** A bipartisan group of senators has moved forward with a bill to regulate cryptocurrencies after some Democrats dropped their earlier objections. Initially, they had blocked the measure over worries that President Trump might personally benefit, but they now argue that cracking down on the crypto industry can’t wait. Senator Mark Warner acknowledged concerns about Trump’s ties to crypto but called the bill progress.

What This Mean: ** This isn’t just another political back-and-forth—it signals that crypto regulation is gaining real momentum, even in a divided Congress. With both parties finding rare common ground, it suggests that lawmakers see the wild west of digital currencies as a problem that needs fixing now, not later. Whether you love or hate crypto, this could shape how it’s used (and controlled) in the U.S. for years to come.

** A group of creditors is suing crypto billionaire Barry Silbert, founder of Digital Currency Group, claiming he played a key role in defrauding them and accelerating the 2022 crypto market crash. The lawsuits suggest the so-called "crypto winter" started earlier than most people realized, with Silbert’s alleged misconduct as a major factor.

What This Mean: ** If these accusations hold up, it could reshape how people view the 2022 crypto collapse—not just as a market downturn, but as something fueled by shady dealings at the top. It’s another blow to an industry already struggling with trust, and it might make regulators (and investors) even more skeptical of big players in crypto.