ECB eyes onchain settlements next year as lawmakers weigh digital euro privacy
The European Central Bank plans to enable on-chain settlements using distributed ledger technology in 2026 as it prepares for the potential issuance of a digital euro.
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Japan Tightens, America Eases: Which Central Bank Really Moves Markets Now? | US Crypto News
Japan’s central bank tightening has a more significant impact on the crypto market than the US Federal Reserve’s easing, due to the leverage factor and funding availability.
Zcash Price Awaits Direction Despite Arthur Hayes Favoring Its Privacy Model — But Why?
Zcash price struggles to find direction despite Arthur Hayes’ endorsement of its privacy model, leaving many to wonder why the token is not gaining traction.
Election Year Politics Threaten Bipartisan Crypto Bill Push
Bipartisan crypto legislation faces a critical juncture due to competing pressures from the crypto industry and banks, with lawmakers warning that the window for action closes by March.
SEC Labels Third-Party Bitcoin Mining a ‘Security’ in $48M Fraud Bust
The U.S. SEC has classified third-party Bitcoin mining contracts as securities in a $48 million fraud case, providing clarity on its stance on investment agreements related to cryptocurrency mining.
Zcash (ZEC) Jumps 12% in Most Unusual Comeback
Zcash (ZEC) sees a massive 12% price rebound, helping it retain year-to-date growth amid a broader altcoin meltdown, showcasing its resilience and potential in a volatile cryptocurrency market.
Ripple USD Stablecoin Deletes $500,000 From Circulation in Sudden On-Chain Move
Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin burns 500,000 tokens and expands to Optimism, Base, and Unichain through a partnership with Wormhole, signaling a serious push into the multi-chain DeFi space.
A holiday guide to explaining crypto to your relatives
A holiday guide to explaining cryptocurrency to your non-expert relatives, including tips on where to start, relatable analogies, and addressing skepticism.
House Republicans Urge IRS to Overhaul Crypto Staking Tax Rules—Before 2025 Ends
House Republicans urge Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to overhaul IRS crypto staking tax rules before 2026, citing uncertainty and undue burdens for taxpayers.
Wells Fargo To Hand Out $1,300,000 Over Lawsuit Alleging Bank Sent Improper Letters to Customers
Wells Fargo agrees to distribute $1.3 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging the bank sent improper and misleading letters to mortgage customers in West Virginia.