Another week, another recap! Missed some news or unsure about the most important stories from the past week? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered:
Trump Bids Farewell to CBDCs: Trump signed the “Genius Act” into law, banning the creation of a U.S. central bank digital currency. He says CBDCs threaten financial freedom.
CoinShares Secures EU MiCA Regulatory Approval: CoinShares became one of the first crypto firms to get a MiCA license, allowing operations across all EU member states.
Bank of England May Cancel Digital Pound Plans: UK officials are reconsidering the digital pound, questioning if it’s still needed as private digital payments improve.
First-Ever US Solana Staking ETF Blasts Through $100M: The new Solana staking ETF quickly topped $100 million, showing strong demand from investors seeking passive rewards.
Justin Sun’s Crypto Cash Fuels Space Trip: TRON founder Justin Sun will fund a Blue Origin space flight using crypto, highlighting blockchain’s role beyond Earth.
This week’s news shows how crypto is shaping the future in bold and surprising ways. From Trump officially banning the digital dollar to Europe tightening its crypto rules, the regulatory landscape is shifting fast. Meanwhile, big investments like the Solana ETF and space missions funded by crypto remind us that digital assets are now reaching far beyond just finance.