Cryptocurrency

Binance has reopened its crypto services to users in Syria after the US lifted sanctions in May 2025. Syrians can now trade, send money, and access crypto tools using their local currency.

ASIC has banned Glenda Rogan for ten years after she allegedly misused $9.6 million in client funds, directing them to "Financial Centre," a UK platform on ASIC’s blacklist. Clients were misled to believe their money was going into safe, fixed-interest accounts, but it was instead funnelled into a risky crypto scheme.

Six top Spanish footballers are under investigation for promoting Shirtum, a crypto project that defrauded investors of over $3.4 million by selling NFTs linked to player image rights but never delivering a working platform.

John Woeltz and William Duplessie pleaded not guilty to kidnapping and unlawful imprisonment charges in a high-profile crypto extortion case. Their attorneys argue the alleged victim, Michael Carturan, was free to move during the time he claims he was held.

Just weeks after stalling over Trump-era concerns, the GENIUS Act has cleared a key Senate hurdle with a 68–30 cloture vote, setting up a final vote as early as Monday. With bipartisan momentum growing, is stablecoin oversight finally within reach?

Ukraine has introduced a draft law that would allow its central bank to hold cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in its national reserves. The decision to include crypto assets would be entirely up to the central bank, with no obligation to act immediately.

CFPB Acting Enforcement Director Cara Petersen resigned, criticising agency leadership for undermining its core mission and lacking any real intent to enforce the law.

South Korean lawmaker Min Byeong-deok has proposed a bill to expand digital asset regulations, building on the Virtual Asset Investor Protection Act with a focus on stablecoin oversight. The move reflects growing global momentum, echoing efforts like the GENIUS and STABLE Acts.

Bitcoin adoption is transforming financial access in Kibera, providing residents with greater economic independence and enhanced transaction security in a cash-based economy.

Kenya’s proposed 1.5% crypto tax risks undermining its fintech leadership, potentially driving startups and talent abroad and slowing Africa’s digital integration.