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Minnesota Banks to Offer Crypto Custody as Law Takes Effect Aug. 1
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Minnesota Banks to Offer Crypto Custody as Law Takes Effect Aug. 1

Minnesota's new law allows banks and credit unions to provide crypto custody services starting Aug. 1, signaling regulatory progress in the U.S.

Bitcoin Depot (BTM) Faces Survival Doubts After $20M Legal Hit
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Bitcoin Depot (BTM) Faces Survival Doubts After $20M Legal Hit

Bitcoin Depot cites 'substantial doubt' over its future amid $20M legal judgments, revenue collapse, and regulatory challenges.

ICE, CME Push U.S. Regulators to Target Hyperliquid's Commodity Perps
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ICE, CME Push U.S. Regulators to Target Hyperliquid's Commodity Perps

ICE and CME call for tighter regulation of Hyperliquid's decentralized commodity derivatives, citing risks to energy markets.

Myanmar Proposes Life in Prison for Crypto Scammers
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Myanmar Proposes Life in Prison for Crypto Scammers

Myanmar's military government proposes severe penalties for crypto fraud, including life imprisonment and death, amid ongoing crypto ban.

A16z Calls for SEC Clarity on Tokenized Securities Framework
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A16z Calls for SEC Clarity on Tokenized Securities Framework

Andreessen Horowitz outlines principles for tokenized securities regulation, urging SEC to modernize rules while preserving market integrity.

CFTC Eases Reporting Rules for Prediction Markets Amid Jurisdiction Battle
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CFTC Eases Reporting Rules for Prediction Markets Amid Jurisdiction Battle

The CFTC grants regulatory relief to prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, offering clarity on event contract reporting amid federal-state disputes.

Polymarket (POLY) Volume Drops 8.9% Amid Rising Competition
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Polymarket (POLY) Volume Drops 8.9% Amid Rising Competition

Polymarket's April trading volume fell 8.9% to $10.2B as rivals like Kalshi gain ground, raising questions about the platform's U.S. expansion and regulatory hurdles.

South Korea Crypto Market Drops 50% as Stocks Surge
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South Korea Crypto Market Drops 50% as Stocks Surge

South Korea's crypto holdings plunged 50% in a year, with trading volumes collapsing as investors pivot to stocks and regulators tighten oversight.

Paxos Defines Six Layers for Stablecoin Payment Systems
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Paxos Defines Six Layers for Stablecoin Payment Systems

Paxos highlights the six critical layers for stablecoin payment infrastructure, addressing licensing, custody, and regulatory hurdles.

Circle Comments on OCC's GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
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Circle Comments on OCC's GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules

Circle weighs in on the OCC's proposed GENIUS Act rules, pushing for strong U.S. standards to guide global stablecoin adoption.

Kalshi, Hyperliquid Defy Dutch Ban as Polymarket Exit Raises Stakes
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Kalshi, Hyperliquid Defy Dutch Ban as Polymarket Exit Raises Stakes

Kalshi and Hyperliquid continue serving Dutch users despite Polymarket's February ban, highlighting regulatory gaps in Europe's crackdown on crypto prediction markets.

CFTC Receives 1,500 Comments on Prediction Market Regulation
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CFTC Receives 1,500 Comments on Prediction Market Regulation

The CFTC's proposed rule on prediction markets sparks debate, with 1,500 responses highlighting tensions between federal oversight and state regulation.

Crypto, AI PACs Pour Millions Into 2026 Midterms Amid Voter Distrust
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Crypto, AI PACs Pour Millions Into 2026 Midterms Amid Voter Distrust

Crypto and AI super PACs are spending heavily in the 2026 midterms, despite polling showing most Americans distrust both industries.

CFTC Sues Wisconsin Over Prediction Market Regulation Clash
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CFTC Sues Wisconsin Over Prediction Market Regulation Clash

The CFTC has sued Wisconsin, marking its fifth state-level legal battle to assert jurisdiction over prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket.

Japan Tightens AML Rules for Crypto in Real Estate Deals
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Japan Tightens AML Rules for Crypto in Real Estate Deals

Japan's regulators demand stricter AML checks for crypto use in property transactions, citing money laundering risks tied to international transfers.