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Nomura-backed crypto group Laser Digital seeks US banking licence

Nomura-backed crypto group Laser Digital seeks US banking licence

Laser Digital, a crypto group backed by Nomura, is pursuing a banking license in the United States. This initiative reflects a broader trend among fintech firms, digital asset…

1/27/2026 3 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION

Standard Chartered says U.S. regional banks most at risk in $500 billion stablecoin shift

Standard Chartered says U.S. regional banks most at risk in $500 billion stablecoin shift

Standard Chartered has raised concerns regarding the potential impact of stablecoins on U.S. regional banks. The bank's analysis indicates that a significant shift of $500…

1/27/2026 2 min read

MARKET #FIAT #MARKET #REGULATION

Arizona Lawmakers Advance Bill to Exempt Crypto From Property Taxes

Arizona Lawmakers Advance Bill to Exempt Crypto From Property Taxes

Arizona lawmakers have taken significant steps toward promoting a more favorable environment for cryptocurrency by advancing a bill aimed at exempting crypto from property taxes.…

1/27/2026 2 min read

BUSINESS #BUSINESS #REGULATION

Wemade taps Chainlink for Korean won stablecoin infrastructure

Wemade taps Chainlink for Korean won stablecoin infrastructure

Wemade, a notable player in the blockchain and gaming industry, has integrated Chainlink into its stablecoin alliance focused on the Korean won. This move comes at a crucial time…

1/27/2026 2 min read

ASIA #ASIA #LINK #REGULATION

SEC task force responds to Ripple CLARITY Act concerns, floats new classification

SEC task force responds to Ripple CLARITY Act concerns, floats new classification

The SEC’s Crypto Task Force has provided a response to concerns regarding the CLARITY Act, aligning with Ripple's perspective that speculation alone should not activate…

1/27/2026 2 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION

Anthropic CEO Says AI Progress Is Outpacing Society’s Ability to Control It

Anthropic CEO Says AI Progress Is Outpacing Society’s Ability to Control It

Dario Amodei, the Chief Executive Officer of Anthropic, has expressed concerns regarding the increasing risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). He highlighted that…

1/27/2026 2 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION #ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Senate Crypto Bill Markup Delayed By Snowstorm, But May Still Get Hit With Partisan Vote

Senate Crypto Bill Markup Delayed By Snowstorm, But May Still Get Hit With Partisan Vote

The markup of a significant Senate bill related to cryptocurrency has been postponed due to inclement weather conditions in Washington D.C. Despite the likelihood of improved…

1/26/2026 2 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION #LAW AND ORDER

BlackRock Files With SEC to Launch iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF

BlackRock Files With SEC to Launch iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF

BlackRock has made a significant move in the cryptocurrency investment space by filing with the SEC to launch an iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. This new financial product is…

1/26/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET

Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys 2,932 Bitcoin amid market sell-off

Michael Saylor’s Strategy buys 2,932 Bitcoin amid market sell-off

Michael Saylor's investment strategy has led to a significant acquisition of Bitcoin during a recent market downturn. The firm made a notable purchase, acquiring a substantial…

1/26/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #REGULATION

Japan ETFs said likely to trade by 2028 as SBI, Nomura ready products

Japan ETFs said likely to trade by 2028 as SBI, Nomura ready products

Recent developments in Japan indicate a significant shift in the country's approach to cryptocurrency investments. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) is reportedly preparing to…

1/26/2026 2 min read

ASIA #ASIA #REGULATION #POLICY

Ether treasury ETHZilla buys plane engines amid tokenization focus

Ether treasury ETHZilla buys plane engines amid tokenization focus

ETHZilla, a notable entity in the cryptocurrency space, has made headlines by acquiring two aircraft engines for a total of $12 million. This acquisition comes shortly after the…

1/26/2026 3 min read

REGULATION #REGULATION #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY #MACROECONOMICS

Crypto shaves $100B as Democrats threaten government shutdown

Crypto shaves $100B as Democrats threaten government shutdown

Recent developments in the U.S. Senate have raised concerns among traders in the cryptocurrency market. Senate Democrats have indicated their intention to block a funding bill if…

1/26/2026 2 min read

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