Crypto, AI growth could strain North American energy grids: NERC
North America faces energy challenges as cryptocurrency mining and AI data centers push electricity demand to unprecedented levels.
Russia bans crypto mining for 6 years in 10 regions
Russia’s key crypto mining regions like Irkutsk will enforce seasonal mining restrictions instead of originally proposed complete bans.
IRS doubles down on crypto staking taxes — Report
The US tax agency denied arguments from a second lawsuit brought by Joshua and Jessica Jarrett over staking rewards.
Crypto.com launches US institutional custody service
The move is part of the exchange’s broader plan to expand its US presence following the election of Donald Trump.
Binance Australia sued, Interpol issues Red Notice for Hex founder: Law Decoded
ASIC sues Binance Australia for misclassification of clients. Interpol targets Hex’s founder with a Red Notice. Tornado Cash updates emerge.
Malaysia flags Atomic Wallet as unauthorized operation
The wallet service provider was subjected to a more than $100 million hack in 2023.