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Coinbase secures a MiCA license, marking a significant expansion in the EU. Meanwhile, Vietnam's crypto legalization faces industry backlash, and major firms like Cardone Capital and a South Korean biotech company make substantial Bitcoin investments. Tune in for these stories and more.

Sources:

https://decrypt.co/326438/coinbase-mica-license-crypto-services-eu

https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/06/20/coinbase-wins-european-mica-license-in-luxembourg

https://decrypt.co/326447/crypto-exchange-okx-public-us

https://beincrypto.com/real-estate-cardone-capital-buys-bitcoin/

https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/asean/vietnams-legalisation-crypto-assets-sparks-hopes-tough-draft-rules-trigger-industry-backlash

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/20/a-south-korean-biotech-firms-gets-1833m-funding-to-build-bitcoin-treasury

https://decrypt.co/326316/nakamoto-holdings-51-5-million-publicly-traded-bitcoin-treasury

Explore the latest developments in crypto regulation, including the GENIUS Stablecoin Bill in the U.S., Ohio's HB 116, and Nauru's new crypto regulator. We also cover Ripple's advocacy for UK reform, Thailand's public consultation on crypto listing, and discussions between the SEC and JPMorgan on regulatory approaches.

Sources:

https://www.newsday.com/business/genius-act-crypto-stablecoin-bill-bdo8dkm9

https://blockchainmagazine.net/genius-act-the-us-crypto-bill-passed-explained/

https://builtin.com/articles/genius-act-crypto-regulation

https://beincrypto.com/ohio-crypto-tax-blockchain-basics-act/

https://www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/nauru-regulates-crypto-with-a-new-dedicated-regulator/

https://www.tradingview.com/news/coinpedia:127074f86094b:0-ripple-pushes-uk-to-fast-track-crypto-rules-with-bold-4-point-plan/

https://decrypt.co/326194/sec-thailand-public-consultation-crypto-listing-criteria

https://dailyhodl.com/2025/06/18/jpmorgan-chase-meets-with-crypto-task-force-to-discuss-regulation-of-digital-assets/

This episode covers significant developments in the crypto world, including The Blockchain Group's $19M Bitcoin purchase, MemeStrategy's historic win, and Ford's entry into blockchain advisory. We also discuss BBVA's crypto allocation advice and Israeli hackers targeting Tehran's crypto funding.

Sources:

https://themarketperiodical.com/2025/06/18/the-blockchain-group-issues-shares-worth-8-3m-to-grow-bitcoin-reserves/

https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/06/18/the-blockchain-group-buys-19m-of-bitcoin-now-holds-1653-btc/

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/18/the-blockchain-group-adds-182-bitcoin-lifts-btc-holdings-to-over-170m

https://bitcoinist.com/asias-1st-public-crypto-firm-memestrategy-scores-historic-sol-win/

https://coincentral.com/the-ford-motor-company-f-stock-stable-as-ford-steps-into-cardano-blockchain-advisory-for-legal-data-management/

https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:558234c3b094b:0-spanish-bank-bbva-suggests-clients-make-7-crypto-allocation/

https://www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/exchange/iranian-crypto-exchange-nobitex-loses-82m-in-cyberattack-as-israel-iran-tensions-escalate/

https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FNQQF/fineqia-appoints-psalion-group-as-investment-advisor-to-expand-v7yn13t55smb.html

Explore the latest developments in the crypto world as institutional investors prepare to embrace crypto ETPs, Bitget launches a 'PRO' mode for VIP traders, and OKX expands into Europe. Discover how Kraken and Alpaca are collaborating to enhance crypto trading for financial institutions, and learn about JPMorgan's new USD deposit token on Coinbase's Base blockchain.

Sources:

https://decrypt.co/325580/institutional-investors-crypto-etps-matter-of-weeks-wisdomtree

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/18/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/bitget-launches-pro-mode-with-customized-services-for-institutional-clients-and-vip-traders/2135483

https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/okx-expands-into-europe-with-regulated-crypto-exchanges-270-coins-now-live-in-germany-poland/

https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/25/06/45978954/kraken-partners-with-alpaca-to-expand-crypto-trading-to-financial-institutions

https://www.blockhead.co/2025/06/18/ondo-forms-alliance-with-major-crypto-firms-to-tokenize-securities/

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/17/jpmorgan-introduces-usd-deposit-token-on-coinbase-s-base-blockchain

21Shares has listed five new crypto exchange-traded products on Nasdaq Stockholm, marking a significant expansion in the availability of crypto investment options. This episode also covers Interactive Strength Inc.'s $55 million investment for a crypto treasury strategy, Purpose Investments' upcoming XRP spot ETF, and JPMorgan's trademark filing for a digital asset platform.

Sources:

https://fxnewsgroup.com/forex-news/cryptocurrency/21shares-lists-five-new-crypto-etps-on-nasdaq-stockholm/

https://www.guardonline.com/news/national/interactive-strength-inc-nasdaq-trnr-closes-initial-55-million-investment-for-crypto-treasury-strategy-and/article_3265ccdb-b172-56fc-b6b3-09a9349b554a.html

https://cryptobriefing.com/purpose-xrp-etf-launch/

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/16/jpmorgan-files-trademark-for-digital-asset-platform-as-wall-streets-crypto-embrace-continues

This episode covers significant developments in the crypto industry, including Mercurity Fintech's plans for a substantial Bitcoin treasury, Figure's blockchain securitization receiving S&P ratings, and Circle's debut on the NYSE. We also discuss Coinbase's new BTC rewards card with Amex and the SEC's appointment of a crypto industry veteran.

