Bithumb Slashes Crypto Lending Leverage, Loan Limits
Bithumb has cut maximum loan limits by 80% after regulators raised concerns about high-risk crypto lending products.
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MicroStrategy Adds $18M in Bitcoin for Strategy Anniversary
Strategy purchased an additional $18 million in Bitcoin last week to celebrate the fifth anniversary of its BTC accumulation plan.
Ukraine to Debate Crypto Regulation Bill in Late August
Ukraine’s cryptocurrency regulation has faced delays, but efforts to pass a comprehensive bill have gained traction since 2024.
Union Jack Oil to Use Stranded Gas for Bitcoin Mining
Union Jack Oil’s Bitcoin mining initiative could transform idle gas wells into an early revenue stream and establish Bitcoin reserves.
Laser Digital Opens Regulated Crypto Options Desk in Dubai
Nomura’s crypto subsidiary has secured regulatory approval in Dubai to offer institutional OTC crypto options.
Dubai and UAE Align Crypto Rules in Landmark Regulatory Deal
VARA clarified that although a mutual licence is recognised, it does not guarantee automatic approval to operate across other emirates.
UK Lifts Ban on Crypto ETNs for Retail in Global Hub Push
An FCA executive stated that the decision reflects the evolving state of the market and a greater understanding of crypto-related products.
Philippines SEC Targets Unregistered Crypto Exchanges
The Philippines SEC called out OKX, Bybit, KuCoin, and other platforms for operating without the required authorisation.
White House Crypto Rules Clarify SEC and CFTC Roles
Establishing clear jurisdictions for the SEC and CFTC could help alleviate investor worries about unclear securities regulations.
Bank of Korea to Launch Crypto Oversight Committee
The Bank of Korea has rebranded its CBDC research and development teams to highlight their transition into business-oriented departments.
RAKBANK Launches UAE’s First Retail Crypto Trading Service
Rakbank became the first conventional bank in the UAE to offer retail cryptocurrency trading via its mobile app.
Stablecoin Google Searches Hit Record on Parabolic Growth
Stablecoin searches hit a Google record as market capitalisation topped $270B after the GENIUS Act passed.
Bakkt Sells Loyalty Unit to Focus on Core Crypto Strategy
Bakkt Holdings announced it has agreed to sell its loyalty services division as part of its strategy to concentrate on its crypto offerings.
Metaplanet Adds 780 Bitcoin, Surpasses $2B in Holdings
By acquiring an additional 780 BTC, Metaplanet has solidified its position as the largest BTC‑holding firm outside the US.
Strategy Skips Bitcoin Buys Amid New Equity Offering Push
Michael Saylor’s firm, Strategy, skipped Bitcoin purchases last week and reported only two acquisitions in July.
Christie’s Unveils Crypto-Only Real Estate Sales Team
Christie’s International Real Estate launches real estate division focused exclusively on cryptocurrency transactions.
PNC Bank to Launch Crypto Trading via Coinbase Partnership
Growing regulatory clarity in the United States has been rising since the institutional interest in digital assets.
JPMorgan Eyes Crypto Loans in Stablecoin Expansion
An anonymous source told the Financial Times that Jamie Dimon’s earlier criticism of Bitcoin had turned off some prospective clients.
US Bank Lobby Pushes Back on Crypto Bank Licence Bids
US banking and credit union associations urged the OCC to postpone decisions on bank licence applications from crypto companies.
US House Passes Three Major Crypto Bills Before Recess
The three bills from the Republican-led crypto agenda passed with bipartisan backing, despite ongoing Democratic opposition.