New Hampshire Tops List of Most Crypto-Friendly U.S. States: Study

New Hampshire ranks as the most crypto-friendly U.S. state due to zero capital gains tax, minimal regulation, and widespread crypto business adoption, per ASICKey’s study.
Majority Of American Voters Want New Crypto Laws, Poll Finds

A poll by Cedar Innovation Foundation reveals 58% of American voters want new federal cryptocurrency laws, with bipartisan support across Democrats, Independents, and Republicans.
Bitcoin Price Prediction: $104K in Play, $109K Target Looms Amid Global Shakeups

Bitcoin trades at $104K amid Pakistan’s conflicting crypto policies. A national Bitcoin reserve plan was announced then denied, causing market confusion and IMF concerns.
South Korea’s crypto boom is inevitable – No matter who wins the election

South Korea’s crypto boom is inevitable, with high adoption rates and political support. Both major parties back crypto ETFs and regulations but differ on stablecoin policies. The country’s decisions could influence regional markets.
Stablecoin Giant Circle Bullish on IPO Demand, Boosts Offering With $7.2 Billion Valuation – Decrypt

Circle increases its IPO share offering to 32 million shares at $27-$28 each, targeting a $7.2 billion valuation, reflecting strong investor demand. Ripple’s earlier $4-5 billion acquisition offer was rejected.
SEC faces criticism over crypto staking shift

The SEC faces backlash over its changing stance on crypto staking, with critics arguing it contradicts court rulings and undermines investor protection. Officials warn the shift ignores established legal precedents.
France Indicts 25 in Crypto Kidnap, Mutilation & €1M Ransom

French authorities indicted 25 suspects in violent crypto-related kidnappings targeting executives, involving mutilation and million-euro ransoms. Tactics include using delivery vans to bypass security.
Circle boosts IPO amid strong investor interest, eyes $7.2B valuation

Circle increases its IPO share offering and price range amid strong investor demand, potentially raising $896M and reaching a $7.2B valuation, driven by growing institutional interest in stablecoins.
BitMEX Team Uncovers North Korean Hacker Group’s Security Errors News ETHNews

BitMEX researchers uncovered security weaknesses in North Korea’s Lazarus Group, including exposed IP addresses and databases, revealing operational details and a hacker’s location in Jiaxing, China.
Czech Minister Steps Down, Opposition Calls for Govt to Resign Over $46M in BTC ‘Donated’ from Convicted Criminal

Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blažek resigned after accepting $46M in BTC from convicted criminal Tomas Jirikovsky, sparking calls for the government to step down over the controversial donation.