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Bitcoin Tops $83K as US-Iran Peace Hopes Spark Global Market Rally
Bitcoin climbed above $83,000 on October 20 as reports of a potential US-Iran peace deal lifted investor sentiment. However, conflicting accounts raised doubts about whether Washington and Tehran were close...
US Eyes $1B Iran-Linked Crypto Seizure as Treasury Steps Up Pressure
The US could seize about $1 billion in Iran-linked cryptocurrency this week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, as Washington intensifies efforts to restrict Tehran’s access to funds. Speaking at a...
US-Iran Talks Focus on Phased Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
U.S. and Iranian negotiators are weighing a phased agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal would link restored shipping access with Washington easing its economic blockade against...
US Sanctions Iran’s BitBank, Zanjani Associates Over Crypto Network
The US Treasury Department has sanctioned BitBank and several people linked to Iranian financier Babak Zanjani, accusing them of helping operate a cryptocurrency network used to evade sanctions. The Office...
Lummis Revives US Bitcoin Reserve Push as House Advances Crypto Bills
Senator Cynthia Lummis renewed efforts to establish a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve on Wednesday, following the CLARITY Act’s failure to advance in the Senate on September 15. House lawmakers meanwhile...
Crypto Clarity Act Fails Senate Vote, Stalling US Market Rules Push
The Crypto Clarity Act failed to win enough Senate support Tuesday, falling short of the 60 votes needed to advance the legislation. The setback stalls Congress’ effort to establish a...
U.S. Strikes Three Iranian Oil Tankers After Missile Attacks on Warships
The U.S. military struck three Iranian oil tankers on Sept. 5 after Iran fired missiles toward two American warships. CENTCOM said its forces disabled two carriers near Kharg Island and...
US, UK Join Forces to Crack Down on Global Crypto Scam Centers
The US and UK are moving to disrupt scam centers as crypto fraud drains billions from victims. The alliance targets networks involved in fraud, money laundering and human trafficking. The...
US Seizes $560,000 in Crypto Linked to Hamas Fundraising Network
The U.S. Justice Department seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency linked to Hamas as authorities moved to disrupt the group’s fundraising operations. According to a September 1 announcement by the...
Hyperliquid Eyes US Comeback With Regulated Perpetual Futures Deal
Hyperliquid Labs is in advanced talks with Payward to offer regulated perpetual futures to US traders, potentially giving American customers access through a CFTC-regulated exchange. Under the proposed arrangement, Payward...
Kraken’s Krak Unveils Debit Card for 600+ Crypto and Cash Assets
Krak’s new US debit card lets users spend crypto and cash, earn up to 2% cashback and manage multiple balances without taking on debt.
Hyperliquid Eyes US Market as Regulators Weigh Path for Perpetuals
Hyperliquid is seeking a US regulatory path as derivatives activity slows, while investors continue buying its HYPE token.
US Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchanges Over Alleged Illicit Finance
The U.S. sanctioned two Iranian crypto exchanges, alleging they helped Tehran evade sanctions through shadow banking and illicit financial networks.
