PayPal Targets Cross-Border Commerce with 100-Crypto Checkout Tool
PayPal’s new crypto payment feature aims to simplify international transactions for US SMEs, supporting over 100 digital assets—including USDT, USDC, and Solana.
FHFA’s Crypto Mortgage Plan Draws Senate Democrats’ Scrutiny
Key Democrats in the US Senate are pressing the FHFA on its plan to allow cryptocurrency as a factor in mortgage approvals.
Metaplanet Acquires 780 More BTC for $92.5M, Boosting Holdings to $2B
Metaplanet has expanded its Bitcoin portfolio with the purchase of an additional 780 BTC for approximately $92.5 million, reinforcing its bullish stance on the cryptocurrency.
Ethereum’s Rally Accelerates as Big Money Flows In
Ethereum is charging toward $4,000, fueled by a wave of institutional buying and record derivatives activity.
Novogratz’s Warning: ETH Supply Crunch Imminent—$4,000 in Sight
Investors take note: Galaxy Digital’s Michael Novogratz warns that Ethereum’s shrinking supply and corporate buying sprees could ignite a major rally.
Hong Kong Bans Unlicensed Stablecoin Promotions—Jail Time Possible
Hong Kong is taking a hardline stance against unregulated stablecoin promotions, with a new law taking effect August 1 that could land violators in jail for up to six months.
Anchorage Digital and Ethena Labs Pioneer GENIUS-Compliant Stablecoin in US
Anchorage Digital Bank is set to make history by issuing Ethena Labs’ USDtb—the first stablecoin designed for compliance with the GENIUS Act.
FTX to Release $1.9B to Creditors Starting Sept. 30
FTX’s next creditor payout is set for September 30, with $1.9 billion approved for distribution after court-approved reserve cuts. The record date is August 15, but the exact payout amount remains unclear.
CoinShares Obtains French MiCA License
CoinShares, a leading European digital asset investment firm, has been granted a license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA), marking a key milestone in its regulatory compliance efforts.
Ethereum ETFs Add $534M as Traders Eye ETH Rally Extension
Another $534 million poured into US spot Ethereum ETFs on Tuesday, fueling speculation that ETH’s rally has legs.
No More Ransoms: UK Draws Line Against Cyber Extortion
The UK is putting ransomware gangs on notice—public sector bodies and critical infrastructure operators will soon be barred from paying their demands.
Bitwise’s ETF Hopes Hang in Limbo After SEC Pauses Approval
Bitwise’s plan to convert its crypto index fund into an ETF hit a snag after the SEC approved—then quickly paused—the move, creating uncertainty for investors.
Senate GOP Drafts Market Structure Bill
The battle for crypto regulation is heating up—Senate Republicans just unveiled their draft bill, setting the stage for a potential compromise with the House.
BitGo’s IPO Plans Signal Crypto’s Next Growth Phase
BitGo is preparing for a US IPO, filing confidentially with the SEC in a bid to enter public markets.
Saylor’s MicroStrategy Buys the Dip with $740M Bitcoin Splurge
Even as Bitcoin retreated from its $122K peak last week, MicroStrategy went shopping—adding 6,220 BTC ($739.8M) to its massive stockpile.
