Cynthia Lummis: Fast-Track GENIUS Act Crypto Rules Now

Senator Cynthia Lummis urges Congress to pass comprehensive crypto legislation following the GENIUS Act approval, aiming to establish the U.S. as the global crypto capital with clear regulations.
Pavel Durov warns France is experiencing societal collapse

Telegram founder Pavel Durov warns France faces societal collapse due to censorship policies, talent drain, and delayed reforms, citing concerns over free speech and political trajectory.
US DOJ files to seize $225M in crypto tied to pig butchering schemes

The US DOJ seized $225M in crypto tied to pig butchering scams, fraudulent schemes that defrauded over 400 victims. Tether assisted in the investigation. Crypto fraud losses exceeded $5.8B in 2024.
Chinese Bitcoin Hardware Titans Hold 95% Market, Shift to US

Chinese Bitcoin hardware giants Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT, controlling 95% of the market, are shifting production to the US due to tariffs, raising security and dependency concerns.
US Secret Service Cracks Down: $225M Crypto Seized From Fraud Network – Crypto News Bitcoin News

US authorities seized $225M in cryptocurrency linked to investment scams. The Secret Service and FBI traced funds through a civil forfeiture complaint filed in federal court.
New York authorities freeze $300K linked to crypto scammers

New York authorities froze $300K and recovered $140K linked to a crypto scam targeting Russian speakers via fake Facebook ads. Over 300 victims lost $1M in Brooklyn alone.
All about Thailand’s new crypto policy – 5-year tax break, $30.7M boost & more…

Thailand introduces a 5-year capital gains tax waiver on crypto investments to boost its financial hub status, attracting firms like KuCoin and Tether while enforcing regulatory compliance.
Are Criminals Really Switching From Crypto to Gold for Money Laundering? – Decrypt

UK criminals are increasingly using gold for money laundering due to its portability, value, and lack of traceability, though hard data on this trend remains scarce.
Justice Dept. Files to Seize Record $225 Million Tied to ‘Pig Butchering’ Crypto Scams – Decrypt

The U.S. Department of Justice filed to seize $225.3 million in USDT tied to ‘pig butchering’ crypto scams. Tether and OKX assisted in identifying the laundered funds linked to fraudulent investment schemes.
Chinese Central Bank head pledges to expand international CBDC use — Report

China’s central bank plans to expand the digital yuan’s international use, creating a Shanghai operations center. It aims for a multipolar currency system, contrasting with the current dollar-dominated one.