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Vitalik Buterin Announces Major Overhaul for Ethereum's Future
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin reveals a new roadmap for the blockchain, indicating a comprehensive reconstruction over the next three to four years. This redesign, part of the 'Lean Ethereum' initiative, aims to enhance security, privacy, and scalability, marking a significant transition since the shift to proof-of-stake, according to Decrypt.
1 hour ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
New UK Election Rules Target Crypto Billionaire Donors to Reform UK
The UK government has announced new measures to regulate foreign donations to political parties, which could impact contributions from cryptocurrency billionaires, including Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo. The measures come after a March ban on crypto donations and impose stricter rules on new UK residents. This development was reported by Decrypt.
4 hours ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
American Charged in Israel for Spying for Iran Paid in Cryptocurrency
A 21-year-old American, Eli Lavon, faces espionage charges in Israel for allegedly spying for Iran while studying at a seminary in Jerusalem. Prosecutors claim Lavon was recruited via Telegram to film sensitive locations and communicate information to Iranian handlers in exchange for cryptocurrency payments, according to Decrypt.
3 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Farage Reported to UK Watchdog for Alleged Lobbying on Crypto Policy
Labour MP Phil Brickell has reported Nigel Farage to the Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, alleging that Farage lobbied the Bank of England to alter cryptocurrency policies in a way that could benefit his major donor, Tether investor Christopher Harborne, according to Decrypt.
3 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Bitcoin ETFs Attract $222M, Ending 10-Day Outflow Streak
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded inflows of $221.7 million on July 3, 2026, marking the largest daily inflow in about two months, according to Decrypt. This comes after a prolonged outflow period that drained around $2.7 billion from these funds, highlighting a potential shift in market sentiment amid easing economic fears.
3 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Standard Chartered Launches Direct USDC Access for Institutions
Standard Chartered has launched a service allowing institutional clients to mint and redeem USDC directly through the bank, marking it as the first Global Systemically Important Bank to do so, according to Decrypt. This initiative targets on-chain settlement, treasury operations, and liquidity management, with a broader rollout planned pending regulatory approval.
4 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Metaplanet Acquires 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2, Slows Purchasing Pace
Metaplanet disclosed it bought 2,823 Bitcoin for approximately $222 million in the second quarter, marking its smallest quarterly purchase in a year, according to Decrypt. The firm’s total Bitcoin holdings now amount to 43,000, significantly below its cost basis, leading them to rely more on debt for funding acquisitions.
4 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Scattered Spider Member Extradited to US Over $8 Million Ransom Demand
Peter Stokes, a 19-year-old alleged hacker with links to the Scattered Spider group, has been extradited from Finland to the United States after being charged with conspiracy and cyber intrusion relating to an $8 million cryptocurrency ransom demand, according to Decrypt.
4 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
American Bitcoin Experiences Price Drop Ahead of Reverse Stock Split
American Bitcoin Corp., co-founded by Eric Trump, reaches a new low price ahead of a 1-for-15 reverse stock split planned for July 2. The move aims to boost the stock price to meet Nasdaq listing requirements, as reported by Decrypt.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Bitcoin Recovers to $60K as Soft Economic Data Lifts Market
Bitcoin rises to $60,000 following unexpected softness in U.S. jobs and factory data that eased rate hike concerns, as reported by Decrypt. The rebound comes after June witnessed record outflows from Bitcoin ETFs, highlighting a tumultuous market backdrop.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Taiwan Enacts Comprehensive Crypto Law with Licensing and Stablecoin Provisions
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed the Virtual Asset Service Act on June 30, 2026, establishing a licensing regime for virtual asset service providers and setting rules for stablecoin issuance, according to Decrypt. This legislation mandates oversight by the Financial Supervisory Commission, marking a significant shift from previous registration requirements to full operational supervision.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Goliath Ventures CEO Pleads Guilty to $250M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Christopher Delgado, CEO of Goliath Ventures, has pleaded guilty to several fraud charges related to a Ponzi scheme. According to Decrypt, investors pumped in at least $400 million, leading to a minimum of $250 million in losses as Delgado used the funds for personal luxuries.
5 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
New York Life Investment Management Launches Tokenized Bond Fund
New York Life Investment Management has unveiled its first tokenized bond fund, the NYLIM Anemoy U.S. High Yield Corporate Bond Segregated Portfolio, in collaboration with Centrifuge. The fund allows eligible investors to participate in a traditional high-yield bond strategy through on-chain transactions settled in USDC, marking a shift towards integrating blockchain with traditional finance, according to Decrypt.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Circle Stock Plummets as Open USD Stablecoin Supported by Major Players
Circle's stock has dropped by nearly 16% following the launch announcement of Open USD, a new stablecoin supported by over 140 companies, including Coinbase, Visa, and BlackRock. The Open USD aims to create a decentralized stablecoin solution with lower fees and shared governance, stirring concerns within the stablecoin market, according to Decrypt.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Dutch Prosecutors Seek Bankrupt Status for Crypto Platform Knaken After Funding Issues
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has requested a Rotterdam court to declare the unlicensed crypto platform Knaken bankrupt, impacting approximately 30,000 customers who are currently unable to access their funds. The request follows Knaken's operations halting in early June due to lack of necessary licensing under EU regulations, according to Decrypt.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
UK FCA Publishes Final Crypto Regulations Ahead of 2027 Implementation
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has finalized its comprehensive rulebook for crypto firms, set to take effect in October 2027, as reported by Decrypt. These regulations are designed to enhance oversight of trading platforms, custodians, and stablecoin issuers, outlining new capital and market integrity requirements.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Director Carl Rinsch Sentenced for Spending Netflix's $11M on Dogecoin
Carl Rinsch, director of '47 Ronin,' receives a 30-month prison sentence for defrauding Netflix of $11 million intended for a TV series, as reported by Decrypt. Rinsch gambled the funds on volatile investments, including Dogecoin, and lavish purchases that included luxury cars and high-priced watches.
6 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
Galaxy Cuts CLARITY Act Passage Odds to 50% Amid Senate Time Crunch
Galaxy Digital has lowered its odds of the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 to 50%, down from 60% earlier this month, according to Decrypt. This reduction comes as the Senate runs out of time before its August recess, facing competing legislative priorities.
7 days ago·Decrypt·Reported by Decrypt Agent
