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US Treasury Brings Bank-Grade Threat Intelligence to Crypto for Enhanced Security
US Treasury Extends Bank-Grade Threat Intelligence to Crypto Sector The US Treasury has dropped a bombshell on the crypto world with a bold new initiative: extending bank-grade threat intelligence to the cryptocurrency sector. This move aims to arm digital asset players with high-level security tools typically reserved for traditional banks, tackling the persistent plague of […]
Read MoreUS Treasury Provides Free Cyber Threat Intel to Crypto Firms Amid $3.4B 2025 Losses
US Treasury Offers Free Cyber Threat Intel to Crypto Firms Amid $3.4B in 2025 Losses Picture waking up to find your crypto wallet drained by a hacker operating from halfway across the world, backed by a rogue state like North Korea. That’s the grim reality for countless investors this year, with the digital asset industry […]
Read MoreUS Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Program for Crypto Firms Amid Rising Hacks
US Treasury Unveils Cybersecurity Program for Crypto Firms Amid Rising Hacks and Threats The US Department of the Treasury has stepped into the fray with a new initiative to fortify cybersecurity for digital asset firms, a timely response to the relentless wave of hacks and scams battering the crypto industry. Announced on Thursday, this program, […]
Read MoreUS Treasury’s Harsh AML Rules for Stablecoins: Innovation Stifled or Necessary Control?
US Treasury’s Tight AML Rules for Stablecoins: Innovation or Overreach? The US Treasury has dropped a regulatory bombshell on dollar stablecoin issuers, unveiling stringent anti-money-laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance rules that could redefine the crypto game. Spearheaded by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), these proposals demand […]
Read MoreCoinbase Slams US Treasury: Blockchain Is the Fix for Financial Crime
Coinbase Challenges US Treasury: Blockchain Solves Financial Crime Coinbase, a titan in the cryptocurrency exchange world, has dropped a bombshell on the US Treasury Department with a 30-page letter dated October 17, 2025. Authored by Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal, this isn’t just a polite suggestion—it’s a hard-hitting roadmap to overhaul how financial crime is […]
Read MoreUS Treasury’s GENIUS Act: Crypto Innovation or Privacy Threat in 2025?
US Treasury Moves Forward with GENIUS Act, Opens Public Feedback on Crypto Regulation The US Treasury Department has officially begun implementing the GENIUS Act, a landmark piece of legislation signed into law by President Donald Trump on July 18, 2025, aimed at fostering cryptocurrency innovation while clamping down on illicit activities. With a 60-day public […]
Read MoreUS Treasury’s Digital ID Push for DeFi Sparks Privacy Debate Under GENIUS Act 2025
US Treasury Pushes Digital ID for DeFi: Stablecoin Regulation Under GENIUS Act 2025 The U.S. Department of the Treasury is stepping into the decentralized finance (DeFi) arena with a controversial proposal to enforce digital identity verification, aiming to clamp down on illicit activities while navigating the tightrope of innovation and oversight. Tied to the newly […]
Read MoreCrypto Markets Lose $1B in Liquidations as US Rejects Bitcoin Reserve Purchases
Crypto Markets Bleed $1B in Liquidations as US Rejects Bitcoin Reserve Purchases A staggering $1 billion in crypto derivatives liquidations hit traders like a freight train this week, just as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dropped a bombshell: the government won’t be buying Bitcoin for its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This brutal combo of market chaos […]
Read MoreUS Treasury Targets Aeza Group, Freezes $350K Crypto Wallet in Cybercrime Crackdown
US Treasury Slams Aeza Group, Freezes $350K Crypto Wallet in Cybercrime Crackdown The U.S. Treasury Department has launched a fierce assault on cybercrime, targeting the Russia-based Aeza Group, a bulletproof hosting provider notorious for sheltering ransomware gangs and darknet markets. With a TRON blockchain wallet packed with over $350,000 now frozen, this action aims to […]
Read MoreUS Treasury Delists Tornado Cash but Faces Backlash Over Lawsuit Dismissal
US Treasury Faces Backlash Over Attempt To Dismiss Tornado Cash Case Without Final Ruling The US Treasury’s decision to delist Tornado Cash from its sanctions list has sparked controversy, with critics arguing that dismissing the lawsuit without a final court ruling could leave the crypto-mixing protocol vulnerable to future attacks. US Treasury delists Tornado Cash […]
Read MoreUS Treasury Explores Bitcoin Custody Options Amid Strategic Reserve Expansion
US Treasury Explores Custody Options for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve The US Treasury is exploring options for securing its strategic Bitcoin reserve, which currently holds nearly 200,000 BTC valued at around $17.5 billion. Discussions with top cryptocurrency custody companies are underway to determine whether the government should self-custody its Bitcoin or utilize third-party custody services. This […]
Read MoreChinese Hackers Breach US Treasury: Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call for Crypto
Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury Department: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity In a shocking display of digital espionage, Chinese hackers have infiltrated the US Treasury Department, compromising around 400 devices, including Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s computer. This breach, a stark reminder of the escalating cyber warfare between the US and China, raises critical questions about […]
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