Vitalik Buterin Pushes for Release of Virgil Griffith, Tornado Cash Developers

Vitalik Buterin has called for intervention in the legal battles of Roman Storm. He and the crypto community voices have also called for Virgil Griffith and Alexey Pertsev. The call came after President Donald Trump pardoned Ross Ulbricht. Silk Road Creator Release Sparks Vitalik’s Call for Justice No man left behind.@rstormsf and @alex_pertsev next. Tornado…

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KuCoin to Pay $300M Settlement for US Licensing Violations

The settlement includes substantial financial penalties with executives agreeing to individual forfeitures, highlighting increased scrutiny of offshore exchanges. The pattern of regulatory challenges spans multiple jurisdictions, including previous restrictions in New York, Canada, and temporary limitations in India. The timing coincides with broader crypto enforcement actions, though potential policy shifts loom under the new Trump…

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Bitcoin Eyes $112K as ETF Inflows and FOMC Tailwinds Fuel Rally

Institutional demand remains strong, with Bitcoin ETF inflows supporting bullish sentiment. The discussion around a US Bitcoin reserve adds long-term bullish fundamentals. Bitcoin whale movements suggest major market repositioning, increasing volatility risks. A breakout rally could push BTC toward $112,375 and $116,085. With the Federal Market Open Committee (FOMC) deciding to keep US Federal Rates…

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Trump Excludes Fed, FDIC from Crypto Working Group, Snubs Banking Watchdogs

The working group chaired by David Sacks sets 180-day deadline for agencies to review and recommend updates to crypto regulations and policies. The move follows accusations of Operation Choke Point 2.0, where regulators allegedly pressured banks to restrict services to crypto firms. The executive order explicitly prohibits CBDC development while promoting dollar-backed stablecoins, signaling shift…

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