Kazakhstan Eyes Crypto for State Reserves in Bold New Plan
Kazakhstan’s National Bank is considering adding crypto to state reserves, exploring digital assets for higher returns while acknowledging volatility. The country also plans a CryptoCity and stricter exchange regulations.
Fairshake Crypto Super PAC Raises $140M for US Midterm Elections – Regulation Bitcoin News
Fairshake Crypto Super PAC raises $140M for 2026 US midterm elections, aiming to influence crypto legislation during ‘Crypto Week’ debates in the House of Representatives.
Tornado Cash Trial Day 2: Prosecution And Defense Tell Different Stores About Roman Storm
Day 2 of the Tornado Cash trial saw opposing opening statements from prosecution and defense regarding Roman Storm’s motives for creating the crypto mixer, with allegations of money laundering.
Legitimate Privacy Tool or Dirty Money ‘Laundromat’? Lawyers Debate Role of Tornado Cash on Day 1 of Roman Storm Trial
The trial of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm began, debating whether he should be liable for criminals using the privacy tool to launder money, including North Korea’s Lazarus Group.
Key Pieces Of Crypto Legislation Fail In Shock Procedural Vote
Key crypto legislation failed in a U.S. procedural vote, with 223 lawmakers opposing advancement. GOP Freedom Caucus members cited CBDC concerns as a major reason for the setback.
GENIUS Act, Clarity Act Advance Halted by 12 Republicans – News Bytes Bitcoin News
Twelve House Republicans blocked a procedural vote, stalling Pentagon funding and crypto legislation including the GENIUS Act and Clarity Act.
U.S. DOJ Closes Polymarket Case – $2.6B Prediction Market Eyes Imminent U.S. Return
The U.S. DOJ and CFTC have closed investigations into Polymarket, signaling a regulatory shift. The $2.6B prediction market may soon return to the U.S. after probes ended without action.
Fairshake secures $141M to champion pro-crypto candidates
Fairshake, a bipartisan crypto PAC, raised $141M to support pro-crypto candidates in the 2026 midterms, with major contributions from Coinbase and other industry leaders amid regulatory debates.
Prosecutors link Roman Storm to DPRK hackers in trial opening statements
Prosecutors allege Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm facilitated North Korean hackers in laundering funds, while defense argues the privacy tool had legitimate uses. The trial could impact crypto developers.
Trump ‘Furious,’ Demands GOP Unity in Crypto Bill Re-Vote
House Republicans blocked a crypto bill backed by Trump, causing a procedural vote failure. Trump is pressuring GOP holdouts for a re-vote to advance digital asset legislation and establish US crypto leadership.
