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Australian fintech startup Block Earner has launched what it calls the first bitcoin-backed home loan, allowing Australians to use their bitcoin ( BTC) as collateral for a home deposit without selling it. The firm offers up to 50% of a property’s value as a deposit loan, secured by the borrower’s bitcoin, which is held in … Read more
President Donald Trump is preparing an executive order to open the $9 trillion U.S. retirement market, specifically 401(k) plans, to investments in cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, gold, and private equity, the Financial Times reported on Thursday. President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing an executive order directing regulatory agencies to clear hurdles for including cryptocurrencies, gold, and … Read more
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025 (CLARITY Act), passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets, aiming to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world.” Introduced by Rep. French Hill, the bipartisan H.R. 3633 divides oversight between the SEC and CFTC, with the CFTC … Read more
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS Act) with a 308-122 vote, a landmark bill regulating the $250 billion stablecoin market. The House passed the GENIUS Act today. Aimed at making the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world,” it mandates stablecoin issuers to maintain 1:1 … Read more
Safello has signed a strategic framework agreement with Marginalen Bank, allowing Safello’s over 400,000 customers to access a range of banking services through its platform. This partnership introduces Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), enabling customers to utilize full-service payment accounts, bill payment options, Swish connections, and debit cards. The agreement, which has an initial term of two years, … Read more
The Smarter Web Company PLC, a London-listed technology firm, has announced the purchase of an additional 325 bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 1,600 BTC as part of its ongoing treasury policy outlined in “The 10 Year Plan.” The recent acquisition, totaling £27,145,693 at an average price of £83,525 ($112,157) per bitcoin, reflects the company’s … Read more
Alena Vranova, previously co-founder of Trezor, has announced the launch of GLOK, a new security service aimed at protecting bitcoin users amid rising threats such as kidnappings and ransomware attacks. GLOK offers a private geolocation app that allows users to send distress alerts to a predefined list of contacts while prioritizing user privacy and data … Read more
China Merchants Bank’s CMB International Securities has reportedly become the first mainland China-affiliated brokerage to secure a virtual asset licence from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission. This approval enables CMBI to legally offer cryptocurrency trading, custodial support, and digital asset advisory services within Hong Kong’s tightly regulated framework. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to becoming … Read more
In a bold move to modernize government operations, California’s leadership partners with top tech minds to transform bureaucracy into a model of 21st-century efficiency and innovation. Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the California Breakthrough Project, a new initiative launched at Ripple’s headquarters with participation from crypto leaders, including Coinbase, to advise on cutting-edge improvements across state … Read more
The U.S. House narrowly advanced landmark cryptocurrency legislation Wednesday, including a stablecoin regulatory framework and market structure rules, after a controversial procedural vote. By a 215-211 vote, the House agreed to move forward with the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act, which creates federal oversight for stablecoin issuers and could reach … Read more