Coinbase Reveals Role in US Secret Service Seizure of $225 Million in Stolen Crypto – News Bytes Bitcoin News

Coinbase assisted the U.S. Secret Service in seizing $225 million in USDT tied to pig butchering scams, where victims are lured through fake relationships or business deals.
Arizona state won’t buy Bitcoin – But is happy to seize and hold it

Arizona House passed HB 2324 to create a Bitcoin reserve funded by seized digital assets, a U.S. first. The bill awaits Governor Hobbs’ decision, with no taxpayer funds involved.
Genesis lawsuit alleges DCG ‘alter ego’ scheme, ignored warnings

A lawsuit against DCG alleges executives ignored warnings about financial mismanagement at Genesis, with internal memos showing awareness of legal risks and a ‘culture of submission’ among employees.
Genesis lawsuit alleges DCG ‘alter ego’ scheme, ignored warnings, scripted lies

A lawsuit against DCG alleges executives ignored warnings about Genesis’ financial risks, prepared for legal fallout, and created a toxic culture prioritizing DCG’s interests over proper governance.
BTC, ETH News: NYSE Tweaks Rule to List Trump Media’s Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF

NYSE seeks rule change to list Trump Media’s Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, a 3:1 ratio fund custodied by Crypto.com, part of broader crypto product plans.
Japan Eyes Crypto ETFs And 20% Taxes With New Proposal

Japan’s FSA proposes reclassifying crypto as financial products, potentially lowering taxes to 20% and allowing crypto ETFs, aiming to boost investment and Web3 development.
Arizona House Clears Bitcoin Reserve Bill Funded by Seized Crypto – Decrypt

Arizona House passed HB 2324, creating a state-run Bitcoin reserve funded by seized crypto. The bill sets rules for handling digital assets from criminal cases, following a similar law signed in May.
South Korea’s central bank wants gradual stablecoin rollout

South Korea’s central bank proposes a gradual stablecoin rollout, initially through regulated banks, to ensure safety and manage risks like capital outflows and foreign exchange concerns.
Stablecoin Issuance Should Begin With Banks, Says BOK Official – Decrypt

Bank of Korea officials propose banks lead stablecoin issuance to mitigate risks before expanding to non-banking sectors, amid concerns over capital outflows and FX management.
Arizona Bitcoin Reserve bill HB2324 passes House, heads to Governor Hobbs for signature

Arizona’s HB2324 bill, allowing a state-managed Bitcoin reserve from seized assets, passed the House and awaits Governor Hobbs’ signature to become law.