Big news just hit the crypto scene in the U.S.—and it could seriously reshape how Americans buy and sell digital assets. As of August 4, 2025, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially approved spot crypto trading on exchanges already under its jurisdiction, such as CME and CBOE. These platforms, until now, were limited…
While much of the crypto spotlight often shines overseas, a major regulatory development is unfolding in the UK. This week, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) named Anurag Bajaj—formerly a global payments and fintech executive at Standard Chartered—as its new senior adviser. His mission? To help drive the integration of digital assets into the UK’s evolving…
A fresh surge of institutional momentum is zeroing in on Bitcoin. Syz Capital—the alternative investments division of Syz Group, which oversees $2 billion in assets—has announced it will reopen its BTC Alpha fund on October 1, 2025, with a target raise exceeding 2,000 BTC (around $200 million). This isn’t just another fund launch. It’s poised…
A stealthy and dangerous threat called JSCEAL is hitting crypto users right now—and it spreads through fake online ads. First spotted by security researchers, JSCEAL has already deployed hundreds of fake crypto wallet and exchange apps to unsuspecting users, using clever ads in browsers to lure downloads. Once installed, JSCEAL uses a Node.js payload to…
El Salvador just made crypto history—again. Starting August 5, 2025, both individuals and businesses can now use Bitcoin to pay taxes on digital products. That means purchases like apps, NFTs, e-books, or any online service can now be taxed in BTC. This isn’t just a small policy tweak—it’s the first time a country officially allows…
For most people, Google Wallet has been a simple tool—for sending money, storing cards, or paying on the go. But starting today, it’s stepping into much bigger territory. U.S. users can now buy and hold tokenized stocks—like Amazon, Tesla, and Meta—right alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum, all in one streamlined app. This isn’t just a flashy…
Microsoft quietly made a big move today in crypto. The company announced a new custodial service designed for institutional investors, offering a secure way to hold large amounts of digital assets. This isn’t just another wallet provider—it’s Microsoft positioning itself squarely in the world of serious crypto infrastructure. And it comes at a time when…
Imagine grabbing your morning coffee and never realizing that a digital stablecoin helped complete the payment behind the scenes. That’s becoming reality—starting this month, Visa has begun piloting a new system that enables five major retailers to settle transactions using USD Coin (USDC), a widely recognized and reliable stablecoin tied to the U.S. dollar. It…
The crypto market stumbled today amid a broader wave of financial uncertainty. A surprise move by U.S. trade officials to raise tariffs on imported goods triggered a dip in investor confidence, shaking global markets and sparking a risk-off mood. As traditional investors pulled back, digital assets felt the pressure. Bitcoin slipped toward $115,000, Ethereum saw…