The US and Israeli strikes on Tehran triggered an immediate reaction in the Iranian crypto market. Within minutes, withdrawals on local platforms jumped 700%, signaling financial panic and an urgent search for protection amid geopolitical escalation.
Stripe could acquire PayPal, merging technological innovation and a massive user base to establish itself as a key player in digital payments and cryptocurrencies.
In France, the wave of crypto-related kidnappings would be less about technology and more about the visibility of the victims. According to the police, masterminds based abroad would orchestrate these attacks through local relays, following a repeated pattern of spotting, recruiting, and carrying out actions, where crypto becomes a signal of wealth "easily monetizable".
In crypto, there are two ways to get noticed: announce a cautious strategy (nobody listens) or buy when it stings. This week, BitMine Immersion Technologies chose the second option: a big block of ether is added to the vault, while the "on paper" losses grow.
House Republicans want to make a big move: combine the ban on a digital dollar with a crypto law already supported by some Democrats. A risky strategy that reveals both the urgency to define a regulatory framework and the ideological divides in the U.S. Congress.
Crypto crime cases related to digital assets are taking an increasingly worrying turn in Europe. In France, a new kidnapping involving a young Swiss person has just been foiled, recalling previous waves of attacks that had sown panic in the Web3 ecosystem. Seven suspects have been arrested, but many grey areas remain.
Rumors are circulating about the possible kidnapping of a CEO of a crypto platform that allegedly took place this morning in Le Bourget in the 93. A video is circulating showing the kidnapping live. For now, no official confirmation has been given by police services.
Coinbase strikes hard by buying Deribit, leader in crypto options, establishing itself as a central player in derivatives products. This strategic acquisition unifies spot, futures, perpetuals, and options, attracting institutions and experienced traders. In a competitive market, it strengthens Coinbase's appeal and marks a key step towards a global crypto empire.
European monetary sovereignty is wavering. In the face of the meteoric rise of dollar stablecoins, the ECB admits its limitations. The digital euro alone will not be enough. To avoid ceding more power to the United States, the Union must bet on private innovation, euro stablecoins, and decentralized technologies. A call for boldness.