$2-B Crypto Deal Gets Senate Spotlight: Warren Calls For Probe Into Trump Family

Based on reports, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Elissa Slotkin have asked three federal agencies to open probes into what they call a troubling $2 billion crypto transaction linked to US President Donald Trump’s family. Related Reading: WLFI Expands Into Payments: Debit Card + Apple Pay On The Way The letter, sent to the State Department, […]

XRP Outshines Gold, Stocks, And Bitcoin As Thailand’s Best Asset

According to reports citing Thailand’s financial regulator and local market data, XRP posted the strongest year-on-year return among major assets in the country. The cryptocurrency recorded about 390% gains compared with the same period last year, and it has held the top spot for nine consecutive months, based on the figures released. Related Reading: United […]

Michigan Advances Bill To Build Crypto Reserve – Details

Michigan lawmakers moved a bill that would let the state hold crypto assets closer to a vote, advancing House Bill 4087 to a second reading in mid-September 2025. Related Reading: Israel’s Counter-Terror Unit Flags Large Stablecoin Flows Linked To Iran According to reports, the proposal would change the Michigan Management and Budget Act to create […]

Spanish Banking Powerhouse Santander Opens Doors To Crypto For The Public

Openbank, the online banking arm of Banco Santander, has started offering retail customers direct access to cryptocurrencies in Germany, according to company statements and market reports. Related Reading: American Express Turns Travel Memories Into NFT Passport Stamps The service lets users buy, sell and hold crypto inside their bank account, with trading available for Bitcoin, […]

Russia Looks To Open Crypto Market Wider For Citizens – Details

Russia’s Ministry of Finance wants to open the door wider for citizens to take part in crypto trading, calling for lower entry requirements that currently limit participation to the country’s wealthiest individuals. Related Reading: Ethereum Smart Contracts Become Latest Hiding Spot For Malware Russia Wants Broader Crypto Participation Finance Ministry official Alexey Yakovlev said the […]

Iran’s Crypto Sector Suffers 11% Decline Following $90-M Exchange Hack

According to reports, Iran’s on-chain crypto activity fell sharply in the first half of 2025. Inflows totaled $3.7 billion in the first seven months, a 10% drop from the same period in 2024. The slump accelerated after April: June flows contracted 50% year-on-year and July tumbled 75%. Related Reading: UK Listing? Not For Bitpanda—Liquidity Concerns […]

Ethereum Treasury ETHZilla’s Holdings Surpass 102,000 ETH

Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla today announced a share buyback program of up to $250 million of its outstanding common stock. The company also revealed that it now holds more than 102,000 ETH on its balance sheet. ETHZilla Increases Ethereum Holdings According to today’s announcement, ETHZilla currently holds a total of 102,237 ETH at an average […]

No Crypto In Office? Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push New Ban

According to reports, a Pennsylvania Democratic lawmaker on Aug. 20 filed a bill that would tighten rules around elected officials and cryptocurrency. Rep. Ben Waxman of District 182 introduced House Bill 1812 with eight Democratic co-sponsors. Related Reading: First Of Its Kind: Ripple Helps Build Real-Time Crypto Crime Response System The measure would bar public […]

‘Crypto Mom’ Tells Industry: SEC Acting Now, Not Waiting On Congress

Crypto firms may get fresh guidance from the Securities and Exchange Commission even if Congress takes its time, Republican Commissioner Hester Peirce told Bloomberg. Related Reading: CEO Says He’ll Fulfill $1 Billion Bitcoin Buy Dream In One Bid Peirce, also known as “Crypto Mom”, said agency staff have been working on guidance since January and […]

Crypto Thieves Dubbed ‘GreedyBear’ Run Industrial-Scale Scam – Details

A cybercrime group called “GreedyBear” has been accused of stealing over $1 million through what researchers say is one of the most wide-reaching crypto theft operations seen in months. Related Reading: Winklevoss Twins Inject Bitcoin Into Trump-Linked Mining Venture Reports from Koi Security reveal the group is running a coordinated campaign that mixes malicious browser […]