Mert crowns Zcash as Bitcoin faces Europe privacy backlash

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…

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Congress to Probe Whether Crypto Can Challenge China and Russia’s Grip on Financial Freedom

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…

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EU targets privacy coins while leaving Bitcoin transfers untouched

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…

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Coinbase’s Everything Exchange Expands With Pre-IPO Perps, Stock Options, Tokenized Stocks

Key Takeaways Coinbase unveiled a slate of new market-focused products, hinting at a broader vision for how users access and interact with financial assets. Base gained private transactions, adding another layer to its evolving ecosystem for developers and users. Looking ahead, emerging AI-driven financial tools could open new possibilities across the platform in ways that…

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