Texas becomes the first US state to commit public funds to a standalone Bitcoin reserve, aiming to treat BTC as a long-term strategic asset.

Texas governor signs bill adding Bitcoin to official reserves

The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger global economic 
instability, with rising oil prices exacerbating inflationary pressures.
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Bitcoin crashes as Iranian Parliament approval of Hormuz Strait closure threatens oil disruption, stokes global inflation

Singapore is tightening its grip on crypto misconduct. Under new rules, 
unlicensed promotions or shady practices could lead to steep fines or prison 
time.

Break Singapore’s new crypto rules and you could face $200K fine or jail

Bank of Japan officials are beginning to acknowledge what once seemed 
outlandish: that cryptocurrencies could one day become a major part of 
everyday payments in Japan—and perhaps even challenge the yen itself. While 
they stress that such a shift won’t…

Japan’s central bank eyes crypto as contender in its post-cash economy

After U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday evening that the U.S. 
had launched successful airstrikes on Iran, trading activity tied to the 
Middle East conflict on prediction markets lit up like a pinball machine. 
Gamble of War: Traders Bet on Invasion, Regime Collapse, and Nuclear Deals 
That same evening, Trump shared that the U.S. […]

US Bombs Iran, and Now Everyone’s Wagering on What’s Next

Senator Lummis’ RISE Act may be a good start, but does it ask too much of 
doctors, lawyers and engineers — while shielding AI developers?