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India and the EU have finalized a historic free trade agreement aimed at enhancing economic cooperation. It reduces tariffs on trade, notably benefiting textiles, cars, and pharmaceuticals. The pact signifies a strategic alignment and response to global trade challenges.

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court is set to review the ban on cryptocurrency donations in election campaigns, potentially shifting policy ahead of the 2026 elections. The ruling will assess its constitutionality, reflecting pressures for modern participation amidst concerns about transparency and fraud risks.

For most of crypto’s history, increasing visibility followed a familiar formula. Projects competed for Google rankings, invested heavily in keywords, backlinks, and press coverage, and hoped that enough users would click through to learn more and maybe buy some tokens. While that approach still

The EU is formulating a strong economic response to escalating tensions with the U.S. over Greenland, considering tariffs and restrictions that could total $100 billion. This situation has the potential to impact global markets, currencies, and investor sentiment while highlighting the broader implications of trade and diplomatic relations.

Bitcoin's rising prices in Iran reflect the plummeting value of the rial rather than global market dynamics. Economic pressures and limited access to foreign currency have heightened interest in Bitcoin as a savings alternative, despite regulatory challenges and ongoing sanctions.

The social media platform X is under scrutiny from UK and Australian governments due to misuse of AI tools, particularly involving a chatbot that generates harmful content. Canada, however, clarifies it won't pursue a ban but will review regulations on harmful AI. The discussion touches on free speech versus platform safety.

China's central bank increased its gold reserves for the 14th consecutive month, totaling approximately 74.15 million troy ounces by December 2025. This strategy underlines China's aim to diversify assets amid global economic uncertainties and reflects a commitment to long-term financial stability.

Paxful Holdings Inc. pleaded guilty to facilitating illegal activities via its crypto trading platform, resulting in a $4 million fine. The company processed $3 billion in trades between 2017-2019 but lacked compliance measures, allowing money laundering and fraud.

XRP surged 11% to $2.39, driven by improved market sentiment as Bitcoin and Ethereum rose. Factors influencing this rebound include tighter supply dynamics, U.S. regulatory clarity, and the potential for ETF filings, highlighting XRP's volatility as a high-beta asset.

Online crypto platforms have developed alongside the rest of the digital asset industry, although one aspect has not changed significantly: Bitcoin continues to hold dominance as the primary wagering currency. Meanwhile, more

In December 2025, Trust Wallet faced a serious security breach affecting its Chrome extension, leading to nearly $7 million in losses for 2,596 wallet addresses. The company quickly initiated a reimbursement process, requiring claim verification to combat fraud and ensure accurate payouts. Users are urged to follow official channels for claims to avoid phishing scams.

Sberbank has initiated a pilot corporate loan backed by cryptocurrency, marking a significant shift in Russia's banking system. The loan, involving Bitcoin miner Intelion Data JSC, offers flexibility and liquidity without forcing asset sales, while also preparing for future regulatory clarity.

Robinhood's "Hood Holidays" promotion offers a $500,000 Dogecoin giveaway and prizes like Rolex watches. However, users faced app issues, with countdown screens failing and rewards missed, leading to frustration despite the lack of reported incidents on Robinhood's status page.

Silver reached a record high of $75.14 an ounce due to expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts, a weaker dollar, and geopolitical concerns. Coupled with lower liquidity and strong industrial demand, forecasts predict silver could hit $90 in 2026.

Coinbase has enhanced blockchain interoperability by enabling Solana token transfers via its Base network using a Chainlink bridge. This allows direct movement of SOL and related tokens, simplifying interactions on decentralized finance platforms and fostering multi-chain development.

BlackRock has identified Bitcoin as a key investment theme for 2025, alongside U.S. Treasury bills and leading tech stocks, reflecting a shift toward viewing digital assets as essential to mainstream portfolios. The strong interest in its Bitcoin ETF suggests institutional commitment continues despite market volatility.

Ghana has taken a major step toward regulating digital assets after Parliament passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025. Lawmakers approved the bill on December 11, setting up the country’s first full legal framework for cryptocurrencies and related services. The move signals a shift f

Bybit has relaunched its cryptocurrency exchange services in the UK, offering over 100 trading pairs. After exiting in 2023 due to new FCA regulations, Bybit's return reflects confidence in the UK's evolving crypto regulations and aims to meet local compliance standards while enhancing market competition.

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Michael Selig as the new Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, marking a notable moment for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. Lawmakers approved Selig’s nomination on Thursday, placing a well known pro-crypto voice at the head of one of th

Coinbase has launched stock trading for U.S. users, marking a shift to an all-in-one financial platform. Users can buy stocks with USD Coin, integrating crypto with equities. This move places Coinbase in competition with established trading platforms while facing regulatory challenges ahead.