Crypto policy gains momentum as pro-crypto candidates sweep Congress

The rise of pro-crypto lawmakers may lead to favorable regulations, potentially boosting innovation and investment in digital assets. The post Crypto policy gains momentum as pro-crypto candidates sweep Congress appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Coinbase’s $75 million election gamble: could it change the course of US crypto policy?

Coinbase’s CEO Brian Armstrong has placed a significant political bet on shaping US crypto policy, positioning his company as one of the top corporate donors in the 2024 election. As the regulatory landscape tightens under the scrutiny of SEC Chair Gary Gensler, Armstrong, and his team have invested millions in Washington to advocate for favorable […] дальше »

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Microsoft’s Risky Dance with Bitcoin – Why They Shouldn’t Ignore Big Daddy BTC

The software behemoth is slated to vote on whether it should assess Bitcoin as an investment option—a vote prompted by a proposal from the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR). The stakes? Quite high. дальше »

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Bitcoin as a US strategic reserve asset could create ‘monetary stability’ – BPI

Bitcoin’s maturity as a decentralized digital asset has spurred discussions on its role within national reserves, drawing interest from US policymakers. Bitcoin’s evolution from an experimental asset to a recognized financial instrument provides new strategic avenues for economic stability, geopolitical resilience, and energy policy. дальше »

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Microsoft risks shareholder lawsuit if it ignores Bitcoin and prices rise — NCPPR

Microsoft has a “fiduciary duty” to do what is in the financial interests of shareholders and knocking back Bitcoin could go against those interests, a policy research center executive explained. дальше »

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a16z crypto backs Fairshake PACs with $23 million for pro-crypto policy in 2026 midterms

A16z donates $23M to Fairshake for crypto policy support, fostering bipartisan legislative backing for digital asset regulations. The post a16z crypto backs Fairshake PACs with $23 million for pro-crypto policy in 2026 midterms appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Off The Grid Goes Off the Rails

Off The Grid, a third-person battle royale shooter has dropped character skins inspired by U.S. presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, complete with voice lines that nod to real-world policy debates and each candidate’s signature style. дальше »

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A16z pledges $23m to Fairshake for 2026 mid-terms

Andreessen Horowitz’s digital asset division, a16z crypto, said it would provide $23 million to support digital asset policy formation after the U.S. generation elections. дальше »

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Pakistan moves to legalize crypto as government signals shift in financial policy

Pakistan moves to legalize crypto as the government proposes amendments to the SBP Act, signaling a shift in its financial policy. According to a report by The Express Tribune, the amendments would allow the SBP to issue digital currency and… дальше »

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Arthur Hayes says Solana is a high-beta Bitcoin amid US elections

Arthur Hayes labels Solana as a high-beta Bitcoin amid elections, emphasizing its appeal over Ethereum and impact of Fed's policy. The post Arthur Hayes says Solana is a high-beta Bitcoin amid US elections appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Trump’s VP pick JD Vance owns up to $500,000 in Bitcoin

Vance's Bitcoin investment signals potential for increased crypto advocacy and policy shifts in a future Trump administration. The post Trump’s VP pick JD Vance owns up to $500,000 in Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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U.S. Added Just 12K Jobs in October, Far Short of 113K Expected

The October employment numbers are among the last pieces of economic data the Fed will see prior to its policy setting meeting next week. дальше »

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SEC crackdown continues with Immutable latest to receive Wells Notice

The SEC has issued a Wells notice to blockchain gaming platform Immutable in what has become a widespread crackdown on crypto companies ahead of the US election. Immutable said in an Oct. 31 blog post that the move is the latest instance of the SEC’s “regulation-by-enforcement” policy targeting the crypto industry. дальше »

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Trump reaffirms support for Bitcoin on Satoshi’s whitepaper anniversary

Former President Donald Trump marked the 16th anniversary of the Bitcoin (BTC) whitepaper with a pledge to end the “war on crypto,” presenting a stark alternative to current policy as he seeks support from crypto advocates ahead of the Nov. дальше »

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Reddit offloads majority of its Bitcoin holdings: Here’s what happened

Reddit divested most crypto holdings before Bitcoin's recent surge, raising timing questions. A new investment policy restricted future cryptocurrency purchases to approved assets only. In aThe post Reddit offloads majority of its Bitcoin holdings: Here’s what happened appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Industry-Funded Polls Back Crypto Message: They Have Enough Voters to Make a Splash

The latest crypto election poll illustrates — according to its industry sponsor — that single-issue crypto voters exist. That's a point the industry has been seeking to score for months, and its potential ramifications in future Washington policy discussions could run deep. дальше »

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Robinhood challenges Polymarket with election-linked contracts for US presidential race

Robinhood is broadening its offerings to attract more users by introducing investment contracts linked to the outcome of the November US Presidential election, according to an Oct. 28 statement. Event-based derivatives trading allows investors to speculate on specific occurrences, such as election outcomes or economic policy announcements, without purchasing related assets. дальше »

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Crypto Policy Didn't Occupy the Spotlight in Elections in Austria, Georgia

Elections in Georgia were more focused on whether or not the country should align further with the European Union. дальше »

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Hong Kong issues dual-track policy for AI adoption in finance

Hong Kong’s FSTB has unveiled a balanced AI policy approach for finance while the SFC preps new crypto OTC regulations.

