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August 11, 2025
News Roundup — Trump to allow crypto in 401(k) plans for US workers
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August 4, 2025
News Roundup —Bitcoin Mining Profitability Last Month Hit Highest Level Since the Halving
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July 28, 2025
News Roundup — Hong Kong To Criminalize Unlicensed Stablecoin Promotions From Aug. 1
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July 21, 2025
News Roundup — Abu Dhabi’s ADJD To Use Crypto Payments for Legal Fees
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July 14, 2025
News Roundup — Bitcoin treasury companies acquire record 159,107 BTC in Q2
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February 10, 2025
News Roundup — Circle and Binance have announced a strategic partnership to drive global USDC adoption Copy
Major news stories this week;
- Czech President Signs Law Exempting Capital Gains Taxes on Crypto Held for Three Years
- Coinbase Secures Approval to Launch Crypto Exchange in Argentina
- El Salvador Buys 12 Bitcoin in a Day, Bringing Reserve to 6,068 Btc
- Blackrock to Launch Bitcoin ETP in Europe
- Stablecoin Legislation Pushed as Trump Sets Crypto-Friendly Agenda
Story Summaries;
- Czech President Petr Pavel has signed a bill exempting crypto held for over three years from capital gains tax, officially making it law. The bill, unanimously approved in December, also exempts transactions under 100,000 koruna (~$4,100) from reporting. This aligns with the EU’s MiCA framework and is part of broader financial reforms. Additionally, the Czech National Bank is considering allocating up to 5% of its €140 billion reserves to bitcoin for diversification.
- Coinbase has gained approval to operate in Argentina, recognizing the country’s strong crypto adoption amid inflation. With over 5 million daily users, stablecoins dominate transactions. Matías Alberti will lead operations, and Coinbase plans financial literacy initiatives. Argentina is also advancing blockchain education and digital ID projects.
- El Salvador has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 6,068 BTC, now worth over $554 million, after purchasing 12 BTC amid a market dip. Despite a recent $1.4 billion IMF deal requiring reduced government involvement in Bitcoin, the country continues to buy. Officials affirm plans to expand Bitcoin reserves, with further acquisitions expected in 2025.
- BlackRock is set to launch a Bitcoin ETP in Europe, following the success of its US spot Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, which has amassed $57 billion in assets. The new fund will be based in Switzerland and marketed soon. This marks BlackRock’s first Bitcoin ETP outside North America, expanding its global crypto offerings.
- Senator Bill Hagerty is introducing the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins, requiring issuers to back tokens with approved assets and submit audited reports. Co-sponsored by Senators Gillibrand, Scott, and Lummis, the bill places nonbank issuers under the OCC. With the stablecoin market at $205 billion, it aligns with Trump’s pro-crypto stance and recent support for dollar-backed stablecoins.
And that’s all for last week’s news! Wishing you a great week ahead!