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UK Regulates Buy Now Pay Later Lenders with Stricter Checks from 2026
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UK Regulates Buy Now Pay Later Lenders with Stricter Checks from 2026

Starting in 2026, UK Buy Now Pay Later lenders face FCA oversight, introducing stronger consumer protections and tighter affordability checks that may impact checkout approvals.

Dormant 2018 Bitcoin Whale Moves $188 Million, Highlighting Old Supply Trends
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Dormant 2018 Bitcoin Whale Moves $188 Million, Highlighting Old Supply Trends

A Bitcoin wallet inactive since 2018 transferred 3,000 BTC worth approximately $188 million, drawing attention to long-dormant supply and its impact on market dynamics.

Ethereum Whales Accumulate Over $153 Million Amid Price Weakness Below $1,750
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Ethereum Whales Accumulate Over $153 Million Amid Price Weakness Below $1,750

Despite Ethereum's price holding near $1,750, large investors have been actively buying, signaling confidence even as technical indicators point to continued market weakness.

CleanSpark Secures $6.6 Billion Data Center Lease to Expand Beyond Bitcoin Mining
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CleanSpark Secures $6.6 Billion Data Center Lease to Expand Beyond Bitcoin Mining

CleanSpark signed a 20-year lease for a major data center project, signaling its shift from bitcoin mining to high-performance computing for large-scale AI and cloud clients.

China Proposes Tougher Legal Standards for Crypto Money Laundering Cases
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China Proposes Tougher Legal Standards for Crypto Money Laundering Cases

China’s top prosecutors recommend treating cryptocurrency mixers and privacy coins as evidence of laundering intent, shifting proof burdens and adopting blockchain data in court.

Bitcoin Surges Near $64,000 as US Inflation Drops, but Traders Warn of Resistance
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Bitcoin Surges Near $64,000 as US Inflation Drops, but Traders Warn of Resistance

Bitcoin rallied past $64,000 following a significant US inflation decline, yet traders remain cautious, pointing to strong resistance that could limit further gains.

Malta Seeks New Regulatory Pathway for Prediction Markets After Crypto Experience
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Malta Seeks New Regulatory Pathway for Prediction Markets After Crypto Experience

Malta aims to create a unique legal framework for prediction markets, following its earlier attempt to pioneer bespoke crypto regulation amid EU-wide challenges.

EthSystems launches privacy platform to enable secure institutional use on Ethereum
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EthSystems launches privacy platform to enable secure institutional use on Ethereum

EthSystems debuts with backing from major investors to deliver privacy and compliance solutions that allow regulated institutions to transact securely on Ethereum.

Korean Stock Market Collapse Drives Surge in Bitcoin and XRP Trading on Upbit
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Korean Stock Market Collapse Drives Surge in Bitcoin and XRP Trading on Upbit

As South Korea’s stock market experiences a sharp selloff, trading volumes on crypto exchange Upbit skyrocketed, led by Bitcoin and XRP amid widespread retail panic.

Crypto Exchanges Narrow Wall Street Gap as MEXC Surpasses $7 Billion in SpaceX Futures
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Crypto Exchanges Narrow Wall Street Gap as MEXC Surpasses $7 Billion in SpaceX Futures

MEXC's report reveals a seamless crypto trading experience spanning SpaceX’s private to public equity phases, highlighting a growing trend of exchanges integrating traditional assets offshore.

Bitcoin Bear Market Expected to Bottom Again When Key RSI Indicator Hits Zero in 2026
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Bitcoin Bear Market Expected to Bottom Again When Key RSI Indicator Hits Zero in 2026

A trader predicts Bitcoin’s 2026 bear market will end once the two-month stochastic RSI reaches zero, repeating historical patterns seen in past cycles.

Interpol Busts $122M Crypto Network Linked to Romance Scam Laundering
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Interpol Busts $122M Crypto Network Linked to Romance Scam Laundering

Interpol uncovered a vast money-laundering network using cryptocurrencies to move over $122 million in proceeds from romance scams, leading to global arrests across 97 countries.