Turkmenistan legalises crypto mining and exchanges in shift for economy
Legislation signed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov establishes a licensing scheme overseen by country’s central bank.
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South Korean crypto mogul Do Kwon pleads guilty to fraud
Cryptocurrency entrepreneur faces up to 25 years in prison over the $40bn collapse of the TerraUSD and Luna tokens.
Trump says newly signed crypto law will establish ‘American dominance’
White House features crypto industry leaders investigated by the government, as critics highlight Trump’s crypto ties.
US House sends crypto ‘GENIUS Act’ to Trump, in win for industry advocates
Advocates hope House bills will bring decentralised currency into US mainstream as Trump pushes ‘crypto week’.
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What is the US’s Crypto Week? Why has Bitcoin hit a record high?
A number of important digital asset laws are set to be voted on in the US this week.
US Senate passes stablecoin bill in milestone victory for crypto sector
If passed, it will establish for the first time a regulatory regime for stablecoins, a fast-rising financial product.
‘I invested in a Ponzi scheme’: Nigerians fall victim to crypto scams
Experts say financial illiteracy, lax regulations, greed, economic hardship make people susceptible to scam companies.
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What are ‘crypto kidnappings’ and why are they on the rise?
Attempted abductions of ‘crypto tycoons’ are becoming more frequent and insurance companies are cashing in.
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From: NewsFeed
Exploring Trump’s murky relationship with crypto
US President Donald Trump’s move to relax laws around cryptocurrency while promoting his own coins has been criticised.
Published On 30 May 2025
US Vice President Vance touts Trump’s crypto record at Bitcoin conference
Praise follows conflict of interest concerns after Trump launches his own coin and hosts a dinner for his investors.
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How has Bitcoin performed since Trump took office?
Bitcoin has surged 60 percent since Trump’s re-election in November 2024, reaching current highs of $111,000.
