US Dollar Dominance Under Fire as Sanctions Push Nations to Alternatives

A top Russian diplomat has squarely blamed former President Joe Biden for the U.S. dollar’s shrinking dominance in global finance, accusing Washington of using payment systems as tools of political coercion. Framing it as a consequence of American economic pressure tactics, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova alleged that Biden’s administration deliberately isolated nations from … Read more

Deutsche Bank to Launch Crypto Custody Platform in 2026

Deutsche Bank is preparing to enter the crypto custody arena in 2026, joining forces with Bitpanda and Taurus as the digital asset race accelerates across global finance. Germany’s largest lender is reportedly advancing its move into the crypto sector by establishing a digital custody platform designed to store and safeguard tokenized assets and cryptocurrencies. Collaborating … Read more

Strategy Set to Book $14B Bitcoin Gain as Saylor’s Bet Shakes Wall Street

Michael Saylor’s Strategy is set to deliver a staggering $14 billion unrealized profit in Q2, propelled by bitcoin’s surge and a pivotal accounting change that could cement his company’s place alongside Wall Street powerhouses like JPMorgan and Amazon. What began as a struggling software firm has evolved into a dominant crypto-centric powerhouse under Saylor’s bold … Read more

Bitcoin ATM Giant Hit With $300K Penalty

Coinme, a bitcoin ATM operator, has been penalized by California regulators for breaking new digital asset kiosk laws, leading to a consent order that includes restitution, staged financial penalties, and strict compliance requirements. Following an investigation, the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) determined that Coinme violated the Digital Financial Assets Law (DFAL) … Read more

BRICS Trade Surpasses $1 Trillion as Putin Highlights Global Role

BRICS nations have broken the $1 trillion trade barrier as Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized their expanding influence and ambitious projects reshaping global development. With trade volumes exceeding $1 trillion, BRICS members are intensifying collaboration across vital sectors such as nuclear energy, aviation, IT, robotics, and artificial intelligence. At last week’s St. Petersburg International Economic … Read more

Fidelity Highlights Bitcoin’s Ancient Supply Surge as Dormant Coins Outpace New Issuance

Bitcoin’s ancient supply has officially outpaced new issuance for the first time, highlighting a significant market shift emphasized in Fidelity Digital Assets’ new report. According to Fidelity Digital Assets, the accumulation of bitcoin’s ancient supply—coins untouched for over 10 years—has now reached unprecedented levels, surpassing new daily issuance rates. With 566 bitcoins entering this dormant … Read more

Lawyer Exposes French Prosecutors’ Missteps as Telegram Founder Faces 10-Year Threat

In a high-stakes legal battle, Pavel Durov’s defense team dismantles French prosecutors’ case, exposing major procedural missteps and shaky charges surrounding Telegram’s alleged role in criminal conspiracies. French prosecutors’ attempt to indict Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov faces mounting scrutiny as his attorney, Christophe Ingrain, highlights substantial flaws in the case. The accusations hinge on Durov’s … Read more

Crypto Funds Hit $167B in Assets as Traditional Markets Lose Their Grip

Crypto funds reached historic highs in May, with total assets under management climbing to $167 billion—driven by $7.05 billion in net inflows, the largest since December. As investors react to softening trade tensions and seek protection from U.S. market instability, bitcoin has emerged as both a hedge and performance leader, gaining over 15% in three … Read more

Bitcoin’s $200K Price Forecast ‘Conservative,’ Says Bernstein

Bernstein reaffirmed its $200,000 Bitcoin price forecast, labeling it “high-conviction but conservative,” based on accelerating institutional investment and structural market evolution. The firm cites the success of spot bitcoin ETFs, which now manage approximately $120 billion in assets, as validation of BTC’s role as a mainstream macro asset. This institutionalization is viewed as a foundational … Read more

US Seizes Crypto and 145 Domains From Identity Theft Marketplace

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized 145 domains and cryptocurrency funds tied to the BidenCash identity theft marketplace, a dark web platform that trafficked in stolen payment card data and personal information. Operational since March 2022, BidenCash facilitated the sale of more than 15 million compromised records, serving over 117,000 users and generating … Read more