Block Agrees to $45M Cash App Settlement as States Target Fraud Protections
Block has agreed to a $45 million settlement with 46 U.S. states over allegations that Cash App misled users about fraud protections and failed to adequately support victims. The agreement requires stronger consumer safeguards and highlights growing regulatory expectations for fintech platforms that also offer crypto services.
Kazakhstan Advances Crypto Hub Ambitions With Sweeping Presidential Decree
Kazakhstan has issued a sweeping digital asset decree that expands regulation, supports stablecoin use and builds on earlier reforms. The move connects exchange licensing, Alatau City and broader efforts to position the country as a regional crypto hub.
Sparkassen and Volksbanken Open a New Chapter for Crypto in Germany
Germany's two largest retail banking networks are expanding regulated crypto trading through their existing banking infrastructure. Sparkassen and Volksbanken are taking different approaches, but together they signal another step toward mainstream adoption of digital assets across Europe's banking sector.
Ill Bloom Vulnerability Exposes Thousands of Crypto Wallets After $5M Theft
Security researchers have uncovered the Ill Bloom vulnerability, a flaw in wallet recovery phrase generation that has already led to at least $5 million in cryptocurrency theft. Here's what happened, which wallets may be affected, and how users can check whether they're at risk.
Binance’s Philippines Return Isn’t Official Yet Despite Latest Approval
Binance has cleared another regulatory milestone in the Philippines through its partnership with BlockShoals, but a full return remains some distance away. Regulators say the project is still in its testing phase, with licensing and compliance requirements yet to be completed.











