Crypto crime figure Alexander Vinnik exchanged for detained U.S. teacher
The United States has agreed to release Russian national Alexander Vinnik, a suspected cybercrime figure, as part of a prisoner exchange that secured the freedom of American teacher Marc Fogel. Vinnik, 44, operated BTC-e, once one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges. He was arrested in Greece in 2017 at Washington’s request on suspicion of […]
Grayscale Files for First-Ever Spot Cardano ETF in the U.S.
ADA surges 11% as Grayscale’s spot Cardano ETF becomes the 60th crypto ETF filing this year, raising expectations for SEC approval. Grayscale has taken another ambitious step in the crypto ETF race by filing a 19b-4 form with the SEC for a spot Cardano (ADA) ETF, marking the first-ever attempt to bring ADA into the […]
Bitcoin Turns Bearish Before U.S. Economic Data Release: What’s next?
Bitcoin’s first bearish signal since October is here. With key U.S. data ahead, traders are on edge — will BTC hold support or break lower? Bitcoin faces uncertainty Bitcoin (BTC) is treading on shaky ground as it struggles to reclaim six figures, with investors bracing for key economic data that could dictate the market’s next […]
Coinbase would rank 21st largest U.S. banks
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlighted the company’s growing financial footprint, comparing its holdings to major U.S. banks and brokerages. In a post on X, Armstrong stated that Coinbase now holds approximately $420 billion in customer assets. This would make it the 21st largest bank in the U.S. by total assets. If categorized as a brokerage, […]
Hong Kong lawmaker calls for crypto acceleration after U.S. crypto czar press conference
Hong Kong legislator Johnny Ng urges regulators to accelerate pro-crypto initiatives in the region after U.S. crypto czar David Sacks’ press conference. In a recent post, Ng emphasizes the importance of the press conference conducted by U.S. AI and crypto czar David Sacks on Feb. 5 and what it signifies for other countries. He believes […]
Stablecoins can secure U.S. dollar dominance: Trump’s crypto czar
David Sacks, Trump’s crypto czar, said stablecoins could potentially strengthen U.S. dollar dominance just hours after Senator Hagerty proposed the GENIUS Act. White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks hosted a press conference alongside other GOP officials to outline President Donald Trump’s vision for America’s digital asset landscape. Sacks stated that stablecoins, fiat-pegged dollars […]
U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty to introduce stablecoin bill
Senator Bill Hagerty is set to introduce a new stablecoin bill as the largely crypto-friendly Republican Party seeks further regulatory clarity for the industry. The bill dubbed “Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins” or GENIUS Act, outlines a regulatory environment for the quickly expanding stablecoin market in the United States. Tether’s (USDT) and Circle’s […]
Coinbase calls on U.S. gov to allow banks to enter crypto market: report
Coinbase is urging U.S. banking regulators to allow banks to offer cryptocurrency services, including trading and custody. The crypto exchange argued that current regulations create unnecessary hurdles preventing banks from fully entering the digital asset market, according to Bloomberg. In a letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Reserve, and […]
Crypto czar David Sacks to outline U.S. digital policy agenda
President Donald Trump’s White House AI and Crypto Czar will hold a press conference with key Republican policymakers to share Washington’s digital asset regulatory plans. Scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 4, crypto czar David Sacks will spearhead a media day focused on how Congress and President Trump’s cabinet will “secure America as a leader in the […]
Bitcoin’s next big move hinges on the U.S. labor market data, says analyst
Bitcoin is moving with macro conditions. If U.S. labor data signals weakness, the Fed may step in—potentially pushing Bitcoin higher. Bitcoin’s (BTC) next move could hinge on upcoming U.S. labor market data, as macro conditions continue to shape liquidity and risk sentiment. Quantitative analyst Benjamin Cowen suggests the unemployment rate will be a key factor, […]
