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SpaceX reveals larger-than-expected Bitcoin holdings in IPO filing
SpaceX is expected to go public next month, which would make its 18,712 Bitcoin holdings rank seventh among public companies.
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Federal Reserve proposes limited master accounts long pursued by crypto firms
The Federal Reserve has announced a proposal to offer limited master accounts to cryptocurrency firms, marking a significant policy shift that could provide digital asset companies with direct access to the central bank's payment systems. The proposal, released Tuesday, outlines specific criteria and restrictions for crypto firms seeking
Regulation
US Treasury Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Over Crypto-Fueled Fentanyl Trafficking
Members linked to the Sinaloa Cartel responsible for turning cash from drug proceeds into crypto were added to the sanctions list.
Technology
Kik founder’s latest app Flipcash first to tap Coinbase’s stablecoin-as-a-service platform
Coinbase rolled out its Custom Stablecoin platform in late 2025 to enable companies to launch branded stablecoins.
Exchange
Arbitrum-based derivatives venue Variational raises $50 million Series A led by Dragonfly
Variational is positioning itself as a retail-friendly brokerage via its in-development Omni app, which will offer "zero-fee" trading.
Security
Nearly 10% of Bitcoin supply is ‘structurally unsafe’ from quantum breakthrough: Glassnode
Analytics provider Glassnode identified 10% of Bitcoin supply as structurally exposed to a quantum breakthrough, underscoring the need for a quantum-proof implementation such as BIP-360.
Regulation
EU opens MiCA consultation to review if crypto framework is still fit for purpose
The European Union has launched a public consultation to assess whether its Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation remains adequate for governing the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector. The consultation, announced on May 20, 2026, invites stakeholders to provide feedback on the framework's effectiveness and identify potential areas for improvement
Technology
Catena Labs lands $30 million Series A, files for national trust bank charter to underpin agentic finance
Sean Neville's Catena Labs closed a $30 million Series A to build governed infrastructure for AI agent financial transactions.
Exchange
MoneyGram named ‘anchor remittance validator’ for Stripe-backed Tempo blockchain
MoneyGram will help validate remittance transactions on the Layer 1 blockchain and integrate stablecoin settlement for its global flows.
Regulation
Singapore revokes crypto payment license of Bsquared over regulatory breaches
MAS found deficiencies in Bsquared’s risk management and conflict-of-interest policies, and that the firm had provided false or misleading information to the regulator on multiple occasions.
Regulation
Bank of England outlines tokenization, stablecoin vision for UK finance
The central bank plans to publish draft rules for systemic sterling stablecoins next month and finalize them by the end of this year.
Regulation
Despite Trump’s pledge, a CBDC is being explored behind closed doors, says former CTFC chair
A former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) chair has revealed that despite President Trump's public opposition to a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), federal agencies continue exploring the digital dollar concept behind closed doors. The unnamed former official disclosed these ongoing discussions during a recent industry conference, suggesting