Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of Strategy, is doubling down on his long-term Bitcoin thesis—confidently rejecting the idea of another prolonged bear market. In a recent Bloomberg interview, Saylor declared that Bitcoin’s trajectory is no longer a matter of survival, but of scale. “Winter is not coming back,” he said. He pointed to surging
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In a major step toward U.S. crypto regulation, the House Agriculture Committee has passed the Digital Asset Market Structure bill, commonly known as the CLARITY Act, with a 47–6 vote. The wide margin signals strong bipartisan backing for a framework that could reshape how digital asset firms operate under federal law. Introduced in May, the
House Agriculture Committee Advances Crypto Market Structure Bill
South Korea is tightening its grip on the digital asset sector with a sweeping new bill aimed at establishing a formal licensing system for stablecoin issuers. On Tuesday, Min Byeong-deok, a prominent lawmaker from the ruling Democratic Party, introduced the “Digital Asset Basic Act,” positioning it as a strategic foundation for Korea’s role in the
South Korea Moves to License Stablecoin Issuers
In a striking public address, current SEC Chairman Paul Atkins denounced his predecessor Gary Gensler’s regulatory approach to digital assets, specifically criticizing the SEC’s past stance on self-custody and decentralized finance. Speaking at a policy roundtable titled “DeFi and the American Spirit,” Atkins argued that self-custody isn’t just a technical feature—it’s a core American liberty.
Atkins Blasts Gensler-Era SEC, Defends Crypto Self-Custody
As Congress continues shaping the future of digital asset regulation, lawmakers are moving to introduce a significant amendment that could shield blockchain developers from restrictive financial compliance obligations. The House Financial Services Committee is preparing for a critical markup of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025—known as the CLARITY Act—this week. One of
U.S. Lawmakers Propose Developer Protections in Crypto Regulation Bill
Bitcoin surged past $110,000 early Tuesday, buoyed by renewed optimism surrounding the ongoing U.S.–China trade negotiations in London. The high-stakes dialogue, which began on June 9, has injected a wave of bullish sentiment across global risk assets. Sources close to the talks say Washington may ease export restrictions on select technology products in exchange for
Bitcoin Hits $110K as U.S.–China Talks Boost Sentiment
While the global crypto mining market is projected to more than double in 2025—from $2.44 billion to $5.13 billion—Malaysia may be falling behind. A new report from the Access Blockchain Association of Malaysia warns that widespread electricity theft, inconsistent enforcement, and regulatory uncertainty could prevent the country from capitalizing on this surge. Despite Malaysia’s favorable
Malaysia’s Mining Boom Overshadowed by Power Theft Surge
Japan’s House of Councilors has passed a pivotal amendment to the Payment Services Act, introducing a new legal category that will grant crypto brokerage firms a more flexible regulatory path. The law, approved on June 6, introduces the concept of “crypto intermediaries,” a designation that separates brokerages from fully licensed exchanges and wallet custodians. Until
Japan Approves New Crypto Brokerage License Tier
Argentina’s President Javier Milei has been cleared of any ethical violations by the country’s Anti-Corruption Office following his controversial promotion of the $LIBRA cryptocurrency earlier this year. According to the agency, Milei acted in a personal capacity when he endorsed the token via his private X account in February, meaning his actions did not breach
Argentina Clears Milei in $LIBRA Memecoin Promotion Probe
Spot Ethereum ETFs in the U.S. have crossed a key milestone, recording 15 consecutive days of net inflows and pushing cumulative investments to a record $3.33 billion. It marks the longest positive inflow streak since late 2024, reflecting renewed investor appetite as Ethereum posts a sharp price recovery. The rally, which began on May 16
Ethereum ETFs Hit $3.3B Milestone After 15-Day Inflow Streak
Alex Protocol, a Bitcoin-based DeFi project built on the Stacks blockchain, suffered a major security breach on June 6, resulting in a loss of approximately $8.3 million across multiple token pools. The attack targeted a vulnerability in the platform’s self-listing logic, allowing the perpetrators to bypass verification mechanisms and withdraw funds undetected. According to an
$8.3M Exploit Hits Bitcoin DeFi Platform Alex Protocol
As New Jersey prepares for its 2025 gubernatorial election, the growing influence of the crypto industry is beginning to shape political discourse across party lines. Just days ahead of the state’s party primaries, candidates are increasingly courting a bloc of crypto-aware voters who may prove pivotal in a tight race. On June 5, three gubernatorial