TREE NEWS reports: BitBox, a Swiss hardware wallet maker, disclosed severe vulnerabilities in its firmware that could have allowed attackers to compromise devices. The company has fixed the issues and assures users no funds were stolen, but strongly recommends careful firmware upgrades.
TREE NEWS reports: FalconX and Interstice have launched a non-custodial cross-chain swap engine connecting Canton’s institutional tokenized-asset markets with major public blockchains like Ethereum, Solana, and Robinhood Chain. This integration aims to bring liquidity and trading activity to tokenized assets across chains.
TREE NEWS reports: Austin Campbell, in a Bits + Bips discussion, suggested that the Treasury’s newly proposed GENIUS Act rules could force Coinbase’s US platform to delist Tether, drawing parallels to MiCA delistings in Europe. This highlights the regulatory pressure on stablecoins in the US.
TREE NEWS update: The SEC has proposed new rules for token offerings, introducing a $75 million exemption and a safe harbor that would exempt tokens from being classified as investment contracts, with all three commissioners voting in favor.
TREE NEWS update: South Korea’s communications regulator has ordered internet providers to block access to Polymarket, ruling that its peer-to-peer settlement model does not exempt the prediction market from local gambling laws. This marks a significant regulatory setback for decentralized prediction platforms in Asia.
TREE NEWS reports: Visa is exploring new settlement and over-the-counter partners with crypto exchange licenses across four countries, following Mastercard’s acquisition of BVNK, a payments firm Visa had been working with. The move highlights the growing competition in stablecoin settlement infrastructure.
TREE NEWS reports: The SEC has proposed new rules that would allow crypto projects to raise capital through token sales without full securities registration, marking a significant policy shift. The proposal also creates a pathway for tokens to be decoupled from investment contracts, potentially easing regulatory burdens for the industry.
TREE NEWS reports: Cash App has integrated MoonPay checkout, enabling users to purchase Ether, Solana, XRP, and other tokens directly. This move expands Cash App’s crypto offerings without listing the assets itself, and allows balances to fund external wallets like MetaMask and Ledger.
TREE NEWS update: A political action committee funded by Ripple and Coinbase has spent $2 million in a Florida congressional race, with little mention of crypto in its ads. The expenditure follows a Republican incumbent’s vote against crypto-related bills and his endorsement of a Democratic candidate.
TREE NEWS reports: Citi has named its long-anticipated bitcoin custody service as part of a new Custody+ suite, targeting a launch later in 2026. This marks a significant step for the traditional bank entering the crypto custody space.
TREE NEWS reports: The SEC is moving forward with its own regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies despite the Clarity Act being stalled in Congress. This indicates a proactive regulatory approach that could shape the future of digital asset oversight in the US.
TREE NEWS reports: Cypherpunk Holdings has launched a Zcash mining fleet that now controls 18% of the network’s hashrate, backed by a $33.3 million investment from Winklevoss Capital. The firm aims to acquire 5% of Zcash’s circulating supply, signaling growing institutional interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies.
TREE NEWS update: Derivatives markets suggest OpenAI’s next frontier AI model could launch within weeks, despite the company’s recent caution. The news highlights market speculation but lacks confirmed details.
TREE NEWS reports: WorldClaw, a crypto firm linked to the Trump family, is accepting World Liberty’s USD1 stablecoin while offering AI models from Chinese companies that the US government has deemed national security risks. This raises concerns about potential regulatory and security implications.
TREE NEWS reports: Data shows that if Ethereum drops below $1,821, cumulative long liquidation intensity on major centralized exchanges could reach $735 million. This highlights significant downside risk in the crypto market.
TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin’s price volatility has significantly declined, according to new research from asset manager VanEck. The report suggests that despite persistent bearish sentiment, the cryptocurrency’s wild price swings have quieted, marking a notable shift in market dynamics.
TREE NEWS reports: OpenAI has announced enhanced AI safety measures to prevent models from going off the rails, focusing on robust safeguards and control mechanisms. This move underscores the growing importance of responsible AI development amid rapid advancements.
TREE NEWS update: Swiss hardware wallet maker BitBox discovered two severe firmware vulnerabilities using frontier AI models, warning that older firmware leaves users exposed. The company urges users to update to the latest version to mitigate risks.
TREE NEWS reports: An excerpt from Leon Wankum’s book explores Bitcoin as digital real estate, emphasizing its absolute scarcity, global portability, and growing economic network. This perspective offers a novel way to understand Bitcoin’s role in storing and transferring value.
TREE NEWS update: Kraken’s parent company Payward has debuted Krak, a multi-asset US debit card enabling customers to spend both crypto and fiat while earning cashback. This move expands Kraken’s financial services beyond exchange offerings, integrating digital assets into everyday payments.