Jesse B.

In a pivotal shift for Asia’s fourth-largest economy, South Korea has elected Lee Jae-myung as its new president—marking a potential turning point in both domestic policy and digital finance. Lee’s victory follows the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol, whose turbulent three-year term was marred by military missteps and growing public dissatisfaction. With a voter

Ethereum Foundation Restructures to Enhance Decentralization and Operational Efficiency The Ethereum Foundation has announced a major internal restructuring aimed at improving decentralization and streamlining operations within its core research division. The Protocol Research & Development unit has been renamed simply “Protocol,” with a narrowed focus on three strategic priorities: scaling Ethereum’s base layer, enhancing Layer

Paris-based Blockchain Group has expanded its Bitcoin holdings with a fresh purchase of 624 BTC, valued at approximately $68.7 million, strengthening its reputation as one of Europe’s boldest corporate adopters of cryptocurrency. The June 3 announcement brings the company’s total holdings to 1,471 BTC, now worth over $154 million. Blockchain Group—positioning itself as Europe’s first

Australia’s financial watchdog has rolled out strict new rules targeting crypto ATM operations after a sharp rise in scams—particularly those affecting older citizens. The Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) has imposed a AU$5,000 (approximately $3,250 USD) cap on both cash deposits and withdrawals at crypto ATMs. The new rules are part of a

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has ramped up its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, announcing the purchase of 1,088 BTC worth approximately $117.5 million. With this latest move, the Tokyo-listed company now holds 8,888 BTC—valued at more than $930 million at current market prices. The Bitcoin was acquired at an average price of 15.5 million yen (about $108,000)

The Czech Republic’s Justice Minister, Pavel Blažek, has resigned following a political uproar over his ministry’s decision to accept—and later auction—nearly $45 million worth of Bitcoin donated by a convicted dark web operator. The Bitcoin, totaling nearly 500 BTC, was sold in a high-profile transaction announced on May 28. Proceeds from the sale, amounting to

Pakistan’s decision to allocate 2,000 megawatts of electricity to Bitcoin mining and AI data centers has triggered scrutiny from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), raising tensions during ongoing fiscal negotiations. The initiative, intended to attract blockchain and AI firms to enhance the country’s tech infrastructure, was announced without prior consultation with the IMF. The Fund

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, has completed a $2.44 billion private capital raise, positioning itself to create one of the largest corporate Bitcoin treasuries in the U.S. The funding package includes two parts: $1.44 billion from the sale of nearly 56 million DJT shares at $25.72 each and