New York City to Issue First Bitcoin-Backed BitBond, Mayor Eric Adams Plans to Eliminate BitLicense – “The Defiant”

New York City plans to issue the first Bitcoin-backed BitBond and may eliminate the BitLicense, as announced by Mayor Eric Adams at a Bitcoin conference.
Bitcoin Will Be ‘Strategically Important Asset’ for US, Says JD Vance – Decrypt

VP JD Vance at Bitcoin 2025 conference emphasized Bitcoin’s strategic importance for the U.S., criticized Biden’s crypto policies, and outlined plans for pro-crypto regulations and stablecoin frameworks.
JD Vance Comments On Stablecoin Bill, Operation Chokepoint & Bitcoin Reserve

US VP JD Vance at Bitcoin 2025 Conference discussed the Stablecoin bill, Operation Chokepoint’s end, and Strategic Bitcoin Reserve as part of US dominance plans, including BTC’s role versus China.
JD Vance Says “Bitcoin Finally Has A Champion In The White House”

VP JD Vance announced strong White House support for Bitcoin at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference, emphasizing adoption, legislative backing, and clear regulation under the Trump administration.
Vance Declares Biden’s Crypto Crackdown Is Over, Champions Bitcoin at Las Vegas Conference – Crypto News Bitcoin News

Vice President J.D. Vance announced the end of Biden’s crypto crackdown and pledged support for digital assets at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas.
Fed President Neel Kashkari Warns US Facing Heightened Recession Risk, Says Consumers and Businesses on Hold Amid Tariff Uncertainty – The Daily Hodl

Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari warns of heightened US recession risk due to business and consumer uncertainty over tariffs, urging inflation control as a priority.
100 Million People Will Own Bitcoin Soon: JD Vance at Bitcoin 2025

US Vice President JD Vance predicts 100 million people will soon own Bitcoin, calling it a hedge against inflation and bad policy. He criticized regulators and vowed pro-crypto policies.
U.S. Labor Department Picks Up Crypto Torch, Throws Out Previous Warnings

The U.S. Department of Labor reverses its earlier warnings about crypto in retirement savings, emphasizing neutrality. This aligns with Trump administration efforts to reduce barriers to crypto investments.
UK FCA Opens Consultation on Stablecoin, Crypto Custody

The UK FCA seeks public feedback on stablecoin and crypto custody regulations to enhance market integrity and prevent firm failures, with rules expected by 2026.
Ethereum Cofounder Vitalik Buterin Sees Opportunity as Sweden and Norway Ditch Cashless Aspirations – Decrypt

Vitalik Buterin suggests Ethereum could replace vulnerable centralized payment systems as Sweden and Norway reverse cashless society plans due to infrastructure fragility.