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Latvia plans a one-time 10% crypto tax declaration window in 2027

Latvia's crypto tax window could boost transparency and compliance, aligning with EU standards and potentially attracting crypto businesses.

4 days ago · By JOHN CHEN

Qubic halts mainnet after wallet drain empties 1,404 accounts

The incident highlights vulnerabilities in third-party wallet software, impacting user trust and necessitating stronger security measures in decentralized networks.

5 days ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Starknet brings programmable privacy to Zcash-style assets

Starknet's privacy features could attract institutional interest by enabling compliant private transactions, enhancing DeFi's confidentiality.

5 days ago · By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Stablecoin payments climb 45% to $482B as Visa, Mastercard and Stripe bridge crypto and cash

The rise in stablecoin payments highlights a shift towards digital transactions, potentially reshaping financial systems and market dynamics.

5 days ago · By KAYE QUEMA

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Circle defends USDC model, reveals just 7 cents profit per dollar

Oct. 18, 2026

Circle defends USDC model, reveals just 7 cents profit per dollar

Circle's low profit margin highlights the tension between maintaining robust compliance infrastructure and competing with rivals offering higher payouts.

By JOHN CHEN

Cysic halts crypto bridge after unauthorized mint of 10M CYS

Oct. 18, 2026

Cysic halts crypto bridge after unauthorized mint of 10M CYS

The incident highlights the critical need for robust security in crypto bridges, affecting token value and user trust in cross-chain systems.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

El Salvador’s Bitcoin reserve tops 7,800 coins despite IMF limits

Oct. 18, 2026

El Salvador’s Bitcoin reserve tops 7,800 coins despite IMF limits

El Salvador's growing Bitcoin reserve highlights tensions between national financial strategies and international monetary regulations, impacting future IMF relations.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ

Thai police arrest Chinese suspect tied to alleged $75M crime network in Bangkok

Oct. 18, 2026

Thai police arrest Chinese suspect tied to alleged $75M crime network in Bangkok

The arrest highlights the need for international cooperation in tackling transnational crime and may prompt stricter financial regulations globally.

By JOHN CHEN

Justin Sun sells most of his ETH and moves into US stocks

Oct. 18, 2026

Justin Sun sells most of his ETH and moves into US stocks

Sun's shift from ETH to US stocks highlights a strategic pivot towards perceived stability and growth in tech, impacting crypto market dynamics.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

SOXL liquidations lead $52M chip-stock wipeout in 10 minutes while Wall Street was closed

Oct. 18, 2026

SOXL liquidations lead $52M chip-stock wipeout in 10 minutes while Wall Street was closed

Off-hours trading volatility highlights risks of leveraged positions, potentially deterring investors from perpetual contracts in semiconductor assets.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

Chainalysis: Italy, Portugal and Singapore hold 66.9% of tokenized US Treasuries

Oct. 18, 2026

Chainalysis: Italy, Portugal and Singapore hold 66.9% of tokenized US Treasuries

The dominance of foreign holders in tokenized US Treasuries highlights shifting global investment dynamics and potential impacts on US financial influence.

By KAYE QUEMA

Yuga Labs launches Mudwater trading cards on Solana for BAYC and MAYC holders

Oct. 17, 2026

Yuga Labs launches Mudwater trading cards on Solana for BAYC and MAYC holders

Yuga Labs' Mudwater launch on Solana could boost NFT market dynamics, enhance BAYC/MAYC value, and drive ApeCoin demand through trading activity.

By KAYE QUEMA

Bitcoin ETFs log $228M in weekly sales as monthly outflows near $618M

Oct. 17, 2026

Bitcoin ETFs log $228M in weekly sales as monthly outflows near $618M

Institutional shifts in Bitcoin ETF flows highlight market volatility and strategic reallocations, impacting broader cryptocurrency investment dynamics.

By VIVIAN NGUYEN

CIA deputy director says Bitcoin is a tool for intelligence collection

Oct. 17, 2026

CIA deputy director says Bitcoin is a tool for intelligence collection

Bitcoin's role in intelligence highlights privacy concerns, impacts illicit activity tracking, and influences global tech competition dynamics.

By ESTEFANO GOMEZ