Zcash has gained renewed attention after discussions around Europe’s planned crypto compliance rules pushed the privacy-focused cryptocurrency back into the spotlight. Summary Mert highlighted Zcash as a leading privacy-focused crypto amid debate over Europe’s upcoming compliance rules. Analysts disputed claims that every Bitcoin transaction will require identity verification under the EU framework. Technical analysts are
Kontigo, which allows Latin American users to dodge inflation by using “digital dollars” has been forced to reimburse over 1,000 accounts. Source link
Key Takeaways Javier Milei signed Order 475/2026, cutting exchange tax costs to level the Argentine crypto market. The law cuts a 1.2% cheque tax from November 2021, allowing exchanges to drop fees for users. Manuel Baudroit thanked Javier Milei for the reform, which is expected to boost the crypto product suite in 2026. Crypto Tax
A former EF contributor says underinvestment today could create costly development setbacks that become visible within 18 months. Ethereum may be heading toward a funding crisis that could begin to emerge within the next three to nine months, according to former Ethereum Foundation contributor Trent Van Epps. In a recent article on X, Van
The European Union has approved anti-money laundering rules that will ban regulated crypto firms from supporting privacy coins while leaving direct Bitcoin transfers between private wallets outside the scope of mandatory identification requirements. Summary EU AML rules will bar regulated crypto firms from supporting privacy coins starting July 2027. Bitcoin transfers between self-hosted wallets remain
Chen Zhi is head of the Prince Group and had previously laundered around $15B in BTC, revealed to have been seized in October. Source link
Which Apple Pencil Should You Buy? Photograph: Julian Chokkattu The Apple Pencil is a must-have for any iPad owner who takes a lot of notes or likes to draw. (You can even use it to sign documents.) iPadOS also has handwriting support within certain search fields and apps (like Notes), so you don’t need to
Key Takeaways Lawmakers will assess how cryptocurrency may expand access under authoritarian or unstable financial systems. Experts from Anchorage Digital Bank and advocacy groups will address security, surveillance, and autonomy. Policy discussions will address how Washington balances digital finance innovation with national security concerns. House Roundtable Will Review Digital Assets and Repressive Financial Systems A
In crypto news today (June 19), Bitcoin has fallen another -2% overnight, dropping below $64,000, with ETF flows bleeding once more, while Michael Saylor’s STRC stock continues to crash, fueling fears that Strategy will be forced to dump Bitcoin to stabilize the STRC price. Liquidations have picked up, with over $452M over the past 24-hours
The global cryptocurrency markets are flashing high-alert warning signs this week. Regulatory bodies across Europe and Asia are introducing sweeping enforcement adjustments, market data highlights historically deep sell pressure, and cyber-laundering sweeps are securing multi-million dollar asset freezes. Here are the news you may have missed this week: 🏛️ Macro Policy & Regulatory Pressures U.S.