Brazil has signed a landmark law that allows authorities to channel crypto seized from criminal organizations directly into public security initiatives.
Kraken becomes the first crypto-native firm to secure a Federal Reserve master account, gaining direct access to the U.S. central bank’s core payment rails.
Fed Governor Christopher Waller said bitcoin and crypto remain largely separate from the traditional financial system, viewing their volatility as a market feature rather than a systemic risk.
President Donald Trump announced pro-bitcoin Kevin Warsh as his nominee to serve as chairman of the Federal Reserve, confirming speculation from prediction markets.