A clause in a U.S. housing bill would bar the Federal Reserve from offering a consumer-facing digital dollar until 2030, delaying any retail CBDC rollout. The measure represents a legislative rebuke to CBDC proponents and could reshape the policy timetable.
Major U.S. banks are pressing a federal regulator to pause approvals of crypto-focused bank charters, warning that unresolved rules pose risks. The push heightens tensions as crypto firms press for wider access to the U.S. banking system.
Crypto.com has launched a standalone OG prediction-market platform in the U.S., debuting amid a wave of state enforcement actions targeting rival operators. The timing raises fresh debates about compliance and competitive positioning in a legally fraught market.
Tennessee lawmakers advanced legislation to permit Bitcoin to be held as part of the state’s public financial reserves, joining a growing number of U.S. jurisdictions exploring crypto for treasury diversification. The move comes amid rising BTC adoption and renewed interest in digital assets at state and local levels.
HSBC says legislative momentum for a US crypto market bill remains strong despite opposition from Coinbase, as industry leaders prefer clear rules to enforcement uncertainty. The bank views broader market support and demand for regulatory certainty as key drivers keeping the bill on track.
President Trump said he supports passing crypto legislation after gaining political backing for the move, framing it as part of a bid to outcompete China. The announcement could accelerate Washington’s approach to digital-asset rules.
The U.S. is preparing to freeze and seize Venezuela’s Bitcoin holdings after the capture of Nicolás Maduro, who faces narco-terrorism charges in a New York federal court. The move could mark a major test of how state-held crypto is treated under U.S. sanctions and asset-forfeiture law.
Sen. Jerry Moran and Rep. Elissa Slotkin introduced the SAFE Crypto Act on Dec. 18, 2025, aimed at cracking down on crypto-related scams. The bill is presented as a bid to strengthen enforcement and consumer protections, though full text and timing remain unclear.
FINRA found that the share of Americans holding crypto was essentially unchanged from 2021 to 2024, but fewer investors say they plan to buy more or enter the market for the first time. The trend points to weakening risk appetite among US retail investors.
JPMorgan's fraud-related concerns prompted the removal of Strike's CEO, raising fresh questions about banks' role in crypto custody and payments. Senator Lummis warned that tight banking restrictions could push the digital asset industry overseas, increasing regulatory and operational risk for US-based firms.