‘You Can’t Put the Genie Back’: Bitwise CIO Reveals Why Crypto May Never Be the Same Again

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan discusses how upcoming US crypto legislation could transform the market, reducing risks and volatility while attracting institutional investors through regulatory clarity.
Latam Insights Encore: US Senate’s Weaponization of Bitcoin Ownership Should Raise Concerns – Op-Ed Bitcoin News

The article discusses concerns over the U.S. Senate’s politicized use of Bitcoin ownership to sanction El Salvador’s administration, framing it as a human rights violation tactic.
Trump Pushes House GOP to Revive Vote on Crypto Bills – Decrypt

Trump convinced GOP holdouts to support crypto bills after initial opposition over CBDC concerns. The GENIUS and CLARITY Acts face criticism for potential regulatory overreach and favoring centralized crypto systems.
GENIUS Act, other crypto bills blocked in U.S. House: ‘The Senate did not…’

House Republicans blocked a procedural vote on three crypto bills, including the GENIUS Act, due to disagreements over content and packaging. The setback affects regulatory progress and caused dips in crypto-related stocks.
Michigan town puts pre-emptive curbs on crypto ATMs

Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, passed an ordinance restricting crypto ATMs to protect residents from scams, including registration, warnings, and transaction limits for new users.
New Hungarian Law Criminalizes ‘Unauthorized’ Crypto Trades, Rattling Firms – Regulation Bitcoin News

Hungary’s new law imposes prison terms for unauthorized crypto trading, causing uncertainty and potential exits for crypto firms in the region.
GENIUS Act Back on Track as Trump Wins Support from Lawmakers, BTC Price Jumps

The GENIUS Act gains momentum as Trump secures House support, reviving crypto legislation. Bitcoin prices rebound amid renewed optimism for the stablecoin regulatory framework.
Trump Crypto News: Polymarket ‘Yes’ Spikes on Jerome Powell Firing as Florida Rep. Says It’s ‘Imminent’

A Florida Congresswoman’s claim about Jerome Powell’s imminent firing moved Polymarket bets, though legal hurdles and Bitcoin’s stable price suggest low likelihood.
Crypto Case Cracks Open Police Conspiracy In LA—Details | Bitcoinist.com

Two LA sheriff’s deputies conspired to violate civil rights while working for a crypto entrepreneur known as ‘The Godfather.’ They used warrants, intimidation, and accepted crypto payments, facing prison for their crimes.
Fed, FDIC, OCC Clarify How Banks Can Handle Your Crypto

Federal regulators clarify that banks can offer crypto custody with strong risk controls, adapting existing rules without new policies. Reputational risk is no longer a factor, easing crypto-bank partnerships.