A high-profile cryptocurrency executive is emerging as a formidable challenger to Asia’s traditional banking establishment, escalating tensions between decentralized finance innovators and legacy financial institutions. As digital asset platforms expand lending, payments, and cross-border transfer services, established banks are pushing back with regulatory pressure and competitive countermeasures. The conflict underscores a broader structural shift in… Continue reading Crypto Disruptor Challenges Asia’s Banking Giants, Redefining the Financial Power Balance
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Ethereum at a Crossroads: Leadership Debate Emerges as Political Winds Shift
A senior Ethereum developer’s proposal for stronger leadership at the Ethereum Foundation has sparked debate about the future direction of the world’s second-largest blockchain network. The suggestion comes amid shifting political dynamics in the United States and expectations of a more favorable regulatory climate for digital assets. After years of emphasizing decentralization and technical development… Continue reading Ethereum at a Crossroads: Leadership Debate Emerges as Political Winds Shift
Bitcoin Slides Below $70,000, Erasing Post-Election Surge
Bitcoin has fallen below the critical $70,000 level, surrendering all gains recorded after the 2024 U.S. presidential election. The decline reflects mounting pressure on speculative assets as investors respond to tighter liquidity expectations, reduced institutional inflows and broad market risk aversion. Other major cryptocurrencies have also retreated, amplifying losses across the digital-asset sector. Analysts attribute… Continue reading Bitcoin Slides Below $70,000, Erasing Post-Election Surge
White House Talks Stall as U.S. Crypto Regulation Faces Ongoing Deadlock
A high-level White House meeting aimed at advancing U.S. cryptocurrency legislation concluded without a breakthrough, highlighting persistent regulatory gridlock in the rapidly evolving digital asset sector. Policymakers and industry stakeholders debated frameworks for investor protection, taxation, and stablecoin oversight, yet disagreements over jurisdictional authority and market safeguards remain unresolved. The stalemate underscores the tension between… Continue reading White House Talks Stall as U.S. Crypto Regulation Faces Ongoing Deadlock
U.S. President Says He Was Unaware of Family’s $500 Million Abu Dhabi Cryptocurrency Deal
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly denied any knowledge of a $500 million cryptocurrency investment reportedly involving his family and a prominent Abu Dhabi investor. The transaction, alleged to involve a significant stake in a digital asset venture, drew scrutiny due to its timing near Trump’s second inauguration in 2025 and its association with a… Continue reading U.S. President Says He Was Unaware of Family’s $500 Million Abu Dhabi Cryptocurrency Deal
Cryptocurrency Payments Gain Ground in the U.S., Signaling Shift in Consumer Finance
Cryptocurrency is steadily moving from the fringes of finance into everyday commerce in the United States, according to new industry research supported by PayPal. The findings suggest a growing number of American merchants are either accepting or preparing to accept digital currencies, driven largely by rising consumer demand and evolving payment technology. Businesses view crypto… Continue reading Cryptocurrency Payments Gain Ground in the U.S., Signaling Shift in Consumer Finance
Indian-Origin Duo Arrested in US for Multi-Million Dollar Money Laundering Scheme Involving Gold and Crypto
Two Indian-origin men have been apprehended in the United States in connection with a sophisticated money laundering operation that exploited victims using gold and cryptocurrency payments. Authorities allege that the accused orchestrated a large-scale scam, coercing individuals into transferring funds and assets, including gold bars and digital currency, under fraudulent pretenses. This case highlights the… Continue reading Indian-Origin Duo Arrested in US for Multi-Million Dollar Money Laundering Scheme Involving Gold and Crypto
Brian Armstrong’s Banking Showdown Signals a New Phase in the Crypto–Finance Power Struggle
The growing tension between cryptocurrency firms and traditional financial institutions has found a central figure in Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong. As digital assets gain mainstream adoption, Armstrong has increasingly positioned himself as a vocal critic of legacy banking systems, arguing that crypto offers a more transparent, efficient and inclusive financial infrastructure. His stance has drawn… Continue reading Brian Armstrong’s Banking Showdown Signals a New Phase in the Crypto–Finance Power Struggle
U.S. Senate Panel Passes Crypto Regulation Bill, Advancing CFTC Oversight Framework
In a landmark development for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, the Senate Agriculture Committee on Jan. 29 advanced the Digital Commodity Intermediaries Act by a narrow 12–11 party-line vote, marking the first time a crypto market-structure bill has cleared a Senate panel. The legislation aims to clarify regulatory authority over digital asset markets by… Continue reading U.S. Senate Panel Passes Crypto Regulation Bill, Advancing CFTC Oversight Framework
U.S. Treasury Targets Iranian-Linked Crypto Platforms in Landmark Sanctions Move
The U.S. Treasury Department has expanded its sanctions framework into the digital asset space, designating cryptocurrency exchanges allegedly linked to Iran’s financial networks. The move marks a significant evolution in enforcement strategy, reflecting growing concerns that digital platforms are being used to bypass traditional banking restrictions. Officials argue that certain virtual asset service providers have… Continue reading U.S. Treasury Targets Iranian-Linked Crypto Platforms in Landmark Sanctions Move