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Bitcoin whipsaws below $116k amid largest hourly correction in two weeks; risks of further pullback to $114k

President Donald Trump stated he heard Fed Chair Jerome Powell will cut interest rates in September, but the central banker denied that a decision has been made.

6 months ago

Culture

Algeria criminalizes all crypto activities with sweeping ban

Algeria's crypto prohibition toughens anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism efforts, despite global trends favoring integration.

6 months ago

Politics

Polymarket shows 96.3% odds of no rate cut next week despite Trump claiming Fed is ‘ready’ to ease

In addition to the rate cuts, the Polymarket odds on whether Powell will be out as chair by July 31 are trading around 1%.

6 months ago

Regulation

House recess over Epstein files standoff stalls crypto policy push until September

Dispute over Epstein files forces House to adjourn, delaying key crypto tax proposals and veterans blockchain study.

6 months ago

Regulation

US senators unveil a new draft bill to improve crypto regulation even further

Senator Lummis calls for regulatory reform to prevent American innovation from moving overseas.

6 months ago

Politics

UK government eyes £5 billion seized Bitcoin sale to manage fiscal shortfall

The UK government is considering selling billions in seized Bitcoin to fill budget gaps, but risks missing out on greater profits by not holding.

6 months ago

Regulation

Lawmakers to review Trump’s CFTC chair nominee ahead of full Senate vote

The Senate Agriculture Committee will assess Brian Quintenz for CFTC chair during a July 21 hearing ahead of a full vote on his appointment.

6 months ago

Adoption

New Donald Trump plan could unlock $9 trillion for crypto and end taxes on small Bitcoin payments

Proposed 401(k) access could channel billions into crypto as tax relief paves the way for Bitcoin’s practical use.

6 months ago

Crypto

IMF claims El Salvador is NOT buying Bitcoin but simply moving coins between wallets

El Salvador has consistently claimed to make daily Bitcoin purchases to grow its holdings to more than 6,200.

6 months ago

Crypto

US Marshalls ‘forfeited’ Bitcoin stash may be $20B smaller than estimated, raising eyebrows about reserve

Senator Lummis shocked US Marshalls may hold just 29,000 BTC, sparking speculation over Bitcoin holdings.

6 months ago

Adoption

El Salvador, Pakistan inaugurate diplomatic relations to collaborate on digital assets

Pakistan and El Salvador establish first-ever diplomatic ties, driven by innovative blockchain ambitions.

6 months ago

Politics

This small House Republican caucus held US stablecoin bill hostage until Trump cracked the whip

Trump brokers GOP truce to save 'Crypto Week' and secure progress on digital asset bills.

6 months ago

Politics News

Bitcoin whipsaws below $116k amid largest hourly correction in two weeks; risks of further pullback to $114k

Algeria criminalizes all crypto activities with sweeping ban

Polymarket shows 96.3% odds of no rate cut next week despite Trump claiming Fed is ‘ready’ to ease

House recess over Epstein files standoff stalls crypto policy push until September

US senators unveil a new draft bill to improve crypto regulation even further

UK government eyes £5 billion seized Bitcoin sale to manage fiscal shortfall

Lawmakers to review Trump’s CFTC chair nominee ahead of full Senate vote

New Donald Trump plan could unlock $9 trillion for crypto and end taxes on small Bitcoin payments

IMF claims El Salvador is NOT buying Bitcoin but simply moving coins between wallets

US Marshalls ‘forfeited’ Bitcoin stash may be $20B smaller than estimated, raising eyebrows about reserve

El Salvador, Pakistan inaugurate diplomatic relations to collaborate on digital assets

This small House Republican caucus held US stablecoin bill hostage until Trump cracked the whip

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Bitcoin whipsaws below $116k amid largest hourly correction in two weeks; risks of further pullback to $114k

Algeria criminalizes all crypto activities with sweeping ban

Polymarket shows 96.3% odds of no rate cut next week despite Trump claiming Fed is ‘ready’ to ease

House recess over Epstein files standoff stalls crypto policy push until September

US senators unveil a new draft bill to improve crypto regulation even further

UK government eyes £5 billion seized Bitcoin sale to manage fiscal shortfall

Lawmakers to review Trump’s CFTC chair nominee ahead of full Senate vote

New Donald Trump plan could unlock $9 trillion for crypto and end taxes on small Bitcoin payments

IMF claims El Salvador is NOT buying Bitcoin but simply moving coins between wallets

US Marshalls ‘forfeited’ Bitcoin stash may be $20B smaller than estimated, raising eyebrows about reserve

El Salvador, Pakistan inaugurate diplomatic relations to collaborate on digital assets

This small House Republican caucus held US stablecoin bill hostage until Trump cracked the whip

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