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:
U.S. Treasury Explores Digital ID for DeFi as Part of GENIUS Act. The Treasury is considering a national digital ID system to monitor DeFi platforms, aiming to fight financial crime and increase oversight.
Japan to Launch First Yen-Backed Stablecoin JPYC Soon. Japan is preparing to roll out JPYC, a stablecoin pegged to the yen, marking a key step in merging blockchain with traditional finance.
South Korea Halts Crypto Lending Services. South Korean regulators have suspended crypto lending services, citing investor protection concerns and lack of clear legal frameworks.
Ethereum Funds See Sharp Sell-Off Despite Recent Inflow Streak. After weeks of inflows, Ethereum investment products faced strong outflows, signaling shifting sentiment in the market.
Google Becomes Largest Shareholder With 14% TeraWulf Stake. Google now holds 14% of U.S. crypto mining firm TeraWulf, showing Big Tech’s growing interest in the digital asset industry.
This week, governments and tech giants are stepping deeper into crypto — some pushing for control, others betting on growth. As Ethereum struggles with investor confidence and stablecoins go global, the future of digital assets remains anything but quiet.