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Poland’s prime minister has accused a crypto firm of ties to Russian organized crime and political interference, escalating tensions around stalled regulation. The claims land as lawmakers debate how to align with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. Prime Minister Donald Tusk made the remarks during
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Lawmakers challenged the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over its ability to regulate surging prediction markets, citing contracts tied to geopolitical events and large speculative gains. The scrutiny highlights rising regulatory pressure as these platforms intersect with crypto and derivatives markets. CFTC Chair Michael Selig faced bipartisan questioning during a
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U.S. tax rules treat every Bitcoin transaction as a taxable event. The structure is increasingly seen as a barrier to using digital assets for routine payments. The Cato Institute said this week that current policy makes everyday Bitcoin use impractical. Research fellow Nick Anthony argued that capital gains requirements
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An $8 million political spend tied to crypto interests is entering Ohio’s Senate race. The funding signals escalating industry influence ahead of the 2026 midterms, where digital asset policy remains a contested issue. Sentinel Action Fund, a U.S. super PAC backed by the Solana Institute, said it will
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The U.S. Treasury has proposed new rules requiring stablecoin issuers to implement anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs. The move advances a federal framework that could reshape how payment stablecoins operate under U.S. law. The proposal was issued jointly by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) acknowledged misinterpretations in seven crypto enforcement cases, marking a rare institutional reversal. The admission signals a potential shift in how regulators assess digital asset compliance and investor protection. In a statement released Tuesday, the SEC said it had pursued 95 actions tied
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Calls to invoke the 25th Amendment against President Donald Trump emerged Tuesday amid escalating tensions over Iran. The backlash highlights growing divisions within his political base during a period of heightened geopolitical risk. Former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, alongside media figures Alex Jones and Candace Owens, publicly urged removal, citing
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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has proposed a 191-page rule to regulate stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act framework. The move marks a significant step toward formalizing oversight as stablecoins integrate deeper into financial systems. The proposal, approved Tuesday, sets requirements for reserve assets, risk management, and operational standards for
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U.S. lawmakers are pressing regulators over prediction markets offering bets tied to military events. The push signals rising scrutiny as these platforms expand into sensitive geopolitical territory. House Democrats, led by Representatives Seth Moulton and Jim McGovern, sent a letter Tuesday to Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chair Michael
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A U.S. appeals court ruled 2-1 that New Jersey cannot block Kalshi’s sports event contracts, reinforcing federal oversight of prediction markets. The decision strengthens the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) authority and sets a precedent for similar disputes across states. The ruling from the U.S. Court
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Polymarket traders priced a 63% probability of a U.S. invasion of Iran as tensions escalated over the Strait of Hormuz blockade. The surge reflects rising geopolitical risk now feeding directly into crypto sentiment and broader risk assets. U.S. President Donald Trump warned Sunday that American forces could target
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The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed lawsuits against Illinois, Arizona, and Connecticut, asserting exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets. The action marks the agency’s first direct legal challenge against states in this emerging sector. The complaints, filed Thursday, follow cease-and-desist orders issued by Illinois authorities against platforms