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Bitcoin steadies above $70,000 amid U.S. peace talks boosting risk appetite, but regulatory uncertainty from the Clarity Act dampens crypto sentiment, suggesting ongoing volatility in the near term.
Senator Elizabeth Warren demands no taxpayer-funded bailouts for crypto billionaires amid Bitcoin's 50% plunge, urging stricter regulations to protect retail investors from ongoing market turmoil and…
SEC Chair Paul Atkins did not confirm US plans to seize Venezuela's alleged $60 billion Bitcoin holdings amid political turmoil. Upcoming Senate markup on digital asset regulation adds uncertainty to…
South Korea’s Supreme Court ruled Bitcoin on exchanges can be seized in criminal cases, increasing legal risks for holders and pressuring exchanges on compliance, amid broader regulatory tightening i…
The U.S. reportedly sold forfeited Bitcoin despite an executive order to preserve it in a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, raising concerns about mixed government signals and potential weakness in U.S. cry…
Reports of DOJ selling 57.55 BTC forfeited from Samourai Wallet founders are unconfirmed by blockchain data, showing custody transfers with no on-chain evidence of sale or liquidation, leaving compli…
US labor unions oppose allowing cryptocurrency exposure in 401(k) retirement accounts, citing high volatility and systemic risks, while crypto advocates argue the legislation improves oversight and o…
Italy's Consob mandates crypto firms secure EU MiCA authorization by December 30, 2025, or cease service, prompting a stricter regulatory regime and potential market exits, impacting BTCUSD trading s…
Bitcoin’s co-founder Michael Saylor opposes adding Zcash-style privacy features to avoid regulatory backlash, highlighting tensions between enhanced privacy and government scrutiny in crypto.
Bitcoin continues to decline, hitting a seven-month low due to risk aversion, stalled regulation, outflows, and liquidity issues, while U.S. stock futures rise ahead of Thanksgiving week and Alibaba'…
Ray Dalio warns Bitcoin faces future risks from quantum computing and regulatory threats, suggesting skepticism despite past bullishness and a small portfolio allocation to BTC.
Samourai Wallet co-founders sentenced for unlicensed money transmission, signaling increased DOJ scrutiny on crypto privacy mixers and hinting regulatory risks for Bitcoin privacy services.
Malaysia’s utility firm Tenaga Nasional lost $1.11B over five years due to illegal Bitcoin mining stealing electricity, prompting crackdowns and smart meter rollouts amid regulatory gaps.
Japan Exchange Group considers stricter regulations on digital asset treasury firms amid high Bitcoin volatility, large stock declines, and market instability, signaling increased regional scrutiny a…