About Crypto

The cryptocurrency bubble has been booming in popularity since the turn of 2025, facing exhilarating highs and controversial setbacks in a span of a few weeks.

President Donald Trump’s announcement of a U.S. crypto reserve sent digital asset prices soaring, but questions remain about its feasibility. While supporters see it as a move toward financial innovation, skeptics argue it lacks congressional backing and exposes taxpayer funds to risk.

Major financial institutions and fintech companies like Bank of America, Stripe, and PayPal are aggressively entering the stablecoin market, anticipating significant changes in cross-border payments influenced by cryptocurrencies and regulatory acceptance.

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, secures a record $2 billion investment from Abu Dhabi’s MGX, marking a major fintech milestone in blockchain adoption and institutional backing.

The Trump administration announces a significant policy shift toward accumulating Bitcoin reserves through a cost-neutral strategy. Prominent fintech investor Cathie Wood and Ark Invest also recently expanded Bitcoin holdings, reflecting broader institutional optimism toward U.S. cryptocurrency policy.

Update: Lazarus Group's BTC balance decrease. Following a $1.4 billion crypto heist linked to the Lazarus Group, North Korea becomes the third-largest Bitcoin holder, raising concerns about the implications of illicit crypto acquisitions.

BlackRock’s digital assets chief suggests a U.S. recession could drive Bitcoin’s next bull run. Economic uncertainty fuels volatility, but can Bitcoin thrive in a downturn?

The SEC drops its legal case against Ripple, ending a four-year dispute and boosting XRP’s value. What does this mean for crypto regulation and the future of XRP?

Bybit’s CEO reveals that 88.87% of the $1.4 billion stolen by Lazarus Group is still traceable. The crypto world watches as Bybit battles to recover lost funds amid rising security concerns.

Eric Trump appointed as strategic advisor to Metaplanet, Japan’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, aiming to strengthen cryptocurrency adoption.

OKX halts its DEX aggregator services after detecting coordinated hacking attempts by the Lazarus Group. The exchange introduces new security measures to protect its DeFi ecosystem.

World Liberty Financial, Donald Trump's crypto venture, announces the launch of USD1, a dollar-pegged stablecoin fully backed by U.S. Treasuries and cash equivalents.

Fidelity is exploring stablecoins, following enhanced regulatory clarity under Donald Trump's administration.

With MiCAR coming into full effect and BaFin now officially designated as the local regulator, German banks can confidently begin exploring opportunities in digital assets. There is pent-up demand from institutional and retail customers. The question is where and how to play as an established bank.

Japanese firm Metaplanet issues ¥2 billion in zero-interest bonds to expand its Bitcoin reserves, reinforcing its strategy as Asia’s leading corporate BTC holder.

Over 16 million South Koreans now hold cryptocurrency accounts, exceeding stock investors as digital asset adoption reaches new levels amid post-election momentum.

Tether’s Bitcoin holdings top 92,000 BTC, making it the sixth largest single-wallet holder. Its Q1 purchases reflect a growing corporate strategy to use Bitcoin as a treasury reserve.

Meliuz plans to expand its bitcoin holdings, positioning itself as a fintech innovator in Brazil amid evolving crypto regulation and rising digital asset adoption.

This editorial challenges recent calls to tax crypto and instead highlights the potential of digital assets to unlock innovation and economic growth.

Astra Fintech invests $100 million to accelerate Solana’s expansion across Asia, aiming to strengthen Web3 infrastructure and developer ecosystems amid rising regional adoption.

Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether, and SoftBank are reportedly backing a $3B bitcoin acquisition initiative, led by Cantor’s SPAC and tied to renewed crypto sentiment under Trump.

Coinbase Institutional reports increased Bitcoin buying by sovereign wealth funds in April 2025, while retail activity declines.

The Maldives could become a regional crypto and fintech hub, backed by a $9 billion investment plan from Dubai-based MBS Global Investments.

Alexander Mashinsky, former CEO of Celsius, sentenced to 12 years in prison for fraud tied to platform’s collapse and misuse of customer funds.

President Trump’s upcoming dinner with memecoin buyers features a diverse guest list, with foreign investors, including Justin Sun, the Chinese crypto billionaire, among the top winners.

Eric and Donald Trump Jr. are taking American Bitcoin public in an all-stock merger with Gryphon Digital Mining. The company aims to build a scalable Bitcoin accumulation platform.

The evolution of Bitcoin from a decentralized digital currency to a mainstream financial asset, examining the implications of institutional and governmental adoption.

World Liberty Fi, the crypto fund backed by Trump, acquires EOS tokens ahead of the token’s rebranding to Vaulta. The purchase adds to the fund’s growing portfolio, raising questions about the project's future.

XRP receives significant institutional backing following ETF approval, with its price surging as a result. This marks a major step in its position as a leading alternative asset.

Coinbase has joined the S&P 500, becoming the first cryptocurrency exchange to do so. The move signals crypto’s growing role in mainstream finance, despite ongoing legal and cybersecurity concerns.

Bitcoin reached a record $111,000 on May 22, 2025, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the first real-world Bitcoin transaction known as Pizza Day.

On May 22, Donald Trump hosted a private dinner for top holders of his memecoin, drawing attention to the political and financial entanglements surrounding crypto’s influence in 2025.

A crypto investor was charged with kidnapping and assault after allegedly torturing a man for weeks to extract his Bitcoin password. Authorities investigate.

Robinhood finalizes $200 million acquisition of Bitstamp, gaining over 50 global crypto licenses and institutional infrastructure to grow its presence in Europe and Asia.

As the GENIUS Act nears a Senate vote, crypto lobbying groups urge lawmakers to avoid unrelated amendments and push forward stablecoin regulation.

Crypto firm Circle makes public market debut with $1.05 billion IPO, pricing shares at $31 and securing an $8.06 billion valuation.

California Assembly passes bill allowing seizure of dormant crypto wallets after three years of inactivity, drawing mixed reactions from the industry.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF hits $70B in record time, outpacing gold and equity benchmarks as institutional crypto interest grows.

Coinbase and American Express unveil a bitcoin rewards credit card for Coinbase One subscribers, offering up to 4% back on purchases.

Stripe Inc., led by Patrick and John Collison, is in advanced talks to acquire fintech platform Bridge, according to a Bloomberg report. This move ...