Tether Becomes The Biggest Holder Of Gold, Quietly Hiding 80 Tons Of Gold In A Private Vault In Switzerland
Stablecoin giant Tether has stored a whopping $8 billion worth of gold in a private vault somewhere in Switzerland.

Stablecoin giant Tether has stored a whopping $8 billion worth of gold in a private vault somewhere in Switzerland.
Tether plans to become the world’s largest Bitcoin miner by the end of 2025, investing billions in mining operations across Latin America. This move aims to protect its large Bitcoin holdings and strengthen the network amid new regulatory challenges.
Major cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has landed on the grounds of Georgia, making it the first exchange to have a full license to offer digital assets trading to local investors.
A scammer located in Nigeria has allegedly impersonated Steve Witkoff, the co-chair of the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, by making use of a barely noticeable type.
A7A5, a Russian ruble-backed stablecoin launched in Kyrgyzstan might be Russia's new found attempt to build at alternative payment system outside of the western financial rails.
Thailand has approved a five-year income tax exemption on crypto trading profits from 2025 to 2029, applying to sales through licensed platforms. The move aims to spur blockchain innovation while maintaining investor protection through regulatory oversight.
A 26-year-old TikTok influencer and crypto trader was reportedly kidnapped in France and held for a €50,000 crypto ransom. But when the kidnappers found he had been all-in on XRP since 2018 and had little to show for it, they released him—allegedly sending $1,000 in USDT before letting him go.
Shopify has teamed up with Coinbase and Stripe to let merchants in 34 countries accept USDC payments through its platform. The system uses Coinbase’s Base network and allows payouts in either USDC or local currency, with no cross-border fees.
Tether will release its Bitcoin Mining Operating System (MOS) as open-source software by late 2025, allowing smaller miners to join without relying on expensive third-party tools. This aims to make Bitcoin mining more accessible and competitive, giving new players better control and efficiency.
A crypto CEO living in New York has been accused of secretly moving over $530 million into the U.S. for sanctioned Russian banks and helping them get American tech. He now faces serious charges including fraud, money laundering, and violating sanctions.
President Trump’s Truth Social endorsement of the Official Trump meme coin as “the Greatest of them all” briefly spiked its price and trading volume, but momentum quickly faded. Can it reclaim its all-time high, or was this a fleeting surge?
Michael Saylor hinted at another Bitcoin purchase after Strategy raised $711 million through a stock sale. The company now holds nearly 500,000 BTC, reinforcing its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder.
Coinbase thwarted a supply chain attack on its AI toolkit, AgentKit, after an attacker exploited GitHub permissions to inject malicious code. Swift action prevented a breach, prompting the attacker to target other GitHub repositories.
Apple plans to add cameras to future Apple Watches, enhancing AI-driven features by 2027. The company is also exploring camera integration for AirPods, aiming to make its devices smarter and more interconnected.
Swedish film Watch the Skies will debut in the US with AI-driven English dubbing. Director Victor Danelle believes the technology will expand the film’s reach, though the use of AI in dubbing, via TrueSync’s Flawless technology, has raised concerns about its impact on the film industry.
The Sandbox has partnered with Jurassic World to bring a digital dinosaur sanctuary to its metaverse, offering immersive experiences and virtual land for players. Fans can explore the park, collect dinosaurs, and even buy virtual land starting in April 2025.
Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina reaffirms her push to ban crypto settlements, while industry leaders urge Moscow to respond to US Bitcoin reserve plans.
The SEC, led by Hester Peirce, is considering exempting certain NFT fundraising projects from securities laws, such as "Stoner Cats" and "Flyfish Club." This shift in policy could allow NFTs with access-based utility to avoid heavy regulation, while those with investment-like features may still face scrutiny.
Paralysed since 2016, Noland Arbaugh can now control a computer with his thoughts via a Neuralink chip. As the first human recipient in January 2024, he joined a six-year study. After a repair, Noland regained the ability to play games and increased his independence.
In the UK, more young people are turning to cryptocurrencies instead of stocks, leading to concerns about the long-term impact on the economy. Lisa Gordon from Cavendish Investment Bank suggests taxing crypto transactions to encourage investment in traditional equities and support the economy.