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Federal Reserve Proposes Stablecoin Reserve and Bank-Issuance Rules
The Federal Reserve opened two GENIUS Act proposals for comment: one requiring supervised stablecoin issuers to fully back tokens with safe assets, and another creating an application process for banks seeking to issue stablecoins.
Bitget Confirms $352M Security Breach and Suspends Withdrawals
Bitget confirmed a $352 million security breach involving unauthorized transfers from a limited number of hot wallets and suspended withdrawals. The exchange said cold wallets and most platform assets remained unaffected.
CFTC Updates Guidance on Tokenized Assets and Blockchain Records
The CFTC updated guidance on tokenized assets and blockchain records for authorized crypto entities. Its chair said the goal was “to provide regulatory clarity,” while not linking the move to the failed CLARITY Act vote.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Calls for Privacy-Preserving Crypto Technology
Outgoing SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce backed privacy-preserving technology and criticized how regulators collect cryptocurrency users’ data, Bitcoin Magazine reported. Her comments add to debate over balancing digital-asset oversight with user privacy.
Ondo Finance Denies It Was Being Offered for Sale After Nathan Allman’s Death
Ondo Finance has strongly denied that it was being offered to potential buyers after founder Nathan Allman’s death, CoinDesk reported. Allman’s estate declined to comment on the claims, leaving the alleged sale efforts unexplained.
Bullish-Led Coalition Targets Issuer-Backed Tokenized Stocks
Bullish, Alpaca, Apex Fintech and DriveWealth are joining forces to promote issuer-backed tokenized stocks, seeking to connect onchain shares with official shareholder records after the SEC’s innovation exemption for tokenized stock trading.
CFTC Develops Guidance for Tokenized Assets and Blockchain Records
The CFTC is working on guidance that could allow U.S. commodities firms to invest in tokenized assets and use blockchain-based records as regular parts of their operations, CoinDesk reports.
DoubleZero launches dedicated fiber market data feed for Hyperliquid
DoubleZero launched a dedicated fiber market data feed for Hyperliquid, giving professional trading firms faster access to the platform’s full order book. The development is relevant to the DoubleZero (2Z) and Hyperliquid (HYPE) ecosystems.
Robinhood’s AMC Token Debate Shifts Toward What Makes a Real Market
The Robinhood AMC token controversy is evolving into a broader debate over legitimate stock-tokenization models. CoinDesk’s Tram Doman of Bullish argues that the key issue is identifying the conditions needed for tokenized assets to become a functioning market.
Lawsuit Claims OpenAI Sent ChatGPT Conversations to Outside Reviewers
A proposed class action alleges that OpenAI routed real ChatGPT conversations to outside contractors through Project Lily without first informing users, according to Decrypt. The claims remain unproven in court.
Jeff Booth Says a $1 Million Bitcoin Target Is Too Small
Jeff Booth says a $1 million Bitcoin target may be too conservative because valuing BTC in debased fiat currencies relies on a distorted monetary framework, according to an article published by Bitcoin Magazine.
Ammous Says Falling Bitcoin Volatility Signals Stronger Macro Role
Saifedean Ammous identifies falling Bitcoin volatility as the cryptocurrency’s most bullish current signal, according to Bitcoin Magazine, which frames the asset’s development within the bond crisis and its growing role as a macro asset.
Meta Introduces Muse Charm AI Keychain With Cameras and Cellular Connectivity
Meta’s Muse Charm is a palm-sized keychain for interacting with the company’s Muse AI agent while on the move. Decrypt reports that it includes cameras, a fingerprint sensor and an independent cellular connection.
AI Privacy Research Renews Debate Over Anonymous Online Accounts
A February paper suggesting AI can unmask pseudonymous internet users has renewed privacy concerns this week. Decrypt says the discussion reflects an emerging risk for online communities, including crypto users who rely on anonymous accounts.