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Биткоин может стать резервным активом центральных банков: исследование

Bitcoin Policy Institute указывает на растущую роль криптовалюты в глобальной финансовой системе. По данным организации, в первом квартале 2024 года центральные банки хранят золото на сумму $2,2 трлн, продолжая наращивать свои позиции в драгоценном металле. дальше »

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Bitcoin Policy Institute: Биткоин поможет обходить международные санкции

Институт Биткоин-политики (BPI) опубликовал статью под названием «Дело в пользу биткоина как резервного актива», согласно выводам которой первая криптовалюта может стать эффективным инструментом обхода международных санкций. дальше »

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'The Case for Bitcoin as a Reserve Asset' — Bitcoin Policy Institute

According to the paper, central banks collectively hold $2.2 trillion in gold as of Q1 2024 and continue to expand their gold allocations. дальше »

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Акционеры Microsoft рассмотрят вопрос о покупке биткоина

Акционеры Microsoft рассмотрят вопрос об инвестициях в биткоин на собрании, которое должно состояться 10 декабря. Предложение о публичной оценке возможности добавления первой криптовалюты в корпоративный портфель поступило от Национального центра исследований государственной политики (National Center for Public Policy Research, NCPPR). дальше »

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Microsoft Urges Shareholders to Vote Against a Proposal to Assess Bitcoin as a Diversification Investment: Filing

The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank, has notified shareholders of Microsoft that it intends to propose a Bitcoin Diversification Assessment at the company’s annual meeting on Dec. 10, a filing shows. дальше »

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UK will soon introduce laws to regulate stablecoin, says Circle’s head of policy

The UK's stablecoin regulation could enhance financial stability and innovation, positioning the nation as a leader in digital finance. The post UK will soon introduce laws to regulate stablecoin, says Circle’s head of policy appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Japan’s Web3 transformation: How Monex Group is powering the nation’s crypto ecosystem

Japan’s government actively promotes Web3 as a national policy, creating a favorable environment for conducting Web3 businesses there. In an exclusive interview with CryptoSlate, Tsukada from Monex Group explains that this includes “tax reforms for handling digital assets, accounting preparations, the legal positioning of DAOs, recommendations for local governments to enter Web3 and adopt the […] The post Japan’s Web3 transformation: How Monex Group is powering the nation’s crypto ecosystem appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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US Department of Defense places Bitcoin Softwar thesis under security review, rockets price to $300

Jason Lowery’s book ‘Softwar: A Novel Theory on Power Projection and the National Strategic Significance of Bitcoin’ has been retroactively subjected to a security and policy review by the Department of Defense (DoD), affecting its distribution and availability. дальше »

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CSI 300 swings, Hang Seng drops amid market shifts while gold hits record high

Global markets navigated a mix of geopolitical risks and economic policy changes on Monday, with key indices showing varied performances. China’s CSI 300 Index fluctuated between gains and losses, the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong dropped by 0. дальше »

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ECB's anti-Bitcoin stance draws community ire: 'True declaration of war'

ECB officials claimed that BTC’s rally will make non-holders and latecomers poor.  The crypto community criticized the report that called for a policy against BTC.  Over the weekend, theThe post ECB's anti-Bitcoin stance draws community ire: 'True declaration of war' appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Italy set to raise Bitcoin capital gains tax to 42%

Italy plans to raise the capital gains tax on cryptocurrencies from 26% to 42%. The new policy reflects a trend among European countries tightening crypto regulations. PM Giorgia Meloni assures no new taxes for citizens despite the proposed increases. дальше »

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Ripple Swell Conference Begins Today: Top Themes To Watch Out For

The eighth edition of Ripple’s Swell Conference commences today in Miami, Florida, gathering prominent figures in payments, financial services, blockchain, digital assets, regulation, and economic policy. дальше »

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Galaxy Digital Assess Crypto Policy Positions

Alex Thorn, Head of Research at Galaxy Digital posted on X to release his assessment of the policy positions of Biden, Harris, and Trump on major Bitcoin and crypto issues. дальше »

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Trump’s crypto policies have potential for ‘explosive upside,’ while Harris shows ‘limited downside risk’ – Galaxy Digital

Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy Digital, shared a ‘policy scorecard’ based on the US presidential candidates’ stances toward the crypto industry. The card suggests that Vice President Kamala Harris winning the election has limited downside risk for the industry and would be more favorable than the current Biden regime. дальше »

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Harris beats Biden, lags Trump on crypto policy — Galaxy Research

Harris takes a softer stance than Biden on crypto regulation but is more skeptical than Trump on taxes, Bitcoin mining and self-custody, according to Galaxy Research. дальше »

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FTX customers sue hedge fund, Harris lags Trump on crypto policy: Law Decoded

An FTX customer has sued hedge fund Olympus Peak over its alleged profits from the exchange’s meltdown.

