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Investigation Launched into Trump-Associated WLFI's $500M UAE Investment

House Democrats are probing a substantial investment linked to Trump’s company, seeking clarity on its implications for national security.

Bitcoin

Timing of Credit Stress Could Influence Bitcoin Accumulation Phase

The current US economic challenges may impact Bitcoin's price in the coming months, with analysts predicting a potential accumulation phase amid rising credit stress.

Crypto

Concerns Raised by New York Officials About GENIUS Act's Impact on Stablecoin Regulation

New York prosecutors express worries that the GENIUS Act may inadvertently allow fraud in the stablecoin market.

News

Bhutan to Launch Sei Validator to Enhance Tokenization Efforts

Bhutan is set to implement a Sei Network validator in Q1, emphasizing its ongoing digital transformation and potential future projects in tokenization.

Crypto

A Clash of Trust: Central Banks versus Bitcoin at Davos

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, discussions arose over whether confidence in money should stem from established institutions or decentralized Bitcoin.

Crypto

Ripple Receives Regulatory Green Light in the UK via Local Subsidiary

Ripple secures approval as an Electronic Money Institution in the UK, while facing restrictions on some crypto activities.

Crypto Regulations

David Sacks Highlights New Regulatory Leaders as a Dream Team for Crypto Oversight

David Sacks emphasizes the importance of recent appointments in shaping the future of digital asset regulations in the U.S.

Business

Bhutan Announces Plan to Utilize 10,000 Bitcoin for Gelephu Mindfulness City Development

Bhutan's government reveals its intention to deploy 10,000 Bitcoin to fund the construction of the Gelephu Mindfulness City, aiming to boost economic opportunities and retain its youth.

News

Crypto Initiatives in CAR Linked to Elite Control and Crime: New Report

A report reveals that the Central African Republic's cryptocurrency efforts have enriched elites while exposing citizens to foreign criminal influences.

News

UK Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Bank of England's Stablecoin Regulation

A group of UK parliamentarians warns that proposed stablecoin regulations by the Bank of England may lead innovation to migrate overseas.

Crypto

Bitcoin's Path to $100,000: A Significant Dependence on Federal Reserve Moves

The potential for Bitcoin to reach $100,000 by New Year's Eve hinges on how investors respond to the Federal Reserve's policy changes and the escalating debt within the tech sector.

News

New EU Strategy Enhances ESMA's Role in Crypto Regulation

The European Commission has unveiled plans to extend the European Securities and Markets Authority's oversight over cryptocurrency firms and trading platforms, aiming to improve EU market competitiveness against the US.

Finance

Atkins: SEC Poised to Propel Crypto Regulations by 2026

Paul Atkins, chair of the SEC, asserts the agency's capability to advance regulations for cryptocurrency without Congressional input, anticipating an exemption for innovators within a month.

Financial Analysis

Bitcoin Plummets to $84K: Is Japan's Bond Market to Blame or Are There Deeper Issues?

The decline of Bitcoin to $84,000 is primarily attributed to concerns surrounding US dollar stablecoins, a faltering global economic outlook, and other factors unrelated to Japan's bond market pressures.

Finance

Polish President Rejects Controversial Crypto Legislation, Citing Protection of Freedoms

Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a contentious cryptocurrency bill, stating it could limit innovation and pose a threat to individual freedoms.

News

Wemade collaborates with partners to advance KRW stablecoin initiative following challenges

Wemade has formed the GAKS alliance, comprising Chainalysis, CertiK, and SentBe, to support the mainnet for a compliant KRW stablecoin after facing various obstacles.

News

Uzbekistan Approves Stablecoins for Payments Under New Regulatory Framework

Uzbekistan is set to implement stablecoins as a legitimate payment method starting January 2026 through a newly established regulatory sandbox.

Crypto

Revised SEC 2025 Strategy Aims to Enhance Crypto Regulation Clarity

The SEC's 2025 agenda seeks to establish clearer regulations and strengthen oversight for the cryptocurrency sector, potentially affecting global regulations.