CBDC Ban Through 2030 in Housing Deal
The U.S. Senate Banking and House Financial Services committees updated the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, temporarily banning a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until December 31, 2030. Legal
Binance Licensing Concerns Drive BitGo Partnerships
@BitGo launches a crypto-as-a-service platform in Europe to comply with the EU’s MiCA regulations ahead of the July 1 deadline, aiding exchanges amid licensing uncertainties. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Fed Rate Decision Sparks Trump Market Clash
Kevin Warsh’s first FOMC meeting on June 17, 2026, is expected to keep interest rates unchanged amid rising inflation and political pressure from Trump. Implications for cryptocurrencies are under scrutiny. #Update #Crypto
Kalshi Futures Surges to $5.5B Milestone
Kalshi’s perpetual futures hit $5.5 billion in two weeks post-CFTC approval, expanding regulated crypto derivatives in the US. #Update #Crypto
Kalshi Bypasses Nevada Ban $120K Daily
The Nevada Gaming Control Board seeks $120,000 daily fines against @Kalshi for violating a geofencing order, allowing Nevada users to buy banned contracts. #Breaking #Legal
Trust Bank Status Sought Amid Controversy
World Liberty Financial (WLFI), linked to Donald Trump, nears national trust bank license approval, allowing USD1 stablecoin issuance directly in the U.S., sparking controversy over potential conflicts of interest. #Update #Crypto $USDT
Trust Bank Status Sought Amid Controversy
World Liberty Financial (WLFI), linked to former President Trump, nears a national trust bank license, allowing it to issue USD1 stablecoin directly in the U.S., amid controversy. #Update #Crypto $USDT
FTX’s Bankman-Fried Launches New Token
SBF, serving 25 years, plans a new token after release in 2044; his pardon bid and appeal remain unresolved. #Update #Crypto
Bitcoin Gains MiCA Compliance Boost in Europe
@BitGo offers MiCA-compliance solutions for crypto firms as the deadline approaches, with 75% of pre-MiCA firms expected to lose registration. Fees start at $2,000 monthly. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
CBDC Ban Until 2030 in Housing Bill
The US Congress has agreed on a housing bill that includes a ban on the Federal Reserve issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until 2030, likely benefiting Republicans. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Crypto PAC Powers Barry Moore’s Alabama Primary Win
Barry Moore wins the Alabama GOP primary with 56% support, backed by Fairshake PAC, which spent over $12 million on his campaign. Fairshake is funded by @Coinbase, @a16z Crypto, and @Ripple. #Update #Crypto $XRP
Sodium-Ion Battery Launches 20-Year Lifespan
CATL unveils a sodium-ion battery with 15,000-cycle durability, targeting EVs with up to 600 km range, leveraging synthetic carbon anodes to cut costs. #Update #Tech
Trump Family’s WLFI Nears Bank License Approval
Trump family-backed @WorldLibertyFi is set to receive OCC approval for a national trust bank license, enabling USD1 stablecoin operations amid political scrutiny and ethics concerns. #Update #Crypto $WLFI
Crypto Tax Approved by Illinois Governor
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a $55.9 billion budget including a 0.2% tax on crypto transactions, despite industry opposition, potentially raising over $800 million for the state. #Update #Legal $BTC