Maksym Sakharov, CEO of decentralized bank WeFi, says Japan’s slow and cautious regulatory process is the main reason Web3 startups and crypto funds are moving overseas—not the high taxes. Japan requires a two-step approval from the Japan Virtual and Crypto Assets Exchange Association and the Financial Services Agency, which can take 6 to 12 months …
South Korea is racing to finalize a trade agreement with the U.S. before August 1, when tariffs on Korean exports could rise to 25%. Seoul aims to secure terms at least as favorable as Japan’s recent 15% tariff cap. Key issues include shipbuilding cooperation, while sensitive topics like beef and rice imports are off the …
Fitch Ratings downgraded Finland’s long-term foreign-currency issuer rating from “AA+” to “AA,” citing rising government debt and insufficient measures to control spending. Debt is expected to rise to 86.3% of GDP in 2025 and may exceed 90% by 2029, well above peer averages. Despite a €9 billion fiscal package, deficits are set to remain above …
The number of public companies holding at least 1,000 BTC has risen steadily in 2025, from 24 in Q1 to 30 in Q2, reaching 35 and counting in Q3. This growth signals increasing institutional adoption of Bitcoin as a treasury asset and store of value. These companies now collectively hold over $116 billion in BTC, …
Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss said JPMorgan Chase paused the crypto exchange’s onboarding after he publicly criticized the bank’s new fees for accessing customer banking data. He called the charges “anti-competitive” and warned they could harm fintech and crypto firms. Despite a rocky history, Gemini recently filed confidentially for a US IPO, continuing its growth amid …
Crypto entrepreneur Hayden Davis has admitted in U.S. court filings that the LIBRA project is a memecoin without a formal business plan, denying it was an investment. The case involves $280 million in frozen assets linked to LIBRA. A hearing is scheduled for August 19 in New York to decide on the assets’ fate. This …
Nasdaq-listed Bit Digital intends to raise its authorized share capital from 340 million to 1 billion shares to fund additional Ethereum (ETH) purchases. The plan, approved by the board and set for a September shareholder vote, aims to support the company’s strategy of growing its ETH holdings. Bit Digital is already among the largest public …
The IBCI index, which tracks Bitcoin’s market cycles, has entered the “distribution zone” for the first time in five months—a range often linked to market excitement and possible price tops. This is the third time it’s reached this zone during the current bull run, but only at its lower boundary (80%), well below major peaks …
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explained that prime brokers are streamlining large-scale clearing between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). He noted that, following Ripple’s acquisition of prime broker Hidden Road, institutions can now access unified services—trade execution, clearing, custody, and credit—for both traditional and digital assets. This integration brings efficiency, security, and instant settlement, …
On July 25, spot crypto ETFs recorded strong investor demand, with approximately 1,100 BTC and 122,200 ETH purchased across regulated funds. Bitcoin ETFs posted $130.8 million in net inflows, while Ethereum ETFs attracted an even larger $452.8 million—reflecting heightened institutional and retail interest in both assets. The continued inflows signal growing confidence and appetite for …
Hong Kong’s first licensed digital asset exchange and listed company, OSL Group, has secured $300 million in equity funding. Half of the proceeds will support strategic acquisitions, while 30% will fund global business growth, including payment infrastructure and stablecoin development. The raise marks a milestone in Asia’s digital asset sector, positioning OSL to enhance its …
On July 24 2025, Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a net inflow of $231 million, marking 15 consecutive days of positive inflows. Bitcoin spot ETFs also saw renewed momentum with a $227 million net inflow, reversing a three-day outflow streak. These sustained inflows suggest strengthening investor confidence and rising institutional demand for both assets, highlighting a …
A dormant Bitcoin whale has transferred 14,273 BTC—worth about $1.67 billion—to exchanges in the past 12 hours, according to on-chain tracker @ai_9684xtpa. The movement, routed through Galaxy Digital and including a single-hour transfer of 5,690 BTC, led to over 10,000 BTC being sold on Binance within four hours. Galaxy Digital also withdrew some USDT after …
Semler Scientific has expanded its Bitcoin portfolio by acquiring 175 BTC for $21 million, bringing its total holdings to 5,021 BTC. The company reports a strong Bitcoin yield of 31.3% so far this year. This latest purchase highlights Semler’s bullish stance on digital assets and increasing confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value. The move strengthens the …
Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, forecasts Bitcoin will soar to $250,000 and Ethereum to $10,000 by the end of 2025, representing gains of over 111% and 179% respectively. He highlights growing institutional adoption, particularly in Ethereum and the DeFi space, where his Maelstrom Fund holds significant investments. Despite recent price dips, Hayes remains confident both …
