Daily Crypto News

In this episode of Trends with Benefits , Jan Liphardt, founder of OpenMind and Stanford professor, joins to discuss how open-source robotics and crypto governance are shaping machine intelligence. Jan explains why AI shifted focus away from crypto—and why that’s reversing. He reveals that his robots download behavioral guardrails from Ethereum, using blockchain immutability for machine ethics. We...

🇬🇧 BlackRock Gains UK FCA Approval to Offer Crypto Services 🔥 Ted Cruz's FLARE Act Turns Wasted Gas into Bitcoin Mining Power 💴 Japan's SMBC Plans Stablecoin Trials with Ava Labs and Fireblocks 📢 BlockFi Calls on Creditors to Claim Bankruptcy Distributions 🕵️‍♂️ Google Warns: North Korean Hackers Target European Solana Projects ⏸️ 60-Day Hold Proposed in SEC vs. Gemini Legal Battle Over Earn Pr...

🛏️ Metaplanet Buys 696 More BTC for $67.9M, Holdings Now 4,046 BTC 🇹🇼 Taiwan Considers Crypto Law; Experts Warn of Impact on Small Players 💣 $1M Bet on Bitcoin Price Drop: Put Option Highlights Market Concerns 📈 Tether Boosts Bitcoin Reserves by 8,888 BTC, Totaling $8.2B in Q1 📉 Coinbase Stock Experiences Worst Quarter Since FTX Fallout 💵 Brian Armstrong Calls for Stablecoin Reforms to Allow O...

In this episode, Matt and Kyle dive into Bitcoin's shaky outlook amid macroeconomic concerns, Wyoming’s controversial plan to launch a state-backed stablecoin, and the ethical nightmare of 23andMe’s DNA data going up for sale. They revisit the legacy of Aaron Swartz and explore how AI, blockchain, and decentralization are shaping the future of privacy, finance, and science. Listener questions cove...

💵 Tether CEO Considers U.S. Stablecoin Amid Regulatory Changes 🧬 Sei Foundation Plots 23andMe Buyout in DeSci Power Play 📈 Spot Bitcoin ETFs Mark 10-Day Inflow Streak as Demand Persists 🏦 HashKey & Bosera Launch Tokenized Money Market ETFs in Hong Kong's 'Project Ensemble' 🕵️‍♂️ FBI Seizes $200K in Crypto from Hamas-Linked Wallets Guests Harrison Seletsky is the Director of Business Develo...

🏛️ U.S. House Unveils Stablecoin Bill Amid Capitol Hill Crypto Buzz 👥 BlackRock Boosts Digital Asset Team with 4 Key New Hires 🎮 GameStop Plans $1.3B Raise, Taps into Bitcoin-Like Strategy 🐎 Wyoming Leads with First State-Issued Stablecoin Coming July 🔌 Fidelity Tests Stablecoin in New Blockchain Power Move 🇺🇸 Don Jr. Joins Trump-Tied Firm Pitching Stablecoin to Washington Chris Chung, CEO &am...

Matt Diemer and Kyle Heise unpack the latest in the digital currency world. It’s been a packed week in crypto with legal decisions, privacy debates, and branding misfires shaking up the industry. Let’s dive into the biggest stories and what they mean for the future of blockchain, regulation, and crypto culture. ✨ Ripple’s Big Win: A lawsuit drops, sparking new possibilities. 🚀 Tornado Cash Trium...

Binance suspends a Wallet team employee for insider trading tied to a TGE. Mt. Gox moves over $1B in BTC, fueling repayment speculation. Circle brings USDC to Japan. BlackRock launches a European bitcoin ETP, while Trump Media partners with Crypto.com. Bitcoin ETFs hit 7 days of inflows, signaling revived institutional momentum. RESOURCES https://cryptonews.com/news/sbi-group-to-launch-usdc-stable...

Today’s episode is a special deep-dive into Solana with never-before-republished interviews featuring Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana. These conversations, recorded in April and September of 2021, give us a rare look at Solana’s origin, growth, and vision — directly from the mind behind the project. As Solana makes headlines in 2025 with renewed controversy and rising prices, it’s a fittin...

LG shuts down its NFT platform as the market continues to decline. Bakkt names a new co-CEO and partners with DTR. Paul Atkins’ Senate hearing could steer SEC policy further pro-crypto. Australia announces a national crypto strategy, while North Korea’s Lazarus Group now holds more Bitcoin than Tesla. Ripple critics still debate decentralization. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/347431/lg-to...

The SEC drops its lawsuit against Ripple, fueling XRP ETF speculation. Bitnomial moves forward with XRP futures, and Kraken acquires NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion. Pakistan advances crypto regulations, Uniswap allocates $165.5 million for growth, and Solana futures ETFs launch, increasing the likelihood of a spot Solana ETF approval soon. RESOURCES https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/03/20/ripple...

Coinbase launches Verified Pools for verified users, while Ethereum plans to retire the Holesky testnet. South Korea seeks a 10-year sentence for a Haru Invest attacker. The Digital Chamber undergoes leadership changes, Raydium develops a memecoin launchpad, and Bitcoin ETFs see three days of inflows, signaling renewed investor interest. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/346934/coinbase-launc...

