While the SEC is on strike, crypto ETFs quietly arrive on the Nasdaq. Solana, Hedera and Litecoin make their way to Wall Street, and this is just the beginning...
While the West debates, Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin, CBDC, and crypto reserve with the help of a well-known exile: CZ. Digital ambitions or Soviet PR stunt?
Donald Trump has just appointed Michael Selig to lead the CFTC, a decision that could disrupt the future of cryptocurrencies. With a pro-crypto profile and a clear vision, Selig embodies the American ambition: to become the global capital of crypto.
A sweeping FBI operation that led to the arrest of an NBA player and coach last week has shaken both the sports and financial worlds. The incident comes as major leagues and betting platforms move deeper into prediction markets. Notably, the scandal has reignited debate over whether regulators are prepared to handle this new frontier of sports speculation.
Ferrari hits hard: an unprecedented crypto auction for its legendary 499P Hypercar, triple winner of Le Mans. Discover how the Ferrari 499P token, AI, and blockchain are transforming automotive luxury. A historic turning point not to be missed for tech and speed enthusiasts.
The pardon granted to Changpeng Zhao by Donald Trump marks a turning point in the relationship between political power and the crypto industry in the United States. In a context of strong regulatory tensions, this gesture revives debates about the future of the sector. As the Republican camp increasingly shows a favorable position towards cryptos, this decision raises a key question: is there a strategic repositioning of the United States in favor of these assets?
Russia is preparing new regulations to legalize cross-border cryptocurrency use while tightening oversight of domestic crypto operations. Authorities aim to bring clarity to the market and curb illegal activity.
Revolut, the well-groomed neobank, joins the European crypto dance with the MiCA license in pocket… and a stablecoin behind the scenes? A revolution in a tie that already irritates the old players.
In one day, gold lost 2.1 trillion dollars, more than half of the crypto market capitalization, causing a real financial earthquake. While Bitcoin briefly took advantage of this drop to cross $104,000, its rise was quickly stopped by sales from major holders. In the end, the yellow metal falters, but the queen cryptocurrency still struggles to establish itself as a real safe haven compared to gold.
The US Department of Labor will publish inflation data on Friday despite the government shutdown. An unusual decision five days before the Fed's crucial interest rate decision. Crypto investors are holding their breath.
Trump makes his law, Warren bares her fangs: stablecoins, family deals, and legal loopholes... Behind the scenes of an Act that reeks of the dollar and crypto.
The crypto train is definitely on track, and some believe it's time to get on board. But not everyone is rushing. Some large companies prefer to adjust their trajectory smoothly, first testing the brakes and signals. This is the case for Wise. Known for its regulatory caution, the British fintech today shows the first signs of a strategic turn. A measured change of tone, but with major consequences for the crypto industry.
The United States government shutdown is nearing its fourth week, putting pressure on lawmakers to resolve the funding impasse while also addressing key issues in the digital assets sector. As the Senate prepares for another vote to reopen the government, Democratic senators are moving forward with plans to meet crypto executives to discuss the stalled market structure bill.
Stablecoins are rapidly expanding across Asia as countries explore new regulations and innovation to integrate digital assets with traditional finance.
It's historic. Tomorrow, October 21 in Washington, the US Federal Reserve hosts the elite of the crypto sector for an unprecedented conference on payment innovation. Sergey Nazarov from Chainlink, the heads of Circle, Paxos, and Coinbase: all will be front and center. Stablecoins, tokenization, AI... An agenda that says a lot about the new era the Fed seems ready to embrace.
At the dawn of the launch of its POLY token in 2026, Polymarket faces an invisible army of increasingly clever "farmers". Between secret strategies and colossal stakes, discover how the crypto platform tries to save its airdrop from widespread manipulation.
HMRC has just dealt a major blow: 65,000 letters sent to crypto investors for tax evasion. Twice as many as in 2024. Is your wallet concerned? Find out who is targeted, the real risks, and how to protect yourself before it's too late.
When others flee, Saylor whistles the purchase: a teaser, a chart, and there goes bitcoin ready to inflate its treasure. Strategy or poker?
In Brussels, a subtle power struggle is shaping the future of crypto regulation in Europe. France, at the forefront, intends to influence the implementation of the MiCA regulation and establish itself as the center of gravity for platform oversight. While the Union enters a critical phase of harmonization, Paris toughens its rhetoric and actions towards industry giants. Binance, a flagship among targeted exchanges, becomes a symbol of a strategic showdown.
Japan’s financial regulators are planning new rules to prevent insider trading in cryptocurrencies and boost market confidence.
Eric Adams, the self-proclaimed "Bitcoin Mayor" of New York, has just created the very first American municipal office dedicated to digital assets and blockchain. A bold move marking his exit before the scheduled January change of guard.
MiCA was meant to secure the crypto market in Europe, but some actors still bypass the rules. Forum shopping, abusive reverse solicitation, compliance gaps: discover how these practices threaten your money and European financial integrity. #MiCA #Crypto
The governor of the Bank of France speaks out. François Villeroy de Galhau demands transferring the supervision of cryptocurrencies to ESMA, based in Paris. Dollar-backed stablecoins particularly worry French authorities. Will Europe be able to impose its own vision against the American giants in the sector?
The SEC is preparing to introduce an “innovation exemption” that would give companies more flexibility to develop digital assets and emerging technologies. SEC Chair Paul Atkins said the proposal could be formalized as soon as the end of this quarter, despite challenges caused by the ongoing government shutdown.
While currencies wobble and the economy coughs, gold climbs, bitcoin soars... and investors applaud hoping not to jump with the monetary parachute.
Less than two years after the entry into force of MiCA, the ambition of a unified European framework for cryptos is faltering. Amid national divergences, institutional criticisms and tensions over passporting, the European Union struggles to deliver the promised coherence. And now, ESMA is advocating to take back control, at the risk of reigniting tensions between Brussels and national regulators.
The SEC’s new guidance on crypto custody has split commissioners, with Hester Peirce praising clarity and investor protection while Caroline Crenshaw warns it weakens safeguards.
The Treasury and IRS issued interim guidance on CAMT, revising rules to ease compliance and clarify treatment of digital assets.
While Ethereum staggers, Wall Street joins the crypto party: ETFs galore, billions lurking, and a network that makes less noise, but more waves.
Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives have launched an investigation into the disappearance of text messages from Gary Gensler, former head of the agency. These texts, deleted while he led the SEC, could contain sensitive exchanges related to prosecutions against the crypto industry.