A decline in foot traffic on British high streets threatens to worsen as retailers fear Trump tariffs will have a chilling effect. Retailers Fear Trump Tariffs Will Worsen Footfall on UK High Streets Shoppers stayed away from the UK high street in March, with footfall declining 5% and stores warning that...

Prosecutors assure the court that a recent memo from the US Department of Justice will not impact Do Kwon's ongoing trial, despite its implications on crypto enforcement priorities. DOJ Crypto Enforcement Memo Has No Bearing on Do Kwon’s Criminal Case, Prosecutors Say. The U.S. Department of Justice's recent memo narrowing its...

As regulatory frameworks thaw around digital assets, tokenized securities face complex challenges that require a holistic approach to compliance with the Investment Company Act and broker-dealer rules. By understanding these complexities, developers can create projects that balance economic and technological benefits with regulatory requirements. Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of Tokenized...

Tokenized gold market surges to nearly $2 billion amid tariff fears and geopolitical tensions, offering a safe-haven play for investors seeking diversification. The market capitalization of gold-backed tokens has surged to almost $2 billion, outperforming most crypto sectors in market cap growth since Trump's inauguration. A recent report by CEX.IO highlights...

Renowned crypto market maker Portofino Technologies has witnessed a surprise departure of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Mark Blackborough, who had joined the company just last September. The sudden change may raise questions about the firm's long-term strategic goals. Portofino Technologies CFO Mark Blackborough Left the Business Mark Blackborough, the chief...

A bitcoin-focused life insurance firm secures $40M in funding to expand globally, offering innovative solutions to shield policyholders from inflation and currency risk. A Bitcoin-focused startup offering life insurance and annuities denominated in bitcoin (BTC) has secured a significant investment to accelerate its global rollout. The firm, Meanwhile, raised $40 million...

Aptos' Ash Pampati navigates the challenges of differentiation in a volatile market, focusing on grassroots builders and strategic areas of asset tokenization, payments, and decentralized infrastructure to drive adoption and growth. The Challenge of Differentiation In an increasingly skeptical market, Aptos faces a challenge of differentiation as a blockchain with Meta...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a new staff statement urging crypto companies to provide detailed disclosures if their tokens may be considered securities, emphasizing clarity about business operations and the role of tokens. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a new staff statement...

As regulatory tailwinds support digital assets under the new administration and institutional adoption continues to grow, it is essential for individuals and their advisors to consider strategies to mitigate potential estate taxes on bitcoin wealth. Bitcoin inheritance planning can be optimized using Bitcoin Life Insurance and Trusts. The recent surge...

Block Inc. has agreed to pay New York $40 million to settle accusations over money-laundering controls, marking the last state-based settlement involving Block's Cash App. $40 Million Settlement: Block Agrees to Fix Money-Laundering Controls The payments and blockchain firm has agreed to an outside monitor as it resolves its compliance with...