Tether expands its stake in Bitcoin miner Bitdeer, North Korea amasses the third-largest state-held Bitcoin reserve, and South Korea pilots its CBDC. Meanwhile, Offchain Labs launches Onchain Labs for Arbitrum developers, Metaplanet increases its Bitcoin holdings, and MicroStrategy signals a bullish reversal. Plus, key economic indicators to watch. RESOURCES https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/0...

A breakdown of the latest crypto market trends, including Bitcoin’s slowdown, altcoin movements, and market sentiment. Discussion on emotional resilience in investing, Chamath Palihapitiya’s insights on downturns, and the debate over Social Security investments in the S&P 500. Plus, listener questions, community updates, and St. Patty’s Day vibes. RESOURCES https://x.com/amitisinvesting/status...

FTX loses a court battle to Three Arrows Capital, raising its claim to $1.53B. ZKsync ends its Ignite rewards early. Ethereum launches Hoodi testnet Pectra upgrade. BlackRock’s BUIDL token surpasses $1B in assets. Argentina seeks an Interpol Red Notice for Hayden Davis over a memecoin linked to President Milei. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/346298/us-court-allows-3ac-to-expand-ftx-claim-t...

Ripple secures its first Middle East license in Dubai, Binance lands a $2B investment from MGX, and OKX expands in Europe. The SEC delays crypto ETF decisions, while Russia proposes a high-net-worth investor crypto program. Bolivia turns to crypto for energy payments amid a dollar shortage. Crypto regulations keep shifting globally. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/346053/ripple-gains-regula...

Kyle and I are back for another live discussion. I really enjoy these talks because I don't know Kyle's opinion or where his head is at, so we both learn a lot about the topics of the day. I hope you do too. The Strategic Bitcoin Reserve The biggest news of the week came from an announcement regarding a U.S. government-controlled Bitcoin reserve. President Donald Trump initially tweeted about form...

Clearstream will launch crypto custody and settlement services, aligning with EU regulations. Offchain Labs plans to buy ARB tokens for Arbitrum’s treasury. El Salvador and Paraguay signed a crypto regulatory pact. Leveraged ETF trading on MicroStrategy surged amid stock declines. Mt. Gox moved $905M in BTC, sparking speculation on creditor repayments. RESOURCES https://www.bloomberg.com/news/arti...

This episode breaks down the power of consistent S&P 500 investing, major crypto policy shifts, and global financial moves. We cover Utah’s crypto bill, HUD’s blockchain debate, banking giants embracing Bitcoin, and Singapore’s crypto futures launch. Plus, market insights with Craig Cobb on recent investment trends and outflows. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/345390/utah-scraps-bitcoin...

Sam Bankman-Fried’s jailhouse interview revealed prison life, bartering with muffins, and his uncertain future. His crisis manager quit over the interview, fueling speculation about a Trump pardon. Meanwhile, Trump’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve order sparks debate, Texas pushes its own Bitcoin fund, and the FBI hunts a fugitive using Tether for money laundering. RESOURCES https://decrypt.co/309032/p...

Binance is shutting down its P2P Cash Zone, pushing users toward digital payments. Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade nears mainnet after testnet fixes. The SEC drops its case against Cumberland DRW amid regulatory shifts. Alexis Ohanian joins a bid for TikTok. Bitcoin ETFs see volatility, while El Salvador and Metaplanet continue BTC accumulation. RESOURCES https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/210768360...

Trump’s 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada sent markets into chaos, wiping out $1.8 trillion in stocks and crypto. Global trade tensions escalated as China, Canada, and Mexico retaliated. Economists warn of inflation, job losses, and recession risks. Elon Musk backs Trump’s policies, urging patience amid economic uncertainty. More tariffs loom. RESOURCES https://www.yahoo.com/news/us-tariffs-mexico-...

The past week in crypto saw major developments from Ethereum conferences to market volatility. At Mountain DAO and ETH Denver, builders focused on AI’s role in crypto. Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) are gaining traction, with projects like Fluence and Glow Foundation pushing blockchain beyond finance. Geopolitical tensions have led to Bitcoin’s price swings, but long-term p...

Bitcoin ETFs face record outflows as crypto markets tumble, while the SEC drops its lawsuit against Coinbase and clarifies that memecoins aren’t securities—potentially triggering new tax implications. MetaMask announces support for Bitcoin and Solana, and Web3 innovation surges at Hong Kong’s EasyA Hackathon. What’s next for crypto amid market uncertainty? RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/34...

Ethereum's Dencun upgrade is set to lower Layer 2 fees, while U.S. traders await regulatory shifts. Bitcoin ETFs see massive outflows, driving prices down. Solana and Aptos ETFs gain traction, and the FBI seeks help tracking stolen crypto. Meanwhile, SEC lawsuits stall, hinting at shifting regulatory attitudes under Trump. RESOURCES https://www.theblock.co/post/343715/blackrock-ibit-spot-bitcoin-e...