A long-inactive Bitcoin address holding 3,962 BTC has reactivated after 14.5 years. The wallet first received these coins in January 2011, when one bitcoin was just $0.393, making the stash worth only $1,453 back then. Today, the same amount of bitcoin is valued at about $468 million. The wallet had remained untouched ever since. Its …
A new report from MEXC Research reveals that 67% of Gen Z crypto traders (aged 18–27) actively use AI-powered bots to assist their trading strategies. This generation accounts for 60% of all AI bot activations on the platform and engages with these tools more than twice as often as older traders. Gen Z users typically …
A wallet linked to Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen has transferred 50 million XRP, worth around $175 million, since July 17, with $140 million sent to exchanges. This activity coincided with XRP’s price hitting a record $3.6 on July 18. The wallet group was dormant for years and previously moved large amounts in January 2025. These …
Crypto mining company Bitzero, backed by investor Kevin O’Leary, has raised $25 million to scale its mining operations. The funds will be used to purchase 2,900 advanced Bitmain S21 Pro miners, boosting the company’s mining capacity and efficiency. This expansion underscores strong investor confidence and aims to generate an estimated $10 million in additional annual …
The crypto market’s Fear & Greed Index has climbed to 71, getting close to the ‘extreme greed’ zone. When sentiment gets this high, it usually means investors are very optimistic, which can sometimes lead to short-term price drops as the market overheats. Experts suggest staying cautious and keeping an eye on market trends, as strong …
Ghana plans to officially license and regulate cryptocurrency platforms as part of new digital finance reforms. The Bank of Ghana will require crypto exchanges and wallet providers to register and comply with licensing, AML, and KYC rules. Draft legislation is expected by September 2025. This move aims to protect consumers, prevent illicit activity, and boost …
BingX has issued an official warning about a fraudulent token falsely claiming association with its platform. Although this fake token appears on CoinMarketCap, BingX confirms it is neither authorized nor issued by the company. CoinMarketCap marks the token as “not verified” and advises users to perform their own research. BingX urges all users to verify …
The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has been used to tokenize $130 million in Credit Rights Agreements (CRA), crucial financial instruments in Brazil’s agricultural sector. This tokenization was recorded on-chain using XRPL and its Ethereum-compatible EVM sidechain, showcasing Brazil’s expanding adoption of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. The initiative highlights XRPL’s growing role in delivering transparent, blockchain-based financing …
Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced an 11% decline, falling from $0.26 to $0.24 during a volatile trading period marked by heightened institutional selling. Trading volumes surged past 2.26 billion tokens, reflecting increased market activity. Although DOGE briefly found support near $0.23, it was unable to surpass the $0.25 resistance level and closed close to the session’s lows. …
Congress has introduced a bill directing the VA Secretary to conduct a study on implementing blockchain technology within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The study aims to assess blockchain’s potential to improve efficiency, security, and transparency in benefits processing and records management. The VA will consult experts and veteran groups and report findings to Congress …
Tether has been recognized by U.S. authorities for freezing $1.6 million in USDT tied to wallets linked to BuyCash, a Gaza-based terrorist financing network. This action supports a wider U.S. DOJ case involving $2 million in digital assets used to fund designated terrorist groups. Over the past year, Tether has blocked more than $2.9 billion …
An anonymous investor moved 5 trillion Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens, valued at around $70 million, from Coinbase Institutional to a newly created on-chain wallet. The tokens remain unmoved, suggesting a long-term hold that reduces immediate selling pressure. This transfer coincided with an 11% drop in SHIB’s price to $0.00001343 amid a broader crypto market downturn. …
Horizen, supported by Digital Currency Group (DCG), has officially migrated its native ZEN token from its original Layer 1 blockchain to the Base blockchain, adopting the ERC-20 token standard. This transition is part of the wider Horizen 2.0 upgrade, which includes launching a privacy-focused Layer 3 appchain on Base. The move is designed to boost …
US spot Ethereum (ETH) ETFs celebrated their one-year anniversary on July 23, 2025, having accumulated nearly $8.7 billion in net inflows and managing over $16.5 billion in assets. Launched after SEC approval in 2024, nine major ETFs from providers like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale have sustained consistent investor interest. A recent multi-week inflow streak contributed …
BlackRock, managing $12.5 trillion in assets, reports that de-dollarisation is prompting central banks to diversify away from the US dollar. This shift includes increased interest in alternative assets like gold and emerging digital currencies such as Bitcoin. The move signals growing acceptance of cryptocurrency in global finance as countries seek to reduce reliance on the …