Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union is exploring stablecoin integration for cross-border transfers, conversions and digital wallets, positioning it as an innovation opportunity. Western Union is exploring ways to integrate stablecoins into its services as the firm seeks to modernize cross-border payments. During a Monday interview with Bloomberg, Western Union CEO Devin McGranahan said that the firm views stablecoins…

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Crypto rules for mortgages must reflect self-custody reality

Crypto rules for mortgages must reflect self-custody reality

The FHFA directive on crypto in mortgage risk assessments risks excluding self-custodied assets, potentially increasing counterparty risk for homebuyers. Opinion by: Margaret Rosenfeld, chief legal officer of Everstake The Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) recent directive to explore how cryptocurrency might be included in single-family mortgage risk assessments is a welcome and long-overdue step. If…

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Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. Today in crypto, Pump.fun ICO raises $500 million, BlockFi’s bankruptcy administrator and the DOJ have settled a $35 million crypto asset transfer lawsuit, and US-based spot Bitcoin…

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Judge lets Celsius B Bitcoin lawsuit against Tether move forward

Judge lets Celsius $4B Bitcoin lawsuit against Tether move forward

A US judge has allowed Celsius’s lawsuit over Tether’s $4 billion Bitcoin liquidation to move forward, rejecting key parts of Tether’s dismissal bid. A US bankruptcy judge ruled that Celsius Network’s multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Tether can proceed, denying in part Tether’s attempt to dismiss claims that it “improperly” liquidated Celsius’s Bitcoin collateral during the crypto…

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Malaysian regulator proposes easing crypto asset listing process

Malaysian regulator proposes easing crypto asset listing process

Malaysia’s securities regulator is seeking public feedback on a proposal to allow certain cryptocurrencies to be listed on exchanges without prior approval. The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) is seeking public feedback on a proposal that would allow cryptocurrency exchanges to list certain digital assets without first obtaining explicit approval from the regulator. According to a…

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Russia says 70% of crypto miners remain unregistered despite new laws

Russia says 70% of crypto miners remain unregistered despite new laws

Russia will continue taking measures to encourage crypto mining businesses to register with the tax authority, including imposing bigger penalties for violations. Russia’s cryptocurrency laws have not convinced most mining businesses to register with authorities, as only 30% of the miners have entered the Federal Tax Service Register since late 2024. The Russian government began…

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Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. Today in crypto, US stablecoin legislation moves closer to a Senate vote. Meanwhile, Ukraine eyes adding cryptocurrencies to its national reserves, and a proposed Bitcoin software update…

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Connecticut lawmakers vote to prohibit crypto use in government

Connecticut lawmakers vote to prohibit crypto use in government

Connecticut has joined the growing number of US states rejecting the notion of a state Bitcoin reserve, prohibiting government entities from making crypto investments and payments. Connecticut lawmakers unanimously passed a bill prohibiting state and local government divisions from accepting cryptocurrency payments and holding crypto assets. The House Bill 7082, titled “An Act Concerning Various…

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