Bitwise Pushes Back on Bitcoin Limits in 401(k) Plans
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan criticized restrictions on Bitcoin in 401(k) plans as US Senator Elizabeth Warren pressed the SEC on retirement risk oversight.
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Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan criticized restrictions on Bitcoin in 401(k) plans as US Senator Elizabeth Warren pressed the SEC on retirement risk oversight.
The US Senate Agriculture Committee delayed markup of a major crypto market structure bill, citing the need for additional bipartisan support.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism after a token he promoted saw a rapid liquidity withdrawal, triggering accusations of a potential rug pull.
Crypto investment products experienced $454 million in outflows last week, driven largely by Bitcoin and U.S. funds amid fading expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut.
Dubai’s DFSA has banned privacy tokens and redefined stablecoin rules, shifting crypto asset approval responsibility to licensed firms within the DIFC.
Swiss Bitcoin treasury firm Future Holdings, backed by Adam Back, has agreed to preliminary terms for acquisition by Sweden-listed H100 Group as it expands into Switzerland.
The DOJ has opened a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, raising questions over central bank independence and reinforcing Bitcoin’s hedge narrative.
Monero surged above $592, marking an eight-year high as investor interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies resurfaces amid fragmented liquidity.
The SEC has postponed rulings on two crypto ETFs while opening a public comment period for options tied to a Grayscale multi-asset crypto fund.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $1 billion in net outflows over three days as investors reduced risk and momentum faded.