Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized the Federal Reserve for its lack of transparency, arguing that the current appointment of the Inspector General by the Fed Chair creates conflicts of interest. She supports a bill to allow the President to make this appointment to enhance accountability.

The SEC has launched an AI task force to enhance regulatory efficiency and innovation, led by Valerie Szczepanik. This initiative aims to centralize AI integration across the agency while addressing potential risks.

Ron Paul argues that the search for a new Federal Reserve chair overlooks deeper issues in U.S. monetary policy, such as soaring debt and political dysfunction. He emphasizes that reforms are unlikely regardless of who leads the Fed, advocating against central banking altogether.

Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows of $115 million, ending their positive streak, while ether ETFs recorded a $17 million inflow, marking 20 consecutive days of gains, highlighting diverging investor sentiment.

If you want to own a full bitcoin through dollar-cost averaging (DCA), 2025 may be your last realistic chance.
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Strategy executives fielded analyst questions on July 31, covering credit resilience, market positioning, and bitcoin accumulation during the firm’s Q2 2025 earnings call.
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While several companies, including Meta, invested billions to make the metaverse work, these investments failed to pay off, and industry titans have moved on. Was it a case of failed incentives, or is it still too early to call it off?
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Responding to the surging demand for transparency in decentralized finance (DeFi), Sonic Labs is boosting its onchain intelligence by integrating Bubblemaps V2, giving users better visibility into wallet behavior and token flows.
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed Nancy Pelosi's stock portfolio outperformed major hedge funds and Warren Buffett's in 2024. This statement followed the Senate's approval of the PELOSI Act aimed at prohibiting lawmakers from trading stocks.

Tim Draper endorses the SEC's Project Crypto, envisioning a Bitcoin-centric financial system with blockchain accounting and smart contracts, promoting innovation and competition in digital assets. The initiative aims to modernize regulations and establish the U.S. as a crypto hub.

BBVA has launched a cryptocurrency trading and custody service in Spain, enabling retail customers to buy, sell, and hold bitcoin and ether through its mobile app. This initiative aligns with EU crypto regulations and builds on BBVA’s prior expansions in Switzerland and Turkey.

XRP futures on the CME have surged, hitting record trading volumes and open interest amid rising institutional interest in regulated crypto derivatives. The market is seeing increased participation, showcasing the appeal of structured digital asset products beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

U.S. lawmakers visited Argentina to explore the country's crypto ecosystem and discuss regulatory challenges related to stablecoin adoption, focusing on collaboration and understanding local practices.

The proposed ETF for Pudgy Penguins, combining the PENGU token and NFTs, is under SEC review. As a multifaceted brand, it indicates growing institutional interest in community-centered tokens, showcasing Pudgy Penguins' evolution and mainstream potential.