Security
70% of all crypto wrench attacks happen in France: Report
Centralized data collection is a honeypot for hackers and organized criminals looking to target crypto holders and their families, according to Bitcoiners.
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Macro
Bitcoin heads higher as President Trump announces Iran peace agreement
Bitcoin surged following President Trump's announcement of a comprehensive peace agreement with Iran, with the cryptocurrency climbing over 8% in the hours after the diplomatic breakthrough was revealed. The world's largest digital asset jumped from $67,200 to $72,600 within six hours of Trump'
Regulation
FTX’s former law firm, auditor agree to pay $66 million to settle customer claims over fraud
The law firm, Fenwick & West, denied wrongdoing and still faces a separate $525 million suit in Washington that is not covered by Friday's deal.
Exchange
Binance denies new WSJ report alleging $850M in Iran-linked transactions
Binance CEO Richard Teng denied a new WSJ report alleging $850 million in Iran-linked transactions flowed through the exchange to the IRGC.
Regulation
ECB pushes back on euro stablecoin proposals, citing financial stability risks
The ECB warned EU finance ministers that expanding euro stablecoin issuance could weaken bank lending and complicate monetary policy.
Market
Bitcoin tanks to $74,300 as spot ETFs bleed $2.26 billion in two weeks
Bitcoin experienced a significant decline, dropping to $74,300 amid substantial outflows from spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds. The leading cryptocurrency has faced selling pressure as spot ETFs recorded net outflows totaling $2.26 billion over a two-week period, marking one of the most pronounced withdrawal phases since these investment vehicles
Regulation
SEC approves Nasdaq to list Bitcoin index options on the exchange
The cash-settled, European-style contracts will trade under the ticker QBTC on Phlx, but still require CFTC approval before trading can begin.
Regulation
Japan Reveal AI and Blockchain Finance Plan to Protect Digital Yen Sovereignty
The post Japan Reveal AI and Blockchain Finance Plan to Protect Digital Yen Sovereignty appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has reveal a new national strategy focused on stablecoins, tokenized banking, and AI-powered digital payments. Called the “Ne
Macro
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair, as traders forecast rate hikes in 2026
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly said he wants the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, but investors forecast no chance of a rate cut in 2026.
Regulation
SEC delays tokenized asset exemption amid concerns over third-party tokens: Bloomberg Law
The SEC has delayed its plan for an anticipated exemption that would clarify the agency's stance on tokenized assets, Bloomberg Law reported.
Regulation
New strategic bitcoin reserve bill drops 1 million BTC purchase target, adds 20-year lockup period
The bill would require quarterly public proof-of-reserve disclosures and third-party audits of government bitcoin holdings.
Regulation
Crypto, Banks, Policy Experts Press Congress to Modernize Bank Secrecy Act
A House subcommittee hearing exposed a divide over how far to scale back the 1970-era anti-money laundering law as Trump expands its reach.