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Canary Capital Seeks SEC Approval for First Sei ETF With Staking

1 week ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefCanary Capital filed paperwork with the SEC for an ETF that would give investors exposure to Sei. Sei is a layer-1 blockchain with the 85th most valuable cryptocurrency by market cap. The SEC has a growing stack of crypto ETF applications awaiting review. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub.
CIA Deputy Director Calls Bitcoin ‘Another Tool’ in Fight Against China

1 week ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefSpeaking on Anthony Pompliano’s podcast, Deputy Director of the CIA Michael Ellis said that Bitcoin is “another tool in the toolbox.”The agency’s deputy director said the U.S. must position itself against adversaries. A way to do that is get ahead of the game when it comes to crypto. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub.
Strategy Stock Nears 2025 High as Bitcoin Inches Closer to $100K

1 week ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefStrategy's stock is rising ahead of its earnings report, nearly matching its 2025 peak price. The company now owns 553,555 BTC. Bitcoin's price is fast approaching $100,000 again. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENEStrategy's stock has soared, coming within a dollar of its highest price this year ahead of the software company's Q1 earnings report Thursday—and just as the price of Bitcoin itself edges closer to the $100,000 mark.
Visa to Pilot Stablecoin-Linked Cards in Latin America

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefVisa is partnering with Bridge, a unit of payment services provider Stripe, to offer the service. The debut is being piloted in Latin America. Mastercard on Monday introduceda new stablecoin service. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENEVisa will enable customers in six Latin American countries to execute transactions in stablecoins via a pilot program it is seeking to expand, the payments giant announced on Wednesday.
Crypto Losses of $1.7 Billion Already Surpass Total 2024 Mark: Immunefi

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefThe amount of money lost in the crypto space already surpasses 2024’s record, crypto data firm Immunefi has said. Year-to-date, $1.7 billion has disappeared from crypto projects. A lot of that is down to hacks—with cybercriminals stealing nearly $100 million in April alone. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENEDigital assets may be firmly in the mainstream, with institutional involvement and a crypto-friendly president in the White House.
SEC Punts on Dogecoin and XRP ETF Approvals

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefThe SEC said it would wait until June to decide next steps for the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF and the Franklin XRP Fund. Asset managers have filed dozens of applications for altcoin ETFs following the successful launch of Bitcoin ETFs.Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENEThe Securities and Exchange Commission has delayed making decisions on whether to allow the trading of altcoin spot ETFs giving investors exposure to Dogecoin and XRP.
Bitcoin Mixer Founders May Get Reprieve as DOJ Weighs Dropping Case

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefFeds last year shut down Bitcoin mixer Samourai Wallet and arrested its founders. Under President Trump's new administration, the DOJ has said it won't target crypto mixers. But will the Samourai Wallet case get scrapped? Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub. Discover SCENEThe developers behind banned Bitcoin mixing app Samourai Wallet are hoping their case will get dropped, given the new crypto-friendly president in the White House.
Bitcoin Critic Mark Carney Wins Canadian Election, Beating Pierre Poilievre

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefBack in January, Bitcoin enthusiast Pierre Poilievre looked set to win Canada’s general election. But following tough rhetoric from U.S. President Trump, markets started favoring Mark Carney, who took over from Justin Trudeau in March. The results are in, and the ex-central bank chief will remain Canadian Prime Minister. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub.
Mastercard Jumps Into Stablecoin Trend With New Crypto Payment Offering

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefMastercard is partnering with payments processor Nuvei and crypto exchange OKX with its latest digital asset ambitions. The move will allow individuals to spend stablecoins as point of sales. Stablecoins are considered to be the backbone of the crypto ecosystem. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub.
Bitcoin on Track for Record Price This Quarter as Investors Reallocate Assets: Standard Chartered

2 weeks ago | decrypt.co | Mat Di Salvo

In briefBitcoin was largely trading sideways this month. But BTC has regained ground and crypto ETFs generating large inflows. Standard Chartered said American investors are reallocating their positions into the asset. Decrypt’s Art, Fashion, and Entertainment Hub.