The Bitcoin Administration: Trump, Vance, and US Crypto Power

Vice President JD Vance urged crypto leaders to lobby Congress for favorable policies at a Bitcoin conference, signaling the Trump administration’s pro-crypto stance and deepening industry ties.
Bybit earns MiCA license as hackers keep $644 million from its $1.4 billion exploit out of reach

Bybit secures MiCA license from Austria’s FMA, enabling EU-wide operations. Despite a $1.4B hack, $644M remains untraceable. The exchange plans Vienna HQ and educational initiatives.
Bybit Exchange Secures MiCA License In Austria – Coinspeaker

Bybit exchange secured a MiCA license in Austria, enabling EU expansion. It established a Vienna HQ and plans to hire 100+ staff, complying with EU crypto regulations alongside OKX and eToro.
Bank of Russia Greenlights Crypto Offerings to Institutional Players – Coinspeaker

Bank of Russia permits select financial institutions to offer crypto products to accredited investors, excluding direct cryptocurrency delivery. Russian crypto inflows surged 51% in Q1 2025, with Bitcoin dominating holdings.
Coinbase hack shows the law probably won’t protect you: Here’s why
Coinbase faces lawsuits after a data breach exposed 70,000 accounts, with losses up to $400M. Terms of service limit liability and prevent class actions, leaving users unprotected.
MiCA Pushes EU to Adapt: ‘Not Everyone Will Make the Cut’

MiCA regulations are reshaping the EU crypto market, forcing smaller firms to adapt or exit. Compliance challenges are more cultural than legal, with Latvia leading in fast-track licensing.
Could Bitcoin Miners Erase 100% Taxes With Trump’s Tax Bill?

The article discusses how Bitcoin miners might exploit a provision in Trump’s new tax bill to eliminate their tax liabilities, with experts warning of potential IRS scrutiny.
Bybit secures MiCA license in Austria, opens EU base in Vienna

Bybit secures MiCA license in Austria, enabling EU expansion with Vienna as its new European headquarters. The exchange plans to hire 100+ staff and offer compliant crypto services across 29 EEA countries.
Bank of Russia Approves Non-Deliverable Crypto Derivatives for Qualified Investors With Strict Ownership Limits – “The Defiant”

The Bank of Russia allows qualified investors to trade non-deliverable crypto derivatives, with strict asset and income requirements, while direct crypto ownership remains prohibited.
Grayscale ETF bids in limbo – Why the SEC is hesitant on ADA, AVAX

SEC delays decisions on Grayscale’s Cardano and Avalanche ETF applications until July 15th, extending the review period. Despite regulatory uncertainty, ADA and AVAX prices show resilience.