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Crypto's banker adversaries didn't want to deal in latest White House meeting on bill
The White House had instructed crypto executives and bankers to come ready to compromise, but bankers maintained their call for a ban on stablecoin yields.
What to expect at CoinDesk's Consensus Hong Kong 2026
Consensus Hong Kong kicks off on Wednesday with speeches from the city's chief executive and the head of its markets regulator.
Takaichi Triumph: Japan’s record 56,000 Nikkei surge sends bitcoin to $72,000, gold past $5,000
Japanese mandate sparks surge in equities and safe havens.
Previewing policy at Consensus Hong Kong 2026: State of Crypto
The CoinDesk crew is back in Hong Kong, with policymakers and policy-users alike.
Galaxy Digital shares jump 18% after company approves $200 million buyback
The repurchase plan follows a volatile earnings week and signals confidence in the firm’s balance sheet.
Crypto's eligibility for 401k retirement funds is under fire after brutal market rout wipes out $2 trillion
"401ks exist to help people save for a secure retirement, not gamble on speculative assets," said an industry observer.
Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, prepares to issue crypto-backed loans
Russia’s biggest bank said it plans to offer loans secured by cryptocurrency following a pilot deal with a mining firm, with legislation expected by mid-2026.
China expands crypto crackdown to stablecoins, asset tokenization
The set of new rules reaffirm China’s hardline stance on crypto and impose restrictions on tokenized real-world assets and overseas issuance of yuan stablecoins.
U.S. Treasury's Bessent calls out crypto 'nihilists' resisting market structure bill
Treasury Secretary Bessent said market participants who don't want strong regulation should "move to El Salvador."
Solana Foundation's Liu: Focus on finance, not gaming 'misadventures'
Liu’s remarks come as cryptocurrencies plunge and other industry leaders are narrowing their own visions for blockchain utility.
