‘Short-Term Contraction’ Expected as Hungary Adds Crypto Trading to Criminal Code – Decrypt

Hungary’s updated criminal code imposes prison terms for unlicensed crypto trading, causing market uncertainty. While targeting illegal operations, compliant exchanges can continue under EU’s MiCA regulations by 2026.
Former rugby player sentenced for $900K crypto mining Ponzi

Former rugby player Shane Moore sentenced to 2.5 years for running a $900K crypto mining Ponzi scheme, defrauding 40+ investors with false promises of daily returns.
Lightchain AI and Ethereum Pioneering the World’s First Truly Decentralized AI Blockchain Ecosystem – Branded Spotlight Bitcoin News

Lightchain AI partners with Ethereum to create the first decentralized AI blockchain ecosystem, empowering users and developers through community-driven innovation.
‘Historic win’ for crypto! – GENIUS Act heads to Trump for final approval

The U.S. House passed the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill, advancing to President Trump for final approval. This marks a historic step for crypto legislation, with bipartisan support and industry praise.
Thumzup to Inject $250M into XRP Treasury as Price Eyes ATH

Thumzup Media plans to invest $250M in cryptocurrencies including XRP, Bitcoin, and Ethereum, shifting from Bitcoin-focused investments amid improved US crypto regulations.
XRP Outshines Bitcoin by 277% YoY as Big Money Moves In – Analyst Forecasts Double-Digit Rally

XRP has surged 277% against Bitcoin over the past year, outpacing BTC’s 88% growth. Analysts predict further gains as institutional interest grows and new ETFs emerge, with XRP reaching a new all-time high of $3.66.
Indian crypto users may ‘force’ policy shift amid mounting demand

Indian crypto leader Sujal Jethwani predicts government policy shifts due to rising crypto demand, despite current high taxes and restrictive regulations, as traders increasingly adopt digital assets.
Crypto Week Wrap: BTC, ETH, XRP, ADA, DOGE, and TRUMP Skyrocket Today | CoinGape

Crypto Week saw major gains for BTC, ETH, XRP, ADA, DOGE, and TRUMP as key crypto bills were approved in the U.S., boosting market sentiment and pushing crypto market cap to $4T.
Ex‑NASA Researcher Joins Story as IP Soars 50% in a Month

Story Protocol appoints ex-NASA researcher Sandeep Chinchali as Chief AI Officer, sparking a 66% surge in IP token trading volume. The project plans AI-driven Web3 innovations and a major upcoming announcement.
Global crypto market hits $4 trillion, eclipses UK economy in size

The global crypto market cap surpassed $4 trillion, exceeding the UK economy’s size, driven by altcoin gains and positive regulatory developments before slightly retreating to $3.9 trillion.