Poland stalls on crypto law, forcing local companies to move abroad
Poland’s parliament, the Sejm, has yet to pass a domestic enabling act for the EU’s regulations on cryptocurrencies. The parliament has again failed to override a presidential veto on a key crypto regulation bill. President Karol Nawrocki defended his veto, citing concerns over excessive regulation that could harm small businesses. Opponents state that the lack
European investors may switch banks for better crypto access, survey finds
Cryptocurrency offerings are starting to influence how European investors are choosing their bank providers, but regulatory uncertainty continues to hinder mainstream adoption, according to a new survey. A Börse Stuttgart Digital survey released Tuesday found that 35% of European investors would consider switching banks if another institution offered better cryptocurrency investment options, suggesting crypto is
Fake delivery driver targets French crypto worker in armed home invasion
A man posing as a delivery driver allegedly tried to extort a crypto investor at gunpoint in a suburb of Montpellier, in what local media describe as the first reported crypto-motivated home invasion in France’s Hérault region. According to French outlet Actu.fr, the suspect gained access to the family home in Saint-Jean-de-Védas on April 11
Group of 39 firms urge EU to fast-track DLT rules, warn of lagging the US
A group of European financial companies and industry bodies have urged European Union officials and lawmakers to fast-track changes to blockchain rules, warning the region risks falling behind the US in tokenized finance. In a joint letter on Tuesday, 39 signatories, including Nasdaq and Boerse Stuttgart, called on the European Commission and Parliament to carve
UK plans payments rule changes for stablecoins, tokenized deposits
The United Kingdom is revisiting its payments rulebook to support the adoption of new fintech and payment technologies such as stablecoins and tokenization. In a Tuesday announcement, HM Treasury and Economic Secretary to the Treasury Lucy Rigby said the government will consult on reforms for payment services and electronic money rules. The Treasury said the
Five times President Trump made a statement that moved bitcoin, and why it might happen again this week
Five times President Trump made a statement that moved bitcoin, and why it might happen again this week Trump’s social media posts and statements to news reporters have triggered 5% to 12% swings in the price of bitcoin, blurring the lines between policy and market manipulation. Apr 20, 2026, 4:10 p.m. Make preferred on Bitcoin
Bitcoin faces near-term pressure as liquidity tightens, Hilbert Group CIO says
Russell Thompson warned of a sharp tightening in global liquidity that could weigh on risk assets and bitcoin in the near term, before expected U.S. policy action provides relief. Apr 20, 2026, 4:07 p.m. Make preferred on Global liquidity is set to deteriorate sharply, according to Russell Thompson, chief investment officer at crypto asset manager
UK gas-investment firm weighs bitcoin mining, draws criticism
UK gas-investment firm weighs bitcoin mining, draws criticism Reabold Resources’ gas field is so large it could theoretically mine 50,000 BTC, local media said. The firm said it will test bitcoin mining before pivoting to data centers. Apr 20, 2026, 3:22 p.m. Make preferred on Reabold Resources, an investment company focused on developing European gas
Blockchain sleuth accuses RaveDAO of knowing who manipulated the price of its token
Blockchain sleuth accuses RaveDAO of knowing who manipulated the price of its token The on-chain sleuth cited “suspicious” exchange-linked activity as RAVE swung from $60 million in market capitalization to $6 billion and back. Apr 20, 2026, 3:16 p.m. Make preferred on Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT wrote on Sunday that the team behind RaveDAO is at
U.S. crypto adoption is rebounding, bitcoin still dominates, Deutsche Bank says
U.S. crypto adoption is rebounding, bitcoin still dominates, Deutsche Bank says Retail participation in the U.S. has bounced back to mid-2025 levels even as most consumers expect lower bitcoin prices ahead, the bank said. Apr 20, 2026, 3:12 p.m. Make preferred on Crypto adoption in the U.S. has staged a comeback, even as sentiment around