Thailand Finance Regulators to Restrict World’s First Tokenized Govt Bonds
Thailand’s SEC introduces G-Token, the world’s first government-issued tokenized bond, restricting its use for payments or trading to ensure it remains an investment tool.
Pakistan Appoints World Liberty Financial Advisor to Key Government Role on Crypto – Decrypt
Pakistan appoints Bilal Bin Saqib as special assistant to the prime minister on blockchain and crypto, allocating 2,000 MW for bitcoin mining and AI centers to boost the economy.
India’s Crypto Industry Seeks Relief from 30% Tax Burden
India’s crypto industry is lobbying for tax reforms, seeking to reduce the 30% capital gains tax and 1% transaction levy that pushed trading offshore. Engagement with regulators has increased amid global crypto momentum.
De-Dollarization Deepens as SCO Nations Target Dollar-Free Trade – Economics Bitcoin News
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization is leading efforts to reduce dollar reliance in trade, promoting national currencies for cross-border settlements amid shifting global financial dynamics.
Another suspect to surrender in NYC crypto torture case: Reports
A second suspect in a NYC crypto kidnapping case is expected to surrender. The Swiss investor allegedly aided in torturing a victim to extract his crypto wallet phrase. The main suspect remains detained.
Double Trouble: Crypto Investor Loses $2.5M by Copying Same Scam Address Twice
A crypto investor lost $2.5 million by mistakenly sending funds to a scam address twice due to transaction history poisoning, highlighting ongoing phishing risks in the crypto space.
Coinbase Faces New Lawsuit Following $400M Data Breach
Coinbase faces a class action lawsuit over alleged omissions and a $400M data breach, causing investor losses and stock price declines. The suit cites UK regulatory breaches and misleading statements.
Mango Markets Attacker Has Conviction Overturned—Why? – Decrypt
A judge overturned Avraham Eisenberg’s conviction for exploiting Mango Markets, a Solana-based DEX, citing vague platform rules and lack of evidence supporting fraud charges.
SEC Crypto Task Force discusses securities tokenization with Nasdaq, DeFi startups
The SEC’s Crypto Task Force met with Nasdaq and DeFi startups to discuss tokenized securities, regulatory sandboxes, and blockchain-based market infrastructure, aiming to balance innovation with investor protection.
U.S House speaker downplays ‘conflict of interest’ from Trump’s crypto dinner
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson dismissed concerns over Trump’s crypto dinner, praising his support for the sector. Democrats allege corruption, citing Trump’s memecoin ties and stalled stablecoin bill.
