From Wall Street To Red Square: Moscow Exchange Lists BlackRock Bitcoin Futures
The Moscow Exchange has launched Bitcoin futures contracts linked to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, allowing qualified investors to trade in USD with ruble settlements, marking a significant step in Russia’s crypto integration.
Stablecoin Bill News: Senate Stablecoin Bill Likely to Win Massive Bipartisan Support, Dem Lawmaker Says
A bipartisan stablecoin bill, the GENIUS Act, is gaining support in the Senate with up to 16 Democrats likely to vote in favor. Negotiations addressed concerns, and a final vote is expected soon.
Brazil Mulls Taxing Cryptocurrency to Offset Financial Transaction Tax Hike – Crypto News Bitcoin News
Brazil is considering taxing cryptocurrency transactions to offset a proposed increase in financial transaction taxes, aiming to mitigate broader economic impacts.
China to ban owning Bitcoin? Gate.io to pay $30M over liquidations: Asia Express
Rumors suggest China may ban Bitcoin ownership, but no official confirmation exists. Gate.io faces $30M in liabilities due to perpetual contract liquidations in Asia.
Bill Huizenga Indicates Crypto Is ‘The Future’ In New Hearing
Congressman Bill Huizenga declared crypto ‘the future’ during a House Financial Services Committee hearing focused on digital asset regulation and the CLARITY Act of 2025.
VPN Usage Spikes in France as Pornhub Blocks Users Over Age Restrictions – Decrypt
ProtonVPN saw a 1,000% surge in French signups as users bypassed Pornhub’s block over new age verification laws. Both companies criticized the law, citing privacy risks and data misuse concerns.
South Korean Parliament ‘Poised to OK Tokenized Securities Bill’
South Korea’s parliament may soon approve a tokenized securities bill, allowing firms to issue blockchain-based coins tied to assets like real estate and copyrighted works, ending a legislative deadlock.
DOJ shuts down 145 BidenCash sites: ‘Not anonymous anymore’
The DOJ seized 145 BidenCash dark web domains and crypto funds tied to illegal financial data sales. The operation involved global law enforcement, targeting stolen credit card and PII transactions.
Trump Crypto Wallet Goes Dark Following Cease and Desist – Decrypt
A Trump-branded crypto wallet website went offline after receiving a cease and desist from Trump’s sons, who plan to launch their own wallet. The dispute involves Trump’s meme coin partners.
Policy Heavyweights Back BRCA Safe Harbor for On-Chain Boom
Eight major crypto policy groups support the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) to provide regulatory clarity for decentralized software developers and infrastructure providers in the U.S.
