US Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs: Will Crypto Rise in Response? – Coinspeaker

A US court blocked Trump’s tariffs, potentially boosting financial markets. Crypto markets reacted with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing volatility amid macroeconomic shifts and investor optimism.
Bolivia Bans State Oil Company From Using Crypto for Energy Settlements – Crypto News Bitcoin News

Bolivia’s President Luis Arce banned state oil company YPFB from using cryptocurrencies for energy settlements to prevent speculation on platforms like Binance.
Bitcoin lags S&P 500 gains as federal court rules Trump exceeded authority on tariffs without Congress

A US federal court ruled Trump’s tariffs exceeded constitutional authority, causing market shifts. S&P 500 surged while Bitcoin lagged, reflecting investor optimism about trade tension de-escalation.
Central Bank of Russia Approves Non-Deliverable Crypto-Linked Derivatives, Excludes Direct Crypto Purchases for Qualified Investors – “The Defiant”

Russia’s Central Bank permits qualified investors to access crypto-linked derivatives and securities, excluding direct cryptocurrency purchases, through financial institutions.
Trump’s Bitcoin Strategy: Crypto Czar Unveils Expansion Blueprint

Trump’s crypto czar David Sacks revealed plans to expand the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve using budget-neutral methods, avoiding new taxes. The administration also supports crypto through policy changes and domestic mining initiatives.
SOL Strategies Files $1B Shelf Prospectus to Boost Solana Investment ‘Flexibility’ – Decrypt

SOL Strategies filed a $1B shelf prospectus to enhance financial flexibility for Solana investments, enabling quick capital raises for future opportunities without immediate plans to issue securities.
Russia Opens Doors to Crypto Derivatives for Select Investors

Russia’s central bank now permits qualified investors to trade crypto-linked derivatives under strict conditions, allowing non-deliverable products tied to digital asset prices but banning actual crypto settlements.
Crypto lobby group says SEC should back off regulating most DAOs

Crypto lobby groups argue SEC should not regulate most DAOs if they are sufficiently decentralized, treating them as individuals unless proven otherwise, in a letter to the SEC.
Eric Adams calls for Bitcoin bond in NYC, end to state BitLicense

NYC Mayor Eric Adams proposes a Bitcoin-backed municipal bond and calls for ending the BitLicense program to attract crypto businesses to New York City.
Crypto vulnerable if CFTC not given authority, says ex-chair Behnam

Former CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam argues crypto markets need CFTC oversight to prevent fraud and manipulation, stating current laws leave Bitcoin and Ether unregulated as commodities.