This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. The final full week of May offered further evidence that crypto regulation is entering a new phase. Several of the industry’s most significant legal battles appear to be winding down, while policymakers and financial institutions are…
For generations, Filipinos have treated gold necklaces and jewelry as a reliable safety net. Whether it’s a gift for an OFW returning home or a find from a local pawnshop, gold is traditionally seen as a reliable “rainy day” fund for Filipinos. However, a modern shift is happening. While physical gold is timeless, the hidden…
Key Takeaways To bypass sanctions, A7 says 85% of trades use friendly currencies, pushing independent rails in 2 years. With 10,000 partners, A7 handles 20% of Russian settlements and has developed alternative digital assets. Despite challenges, the A7A5 token moved $100B for sanctioned groups, driving digital cross-border trades. A7: Cross-Border Settlements Ecosystem To Change Due…
Key Takeaways Authorities sought forfeiture of 127,271 BTC in a case involving Cambodian national Chen Zhi. Federal investigators linked crypto scams to trafficking, money laundering, and organized crime networks. DOJ and FBI actions show broader pressure on scam compounds operating across Southeast Asia and beyond. Record Bitcoin Case Puts Global Scam Compounds Back in Focus…
Key Takeaways U.S. Senator Lummis warned that failure to act now could delay comprehensive crypto legislation until 2030. Bankruptcy protections remain a central concern for customers holding assets on exchanges. China’s regulatory progress increases pressure for Congress to establish market rules. Clarity Act Warning Puts Congress on a Crypto Policy Deadline The Clarity Act has…
Key Takeaways Animoca Brands launched a $10M fund targeting early-stage agentic AI, calling the sector as early as OpenAI circa 2020. Yat Siu says the $900B advertising industry will shift to AI agents, routing discovery value to blockchain networks. Siu projects 1,000x productivity gains and advises retail investors to build wide baskets across 50 to…
Key Takeaways A farmer’s son shared how his dad earns an 11.5% annualized yield through Strategy’s STRC preferred stock tied to 843,738 BTC. Critics like Glenn Cameron warn STRC trades Bitcoin sovereignty for counterparty risk to a sub-investment grade company. Strategy holds a June 8 vote on more frequent dividends, while a 411 BTC Coinbase…
Key Takeaways XRP fell 27.1% to $1.34 in Q1 2026, losing its position as the No. 4 digital asset to BNB. U.S. spot XRP ETFs hit $1 billion AUM in four weeks, driven by corporate and institutional adoption. XRPL hit an all-time high of $2.25 billion RWA market cap, positioning the network for future ecosystem…
Key Takeaways Bitcoin futures open interest (OI) across 11 exchanges totals roughly $42.6B, with Binance (19.14%) and CME (13.88%) holding the largest shares as of May 31, 2026, according to Coinglass data. Deribit’s June 26 expiry carries approximately $8.5B in notional value, with max pain near $77,500, about 5.3% above the current spot price of…
Key Takeaways Saylor’s latest chart showed 843,738 BTC, renewing focus on Strategy’s acquisition pattern. Investors are weighing debt, reserves, dividends, and premium levels against possible treasury moves. Recent Coinbase Prime transfers and Polymarket odds may keep sell-risk debate elevated. Orange Dot Chart Raises Fresh Questions About Strategy’s Next Bitcoin Buy Michael Saylor’s latest orange-dot chart…
