Technology
BNY to bring transfer agency records onchain in blockchain push
BNY is launching a blockchain-based transfer agency platform as the bank expands its digital asset infrastructure and moves core financial records onchain.
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Regulation
Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism
Russian authorities have formally charged Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, with aiding terrorism, according to a report by CoinDesk published on July 29, 2026. The charges represent a significant escalation in the Russian government's legal pursuit of Durov, who has long maintained a contentious relationship
Macro
Breaking: Oil Prices Spike 5% as US-Saudi Strikes Iran-Aligned Targets in Iraq, Bitcoin Slips
Oil prices surged 5% on Wednesday after the US and Saudi Arabia forces carried out joint strikes against Iran-aligned militant groups in Iraq. US stock futures erased gains and Bitcoin price slipped as Iran launched a surprise attack on US forces in the Middle East. Ad Ad US-Saudi Arabia Confirms St
Security
Crypto hacks hit record high in H1 2026 as losses top $1 billion, Blockaid says
Ethereum and Solana projects lost the most during the first half of 2026, at $332 million and $326 million, respectively.
Regulation
BlackRock, Fidelity, other Wall Street giants back the Clarity Act
Major Wall Street institutions, including BlackRock and Fidelity, have formally thrown their support behind the Clarity Act, a piece of U.S. legislation aimed at establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets. The backing from some of the largest asset managers in the world marks a significant moment of
Market
Bitmine Nears Goal of Controlling 5% of Ethereum Supply With $11.8 Billion Treasury
The company says it now holds 5.79 million ETH, equal to 4.8% of the cryptocurrency's circulating supply, while expanding its staking operations and share buyback program.
Technology
USDC issuer Circle to acquire nearly 1,000 IBM blockchain patents
IBM’s blockchain portfolio includes more than 680 patent families and nearly 1,000 issued patents worldwide, with a particular focus in supply chain applications.
Security
SparkKitty malware hidden in mobile apps scans photos for crypto wallet seed phrases
Check Point detailed SparkKitty, malware hidden in mobile apps that scans photos to steal cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases.
Exchange
STORJ token falls 20% as decentralized storage firm files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid crypto shutdown wave
STORJ dropped 19% to $0.06 after Storj Labs filed voluntary Chapter 11 on July 26 to resolve legacy liabilities.
Regulation
Thailand's SEC Files Criminal Complaint Against Bitkub Over Undisclosed $47M Hack
The regulator says the exchange and two former directors left a $47 million theft out of its filings in 2021.
Technology
South Korea’s largest bank to launch payment service on JPMorgan’s Kinexys
South Korea’s largest lender will use JPMorgan’s blockchain platform to support US dollar cross-border payments for import and export businesses across 10 countries.
Exchange
Crypto exchange BitMart to shut down after nine years, BMX token crashes 58%
Crypto exchange BitMart has announced it will shut down operations after nine years in business, sending its native BMX token into freefall with a 58% price crash following the news. The platform, which had served millions of users across global markets, confirmed the closure without providing a specific final shutdown