Mistrial Motion In Tornado Cash Case Is Unlikely
IRS Special Agent Stephan George’s credible testimony on tracing stolen funds through Tornado Cash makes a defense motion for mistrial unlikely in the ongoing case.
FTX creditors to receive next round of payouts by Sept 30

FTX creditors will receive next payouts by Sept 30, with Aug 15 as the record date. The distribution covers Class 5 and 6 claims, plus late Convenience Claims. $1.9 billion freed from reserves for payments.
SEC Grants, Then Halts, Approval for Crypto ETF With XRP: Expert Calls It ‘Bizarre Situation’ – Regulation Bitcoin News

The SEC initially approved a crypto ETF with Bitcoin, Ether, and XRP but later halted its launch, creating market uncertainty and confusion.
Another ICO Boom? What the Senate’s Market Structure Bill Means for Crypto Startups – Decrypt

The Senate released a draft crypto market structure bill, complementing the House’s CLARITY Act. It aims to provide legal clarity for ICOs, allowing startups to raise up to $75M annually via token sales without SEC scrutiny.
Court Approves $1.9B Reserve Release, Enabling Next FTX Distribution

FTX secured court approval to reduce its disputed claims reserve by $1.9 billion, enabling faster payouts to customers and creditors starting September 30, 2025, via designated service providers.
Crypto ‘control’ takes center stage at Roman Storm trial

IRS agent testifies in Roman Storm’s trial, alleging control over Tornado Cash funds. Defense challenges evidence, may seek mistrial. Case focuses on money laundering and sanctions violations.
White House Releases Trump’s ‘AI Action Plan’—Here’s What’s in It – Decrypt

The White House unveiled a national AI strategy focusing on growth, infrastructure, and global dominance, promoting deregulation and open-source models while facing criticism for overlooking risks.
Tether CEO Confirms Company Nearly Ready for US Return After Trump Signs GENIUS Act – Coinspeaker

Tether plans US return after GENIUS Act passage, enabling stablecoin competition with Circle’s USDC. CEO confirms focus on institutional payments and settlements under new regulatory framework.
Solana Labs, Jito Labs hit with RICO charges in amended Pump Fun fraud lawsuit

Solana Labs and Jito Labs face RICO charges in an amended lawsuit alleging their involvement in a $1.5 billion fraud tied to memecoin platform Pump.Fun, accused of facilitating illicit activities.
Bitwise’s 10 Crypto ETF Approved but Stayed in Bizarre Move

The SEC approved Bitwise’s crypto ETF conversion but later issued a stay order, halting its launch. This marks the second such reversal this month, drawing criticism from analysts.