Ex-Rugby Player Sentenced For $900K Crypto Mining Ponzi Scheme – Decrypt
Former rugby player Shane Donovan Moore sentenced to 30 months for a $900K crypto mining Ponzi scheme, defrauding 40+ investors with fake 1% daily returns and lavish spending.
IMF-El Salvador Deal Bitcoin Compliance Goals Broken: Chivo Wallet Involved – Crypto News Bitcoin News
The IMF reports El Salvador missed Bitcoin non-accumulation goals in its $1.4B credit deal, citing Chivo Wallet as the primary cause of compliance failures.
US House passes three key crypto bills; market reaction muted as Bitcoin dips – CoinJournal
The US House passed three major crypto bills: CLARITY Act, GENIUS Act, and Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. Despite this, crypto markets remained flat, with Bitcoin dipping slightly. The GENIUS Act, focused on stablecoins, is now awaiting presidential approval.
Lawmakers Accelerate Efforts to Address Crypto Ethics With MEME, Stop TRUMP Acts – Regulation Bitcoin News
Lawmakers are advancing legislation to prevent federal officials from profiting from cryptocurrencies, focusing on ethics reform and conflicts of interest in Washington.
Kraken Opens US Futures Trading as Congress Advances Landmark Crypto Bills – Decrypt
Kraken launches CME-based Bitcoin and Ethereum futures for U.S. traders amid congressional approval of landmark crypto bills, signaling regulatory progress and institutional demand.
US Offloads 80% of Bitcoin – Lummis Says It’s A Total Blunder
Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized the US for reportedly selling 80% of its Bitcoin reserves, leaving only 29,000 BTC. However, on-chain data shows the government still holds nearly 200,000 BTC across various agencies.
Trump Admin Weighs Crypto in Retirement Portfolios: Report
The Trump administration may allow cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets in 401(k) retirement plans, potentially transforming how Americans invest their retirement savings.
FBI Tracks 1,610 BTC to Armenian Hacker in Explosive Ransomware Case – Legal Bitcoin News
The FBI tracked 1,610 BTC to an Armenian hacker in a major ransomware case, using blockchain analysis to identify and charge cybercriminals involved in the Ryuk ransomware scheme.
Trump eyes executive order to open up retirement funds to crypto: FT
President Trump may sign an executive order allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest in cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets, pending regulatory review.
Crypto Legislation Hits Escape Velocity—No Future Presidents Can Stop It Now – Regulation Bitcoin News
The article discusses how crypto has gained bipartisan and institutional support in the U.S., making it irreversible for future administrations to shut down or unwind its integration into the financial system.
