Just In: Sam Altman’s OpenAI Denies Partnership with Robinhood on Stock Tokens
OpenAI denies partnership with Robinhood after the platform introduced tokenized shares of OpenAI and SpaceX, clarifying no approval was given for these stock tokens.
Belgium’s KBC Bank to Offer Retail Bitcoin & Ether Trading
KBC Bank in Belgium plans to offer Bitcoin and Ether trading to retail clients via its Bolero platform, pending regulatory approval as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider by autumn 2025.
SEC Chair calls tokenization an ‘innovation’ in sign of regulatory shift
SEC Chair Paul Atkins calls tokenization an innovation, signaling a regulatory shift. He emphasizes transparency and support for crypto innovation, contrasting previous enforcement-focused approaches.
This App Alerts You to ICE Raids—Now Trump’s DOJ Wants It Gone – Decrypt
The DOJ and DHS are threatening legal action against ICEBlock, an app that alerts users to ICE raids. The developer defends it as a tool for protection, while critics argue it endangers law enforcement.
Tokenization Is Imminent, SEC Chair Paul Atkins Says
SEC Chair Paul Atkins predicts imminent tokenization growth, emphasizing regulatory clarity and market efficiency. Tokenization of real-world assets surged 260% in early 2025, signaling major industry shifts.
SEC delays Grayscale’s large-cap crypto ETF launch despite approval order
The SEC approved Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund ETF conversion but delayed its launch for a review. The delay may relate to new crypto ETF listing standards being developed.
Bybit Launches MiCAR-Compliant Bybit.eu
Bybit launches MiCAR-compliant Bybit.eu, a dedicated EU platform offering brokerage, advanced trading tools, VIP management, and multilingual support, with plans for regional office expansions.
Trump’s One Big Beautifl Bill TLDR: Good or Bad for Bitcoin?
The article discusses the impact of Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ on Bitcoin, highlighting potential benefits like tax cuts and mining incentives, while noting missed crypto-specific amendments and market volatility.
Ripple Seeks US Banking License as Crypto Firms Move Toward Mainstream Finance – “The Defiant”
Ripple Labs applies for a US national banking license to offer direct banking services, joining crypto firms seeking mainstream finance integration and regulatory clarity.
North Korean IT workers earned $17M this year with some funds coming from Circle accounts
North Korean IT workers posing as foreign developers earned $17M from crypto firms this year, using USDC wallets and Circle accounts, according to blockchain investigator ZachXBT.
