Belarus President Lukashenko Urges Clearer Rules for Crypto
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has urged lawmakers and regulators to establish a clearer and more comprehensive framework for cryptocurrencies, signaling a possible shift in the country’s stance toward digital assets. Speaking at a government meeting this week, Lukashenko highlighted the growing role of crypto in the global financial system and called for Belarus to avoid […]
South Korea Sets Crypto Lending Rates at 20%
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) has rolled out new rules that place tighter limits on the country’s booming crypto lending industry. Under the guidelines, lending platforms must cap annual interest rates at 20% and are no longer allowed to offer leveraged loans, where borrowers take out more than the value of their collateral to […]
Sora Ventures Launches Asia’s First $1 Billion Bitcoin Treasury Fund
Venture capital firm Sora Ventures has announced the launch of a groundbreaking $1 billion Bitcoin treasury fund, marking a major milestone for institutional adoption of digital assets in Asia. The initiative was unveiled during Taipei Blockchain Week and aims to acquire $1 billion worth of Bitcoin within the next six months, supported by an initial […]
Gemini Unveils New Derivatives and ETH, SOL Staking Products Across Europe
Gemini has unveiled a new wave of products in Europe, rolling out derivatives and staking services for Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL). The move marks a major step in the company’s expansion strategy as it builds a comprehensive, regulated crypto platform for investors across the European Union and European Economic Area. The exchange’s staking service […]
EU Lawmakers Skeptical of Digital Euro as ECB Revamps Its Pitch
The European Central Bank (ECB) is making a renewed effort to convince policymakers of the need for a digital euro, but skepticism among European Union lawmakers remains strong. While central bankers argue the project is vital for financial resilience and sovereignty, many parliamentarians continue to question both its necessity and its potential risks. During a […]