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Court closes Custodia fight with Federal Reserve just as Fed opens master-account door
**Court Closes Custodia Fight with Federal Reserve Just as Fed Opens Master-Account Door** In a significant development for the cryptocurrency industry, a federal court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Custodia Bank against the Federal Reserve. The Wyoming-based bank, which aimed to offer crypto services, had been locked in a legal battle with the central bank over its denied application for a master account.
US Treasury Sanctions Alleged $800 Million North Korean IT Worker Fraud Operation
**US Treasury Sanctions Alleged $800 Million North Korean IT Worker Fraud Operation** In a significant move underscoring the ongoing battle against illicit crypto activities, the U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on six North Korean individuals and two entities accused of orchestrating a sprawling $800 million fraud scheme.
US sanctions DPRK IT facilitators over crypto transactions in $800 million scheme
**US Sanctions DPRK IT Facilitators in $800 Million Crypto Scheme** In a significant move to curb North Korea's illicit activities, the U.S. Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on a network of DPRK IT workers and facilitators involved in a sprawling crypto laundering operation.
US Treasury sanctions enablers of North Korea IT worker fraud ring
**US Treasury Sanctions North Korean IT Worker Fraud Ring Enablers** In a significant move to curb illicit activities, the US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on individuals and entities accused of facilitating a sprawling network of North Korean IT workers engaged in fraudulent schemes. These workers, often posing as freelance software developers, have targeted a wide array of industries, including blockchain and cryptocurrency companies.
US Senate votes to include CBDC ban in bipartisan housing bill
**US Senate Takes Bold Step to Block Federal Reserve's CBDC Ambitions** In a surprising move that underscores the growing political divide over digital currency, the US Senate has voted to include a provision in a bipartisan housing bill that effectively bans the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC). This decision, tucked within legislation aimed at addressing housing affordability, reflects mounting skepticism among lawmakers about the potential risks and implications of a government-backed digital dollar.
Bitcoin hugs $70K range as March Fed rate cut odds fall below 1%
**Bitcoin Stabilizes Near $70K as Fed Rate Cut Expectations Diminish** Bitcoin has found a comfortable range around the $70,000 mark, demonstrating resilience in the face of shifting macroeconomic conditions. The cryptocurrency's recent stability comes as the market recalibrates its expectations for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut in March.
Nasdaq-listed Solmate proposes reverse stock split to build Solana hub in UAE
**Nasdaq-listed Solmate Proposes Reverse Stock Split to Strengthen Solana Hub in UAE** In a strategic move aimed at bolstering its presence in the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape, Solmate, a Nasdaq-listed company, has announced plans for a reverse stock split. This decision comes as part of a broader initiative to establish a robust Solana ecosystem hub in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
BitGo to custody digital assets for StableX’s $100M stablecoin plan
**BitGo to Secure StableX's $100 Million Stablecoin Treasury Amid Growing Institutional Demand** In a significant development for the digital asset ecosystem, BitGo, a leading digital asset custody and security firm, has announced a strategic partnership with StableX, a company focused on building a robust treasury of stablecoins. This collaboration will see BitGo providing comprehensive custody and trading infrastructure to support StableX's ambitious plan to establish a $100 million digital asset reserve.
TD Cowen says Congress likely getting closer to permanently banning a Fed CBDC
**Congress Edges Closer to Permanently Shutting the Door on a Federal Reserve CBDC** In a significant development for the cryptocurrency landscape, TD Cowen has suggested that Congress is increasingly likely to enact a permanent ban on the creation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) by the Federal Reserve. This potential move reflects a growing skepticism among lawmakers regarding the necessity and implications of a government-backed digital dollar.
U.S. SEC chief Atkins said bond with sister agency CFTC to include joint meetings, exams
**U.S. SEC and CFTC Forge Closer Ties with Joint Meetings and Coordinated Exams** In a significant development for the regulation of digital assets, U.S.
Hyperliquid's HYPE price will hit $150 by August, predicts Arthur Hayes
**Hyperliquid's HYPE Token Poised for Surge: Arthur Hayes Predicts $150 by August** The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with speculation as Arthur Hayes, the renowned crypto trader and former CEO of BitMEX, has set his sights on Hyperliquid's HYPE token. Hayes predicts a significant price increase, with HYPE potentially reaching $150 by August.
Bitcoin’s next move is increasingly tied to oil, yields and Fed policy as ETF flows guide market direction, analysts say
**Bitcoin's Next Move Hinges on Broader Economic Forces as ETF Flows Shape Market Sentiment** In recent weeks, Bitcoin's price trajectory has become increasingly intertwined with macroeconomic factors, suggesting a shift in the dynamics driving the cryptocurrency market. Analysts are now pointing to oil prices, Treasury yields, and Federal Reserve policy as critical indicators for Bitcoin's next major move.
Trump's DOJ Seeks October Retrial for Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm
**Trump's DOJ Seeks October Retrial for Tornado Cash Developer Roman Storm** In a surprising turn of events, the Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Trump administration is pushing for a retrial of Roman Storm, the developer of the controversial cryptocurrency mixer Tornado Cash. This development comes at a time when the U.S.
MACRO Deep Dive: Expert Analysis & Market Outlook
The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with activity, and MACRO is emerging as a focal point for many traders and investors. With Bitcoin's recent surge capturing headlines, altcoins like MACRO are
U.S. Treasury signals shift on crypto mixers, acknowledges legitimate privacy uses
U.S. Treasury signals shift on crypto mixers, acknowledges legitimate privacy uses
Fed Signals Two More Rate Cuts in 2026 — Crypto Markets Immediately Price It In
Federal Reserve minutes released Wednesday point clearly toward at least two additional rate reductions this year, sending risk assets surging and Bitcoin back above $87,000.
Fed Signals Two Rate Cuts in 2026 — Crypto Markets Rally as Dollar Weakens
Federal Reserve minutes reveal a dovish pivot, with officials seeing room for two 25bps cuts this year, sending Bitcoin and risk assets sharply higher.