Japan’s GameStop? Metaplanet rides Bitcoin and bear bait into stock market mayhem

On May 23, Metaplanet pulled off a rare trifecta: it was the most traded stock in Japan, the day’s biggest loser, and still—somehow—remained one of the country’s top-performing equities. Once a modest hotel operator, the company is now a headline-grabbing… дальше »

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Major US banks weigh joint stablecoin to counter crypto threat: report

The country’s largest commercial banks are in early talks to create a jointly issued stablecoin, an effort aimed at defending their dominance in the payments ecosystem as cryptocurrency adoption and regulatory support grow under the Trump administration, The Wall Street Journal has reported. дальше »

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Pakistan forms new regulatory body to oversee blockchain and crypto

Pakistani lawmakers have endorsed the creation of a regulatory body to oversee the country’s blockchain-based financial infrastructure and digital asset ecosystem. Dubbed the Pakistan Digital Assets Authority (PDAA), the Ministry of Finance has approved its formation to supervise licensing, compliance,… дальше »

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Interview | UK crypto rules signal major shift: but will they deliver?

My wife was born in the United Kingdom and we’ve spent a lot of time visiting so I pay close attention to the country’s evolving stance on crypto. Now, with the UK’s draft Statutory Instrument on crypto regulation officially released,… дальше »

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Interview | What Canada’s 2025 election result means for crypto investors

As Canada’s political landscape resets following a closely watched federal election, the country’s approach to cryptocurrency policy is at a critical juncture. As a Canadian, I’ve been closely following how the outcome of the 2025 election would dictate the country’s… дальше »

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Tether brings gold-backed stablecoin to Thailand as inflation hedge demand grows

Tether has listed its gold-backed token XAUT on Maxbit, making the Thai platform the first in the country to offer access to the blockchain-based precious metal asset. Stablecoin issuer Tether is bringing its gold-backed token, Tether Gold (XAUT), to Thailand… дальше »

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Crypto.com gets green light in Canada with restricted dealer registration

This regulatory milestone enables the platform to continue offering crypto asset products and services across the country. The company is working toward getting its registration as an investment dealer and membership with the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). дальше »

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Taiwan lawmaker urges adding Bitcoin to national reserves

Taiwanese legislator Ko Ju-Chun has urged the government to consider including Bitcoin in its national reserves, alongside gold and foreign currencies.  Speaking at a national finance conference on May 9, Ko suggested allocating a small portion of the country’s reserve… дальше »

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Bitcoin approaches $100K as Trump teases major trade deal with “big” country

Bitcoin climbed to $98,933 on May 8, rising 2.6% in 24 hours, as markets reacted to President Donald Trump’s announcement of a coming trade agreement.  The surge follows a May 8 announcement on Truth Social by U.S. President Donald Trump,… дальше »

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Bhutan teams up with Binance for national tourism payment system

Bhutan has become the first nation to enable crypto payments for tourism at a national scale, partnering with Binance Pay and DK Bank. Bhutan, a landlocked country in south-central Asia, is now accepting crypto payments through a new national-level tourism… дальше »

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Breaking: Binance's CZ Proposes Crucial New BNB and BTC Use Case

Changpeng Zhao suggests using BNB and Bitcoin as basis for this country's crypto reserve дальше »

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Trump-backed World Liberty Financial partners with CZ, Pakistan to drive crypto adoption 

WLFI has partnered with Pakistan to enhance ‘blockchain innovation’ Agreement happened after CZ's recent appointment as a strategic crypto advisor to the country On 26 April, World LiberThe post Trump-backed World Liberty Financial partners with CZ, Pakistan to drive crypto adoption  appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Kuwait warns against illegal crypto mining after over 1,000 sites exposed in nationwide probe

The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior has issued a warning about illegal crypto mining in the country, calling on violators to cease their illegal activities or face legal consequences. The announcement, which was issued on April 22, stated that cryptocurrency mining… дальше »

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Brazil jails crypto scheme operators to a combined 171 years

Brazil’s federal court has sentenced three members of the collapsed crypto scheme Braiscompany to a combined 171 years in prison, marking one of the country’s harshest penalties in a financial fraud case. дальше »

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Singapore should treat crypto as infrastructure, not just risk: Coinbase

Singapore’s current tone of caution on crypto could limit its future competitiveness, Coinbase warned, urging a more ambitious national strategy. U.S.-based crypto exchange Coinbase has urged Singapore to take a bolder approach to digital assets, warning that the country could… дальше »

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Blocksquare and Vera Capital plan to tokenize $1b in US real estate

Blocksquare and Vera Capital are launching a $1 billion effort to bring U.S. real estate on-chain.  The partnership will tokenize a portfolio of commercial and multifamily properties across the country using Blocksquare’s blockchain-based infrastructure, according to a release shared with… дальше »

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China faces regulatory gap in handling seized crypto assets, relies on local firms: report

Seized cryptocurrencies are becoming a growing source of revenue for local Chinese governments, despite the country’s ban on crypto trading. As China‘s pile of seized cryptocurrencies continues to grow — thanks to a steady stream of illegal transactions — local… дальше »

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South Korea blocks 14 crypto exchanges—What’s behind the crackdown?

