U.S. economy. Aimed at tackling the nation’s $1.2 trillion trade deficit, this policy follows his earlier tariff efforts, which have already

Justin Sun

Crypto Billionaire at 34: Justin Sun’s Unstoppable Blockchain Ambition

In the fast-moving world of cryptocurrency, few names stand out quite like Justin Sun. The 34-year-old Chinese blockchain entrepreneur has built an empire on bold moves and sharp instincts, and his latest venture might be his most audacious yet. According to an exclusive Forbes report, Sun’s timely investment in

Bitcoin

US Government Transfers $8.46 Million in Bitcoin from SaeHeng Confiscated Funds

On March 27, 2025, the U.S. government executed a notable cryptocurrency transaction, moving $8.46 million dollars worth of Bitcoin from a wallet tied to SaeHeng confiscated funds, as reported by blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence. This transfer, which involved 97.34 BTC, has drawn attention from the crypto

Crypto

French State Bank Bpifrance Launches Fund to Invest $26 Million in Cryptocurrencies

France’s state-owned investment bank, Bpifrance, is stepping into the world of digital currencies with a new initiative announced today. The bank plans to allocate up to 25 million euros, equivalent to $26.95 million dollars, to purchase cryptocurrencies, focusing specifically on supporting the country’s emerging crypto businesses. This

Regulations

Senate Approves Repeal of IRS Crypto Tax Rule as Trump Prepares to Sign Historic Legislation

The U.S. Senate voted late Wednesday to repeal a contentious tax rule imposed by the Internal Revenue Service, marking a pivotal moment for decentralized finance regulation. The decision, passed with a decisive 70-28 vote, now heads to President Donald Trump’s desk, where it is widely anticipated to be

Polymarket

Whale Allegedly Manipulates $7 Million Bet in Polymarket Governance Attack

The crypto based prediction market platform Polymarket has found itself at the center of controversy following what it describes as an unprecedented governance attack. The incident, which unfolded between March 24 and 25, involved a $7 million bet titled “Ukraine agrees to Trump mineral deal before April?” The wager saw

Legal

Crypto Influencer BitBoy Arrested in Florida Over Emails to Judge

In a surprising turn of events, or maybe not if you’ve ever followed the BitBoy drama, but crypto influencer Ben Armstrong who is widely recognized as BitBoy, was arrested in Florida on March 25, 2025. The arrest stems from a series of emails Armstrong sent to Cobb County, Georgia

Stablecoin

Fidelity Set to Launch Stablecoin as Part of Digital Assets Strategy

Fidelity Investments, the Boston-based financial giant managing $5 trillion in assets, is gearing up to introduce its own stablecoin, signaling a significant step forward in its exploration of digital assets. This move comes as the United States stands on the cusp of its first comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies under

Blockchain

CME Group and Google Cloud Pioneer Tokenized Trading with Blockchain-Powered Universal Ledger

CME Group, a leading player in the global derivatives market, has joined forces with Google Cloud to push the boundaries of capital market innovation. Announced on March 25, 2025, this partnership is piloting a transformative approach to asset tokenization and wholesale payments, aiming to unlock greater efficiency and enable round-the-clock

Ethereum

Fidelity Introduces Treasury Fund Share Class Tracked on Ethereum Blockchain

In a move that bridges traditional finance with cutting-edge blockchain technology, asset management company Fidelity, has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to introduce a groundbreaking share class for one of its established funds. The Fidelity Treasury Digital Fund, which allocates nearly all of its portfolio (99.

Crypto

7 Million People Own Crypto in the UK, According to Financial Watchdog

The UK’s financial watchdog has sounded the alarm on a growing trend among young people, with millions under the age of 35 diving headfirst into the volatile world of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Nikhil Rathi, chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), recently told MPs that this shift away

CBDC

What You Need to Know About the Digital Euro Launch and Why Privacy Matters

The European Central Bank is preparing to launch a digital euro, targeting a full rollout by the end of 2025. Touted as a modernization effort for the Eurozone’s financial framework, this initiative reflects a broader global trend toward central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Under the leadership of ECB President

Bitcoin

Kentucky Embraces Cryptocurrency with New Self-Custody Law

In a significant step toward supporting cryptocurrency adoption, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear signed House Bill 701 into law on March 24, 2025, bolstering protections for individuals who choose to self-custody their Bitcoin and Ethereum. This legislation, which sailed through the state’s House with a unanimous 91-0 vote on February