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FINMA Approves Switzerland’s First Bitcoin ETF for Retail
FINMA has authorized Switzerland’s first spot Bitcoin ETF for retail investors under a regulatory exemption. The product offers exchange-traded Bitcoin exposure with enhanced custody safeguards, but fees, volatility, and local eligibility still require careful review.
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US Stablecoin Rules: What the GENIUS Act Means for Crypto
The US Treasury has finalized stablecoin rules under the GENIUS Act, creating clearer standards for reserves, disclosures, and issuer oversight. The framework could accelerate institutional adoption and strengthen the foundation for blockchain-based payments.
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Tether Backs Bolivian Fintech Expanding USDT Payments
Tether has invested in Peso, a Bolivian fintech bringing USDT stablecoin payments to food delivery services and local banking. The partnership will support expansion across four Latin American markets, highlighting growing real-world stablecoin adoption.
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CFTC Chair Pushes for Uniform US Crypto Regulations
The CFTC chair is pushing for unified federal crypto regulations to replace the current patchwork of state-level rules. This move could bring clarity, attract institutions, and reshape America’s crypto landscape.
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France Pushes for Stricter MiCA Rules on Crypto Influencers and DeFi
France’s Treasury, AMF, Bank of France, and ACPR have jointly proposed stricter MiCA rules targeting crypto influencers, unlicensed platforms, DeFi protocols, and stablecoins. These proposals could reshape the European crypto regulatory landscape and offer stronger consumer protections across the EU.
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Cardano Foundation Pushes Back Against EU DeFi Rules
The Cardano Foundation has asked EU regulators to avoid expanding MiCA rules to DeFi and staking, warning that broader rules could create legal uncertainty and push crypto innovation out of Europe. The debate highlights the ongoing tension between consumer protection and decentralized technology.
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Solana Alpenglow Upgrade Is Now Live on Mainnet
Solana has activated Alpenglow on mainnet, replacing TowerBFT and targeting finality near 150 milliseconds. The upgrade could improve application responsiveness, although remaining components still need to be deployed.
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Six Blockchains Seek SEC Clarity on Token Classification
Cardano, Chainlink, Hedera, Avalanche, Stellar, and Aptos are asking the SEC to recognize their native tokens as digital commodities. The proposal could reshape how U.S. regulators distinguish network infrastructure tokens from securities.