Technology professionals and local game developers are pushing back against the Philippine government’s potential nationwide ban on Roblox. As the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) prepares to meet with Roblox representatives this week, stakeholders argue that a blanket ban will fail to address the root cause of online child exploitation and unjustly penalizes…
Key Takeaways: Japan’s regulator recognizes 100+ tokens within its regulated framework. 28 crypto service providers are registered, including Binance and Coinbase. Assets span DeFi, gaming, AI, and stablecoins, showing diverse blockchain use cases in Japan. Japan Crypto Market Shows 100+ Listed Tokens and 28 Regulated Platforms A detailed view of Japan’s regulated crypto market shows…
Key Takeaways: Peter Schiff and Michael Saylor clash as Schiff questions bitcoin’s 12% long-term return. Schiff urges selling Strategy stock (MSTR) after its 68.5% rise, warning of a sharp crash. Saylor defends bitcoin, citing a 36% annualized return and long-term strength. Schiff and Saylor Clash Over Bitcoin Returns and Strategy Valuation Economist and gold advocate…
Key Takeaways: On April 25, 2025, Japan FSA added 30 jurisdictions to its crypto travel rule network. Japan’s 58-market scope raises compliance demands for exchanges and stablecoin issuers. Next, FATF-style alignment could push Japanese VASPs toward stricter cross-border checks in 2025. Regulatory Clarity Developing In Japan Digital Assets Market Amid FSA Travel Rule Amendment In…
Key Takeaways: Anthropic filed FEC paperwork on April 3, 2026, launching AnthroPAC with employee contributions capped at $5,000 per year. AnthroPAC follows Anthropic’s $20 million donation to Public First Action in February, escalating from issue advocacy to candidate funding. The AI industry has contributed roughly $185 million to the 2026 midterm races, with Anthropic now…
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin risks dip below $59K as PlanB flags 200-week MA; institutions dominate flows. Google white paper claims 20x quantum gain, raising risks for Bitcoin and Ethereum cryptography. $260M-$285M Drift Protocol exploit signals rising DeFi hacks as Circle response questioned. Markets Wobble as Oil Shock Looms, Institutions Tighten Grip on Crypto, and Quantum Risks…
Key Takeaways: Michael Saylor’s “orange dot” post revived, fueling anticipation of a massive bitcoin buy announcement. Strategy holds 762,099 BTC, underscoring its dominant reserve and long-term accumulation model. SEC filing confirmed Strategy paused bitcoin purchases last week, pausing its steady accumulation streak. Strategy Bitcoin Signals Intensify as Saylor Revives Orange Dot Pattern Expectations have intensified…
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin futures open interest across all exchanges fell to $46.94B, with Binance and CME leading at $8.09B and $7.24B. Put volume on Deribit outpaced calls 54.87% to 45.13% in 24 hours, signaling short-term defensive trader positioning. Deribit max pain for the April 24 expiry sits near $70K, roughly $3,000 above BTC’s current $66,810…
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin held near $66,992 on April 5, 2026; weak momentum signals limit upside. Bitcoin trades below 10–200 MAs; bearish structure pressures broader crypto sentiment. Bitcoin range $65.5K–$69.5K holds; breakout or breakdown likely next move. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin continues to compress within a broad sideways structure, holding above support…
Key Takeaways Judge Jason Woodbury issued a preliminary injunction against Kalshi in Carson City on April 3, 2026. The Nevada Gaming Control Board successfully argued that event contracts require a state gaming license. Kalshi must implement mandatory geofencing by May 4, 2026, to block all Nevada-based participants. Nevada Court Rejects Federal Swap Defense Judge Jason…