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Bitcoin tops $407 million crypto inflows amid election-driven dynamics

Crypto-related investment products saw inflows of around $407 million, according to CoinShares’ latest weekly report. CoinShares head of research James Butterfill said the strong inflows are likely driven more by political developments, particularly the upcoming US elections, rather than changes in monetary policy. дальше »

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Macro Uncertainty To Fuel Fresh Bitcoin Surge: Cathie Wood

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‘Political shift’ drives $407M inflows to crypto products — CoinShares

According to CoinShares, last week’s increase in crypto investment products was influenced by the upcoming US elections rather than monetary policy outlooks. дальше »

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Crypto investment products see $407m in inflows as investors shift focus from monetary policy

Global crypto investment products recorded $407 million in inflows, largely influenced by the upcoming U.S. elections rather than monetary policy, analysts at CoinShares say. Asset managers such as BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale, among others, experienced a robust inflow of $407… дальше »

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Fitness coach takes IRS to court again in battle for crypto staking reward tax precedent

Fitness coach and part-time crypto investor Josh Jarrett has filed a lawsuit against the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) over its tax policy on staking rewards. In an Oct. 10 post on X, Jarrett shared that his 2021 attempt to clarify the issue was inconclusive as the IRS offered him a refund without addressing whether […] The post Fitness coach takes IRS to court again in battle for crypto staking reward tax precedent appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda slams agency’s crypto policy as a ‘disaster’

The SEC’s Mark Uyeda says the regulator’s approach to crypto has been “the wrong one,” and it needs to provide clear guidelines before launching enforcement actions. дальше »

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India's Crypto Discussion Paper on Hold Due to Other Priorities

India's planned discussion paper outlining its policy stance on cryptocurrencies has been held up due to other priorities, two people familiar with the matter told CoinDesk. дальше »

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren will debate lawyer John Deaton twice in October

Many crypto proponents suggested the race could be a referendum on digital asset policy in the US Senate, with polls showing Warren leading by at least 20 points. дальше »

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Kaspa and Cardano Enthusiasts Pivot to BlockDAG, Presale Gathers $10M in 72 Hours Amid Bitcoin Policy Shifts 

The cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing notable shifts, capturing the attention of the community with Bitcoin facing regulatory challenges and Cardano holders exploring new avenues.   Amid these evolving dynamics, BlockDAG stands out, securing a remarkable $10M in just 71 hours, bolstered by significant interest from Kaspa whales. дальше »

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SEC Crypto Policy Flawed, Paradigm VP Alexander Grieve Says

Paradigm's Alexander Grieve criticizes the SEC for harsh actions against crypto firms, highlighting aggressive tactics like subpoenas and forum shopping. The post SEC Crypto Policy Flawed, Paradigm VP Alexander Grieve Says appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Telegram Admits to Disclosing User Data Since 2018, Igniting Crypto Privacy Concerns

Telegram's data-sharing policy since 2018 has alarmed crypto security experts, but Toncoin's price remains stable for now. The post Telegram Admits to Disclosing User Data Since 2018, Igniting Crypto Privacy Concerns appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Telegram has shared IP addresses, phone numbers with authorities for criminal investigations since 2018, confirms CEO

Telegram's data-sharing policy with authorities since 2018 raises concerns about user privacy and could deter individuals from using the platform. The post Telegram has shared IP addresses, phone numbers with authorities for criminal investigations since 2018, confirms CEO appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Consensys: Half of All US Voters Support Pro-Crypto Policies

The Consensys-HarrisX survey highlights the growing importance of crypto policy among US voters, with swing states seeing potential impact. Neither major party has a clear advantage. The post Consensys: Half of All US Voters Support Pro-Crypto Policies appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Malaysia steps up its AI game with regulations and cloud computing policy

Malaysia has strengthened its AI and cloud computing landscape with new regulations and partnerships, positioning itself as a hub for ethical AI and digital innovation. дальше »

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Japan’s new PM Shigeru Ishiba champions blockchain and NFT in policy document

Newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba aims to use blockchain technology and non-fungible tokens to revalue local assets like food and tourism on a global scale. Policy documents from Shigeru Ishiba’s office indicate that Japan‘s PM is pro-blockchain and… дальше »

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