$45M Bitcoin Scandal Triggers Yet Another Power Grab In Czech Republic

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala survived a no-confidence vote after a $45M Bitcoin donation scandal involving the Justice Ministry. The opposition united over the controversy, leading to resignations and calls for transparency.
Russia says 70% of crypto miners remain unregistered despite new laws

Despite Russia’s 2024 crypto mining laws, 70% of miners remain unregistered. Authorities plan stricter enforcement and penalties to bring them into compliance.
Canadian Firm Sol Strategies Files With SEC for Nasdaq Debut – Decrypt

Canadian firm Sol Strategies files with SEC to list on Nasdaq as ‘STKE’, holding 420K SOL tokens worth $72M, aiming to expand institutional presence in Solana ecosystem.
Binance co-founder calls for crypto platforms to implement ‘will function’ for asset inheritance

Binance co-founder CZ advocates for crypto platforms to add inheritance features, allowing users to designate beneficiaries for digital assets after death, including minors with restrictions.
Bitget secures Georgia license as part of Europe expansion

Bitget secures a license in Georgia to operate as a digital asset exchange, expanding its European presence. The move aligns with MiCA regulations and offers users compliant access to trading services.
New York Officials Seize $440K From Facebook Crypto Scam Targeting Russian Speakers

New York officials seized $440K from a crypto scam targeting Russian speakers via Facebook ads. The scheme caused over $1M in losses, promoting fake crypto platforms to vulnerable communities.
Brazil’s Congress up in Arms Against ‘Flawed’ Cryptocurrency Tax Decree – Regulation Bitcoin News

Brazil’s Congress challenges a government decree imposing a flat cryptocurrency tax, arguing it oversteps executive authority on tax matters and bypasses legislative processes.
Is crypto still taxed in Australia? Major legal update, explained

Australia’s crypto tax laws may change as a 2025 court ruling could classify Bitcoin as currency, exempting it from capital gains tax. The ATO’s current policy treats crypto as property, taxing disposals and income.
China’s Central Bank Governor Envisions the End of US Dollar Dominance – News Bytes Bitcoin News

China’s central bank governor suggests a shift from US dollar dominance to a multi-currency global system, emphasizing the rising role of the renminbi in international finance.
France Rejects Bitcoin Mining Proposal – Mining Bitcoin News

France’s National Assembly rejected a proposal to discuss bitcoin mining as a use for energy surplus, avoiding debate on the topic for now.