U.S. President Donald Trump declared during a speech in Miami that the United States should become the global hub for digital assets, calling for the nation to embrace its role as a “Bitcoin superpower.” Trump emphasized the importance of competing with China and other major economies in the race for dominance in the crypto sector….
According to a new report by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) and PwC, more than 55% of global hedge funds now have exposure to crypto assets — up from 47% last year. On average, hedge funds allocate about 7% of their portfolios to crypto, though most keep their exposure below 2%. The report highlights…
While mainland China keeps retail trading restricted, Hong Kong has become a regional hub with licensed Bitcoin ETFs and stablecoin frameworks. Regulators across Asia, including Japan and South Korea, promote “safe innovation,” encouraging both fintech investment and blockchain adoption.
According to data covering July 2024 to June 2025, Russia recorded approximately $376.3 billion in crypto transaction volume, making it Europe’s top country by crypto activity. Analysts attribute this surge to the expansion of crypto mining within the energy sector and the use of digital assets as alternative financial channels amid ongoing international sanctions. Tether…
Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden emphasized during the SALT Conference in London that the U.K. and U.S. should strengthen regulatory cooperation on systemic stablecoins — digital assets with high usage across the financial sector. Breeden noted that stablecoins are becoming an integral part of payment systems and stressed that “ensuring these assets are…
The Central Bank of Ireland has imposed a €21,464,734 fine on Coinbase Europe Limited for failing to meet its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) obligations between 2021 and 2025. According to the regulator, Coinbase’s systems showed deficiencies in customer due diligence and significant delays in suspicious transaction reporting. Authorities emphasized…
The European Union (EU) has announced its 19th sanctions package, introducing tougher measures aimed at preventing the circumvention of financial restrictions. For the first time, crypto service providers are explicitly included among the targeted entities. EU officials cited “growing evidence” that digital assets are being used to bypass sanctions, emphasizing the need for stricter oversight…
A continent-wide crackdown has taken down a fake crypto investment network worth around $700 million, authorities confirmed this week. The joint operation, coordinated by Europol and Interpol, led to dozens of arrests and asset seizures across multiple European countries. Investigations revealed that fraudulent platforms lured thousands of investors with promises of unrealistically high returns. Officials…
Recent signals from President Donald Trump’s administration suggest a softer stance toward the cryptocurrency industry, marking a potential shift from the strict regulatory approach under President Biden. Officials hinted that the so-called “war on crypto” may be coming to an end, as the new administration explores policies aimed at innovation and capital growth in the…
U.S. Congress member Cynthia Lummis has proposed creating a “strategic Bitcoin reserve” as a potential solution to America’s growing national debt crisis. Lummis emphasized Bitcoin’s role as “digital gold” and a hedge against inflation, urging Washington to adopt innovative strategies for long-term fiscal stability. While economists describe the idea as “radical yet worth debating,” others…