₿itcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

OFAC warned that digital asset payments tied to Strait of Hormuz passage can create sanctions exposure. The alert says digital assets do not reduce legal risk for maritime firms, financial institutions, insurers, or counterparties. Key Takeaways: OFAC warned crypto payments tied to Hormuz transit may trigger sanctions exposure. Reports say Iran operates a crypto-based toll […]

Japanese giant SBI Group is bringing crypto rewards into everyday spending with a new Visa card offering that converts points into BTC, ETH, or XRP. The campaign offers rewards of up to 10% for Gold users and 2.5% for standard users. Key Takeaways: SBI and Visa launched credit cards that convert spending points into a […]

President Donald Trump told Congress on Thursday that U.S. military hostilities with Iran have ended, a declaration timed to the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution of 1973 that gives markets and investors a clearer geopolitical signal heading into May. Key Takeaways: Trump declared U.S.-Iran hostilities “terminated” on May 1, bypassing the War Powers […]

Japan Exchange Group is preparing to introduce cryptocurrency ETFs as early as 2027, pending regulatory and tax reforms. The move signals Japan’s shift toward integrating digital assets into its mainstream financial system. Key Takeaways: Japan Exchange Group targets 2027 crypto ETFs pending legal and tax reforms. JPX shift mirrors U.S. bitcoin ETF success, signaling rising […]