Zerohash Lands MiCA License Amid $2B Mastercard Acquisition Rumors
Zerohash secures EU MiCA license as Mastercard reportedly pursues $2 billion acquisition of the crypto infrastructure provider.
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French Parliament Advances Tax on Crypto as 'Unproductive Wealth'
French lawmakers approved an amendment to tax cryptocurrency holdings as "unproductive wealth" alongside gold, art, and luxury items.
US Lawmakers Push Crypto Market Structure Bill Despite Government Shutdown
US senators continue negotiations on crypto market structure legislation despite the government shutdown, aiming for passage before 2026.
Sam Altman's World Brings 'Proof of Human' IDs to FIFA, NFL, and Pudgy Penguins Games
World's proof-of-human technology is coming to FIFA, NFL, and Pudgy Penguin-branded games to verify real players.
Mastercard in Advanced Talks to Acquire Crypto Infrastructure Startup ZeroHash for Nearly $2 Billion
Mastercard is in late-stage negotiations to acquire crypto and stablecoin infrastructure provider ZeroHash for up to $2 billion, marking one of the payment giant's biggest bets on blockchain technology and stablecoins.
European Central Bank Targets 2029 Launch for Digital Euro Amid Legislative Uncertainty
The European Central Bank announced plans to potentially launch its digital euro by 2029, pending legislative approval expected by 2026.
Australian Regulator Expands Digital Asset Oversight with Updated Guidance
Australian regulator ASIC classifies stablecoins and wrapped tokens as financial products requiring licenses under updated digital asset guidance.
Polymarket Plans US Relaunch in November With Sports Betting Focus
Prediction platform Polymarket is set to resume US operations in November with a sports betting emphasis.
Rep. Ro Khanna Introduces Legislation to Ban Government Officials From Crypto Trading
Rep. Ro Khanna plans to introduce legislation banning government officials from trading cryptocurrency and stocks amid concerns over Trump family ties to World Liberty Financial.
Michael Selig Confirms CFTC Nomination Amid Leadership Vacancy and Senate Uncertainty
Trump nominates SEC official Michael Selig to chair the CFTC as the agency struggles with vacant leadership positions.
Japan's First Yen-Backed Stablecoin JPYC Launches With Dedicated Platform
Japan's first yen-backed stablecoin JPYC launches with dedicated issuance platform, aiming for 10 trillion yen circulation within three years.
Javier Milei's Crypto-Friendly Party Wins Argentina's Midterm Elections
Milei's crypto-friendly party secures 40% of midterm votes despite Libra token scandal fallout.