As crypto exchanges scramble to list a Trump-linked coin under heightened scrutiny, Coinbase emphasizes its rigorous vetting process while denying any role in an alleged attack on Binance over a rival Trump-themed token. Meanwhile, Coinbase is taking legal action against Oregon officials for access to crypto policy records, and in Washington, Rep. Maxine Waters warns that pending crypto legislation could erode consumer protections and empower politically connected players.
This week, the US House of Representatives is holding a series of votes on three significant digital asset bills as part of a designated "Crypto Week." Lawmakers will consider the GENIUS Act, which addresses stablecoin regulation; the CLARITY Act, aimed at refining crypto market oversight; and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance Act. The votes are scheduled before Congress goes on recess, with stablecoin legislation expected to be addressed mid-week. The legislative push is seen as a defining moment for digital asset policy, with Republicans driving the agenda and Democrats calling for stronger governance safeguards and broader review.
India's Delhi High Court has raised concerns that cryptocurrencies could threaten the country's monetary stability by enabling recognized currency to flow into untraceable and opaque financial networks, potentially undermining the established financial system.
Hester Pierce, a commissioner at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has stated that the regulatory body does not have full jurisdiction to oversee meme coins.
Kazakhstan is planning to allocate a portion of its national reserves, including those managed by its wealth fund and central bank, into crypto assets. This move follows a global trend of sovereign funds diversifying into digital assets, with Kazakhstan drawing on the experiences of countries such as Norway, the United States, and those in the Middle East to inform its crypto investment strategy.
Digital asset investment products recorded $3.7 billion in inflows last week, the second-highest weekly total on record, according to data from CoinShares. The surge in inflows pushed total assets under management in crypto funds to $211 billion, reflecting strong institutional demand.
Grayscale Investments, a crypto-focused asset manager and subsidiary of Digital Currency Group, has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form S-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling plans for an initial public offering (IPO) and a potential listing on U.S. public markets. The confidential filing, submitted on July 14, 2025, allows Grayscale to explore new funding avenues such as stock or convertible note offerings and comes amid a resurgence in crypto company IPO activity. The process, permitted under the JOBS Act, enables companies to file preliminary paperwork without immediate public disclosure.
The long-anticipated CLARITY Act may significantly impact digital asset markets and potentially lead to increased institutional adoption, according to a note from Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer.
Bob Diamond, CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital, and David Schamis, CIO, announced the launch of Hyperliquid Strategies in partnership with Sonnet Biopharma, as discussed during their appearance on CNBC's 'Squawk Box.'
A previously unidentified donor known as “Aqua 1,” linked to Donald Trump’s DeFi project and associated with the UAE, has been revealed to be a disgraced Web3 firm. This development sheds light on one of the most unusual crypto–political funding trails to date.
At an African Union event, Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) chair Ola Olukoyede stated that corrupt politicians in Nigeria are hiding the proceeds of corruption in cryptocurrencies.
Crypto exchange Coinbase states that it conducts a "rigorous" vetting process before listing any new digital coin, aiming to protect customers by examining project participants and potential risks such as market manipulation or scams. Despite this, exchanges have rushed to list a coin associated with Donald Trump, resulting in both significant winners and losers among market participants.
Crypto exchanges earned $172 million from the TRUMP memecoin, which they listed on average just four days after its launch—significantly faster than the 129-day average for other major memecoins, according to a Reuters report.
The crypto payments industry is transitioning from a period of speculative excitement to a focus on building robust underlying infrastructure, according to Mike Romanenko, CVO and Co-founder of Kyrrex. This shift is expected to shape the next phase of the sector's development.
Crypto.com has introduced a new copy trading feature called the Whales Basket for its Stocks & ETF trading segment, available exclusively in the US. This feature enables users to mirror the investment strategies of prominent traders, aiming to provide an experience similar to following the approaches of legendary investors such as Warren Buffett.
MoonPay has partnered with Revolut Pay, enabling users in the UK and European Economic Area to buy digital assets with a single click directly from their Revolut accounts. This integration aims to simplify fiat-to-crypto transactions for both consumers and businesses, further connecting traditional finance and decentralized finance markets.
OKX has partnered with PayPal to enable users in the European Economic Area to buy and deposit cryptocurrencies directly through the PayPal platform.
Self-custody is increasingly important in the crypto sector, driven by concerns over centralization and changing regulations. Trezor, represented by Sebastien Gilquin, advocates for secure and user-friendly self-custody solutions to address these challenges.
The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has reached an all-time high of $3.8 trillion. If considered as a country, the crypto market would rank as the seventh-largest economy globally, just behind the United Kingdom in GDP terms.
Bitcoin rallied to a new all-time high above $120,000 over the weekend amid growing calls for U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to step down or be removed. The surge comes as speculation increases that a change in Fed leadership could lead to easier monetary policy, which is generally seen as positive for risk assets like cryptocurrencies.
Several notable cryptocurrency events are scheduled this week, including developments related to Base, the Sonic airdrop, and TRUMP token unlocks, all of which are expected to generate headlines and contribute to increased market volatility.
US financial agencies have highlighted key risks for banks considering offering crypto custody services, noting that one significant risk is the potential for liability if crypto assets are lost.
Hungary has amended its Criminal Code to criminalize trading or operating on unlicensed cryptocurrency exchanges, with penalties ranging from two to eight years in prison. The new law compels major fintech firms to freeze services for millions of users, leaving crypto investors unable to legally trade their assets and facing strict penalties for unlicensed activity.
A federal judge has dismissed Dolce & Gabbana USA Inc. from a class-action lawsuit related to its NFT project, ruling that the group pleading and shared branding were insufficient to prove the company controlled or misled participants in the project.
Retired DEA agent Bill Callahan told Cointelegraph that a combination of fear of missing out (FOMO) and insufficient regulatory oversight is fueling a "crypto crime supercycle," allowing bad actors to make numerous mistakes yet still earn significant profits.
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