May 2025 - BTC USA

Gavel and scales of justice representing UK court decision in BSV crypto lawsuit

UK Court Rejects ‘Loss of Chance’ Damages in $13.3B BSV Lawsuit Against Binance

May 22, 2025 Dan K

UK court rejects $13.3B claim BSV could match Bitcoin’s value if not delisted by Binance. Smaller user losses may still go to trial.

Bitcoin price chart showing a sharp rise above $107,000 near its all-time high

Bitcoin Soars Past $107K, Inches From ATH – What’s Fueling the Surge?

May 21, 2025 Dan K

Bitcoin breaks $107K, nearing its ATH as macro tailwinds, ETF inflows, and regulatory shifts boost investor confidence in the flagship cryptocurrency.

Hong Kong financial district skyline representing stablecoin regulation enforcement

Hong Kong Passes Stablecoins Bill, Enforces Licensing for Fiat-Backed Issuers

May 21, 2025 Dan K

Hong Kong mandates licensing for fiat-backed stablecoin issuers, setting tough new standards for compliance, reserve backing, and consumer safety.

Jamie Dimon at JPMorgan investor day discussing Bitcoin investment access

JPMorgan to Let Clients Buy Bitcoin Despite Dimon’s Continued Criticism

May 20, 2025 Dan K

JPMorgan clients will soon gain access to Bitcoin and ETFs, though CEO Jamie Dimon remains skeptical, citing criminal use and lack of utility.

AI startup Succinct launches PROVE token to enhance legal contract review with zero-knowledge proofs

Paradigm-Backed AI Startup Succinct Launches PROVE Token to Revolutionize Contract Verification

May 20, 2025 Dan K

Succinct debuts PROVE token to streamline legal contract reviews using zero-knowledge proofs, aiming to build a decentralized verification network.

Ripple partners with Zand Bank and Mamo to launch blockchain-based cross-border payment system in the UAE

Ripple Launches Cross-Border Blockchain Payments in UAE via Zand Bank and Mamo

May 19, 2025 Dan K

Ripple’s new blockchain payment system debuts in the UAE with Zand Bank and Mamo, merging fiat, crypto, and stablecoins for global transfers.

U.S. Senate debates stablecoin legislation with updates targeting Big Tech and crypto-finance links

Senate Plans Second Vote on Stablecoin Bill Amid Renewed Crypto Regulation Push

May 19, 2025 Dan K

Senate revisits the GENIUS Act on stablecoin rules, with updates curbing Big Tech but concerns linger over Trump ties and crypto’s role in finance.

Argentine President Javier Milei and sister Karina under fire for LIBRA cryptocurrency scandal

Milei Siblings No-Show in $4.5M LIBRA Crypto Scam Hearing

May 18, 2025 Dan K

Javier and Karina Milei ghosted a court hearing in the $4.5M LIBRA fraud case, prompting deeper scrutiny into their financial dealings.

Pavel Durov defends free speech by rejecting EU censorship request on Telegram

Pavel Durov Rejects EU Censorship Pressure Ahead of Romanian Elections

May 18, 2025 Dan K

Durov says a Western EU country pressured Telegram to censor conservatives before Romania’s vote. He refused, citing free speech and democracy concerns.

Pyth Network interface showcasing real-time financial data feeds across blockchain platforms

Web3 Exec: High-Speed Oracles Disrupting $50B Financial Data Industry

May 17, 2025 Dan K

High-speed Web3 oracles like Pyth are disrupting the $50B financial data industry, challenging legacy monopolies with real-time, affordable market feeds.