Sources:

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/06/12/mercurity-fintech-plans-800m-bitcoin-treasury-eyes-russell-2000-inclusion

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/figures-355m-blockchain-securitization-earns-sp-ratings

https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:efc98f503094b:0-circle-s-nyse-debut-marks-start-of-crypto-ipo-season-are-kraken-gemini-and-bullish-next/

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/12/coinbase-to-launch-bitcoin-rewards-card-with-amex-while-eyeing-us-futures-expansion

https://decrypt.co/325083/sec-names-crypto-industry-veteran-trading-markets-director

https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025-06-12:newsml_GNX91cSJl:0-matt-morgan-joins-netcapital-crypto-advisory-board/

This episode covers significant developments in global crypto regulations, including the US CLARITY Act, Bank of America's stance on stablecoins, India's regulatory boost, and the Philippines' new crypto rules. We also discuss Senator Lummis's call for crypto tax reform and the SEC's withdrawal of DeFi and custody rules.

Sources:

https://coinpedia.org/news/us-lawmakers-push-forward-clarity-act-to-define-crypto-rules-for-sec-and-cftc/

https://beincrypto.com/clarity-act-advances-bipartisan-support/

https://decrypt.co/324561/clarity-act-clears-two-house-committees

https://bitcoinist.com/bank-of-america-to-consider-stablecoins-after-laws/

https://coingeek.com/india-to-boost-crypto-rules-amid-court-directive-rbi-warning/

https://decrypt.co/324797/philippines-crypto-rules-licensing-capital-requirements

https://news.shib.io/2025/06/11/senator-lummis-calls-for-crypto-tax-reform-to-address-unfair-tax-rules/

https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/06/13/crypto-executives-hail-sec-withdrawing-gensler-era-proposed-rules/

https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/06/13/sec-officially-withdraws-gensler-era-defi-and-custody-rules/

Invesco appoints a JP Morgan veteran to spearhead its $1.6 billion crypto ETF business. Meanwhile, Sweden's H100 Group raises $10 million to invest in Bitcoin, and the DOJ charges a crypto executive with laundering $530 million. Additionally, DraftInteractive Strength secures $500 million for an AI token strategy, and Bullish files for an IPO.

Sources:

https://decrypt.co/324691/invesco-hires-jpmorgan-veteran-lead-1-6-billion-crypto-etf-business

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/11/swedens-h100-group-rallies-another-30-after-raising-10m-for-bitcoin-treasury-strategy

https://www.complianceweek.com/regulatory-enforcement/doj-charges-crypto-executive-with-laundering-530m-for-sanctioned-russian-banks/36056.article

https://www.stocktitan.net/news/TRNR/interactive-strength-inc-nasdaq-trnr-enters-into-500-million-ukbpl9vz5qso.html

https://www.nftgators.com/thiel-backed-crypto-exchange-bullish-becomes-the-latest-to-file-for-an-ipo/

Explore how Fortune 500 companies are increasingly adopting blockchain technology, with stablecoin volumes now rivaling Visa. Discover the latest developments, including Aave's debut on the Sony-backed Soneium Blockchain and the launch of a new USD-backed stablecoin on Ethereum and Solana. Plus, insights into Dogecoin's recent surge and Webull's addition of Kalshi's cryptocurrency hourly contracts.

Sources:

https://www.fortuneindia.com/markets/cryptocurrency/fortune-500-companies-globally-double-down-on-blockchain-stablecoin-volumes-now-rival-visa/123926

https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/06/10/defi-leader-aave-debuts-on-sony-backed-soneium-blockchain

https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/usd-backed-crypto-shock-new-stablecoin-goes-live-on-ethereum-solana-next-month/

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/06/11/dogecoin-jumps-5-as-v-shaped-recovery-shows-rising-demand

https://fxnewsgroup.com/forex-news/cryptocurrency/webull-adds-kalshis-cryptocurrency-hourly-contracts-to-list-of-trading-instruments/

https://cryptoslate.com/fortune-500-blockchain-adoption-hits-60-as-institutions-inject-50b-into-crypto-funds-in-q1/

Explore the latest in the crypto world as Parataxis considers a public listing via SPAC merger, a Japanese fashion giant plans a significant Bitcoin purchase, and Synaptogenix invests heavily in AI crypto. Additionally, discover how Plasma's token sale is capturing investor interest in stablecoins.

Sources:

https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:b428af686094b:0-crypto-platform-parataxis-eyes-public-listing-via-spac-merger/

https://beincrypto.com/japan-fashion-retail-major-bitcoin-investment/

https://www.stocktitan.net/news/SNPX/synaptogenix-appoints-crypto-expert-to-lead-digital-asset-treasury-z2pmbk2ka8ei.html

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/06/09/plasmas-xpl-token-sale-attracts-500m-as-investors-chase-stablecoin-plays