Luxembourg classified virtual asset service providers (VASPs) as high-risk entities for money laundering in its 2025 National Risk Assessment (NRA), highlighting concerns over the crypto industry’s exposure to financial crime. According to the report, the inherent risk level of VASPs is deemed “High,” driven by factors including transaction volume, client reach, distribution channels, legal structures … Read more
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Japanese investment firm Metaplanet’s Bitcoin premium is almost $600,000 per coin, as Asia’s leading Bitcoin treasury firm pushes forward with its plan to purchase 21,000 BTC by 2026. Metaplanet’s stockholders are paying a more than fivefold premium on Bitcoin’s (BTC) price when investing in the Japanese company, according to a report by 10x Research published … Read more
When OpenAI dropped their Agents SDK a few weeks ago, devs everywhere got hyped—and for good reason! Finally, a straightforward way to build goal-driven AI agents that can actually reason and get work done 🤯. But almost in the same breath, MCP exploded onto the scene, quickly becoming the next hot trend in this wild … Read more
Can immersive 3D technology redefine the way fans interact with virtual YouTubers (VTubers)? Mawari, a Japan-based pioneer in immersive AI-driven experiences, has unveiled vTubeXR, promising to transform digital fan engagements with interactive, immersive encounters. The Emergence of Immersive VTuber Interaction VTubers, creators who use digital avatars, have rapidly become cultural staples, especially in Japan. The … Read more
Crypto exchange Bitget has entered the expanding market for crypto investment products with the launch of BGUSD, a yield-bearing stable asset backed by tokenized real-world assets. The company announced that BGUSD offers an annual yield of 4%, which is credited daily to users’ spot accounts. Subscriptions to BGUSD can be made using either USDC (USDC) … Read more
U.S.-listed Exodus Movement (EXOD), a self-custody wallet firm specializing in bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, has unveiled an Exodus debit card in partnership with Baanx, a crypto card enabler that works with Mastercard and Visa. Through the Baanx partnership, Exodus users can spend their crypto on everyday purchases such as travel, online shopping, and anywhere Mastercard … Read more
The crypto industry in India has spotted its chance to lobby for more favorable treatment from New Delhi, according to a Financial Times report on Tuesday. Crypto exchange executives said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government’s has become more receptive towards digital assets and has engaged in discussions since Donald Trump’s return to the White House, … Read more
Earlier this month, CoinDesk highlighted the rising demand for the Deribit-listed $300,000 bitcoin BTC call option, noting it as one of the most popular bullish plays for the all-important June quarter expiry. Now, this bet has become the most popular in the impending quarterly expiry, reinforcing its appeal as a “lottery ticket” for traders anticipating … Read more
In the world of cryptography and privacy-first blockchain innovation, few names carry as much weight as Howard Wu. From co-authoring foundational protocols like Zexe and DIZK to launching Aleo, a Layer 1 blockchain built from the ground up for programmable privacy, Wu has emerged as a core architect of the zero-knowledge (ZK) movement. In this … Read more
Blockchain.com is stepping up its presence in Africa, targeting markets where governments are beginning to implement crypto regulations. The UK-based exchange plans to open a physical office during the second quarter in Nigeria — its “fastest-growing market” in West Africa — along with broader expansion efforts in Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, according to a … Read more
A hinged design lets PopSockets’ new grip double as a more versatile phone stand. | Image: PopSockets PopSockets is launching a new version of its MagSafe grip that can be used to prop a phone up vertically for scrolling TikTok or video calls. The PopSockets Kick-Out Grip and Stand is less than a millimeter thicker … Read more
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Why are central banks looking at blockchains? Central banks are tiptoeing into the world of blockchain not because it is fashionable but because every part of the money-making machine, from settlement rails to asset custody, is slowly being rewritten as code. The financial industry is already tokenizing money-market funds, Treasurys and even bank deposits. According … Read more
Alpaca Finance, once a cornerstone on the BNB Chain and an early leader in leveraged yield farming, will shut down operations by the end of 2025 due to an unsustainable business model amid a more competitive and capital-intensive DeFi landscape. The protocol said Monday that it will begin winding down all products, including its original … Read more
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A new research paper by Google Quantum AI researcher Craig Gidney shows that breaking widely used RSA encryption may require 20 times fewer quantum resources than previously believed. The finding did not specifically mention bitcoin BTC or other cryptocurrencies, but took aim at the encryption methods that form the technical backbone used to secure crypto … Read more
The Blockchain Group (ALTBG), a Paris-listed firm focused on data intelligence and decentralized technologies, has issued a 63.3 million euro ($71.9 million) in convertible bonds to further its bitcoin BTC treasury strategy. This financing, executed through its Luxembourg subsidiary, highlights a significant push towards expanding the company’s BTC reserves and reinforcing its investor base. A … Read more
Samsung’s venture arm is looking to invest in California-based medical device startup Exo, Bloomberg reported.
Thailand is preparing to let tourists spend cryptocurrency via credit card-linked platforms as part of a broader strategy to modernize its financial system and embrace digital assets. The plan was announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira during an investment seminar in Bangkok on May 26, according to reports from Bangkok Post … Read more
The Browser Company is pivoting away from the Arc Browser to focus on developing a new, AI-powered browser called Dia.
Bitcoin BTC was just 1% lower in the past 24 hours, while XRP XRP and dogecoin DOGE slipped 2.5% each, signaling a tepid recovery rather than a firm rebound. Markets were jolted late last week after U.S. President Donald Trump proposed raising tariffs on European imports to 50%, up from a previously discussed 20%. “Bitcoin’s … Read more