Hong Kong will start issuing stablecoin licences from August under a new law, with only a small number expected to be approved by the end of 2025. The rules will allow only fiat-backed stablecoins and focus on safe, practical uses like cross-border payments.
AnaisPumpfun will launch its PUMP token on 12 July, aiming to raise $600 million by selling 15% of its supply across its own site and Gate.com. Despite the hype, the platform’s revenue and user activity have dropped sharply, while rival LetsBonk is gaining ground.
WeatherlyPolaris Office has filed 102 trademark claims in South Korea for its upcoming won-pegged stablecoin, POLAKRW, as it expands into digital finance. The move comes as tech and banking firms rush to prepare for new stablecoin laws expected soon under the country's tighter crypto rules.
AnaisTwo men were jailed in the UK for running a fake crypto investment scam that stole over £1.5 million from at least 65 people. They used cold calls and a fake website to trick victims, with the money never actually invested.
AnaisTikTok is planning to launch a new app specifically for U.S. users by September 2025 amid ongoing talks to address national security concerns over its Chinese ownership. The existing app will be phased out by March 2026, with users required to switch to the new version to continue using the platform.
WeatherlyEric Trump will speak at Bitcoin Asia 2025 in Hong Kong as the city strengthens its crypto regulations to attract global interest. The event highlights Hong Kong’s efforts to lead in digital assets, while Trump’s appearance adds political weight to the growing crypto scene in Asia.
AnaisSBI Holdings and Aplus now let Japanese credit card users swap loyalty points for Bitcoin, Ethereum, or XRP. This is the first time crypto has been added as a reward option, though the exchange amount is small and capped.
WeatherlyRemixpoint will pay its CEO fully in Bitcoin instead of company shares due to insider trading rules in Japan. The firm already holds over $116 million in crypto and says this move ties leadership more closely to its financial performance.
AnaisNew Zealand has banned all crypto ATMs and set a $5,000 limit on international cash transfers to fight money laundering and organised crime. Over 220 machines were shut down, with the government saying they were being used to quickly move criminal funds overseas.
WeatherlyTether plans to become the world’s largest Bitcoin miner by the end of 2025, investing billions in mining operations across Latin America. This move aims to protect its large Bitcoin holdings and strengthen the network amid new regulatory challenges.
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