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Sam Bankman-Fried pulls motion for a new trial, still asks for new judge

The ex-FTX CEO said he consulted with his parents and lawyers regarding a recent filing he sent from prison, but claimed to be the ”ultimate author of the documents.”

PUSD stablecoin deploys on ADI Chain, targeting $3T Islamic finance market

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI2ZmQtNDIwMC03ZjNjLTgxNzUtN2EwYjQ2M2E0ZDA3LmpwZw==.jpg" alt="PUSD stablecoin deploys on ADI Chain, targeting $3T Islamic finance market" class="type:primaryImage">The Shariah-compliant stablecoin backed by Gulf currencies expands to a new Layer 2 network aimed at institutional settlement in the Middle East.

Banking group asks for more time to comment on US stablecoin bill

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI2OWEtZDZlMi03MDM0LWI3MzItMTlkMmE0N2I3OGExLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Banking group asks for more time to comment on US stablecoin bill" class="type:primaryImage">The letter to four US government agencies said banks needed 60 more days for comment after OCC stablecoin rulemaking had been finalized.

Trump-linked American Bitcoin energizes 11,298 new ASICs

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI2YWQtMjhkZS03ZTljLWI1MTgtNjFiYjk2NWYwMWIzLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Trump-linked American Bitcoin energizes 11,298 new ASICs" class="type:primaryImage">American Bitcoin (ABTC) originally purchased the mining rigs in March, weeks after reporting a $59 million loss for Q4 2025.

Thailand regulator mulls crypto futures expansion in licensing overhaul

Thailand’s SEC is seeking feedback on rule changes that would let digital asset firms offer derivatives within existing entities, lowering barriers to market entry.

Kraken calls for de minimis exemption on crypto taxes after 2025 reports

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI1YTYtZGRiOC03NDc5LWExZDQtYzhlOTM5NmMxYjUyLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Kraken calls for de minimis exemption on crypto taxes after 2025 reports" class="type:primaryImage">The crypto exchange advocated for two key changes to US tax law affecting crypto users to “eliminate millions of unnecessary forms.”

Pyth Network to determine outcomes in Kalshi’s commodities expansion

The prediction platform will use Pyth’s pricing data to settle trades on its new commodities markets, as it expands into assets like oil, gold and crops.

Robinhood Venture Fund's $75M stake in OpenAI aims to enable retail investments

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI1ZmMtNGJkMS03NTBiLWI0MzQtODk4ZTgzNzhiN2UwLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Robinhood Venture Fund's $75M stake in OpenAI aims to enable retail investments" class="type:primaryImage">The private equity investment will be used to give retail customers indirect price exposure to OpenAI through venture tokens.

POET Technologies’ stock is rocketing. What’s behind the company’s controversial AI-powered rise.

The photonics company’s stock has run up more than 70% this week on speculation of a major hyperscaler partner, even as short sellers warn of a “tax nightmare.”

Honeywell’s Quantinuum is making a bold statement with its upcoming IPO

Quantinuum is going the traditional IPO route, while other quantum companies have gone public through SPACs. The move bolsters the company’s credibility.

I’m exactly 5 years from retirement. Here’s what I’ll do first to prepare.

I just turned 54½, and this could be my most consequential age milestone, because it’s the ideal time for me to start detailed planning for my golden years.

Ethereum risks 10% decline versus Bitcoin despite record ETH staking

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI0ZjctZTBiOC03NDI2LThiOTYtOGFlMTlhYWRlODJhLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Ethereum risks 10% decline versus Bitcoin despite record ETH staking" class="type:primaryImage">Ethereum’s record 32.33% staking ratio is shrinking liquid supply, reducing sell pressure and potentially supporting an ETH price recovery over time.

The top four takeaways from Trump Fed pick Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing, according to strategist Tom Lee

Tom Lee, of Fundstrat, outlined independence, forward guidance, inflation and the Federal Reserve’s inflation measurement as the key takeaways

Iran attacks oil tankers in Hormuz, sending oil back above $100 a barrel

Real-world oil-supply disruptions are starting to take hold, beyond $4-a-gallon gas.

I’m a 31-year-old architect ready to leave Austin. Does moving to San Francisco or NYC make the most financial sense for me?

“I’d be moving with my dog, Teddy, and am able to work remotely.”

Lazarus-linked macOS malware hits crypto and fintech firms

Security researchers linked a new “Mach-O Man” malware kit to a Lazarus campaign that uses fake meeting invites and ClickFix prompts to steal credentials and access corporate systems on macOS.

Binance.US cuts spot trading fees to near zero in push to undercut rivals

The exchange set maker fees at 0% and taker fees at 0.02% across all pairs, extending near-zero pricing to all users with no volume tiers or subscription requirements.

Aave deposits fall by $15B as Kelp exploit sparks flight from DeFi lender

Aave’s supplied balance has tanked since the Kelp DAO bridge exploit, as users pull funds amid uncertainty over how much of the rsETH-linked shortfall the protocol will ultimately absorb.

UK cracks down on illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading in nationwide raids

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI1MzEtMTI5OS03NWUwLThiODEtMmVlYjlmMWM1MzAxLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="UK cracks down on illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading in nationwide raids" class="type:primaryImage">The Financial Conduct Authority has raided eight locations suspected of illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, issuing cease-and-desist orders.

Europe’s MiCA regime puts smaller crypto firms under pressure

<img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy5jb2ludGVsZWdyYXBoLmNvbS91cGxvYWRzLzIwMjYtMDQvMDE5ZGI1MDUtZDZhNi03YTE4LWIxNjctNGYxMzA5OWFhYWYyLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Europe’s MiCA regime puts smaller crypto firms under pressure" class="type:primaryImage">Smaller crypto companies across Europe face mounting compliance costs as MiCA moves from framework to enforcement, raising fears of market consolidation.