Apple blocked KuCoin, MEXC, and other crypto exchanges at the request of South Korea.  Last month, the country banned 17 crypto sites through Google.  South Korea has blocked 14 crypto excThe post South Korea blocks 14 crypto exchanges—What’s behind the crackdown? appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Swedish lawmakers urge finance minister to consider national Bitcoin reserve

This week, two Swedish lawmakers urged the country’s finance minister to consider adding Bitcoin to Sweden’s reserves. Sweden Democrat Member of the Riksdag Dennis Dioukarev and MP Rickard Nordin have issued open letters to Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson, pushing for… дальше »

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Japan’s FSA introduces new framework that divides crypto into two categories

Japan’s FSA has released a discussion paper on crypto regulations that seeks to categorize digital assets into two distinct categories. According to a recent report by Coinpost, the country’s Financial Services Agency has asked for public feedback regarding a discussion… дальше »

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U.S. House hearing reignites crypto regulation push, hopes for clarity ‘this year’

U.S. legislators are pushing for more clarity on crypto, in an effort to keep the crpyto industry in the country. дальше »

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Ukraine’s SEC proposes 23% total tax on crypto income

Ukraine’s securities regulator has proposed applying the country’s full personal income and military taxes to crypto gains, totaling 23%. Ukraine‘s Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed a 23% tax on individual income from crypto operations, consisting of an 18% personal… дальше »

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Binance Tax Evasion Trial Postponed as Nigerian Court Reviews Service Procedures

A Nigerian court has delayed proceedings in the tax evasion case involving Binance and two of its executives until April 30, allowing more time for the country’s tax authority to respond to a legal challenge raised by the cryptocurrency exchange. дальше »

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Pakistan Appoints Former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao To Stimulate Country’s Use of Crypto

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Trump tariffs could lower Bitcoin miner prices outside US, says mining exec

The Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs could collapse US demand for Bitcoin mining rigs, which would benefit mining operations outside the country as manufacturers will look outside the US to sell their surplus inventory for cheaper, says Hashlabs Mining CEO Jaran Mellerud. дальше »

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Crypto markets on edge as Trump threatens historic tariff hike on China

Trump is threatening new tariffs on China, which would bring the total tariff rate on goods from the country to 104%. дальше »

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Bitget secures full licensing in El Salvador for crypto services

Bitget has secured a key license in El Salvador, joining other crypto firms exploring the country’s growing appeal as a regulated hub for digital assets. Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has received a digital asset service provider license from El Salvador‘s National… дальше »

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Kyrgyzstan partners with Binance founder to boost blockchain infrastructure

The National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Changpeng Zhao. Zhao, the founder of Binance, signed the memorandum aimed at advancing the country’s cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem. According to the agreement, the… дальше »

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Galaxy Digital secures FCA approval to offer derivatives trading in the UK

Galaxy Digital says it received approval to offer derivatives trading from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority. The company will also expand its asset management and investment banking services in the country. дальше »

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UK trade bodies urge government to prioritize crypto and blockchain policy

A coalition of top UK digital economy trade groups has urged lawmakers to step up support for blockchain and digital assets by calling for a dedicated envoy and action plan to keep the country competitive. On 31 March, six trade… дальше »

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BlackRock CEO warns US debt could weaken dollar’s global role to Bitcoin

The U. S. risks losing its global financial dominance to Bitcoin if the country’s deficits keep growing, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned in his annual letter. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warns the U. дальше »

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Japan eyes stricter crypto rules targeting insider trading: report

Japan’s financial regulator is reportedly set to redefine crypto under financial law, subjecting it to new compliance requirements. Japan might be preparing to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products in a move to target insider trading, Nikkei has learned. The country’s… дальше »

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South Korea sees crypto investors top 16 million: report

According to data submitted to Rep. Cha Gyu-geun of the Rebuilding Korea Party, South Korea’s cryptocurrency investors reached 16. 29 million as of February. This figure represents nearly 32% of the country’s population. дальше »

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New Legislation Introduced in Panama to Turn the Country into a Crypto Hub

Key Takeaways: Panama plans to legalize voluntary crypto payments in commercial transactions. The bill establishes a regulatory regime for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). The potential of blockchain integration for The post New Legislation Introduced in Panama to Turn the Country into a Crypto Hub appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Canada’s global economic position at risk without crypto reforms, Coinbase warns

