Crypto industry leaders told Cointelegraph about the key narratives emerging in 2025, from some of the safest crypto investments to more speculative bets. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-investments-2025-bitcoin-ai-rwa?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Month: January 2025
How to buy a home with a crypto-backed loan
Discover platforms offering crypto-backed mortgages, allowing you to use digital assets like BTC and ETH to finance real estate purchases without selling your holdings. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/how-to-buy-a-home-with-a-crypto-backed-loan?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Meme Coins, L1s, and Stablecoins—Coin Metrics Breaks Down 2024’s Crypto Revolution
The year 2024 marked a pivotal chapter in the cryptocurrency market, characterized by unprecedented developments, record-breaking milestones, and evolving trends, as reported by Coin Metrics’ “State of the Network” analysis by Tanay Ved. Inside 2024’s Crypto Transformation The cryptocurrency industry experienced substantial growth in 2024, spurred by the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/meme-coins-l1s-and-stablecoins-coin-metrics-breaks-down-2024s-crypto-revolution/
Singapore to become Asia’s next crypto hub with “risk-adjusted” regulation
Singapore’s crypto-friendly regulations and doubling of licenses in 2024 position it as a growing hub for blockchain innovation. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/singapore-crypto-licenses-web3-blockchain-leader?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Illegal crypto ads prevail in UK despite FCA warning
Only 54% of the 1,702 alerts issued by the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority resulted in illegal crypto ads being taken down. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/illegal-crypto-ads-united-kingdom-fca?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Crypto Conundrum: Aussie Treasurer Chalmers Pushes for Balance Between Regulation and Innovation
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes cryptocurrency can modernize the country’s financial system. RBA Governor Skeptical of Bitcoin Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers says cryptocurrency can help modernize the country’s financial system and should not be hindered by excessive regulation. While acknowledging legitimate concerns about crypto’s use by criminals, Chalmers noted that Donald Trump’s re-election has prompted […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-conundrum-aussie-treasurer-chalmers-pushes-for-balance-between-regulation-and-innovation/
China tightens crypto trade oversight with new Forex rules
China’s new forex rules require Chinese banks to track identity, fund sources, and trading frequencies to curb cross-border crypto activities. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/china-banks-crypto-transaction-scrutiny?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Genius Group Advances Bitcoin-First Strategy, Accumulates 319.4 BTC Through New Purchases
Genius Group, an AI-based educational tech company, has purchased $10 million worth of bitcoin to further its “bitcoin first” strategy. The company aims to invest 90% or more of its reserves in bitcoin, striving to reach an initial target of $120 million. Genius Group Moves to Acquire $10 Million in BTC, Deepens Bitcoin First Strategy […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/genius-group-advances-bitcoin-first-strategy-accumulates-319-4-btc-through-new-purchases/
IRS issues temporary relief on crypto cost-basis method changes
The IRS’ new rules could have been “disastrous” for crypto taxpayers during the bull market, a crypto tax executive said. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/irs-united-states-temporary-relief-crypto-tax-cost-basis-methods?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Hive Digital moves HQ to Texas citing supportive climate under Trump
Bitcoin miner Hive Digital will move its headquarters from Vancouver to Texas, saying Trump will make Bitcoin mining great again. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/hive-digital-moves-hq-texas-citing-supportive-climate-under-trump?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound