Key Takeaways: The Federal Police arrested MC Ryan SP in a $320M crypto laundering ring, with suspects facing charges next. Operation Narco Fluxo busted a $320M crypto ring across 8 states, seizing assets to possibly compensate victims next. In November, Fernando Haddad noted Brazil will increasingly target future illicit crypto flows next. Operation Narco Fluxo
Key Takeaways: The FCA opened consultation CP26/13 on April 15, 2026, giving firms until June 3 to respond on crypto perimeter rules. Exchanges, custodians, and stablecoin issuers must secure FSMA Part 4A authorization before the October 25, 2027 deadline. The FCA authorization gateway opens September 30, 2026, giving firms 18 months to complete applications before
Key Takeaways: Iran’s $1 bitcoin toll per oil barrel proposal bypasses weaponized fiat, fueling a shift to apolitical rails next. Bitwise CIO Hougan claims the $20M hypothetical daily toll proves bitcoin will soon act as both gold and currency. If bitcoin captures this new dual role, Hougan calls to update his $1M, 17% market share
Key Takeaways: Steak ‘n Shake announced a bitcoin milkshake on X. Marketing around BTC points to deeper crypto brand alignment. Conference-linked updates could widen Steak ‘n Shake’s bitcoin push. Steak ‘n Shake Expands Bitcoin Menu Corporate engagement with BTC-linked branding is increasingly shaping how consumer companies approach digital asset narratives. Fast food chain Steak ‘n
Key Takeaways: Warren flagged Elon Musk’s X Money launch as posing consumer and security risks. Concerns tie X expansion to crypto rules and oversight gaps under the GENIUS Act. The letter calls for congressional attention as X moves further into financial services. Elizabeth Warren Targets X Money Over Risks and Oversight Gaps Digital payments and
PRESS RELEASE. April 15, 2026 – The instant crypto exchange model is rapidly gaining traction as demand increases for faster and more efficient digital asset transactions. CCE.Cash is entering this growing segment with a platform designed to enable fast cross chain swaps, low fee transactions, and simplified crypto exchange execution across multiple blockchain networks. Instant
Senator Bam Aquino is urging the House of Representatives to pass the Citizen Access and Disclosure of Expenditures for National Accountability (CADENA) Act, a proposed measure that would use blockchain technology to track government spending and combat corruption. In a public statement released during the current tax filing season, Aquino highlighted the public’s demand for
Key Takeaways: Danmarks Nationalbank found 4% of Danes owned crypto in 2025, showing ownership has stalled since 2023. Most local investors hold BTC or ETH, though Danish bank caution keeps adoption below 11% in Norway. Future trading will likely center on MiCA authorized platforms as only a small share use private wallets. Demographic Trends and
Senator Bam Aquino filed Senate Bill No. 2047 on Thursday, seeking to reduce the country’s value-added tax (VAT) from 12 percent to 10 percent to mitigate the economic impact of the ongoing Middle East fuel crisis. Filed on April 16, 2026, the proposed measure aims to amend Sections 106 (A), 107 (A), and 108 (A)
What changed, specifically The following guest post was written by Farhan Haider (@iamFHG), Verse Community Member The rescission letter does not hand banks an open mandate. It permits regulated banks to provide services to VASPs registered with PVARA, and it sets conditions. Client crypto funds must sit in segregated accounts, separated from standard client deposits.