Kraken Gets EU-Wide Crypto License Through Ireland
Cryptocurrency platform Kraken has received a major regulatory approval in Ireland, allowing it to operate across Europe.
Barclays Restricts Credit Card Crypto Purchases Amid Regulatory Concerns
Barclays has announced it will block cryptocurrency transactions on its Barclaycard credit cards effective this Friday, citing investor protection concerns.
Japan Proposes Classifying Crypto as Financial Products
Japan is rolling out the red carpet for crypto. In a major policy shift, regulators have proposed treating digital assets like stocks—clearing the path for ETFs and slashing taxes from a punishing 55% to a flat 20%.
Turkish Crypto Users Face New Transfer Restrictions
Turkish cryptocurrency holders should prepare for major changes to transaction processes. Under upcoming regulations:
Bank of Korea Calls for Phased Stablecoin Implementation, Starting with Banks
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has proposed a structured framework for stablecoin issuance, with regulated banks serving as the initial gatekeepers.
What Are ERC-20 Tokens?
ERC-20 stands for “Ethereum Request for Comments 20”. It is a technical standard used for smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain.
MicroStrategy Acquires $26M in BTC
MicroStrategy added just 245 BTC ($26M) last week as Bitcoin prices tumbled on geopolitical fears—marking its smallest purchase since March.
Crypto Funds See $1.2B Inflows Amid Market Volatility: CoinShares
Despite sharp price declines in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether, cryptocurrency investment products saw strong demand last week, attracting significant inflows.
Institutional DeFi Gains Momentum as Anchorage Adds Uniswap Support
As institutional interest in DeFi grows, Anchorage Digital is integrating Uniswap into its Porto wallet, allowing regulated players to tap into decentralized liquidity pools securely.
Thailand Proposes New Rules for Exchange-Issued Tokens
Thailand’s SEC is seeking feedback on regulations to let exchanges and insiders issue utility tokens—with a catch: mandatory disclosure of issuer ties to prevent market abuse.
Coinbase Chooses Luxembourg as EU Gateway with MiCA License
Coinbase has secured a MiCA license from Luxembourg’s financial watchdog, positioning itself as a fully regulated player in the EU crypto market.
Texas Goes All-In on Bitcoin with New State Treasury Law
Texas is making history—Governor Greg Abbott has signed SB21, officially adding Bitcoin to the state’s financial reserves with the creation of the Texas Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
Byreal Launches with Strategic Support from Bybit on Solana
BUDAPEST, Hungary, 21st June 2025, Chainwire
South Korean Regulators Propose Crypto ETF Roadmap, But Final Rules Pending
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) has drafted a plan to permit spot crypto ETFs, with implementation expected in late 2025.
Bitcoin Innovation Stalls as Transaction Volume Collapses
Bitcoin’s much-hyped “evolution” appears to have stalled, with network activity crashing to 18-month lows and remaining 50% below last year’s peaks.
