Panama City Proposes Bitcoin Payments for Priority Passage Through Panama Canal
Panama City’s mayor proposed allowing Bitcoin payments for priority passage through the Panama Canal, a key global trade route handling 5% of maritime traffic, generating $5 billion annually.
SEC removes key hurdle for Ethereum ETFs by exempting staking from securities rules
The SEC clarified that crypto staking activities, including self-staking and delegated staking, do not require securities registration, easing regulatory hurdles for Ethereum ETFs and proof-of-stake networks.
Thailand Cracks Down on 5 Unlicensed Exchanges, Charges Against OKX, Bybit – Coinspeaker
Thailand bans five unlicensed crypto exchanges including Bybit and OKX, giving investors until June 28 to withdraw funds. The SEC warns against unapproved platforms as part of broader crypto regulations.
Crypto Remains Illegal in Pakistan Despite Recent Bitcoin Push
Pakistan maintains its cryptocurrency ban despite government initiatives promoting Bitcoin, with all crypto transactions deemed illegal by the State Bank and Ministry of Finance.
Crypto Staking Greenlit by SEC: Snorter Presale Offers 1,273% Staking APY
The SEC has clarified that crypto staking does not fall under securities laws, treating it like mining. This decision benefits projects like Snorter Token, offering high staking APYs, and boosts institutional interest in crypto.
SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Binance in Landmark Decision
The SEC dismissed its lawsuit against Binance, ending a high-profile case. The joint motion cited policy reasons, marking a shift in crypto regulation under new SEC leadership.
Fed Chair Tells Trump That Monetary Policy Is Based on ‘Non-Political Analysis’ After Wave of Criticism From the President – The Daily Hodl
Fed Chair Jerome Powell met with President Trump, emphasizing monetary policy decisions are based on non-political analysis despite Trump’s criticism of interest rate policies.
Thailand Will Block Access to OKX, Bybit, 1000X and XT.com From June 28, Citing Lack of License
Thailand will block access to unlicensed crypto exchanges OKX, Bybit, 1000X, and XT.com from June 28, urging investors to secure assets due to regulatory violations.
XRP Lawsuit: Mysterious Filing for ‘Decisive Evidence’ Reappears, Sparking Concerns
A mysterious filing by Justin W. Keener reappears in the XRP lawsuit, claiming to hold decisive evidence. Experts question its validity as the crypto community awaits the court’s response.
Staking on PoS Blockchains Not a Security, Says SEC Staff
The SEC clarified that staking on PoS blockchains is not a securities transaction, easing regulatory concerns for crypto investors and service providers.