As Canada prepares to vote, Coinbase is calling on the next government to take crypto seriously, warning that without clear regulations, the country could lose its competitive edge. As Canada approaches a federal election, the country’s crypto future hangs in… дальше »

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Korean regulator bans Poloniex, KuCoin, MEXC in Google Play

Korean regulators have banned the Poloniex, KuCoin, and MEXC, as well as other 14 apps of crypto exhcanges from Google Play due to their unregistered operations in the country. South Korean authorities have restricted access to multiple foreign cryptocurrency exchange… дальше »

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Circle set to roll out USDC in Japan after securing FSA approval

Circle is set to launch its USDC stablecoin in Japan on 26 March, in partnership with SBI Holdings. SBI VC Trade, a subsidiary of SBI Holdings, will spearhead the initial launch of USDC in Japan on March 26, paving the way for the stablecoin’s broader integration across the country’s digital asset exchanges. The move marks […] дальше »

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Circle partners with Japan’s SBI Holdings to drive USDC adoption

Circle is bringing USDC to Japan through a partnership with SBI Holdings, marking a major step for stablecoin adoption in the country. According to a Mar. 25 press release statement, SBI VC Trade, a crypto exchange under SBI Holdings, will… дальше »

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Bitin shut down by Israeli regulator, hit with $460k fine

The Israeli financial markets regulator has shut down the crypto exchange Bitin for offering crypto trading services without the required license, reinforcing the country’s regulatory stance on crypto firms. дальше »

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Pakistan ramps up crypto-friendly efforts with plans for energy-efficient Bitcoin mining

Pakistan is pressing ahead with its crypto-friendly policies and plans to entice crypto mining operations and blockchain data centers to its shores. At the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council’s (PCC) first meeting on Friday, members discussed channeling the country’s surplus energy to mine Bitcoin and other Proof-of-Work coins. дальше »

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Pakistan eyes surplus power use for crypto mining: report

Pakistan is developing special electricity tariffs to attract cryptocurrency mining operations as part of a strategy to use the country’s surplus power generation capacity. According to a report by Dawn, the Power Division is consulting with various stakeholders to create… дальше »

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Does Bitcoin bring us closer to a ‘nuclear holocaust’?

State-supported North Korean hackers, using the Lazarus Group moniker, stole billions of dollars worth of crypto in less than ten years. Their operations made North Korea the fifth-biggest country in terms of Bitcoin holdings. According to the UN report, nearly… дальше »

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Bank of Korea: Bitcoin doesn’t meet foreign reserve standards

South Korea has no plans to incorporate Bitcoin in its foreign exchange reserves, according to the country’s central bank. On Mar. 16, local media outlet Yonhap reported that officials from the Bank of Korea ruled out adding Bitcoin (BTC) to… дальше »

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Pakistan unveils new ‘crypto council’ amid push for regulation

Pakistan wants to streamline crypto regulation and oversight. The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) will help align the country’s crypto ecosystem with global trends. Pakistan has established the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to oversee the adoption and regulation of blockchain technology and digital assets. дальше »

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Telegram founder Pavel Durov temporarily leaves France amid legal troubles, Toncoin surges

Telegram founder Pavel Durov, detained in France since last August, was granted temporary permission to leave the country for Dubai. Agence France Presse (AFP) first reported the news on Saturday. Shortly afterward, the cryptocurrency market reacted. Toncoin (TON), the digital… дальше »

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Toncoin soars after France returns Telegram founder’s passport

Toncoin price surged more than 18% after Telegram founder Pavel Durov got approval to leave France. As the Telegram and Toncoin community celebrated, TON price rose to highs of $3. 48. Toncoin (TON) price rose sharply after Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who has been under judicial scrutiny in France, reportedly received permission to leave the country. дальше »

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Bolivia turns to crypto for fuel trade amid US dollar shortage

Bolivia has authorized its state-run energy company, YPFB, to use crypto for fuel imports as the country struggles with a worsening dollar shortage and fuel crisis. The government approved the move to sustain fuel subsidies and secure essential energy supplies amid declining foreign currency reserves. дальше »

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Bolivia’s YPFB adopts cryptocurrency for energy imports as fuel and dollar shortages worsen

Bolivia is facing a serious economic issue as the country has a severe lack of dollars and gasoline, forcing the state energy agency YPFB to use cryptocurrencies for energy imports. According to Reuters, a YPFB official acknowledged that the decision comes as Bolivia’s foreign currency reserves plummet due to years of low natural gas exports. […] дальше »

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India’s FIU Approves Coinbase, Millions of Customers Benefit from Increased Competition

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Russian central bank proposes 3-year crypto trial for select investors

The Bank of Russia has proposed a three-year experimental legal framework that would allow a limited group of investors to trade cryptocurrencies, marking a potential shift in the country’s digital asset regulations. дальше »

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