North Korea Targets Crypto Professionals With New Malware in Hiring Scams – Decrypt
North Korean hackers target crypto professionals with fake job interviews to deploy PylangGhost malware, stealing credentials from browser extensions like Metamask and enabling remote access.
Politicians’ memecoins, dropped court cases fuel crypto ‘crime supercycle’
Blockchain investigators warn that politicians endorsing memecoins and dropped court cases have fueled a crypto crime surge, with scammers facing no repercussions for fraudulent activities.
Tiny Island, Big Move: Nauru Launches Crypto Oversight Authority – Regulation Bitcoin News
Nauru has established the Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority (CRVAA) to regulate cryptocurrencies, digital banking, and Web3, issuing VASP licenses to oversee virtual asset activities.
Arizona Senate revives Bitcoin reserve bill after reconsideration vote
Arizona Senate revived a Bitcoin reserve bill (HB 2324) allowing forfeited digital assets to fund state departments. Governor Hobbs previously signed a similar bill but vetoed another citing risks.
Russia’s Digital Ruble Marches Toward 2026 Mass Adoption – Regulation Bitcoin News
Russia’s digital ruble CBDC is progressing toward mass adoption by 2026, with expanded pilots and infrastructure development paving the way for economic transformation.
Arizona Senate Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill for Seized Crypto, Heads to House for Debate – Decrypt
Arizona Senate passed HB 2324, creating a Bitcoin Reserve Fund for seized crypto assets. The bill now moves to the House. Part of a broader state-level crypto legislation push under Trump.
North Korea targets crypto workers with new info-stealing malware
North Korean hackers target crypto job seekers with PylangGhost malware, stealing wallet and password manager credentials through fake job interviews and fraudulent websites impersonating major crypto firms.
Tether Aids $225M Seizure in US Secret Service’s Largest Crypto Bust Ever – Legal Bitcoin News
The U.S. Secret Service seized $225 million in crypto with Tether’s assistance, marking their largest bust ever. Tether’s cooperation was acknowledged by the DOJ in combating global fraud.
Ripple Unveils Urgent 4-Point Plan to Ignite UK Crypto Revolution – Regulation Bitcoin News
Ripple proposes a 4-point regulatory plan to position the UK as a crypto leader, focusing on innovation, investment, and blockchain-driven financial dominance.
Arizona revives Bitcoin reserve bill and passes it in Senate
Arizona Senate passed HB2324 to create a state-managed Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund for seized assets, allowing storage, sale, or retention with updated custodial standards.
