Pakistan is making strides in embracing cryptocurrencies with the recent formation of the Pakistan Crypto Council, signaling a shift toward regulating the largely unstructured sector. The move aligns with a global resurgence in crypto adoption, particularly following US President Donald Trump’s return to office.

Pakistan moves to regulate cryptocurrency sector

World | Business & Economy: Crypto companies have collectively invested substantial millions of dollars to mark the inauguration of President Trump, highlighting the industry's growing political influence.

Trump inauguration: Crypto firms pump $10 million to welcome new US president

As Bitcoin’s value continues to soar, luxury brands are seizing the opportunity to tap into this new pool of wealth. French luxury department store Printemps has partnered with the world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance, and financial tech company Lyzi to accept Bitcoin and Ethereum in its stores. This makes Printemps the first European department store to accept cryptocurrency payments.

Luxury Brands Embrace Cryptocurrency Payments As Bitcoin Surges

The pioneers of the first exchange-traded funds to invest directly into bitcoin look to be in danger of falling behind in this record-breaking year for the og token. Canada was the first country to allow Bitcoin ETFs in February 2021. As a result, global investors, including Canada, poured billions of dollars into the digital currency.

Bitcoin Rally Leaves the World's Original Crypto ETFs Behind

Bitcoin has reached a new record high, fueled by sustained demand following the recent election. The cryptocurrency's value continues to surge as investors show confidence in its potential.

Bitcoin: World's Largest Cryptocurrency Is Fast Approaching $100,000

Bitcoin Hits Fresh Record High As Post-Election Demand Holds

An estimate from the US Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) indicates that consumers lost over $5.6 billion last year as a result of crypto fraud. This is a 45% increase from 2022.

FBI: Crypto fraud increased 45% last year to $5.6 billion

We look at what next for the crypto industry after US spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) were approved. The US regulator has authorised Bitcoin funds. But with all the hype now being fully realised, what's next? And how will these Bitcoin funds realistically impact the digital assets industry?

Crypto: What next after Bitcoin ETF approval?

After a fatal incident in Israel by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, the role that cryptocurrency plays in supporting terrorists and extremist organizations has come under closer examination. Israel claims to have confiscated cryptocurrency accounts connected to Hamas. Lawmakers in the United States have called on the government to take action against Hamas and its affiliates' use of cryptocurrency.

Is cryptocurrency helping fund terrorism?

Nearly 1 in every 10 Indian women has owned cryptocurrency. This is the third-highest share globally. There are 63 million women crypto-owners in India as against a female population of 685 million. Does it mean Indian women are becoming more financially independent? Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: 63 million Indian women own Cryptocurrency

Nearly 10 per cent of women in India own cryptocurrency, which ranks third among all countries, according to a study. Data from the foreign exchange education portal Forex Suggest reveals that there are 63 million female cryptocurrency owners in India, accounting for 9.2 per cent of the female population of around 685 million.

Nearly 10 per cent of Indian women own crypto currency

Crypto transactions now under India's money laundering law

Bahamas to Brooklyn: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to surrender Monday for US extradition

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission released new guidance Thursday. The guidance issues security to disclose to investors, their exposure and risk to the cryptocurrency market.

U.S. SEC issues new guidance on cryptocurrency risks

Bitfront, a US crypto exchange backed by Japanese firm, shuts down

Cryptocurrency lender BlockFi files for bankruptcy; FTX fallout rattles crypto industry

Crypto crash forces El Salvador into China's economic circle of influence

Hong Kong to legalise retail crypto trading, plans to become top digital assets' centre

Cryptocurrencies see continued growth: Bitcoin up 39.7% from year low in June

Turmoil in cryptocurrency market hits Celsius as platform files for voluntary bankruptcy in United States

Crypto crash: Bitcoin last down 7.4 per cent at $18,915

Lawmakers in Panama's National Assembly on Thursday approved a bill to regulate the use and commercialization of crypto assets in the Central American country renowned as a hub of offshore financial services.

Panama: Lawmakers approve bill to regulate cryptos