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Executives from Uniswap, Coinbase, and NYSE join SEC crypto regulation roundtable in Washington

SBF Cozies Up to Republican Party Amid Clemency Push

February 20, 2025 Dan K

SBF shifts to the GOP, slams Biden’s policies, as his parents push for a Trump pardon amid his 25-year sentence for FTX’s collapse and crypto scandal.

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Coinbase Pushes Congress to Grant CFTC Authority Over Spot Crypto Markets

February 19, 2025 Dan K

Coinbase urges Congress to grant CFTC oversight of crypto spot markets, challenging SEC control and pushing for clearer regulatory frameworks.

Bitrue exchange introduces USD1 stablecoin for crypto trading pairs

Tether Joins U.S. Stablecoin Regulation Talks

February 17, 2025 Dan K

Tether is engaging with U.S. lawmakers to shape stablecoin regulations under the STABLE Act, aiming for compliance while ensuring transparency and involvement.

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Aston Martin Aramco Partners with Coinbase in USDC-Paid Deal

February 14, 2025 Dan K

Aston Martin Aramco partners with Coinbase in a multi-year deal fully transacted in USDC, marking the first stablecoin-paid sponsorship in Formula One history.

A digital rendering of a Trump-branded virtual world with a metaverse marketplace and NFT trading hub.

South Korea’s FSC Unveils Three-Phase Plan for Corporate Crypto Trading

February 13, 2025 Dan K

South Korea’s FSC is launching a three-phase plan to allow corporate crypto trading, starting with exchanges, law enforcement, and non-profits in 2025.

Bitcoin price chart showing downward trend after US reserve announcement

Co-Founders of HashFlare Accept Wire FraudPlea Bargain with US

February 12, 2025 Dan K

HashFlare co-founders pleaded guilty to wire fraud in the US, agreeing to forfeit frozen digital assets. They face up to 20 years in prison after sentencing.

A digital representation of Ethereum transactions highlighting the Bybit hack and THORChain laundering.

Superstate Taps Plume Network for RWAfi Expansion

February 11, 2025 Dan K

Superstate partners with Plume Network to expand its RWAfi offerings, enabling institutional investors to access tokenized U.S. securities and DeFi yields.

A digital screen showing a hacked social media account, symbolizing cybersecurity threats in the crypto industry.

Tokyo-Listed Gaming Studio Gumi Acquires ¥1 Billion Worth of Bitcoin

February 11, 2025 Dan K

Tokyo-listed Gumi acquires ¥1 billion in Bitcoin to boost blockchain investments, join Babylon staking, and expand its Web3 and token management strategy.

Saudi Arabian officials and tech leaders announce a $14.9B AI investment at a technology conference in Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia Partners with Tech Giants in $14.9B AI Expansion

February 10, 2025 Dan K

Saudi Arabia has committed $14.9 billion to AI through global tech partnerships, including Google, Lenovo, and Alibaba, as it aims to become a regional AI hub.

A Bitcoin mining rig operating in Russia with digital security elements

Russian Bitcoin Miners Fear Sanctions as Government Registers Wallets

February 7, 2025 Dan K

Russian Bitcoin miners fear exposure to sanctions as the government compiles a registry containing wallet addresses and other sensitive data.