Gemini Files Scathing Complaint Accusing CFTC of 7-Year ‘Lawfare’ Campaign
Gemini filed a complaint accusing the CFTC of a 7-year ‘lawfare’ campaign, alleging selective enforcement and false charges, following a $5M settlement over disputed whistleblower claims.
Stablecoin Regulation Bill Nears Passage In Senate, Trump’s Crypto Holdings Unaddressed | Bitcoinist.com
The US Senate is nearing approval of the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins, with bipartisan support. The bill excludes presidential crypto holdings, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.
Cardano Gets Political Boost as Trump Insider Reveals ADA Holdings News ETHNews
Trump aide Thomas Thorgersen disclosed holdings in Cardano (ADA) and XRP, signaling political interest in crypto. This aligns with Trump’s pro-crypto agenda, including plans for a national digital asset reserve.
Gemini Slams CFTC’s 7-Year Lawfare Campaign In New Letter
Gemini accuses CFTC’s Division of Enforcement of a seven-year ‘trophy-hunting lawfare’ campaign, alleging fabricated claims and misuse of the Commodity Exchange Act, despite a $5 million settlement in 2025.
Spokane City Bans Bitcoin ATMs, 11,000 Complaints in 2024
Spokane bans Bitcoin ATMs due to 11,000 scam complaints in 2024, aiming to protect residents from fraud involving crypto kiosks.
China’s JD.com enters stablecoin race as US passes GENIUS Act
JD.com plans to launch a global stablecoin for cross-border payments, aiming to reduce costs by 90% and speed up transactions. This follows the US Senate passing the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins.
Investment Advisor Pushes $45,650,000 Bank Fraud Scheme, Shovels Defrauded Money Into Property and Private Plane – The Daily Hodl
Nebraska investment advisor Jesse Hill pleads guilty to a $45.65M bank fraud scheme, using fake accounts to secure loans for property and a private plane, facing up to 30 years in prison.
Archetyp Market Shut Down in Europol Raid
Europol shut down Archetyp Market, a major dark web drug platform using Monero. Arrests were made across Europe, but experts warn such disruptions may be temporary as operators adapt.
Thailand Approves 5-Year Crypto Capital Gains Tax Break
Thailand approved a 5-year capital gains tax exemption for crypto to boost its digital asset hub status. The measure starts in 2025, alongside plans for a Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework and tokenized bonds.
Washington’s second-biggest city, Spokane, bans crypto ATMs
Spokane bans crypto ATMs to combat scams targeting residents, becoming Washington’s first city to do so. The council cites rising fraud cases, with operators given 60 days to remove kiosks.
