Pakistan Army Chief, Trump Discuss Crypto at White House Lunch

US President Trump discussed cryptocurrency and bilateral cooperation with Pakistan’s Army Chief during a White House lunch, highlighting shared interests in crypto and emerging technologies.
Donald Trump urges swift GENIUS Act passage to dominate digital asset space

Donald Trump urges swift passage of the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins and strengthen US leadership in the digital asset economy, with bipartisan Senate support.
South Korea to investigate fees by local crypto exchanges
South Korea’s financial regulator will investigate crypto exchange fees to reduce trading costs, following President Lee Jae-myung’s campaign promise to support young traders.
Treasury Chief Bessent Declares ‘Crypto is Not a Threat to the Dollar’ as GENIUS Act Near Approval

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent asserts crypto, especially stablecoins, strengthens the U.S. dollar’s dominance. The GENIUS Act nears approval as President Trump pushes for swift passage amid global regulatory debates.
Donald Trump Backs GENIUS Stablecoin Bill, Crypto Stocks Rally – Coinspeaker

Donald Trump supports the GENIUS Stablecoin Act, aiming to strengthen US crypto leadership. The bill proposes regulatory frameworks for stablecoins, boosting crypto stocks like Coinbase and Circle.
Circle (CRCL) Jumps 34% as Stablecoin Bill Clears Senate, Extending Post-IPO 500% Rally

Circle’s stock surged 34% as the U.S. Senate passed a stablecoin bill, boosting investor confidence in regulated crypto payments. The bill aims to position the U.S. as a leader in digital assets.
UK Wants Banks to Have Less Exposure to Crypto by Next Year

The Bank of England proposes restricting UK banks’ crypto exposure by 2026, aligning with Basel Committee standards. Banks may face limits on volatile crypto investments, with potential 1% caps on assets like Bitcoin.
Treasury Secretary Bessent Says Stablecoins Can Bolster US Dollar ‘Supremacy’ – Decrypt

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocates for stablecoins to strengthen US dollar dominance, urging swift crypto legislation. Trump pushes Congress to pass the GENIUS Act amid political tensions.
Pacific nation Nauru passes law to establish a crypto regulator

Nauru has passed a law to create a crypto regulator, the Command Ridge Virtual Asset Authority, aiming to establish itself as a digital asset hub in Oceania by overseeing various crypto activities.
Ohio House passes bill allowing up to $200 tax-free crypto payments

Ohio’s House passed HB 116, allowing tax-free crypto payments under $200 and protecting mining businesses. The bill now moves to the Senate, aiming to ease crypto adoption and prevent discriminatory regulations.