SEC considers easing rules around tokenized securities

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering rule changes to let companies more freely issue tokenized securities, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said in a speech published on May 8. The regulator is “considering a potential exemptive order” for firms using blockchain technology to “issue, trade, and settle securities” that would release them from … Read more

Bitcoin Hits $100K as Institutional Money Pours In

The last time the cryptocurrency topped six figures was in February shortly after reaching its all-time high of $109,114.88 in late January. BTC Breaks $100K Barrier as Institutions Dive In Bitcoin ( BTC) broke through the $100K barrier on Thursday morning, as net cumulative inflows for spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) peaked at $40.72 billion … Read more

Trump Rips Fed Chief as ‘Fool’ After Rate Freeze, Declares ‘Golden Age’ Is Coming

On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump blasted the Federal Reserve and its Chair, Jerome Powell, after the central bank kept the federal funds rate unchanged the day prior. He hopped onto social media via Truth Social and branded Powell a “fool.” Trump Torches Fed Boss Over Inflation Moves President Trump has once again lobbed colorful … Read more

South Carolina Senate Passes Bill to Ban CBDCs

Regulations In a landmark move for cryptocurrency legislation, the South Carolina Senate has passed Bill S.163 by a 38-1 vote. The bill sets out to prohibit the use of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) by state authorities, while simultaneously safeguarding crypto transactions, mining, and wallet usage. S.163 amends the state code to block any requirement … Read more

What Is A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve?

A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a designated accumulation of Bitcoin (BTC) held by a government, institution, or corporation to secure financial stability, hedge against inflation, and reinforce economic sovereignty. Similar in function to gold or foreign exchange reserves, it leverages Bitcoin’s fixed supply, decentralization, and global liquidity to mitigate economic and geopolitical risks. What is … Read more

Asia Gaming Invests $50 Million in WillBet – A Bet on the Future of Global Gaming

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. In a move reminiscent of SoftBank’s legendary 8-minute decision to back Jack Ma, Asia gaming has announced a $50 million strategic investment in WillBet, signaling a major shift in the global betting landscape. This was not a decision made lightly. AG Gaming conducted extensive due diligence … Read more

Are layer 2s good for Ethereum, or are they ‘extractive?’

Layer 2s have been a great blockchain success story. They’ve reduced congestion on the Ethereum mainnet, driving down gas fees while preserving security. But maybe they’ve become too successful, drawing chain activity and fee income from the parent that spawned them? At least that’s what some are suggesting lately, most recently at Cornell Tech’s blockchain … Read more