India plans to launch a state-backed digital rupee through the RBI to make payments faster, safer, and fully traceable. The move aims to encourage regulated digital money while limiting the use of unbacked cryptocurrencies.
WeatherlyCrypto developer Nate Geier says he was attacked and robbed while walking home from Token2049 in Singapore, leaving him with serious facial injuries. The incident has sparked doubts and concern, with some questioning how it could happen in a city known for safety and heavy CCTV coverage.
AnaisNorth Korea-linked hackers have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025, including a $1.46 billion breach of Bybit and multiple attacks on smaller platforms. They are increasingly targeting wealthy individuals using scams and social engineering, while laundering stolen funds through complex methods to avoid detection.
WeatherlyRussian police raided a site in St. Petersburg and seized over 2,700 crypto mining machines that had been secretly running for seven years. The operators are accused of tampering with electricity meters to steal power, causing major losses to the grid.
AnaisThe Bank of England is planning to ease limits on corporate stablecoin holdings, allowing exemptions for firms like crypto exchanges and testing their use in a Digital Securities Sandbox. The move comes as the UK faces global competition and aims to support innovation while keeping financial risks under control.
WeatherlyPancakeSwap’s Chinese X account was hacked, promoting a fake token that generated over $20 million in trading before the scam was stopped. No platform funds were lost, but some users fell victim, losing between $8,000 and $13,000 to the phishing attack.
AnaisMetaMask has launched perpetual futures trading and will soon integrate Polymarket’s prediction markets, allowing users to trade and speculate while keeping full control of their funds. The platform is also rolling out a rewards programme ahead of its token launch, marking its shift from a wallet to a broader financial hub.
WeatherlyFC Barcelona’s official Instagram account was hacked to promote a fake $FCB token on the Solana blockchain, misleading fans and causing potential financial losses. The token briefly surged to $3 million in value before crashing, highlighting risks of scams using popular brands and unverified cryptocurrencies.
JoyGemini has registered a local entity with AUSTRAC, allowing it to operate fully in Australia and integrate local payment systems for faster, cheaper transfers. The exchange plans to apply for an Australian Financial Services License and expand its offerings, marking a major step in its Asia-Pacific growth.
WeatherlyPayPay acquired a 40% stake in Binance Japan, linking its cashless payment system with the crypto exchange. The partnership allows users to buy and sell cryptocurrencies using PayPay balances, making crypto access easier for millions in Japan.
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