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On April 29, Cynthia Lummis, the U.S. Senator who proposed the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act, stated that concerns regarding the developer protection provisions in the CLARITY Act are not a new issue. She is currently working to refine these provisions, aiming to ensure the safety of non-fund transfer developers while holding wrongdoers accountable.

[Senator Lummis: Working to Improve Developer Protection Provisions in the CLARITY Act]On April 29, Cynthia Lummis, the U.S. Senator who proposed the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act, stated that concerns regarding the developer protection provisions in the CLARITY Act are not a new issue. She is currently working to refine these provisions, aiming to ensure the safety of non-fund transfer developers while holding wrongdoers accountable.

Senator Lummis: Working to Improve Developer Protection Provisions in the CLARITY Act

On April 29, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on the X platform that the Treasury has taken action against Iran's international shadow banking infrastructure, cryptocurrency access channels, shadow fleets, weapons procurement networks, funding for regional terrorism proxies, and independent Chinese refineries supporting Iranian oil trade through economic sanctions. These actions have disrupted hundreds of billions of dollars that could have been used to finance terrorism. Under the highest pressure campaign from the U.S. President, Tehran's inflation rate has doubled, and its currency has rapidly depreciated. Iran's main oil export terminal, Kharg Island, is nearing its oil storage limit, which will force the regime to cut oil production, resulting in an additional daily loss of approximately $170 million in revenue and causing permanent damage to Iran's oil infrastructure. The Treasury will continue to apply maximum pressure, and any individuals, vessels, or entities assisting Tehran's illegal flow face the risk of U.S. sanctions.

[U.S. Treasury Secretary: Actions Taken Against Iran's Cryptocurrency Channels]On April 29, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on the X platform that the Treasury has taken action against Iran's international shadow banking infrastructure, cryptocurrency access channels, shadow fleets, weapons procurement networks, funding for regional terrorism proxies, and independent Chinese refineries supporting Iranian oil trade through economic sanctions. These actions have disrupted hundreds of billions of dollars that could have been used to finance terrorism. Under the highest pressure campaign from the U.S. President, Tehran's inflation rate has doubled, and its currency has rapidly depreciated. Iran's main oil export terminal, Kharg Island, is nearing its oil storage limit, which will force the regime to cut oil production, resulting in an additional daily loss of approximately $170 million in revenue and causing permanent damage to Iran's oil infrastructure. The Treasury will continue to apply maximum pressure, and any individuals, vessels, or entities assisting Tehran's illegal flow face the risk of U.S. sanctions.

U.S. Treasury Secretary: Actions Taken Against Iran's Cryptocurrency Channels

On April 29, Cynthia Lummis, the U.S. Senator and proponent of the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act, stated that concerns regarding the developer protection provisions in the CLARITY Act are not new issues. Efforts are currently underway to refine these provisions, aiming to ensure the safety of non-fund transfer developers while holding wrongdoers accountable.

[Senator Lummis: Working to Improve Developer Protection Provisions in the CLARITY Act]On April 29, Cynthia Lummis, the U.S. Senator and proponent of the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act, stated that concerns regarding the developer protection provisions in the CLARITY Act are not new issues. Efforts are currently underway to refine these provisions, aiming to ensure the safety of non-fund transfer developers while holding wrongdoers accountable.

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On April 29, U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan denied former FTX CEO SBF's request for a retrial, harshly criticizing the so-called new evidence as baseless and "highly conspiratorial." In a court order issued on Tuesday, the judge pointed out that SBF's claims that FTX was actually solvent, that the Department of Justice was concealing information, and that witnesses were too afraid to testify due to government threats were completely contradicted by the record. SBF had originally accused former FTX Digital Markets co-CEO Ryan Salame and former data science chief Daniel Chapsky of not appearing in court out of fear, but the judge emphasized that SBF could have subpoenaed or compelled them to testify but took no action. SBF was found guilty on all seven counts of fraud by a New York jury in November 2023 and was subsequently sentenced to 25 years in prison. Last week, he voluntarily withdrew his motion for a new trial, stating that he could not obtain a "fair hearing" from Judge Kaplan, but an appeal is still ongoing. The judge also criticized SBF for attempting to generate public opinion through interviews, noting that the so-called new facts had already been raised multiple times. SBF had sought a pardon from Trump, but Trump has made it clear that there are no such plans.

[US Judge Rejects SBF's Motion for New Trial, Calls New Evidence Baseless and Conspiracy-Laden]On April 29, U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan denied former FTX CEO SBF's request for a retrial, harshly criticizing the so-called new evidence as baseless and "highly conspiratorial." In a court order issued on Tuesday, the judge pointed out that SBF's claims that FTX was actually solvent, that the Department of Justice was concealing information, and that witnesses were too afraid to testify due to government threats were completely contradicted by the record. SBF had originally accused former FTX Digital Markets co-CEO Ryan Salame and former data science chief Daniel Chapsky of not appearing in court out of fear, but the judge emphasized that SBF could have subpoenaed or compelled them to testify but took no action. SBF was found guilty on all seven counts of fraud by a New York jury in November 2023 and was subsequently sentenced to 25 years in prison. Last week, he voluntarily withdrew his motion for a new trial, stating that he could not obtain a "fair hearing" from Judge Kaplan, but an appeal is still ongoing. The judge also criticized SBF for attempting to generate public opinion through interviews, noting that the so-called new facts had already been raised multiple times. SBF had sought a pardon from Trump, but Trump has made it clear that there are no such plans.

US Judge Rejects SBF's Motion for New Trial, Calls New Evidence Baseless and Conspiracy-Laden

On April 29, the U.S. Department of Justice revealed that French national Maximilien de Hoop Cartier was sentenced to 8 years in prison by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for operating an unlicensed over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency exchange. He assisted in transferring over $470 million in proceeds from drug trafficking and other criminal activities through the U.S. financial system to Colombia and other locations. Cartier, since 2018, converted cryptocurrency into fiat currency through more than a dozen U.S. shell companies, falsely claiming to banks that he was engaged in software development and forged contracts and invoices to conceal the source of the funds. After law enforcement agencies seized his accounts in 2021, he continued to submit forged documents, resulting in some funds being returned. In October 2025, Cartier pleaded guilty to operating an unlicensed money transfer business and conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

[French Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Laundering Over $470 Million via Crypto Accounts]On April 29, the U.S. Department of Justice revealed that French national Maximilien de Hoop Cartier was sentenced to 8 years in prison by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York for operating an unlicensed over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency exchange. He assisted in transferring over $470 million in proceeds from drug trafficking and other criminal activities through the U.S. financial system to Colombia and other locations. Cartier, since 2018, converted cryptocurrency into fiat currency through more than a dozen U.S. shell companies, falsely claiming to banks that he was engaged in software development and forged contracts and invoices to conceal the source of the funds. After law enforcement agencies seized his accounts in 2021, he continued to submit forged documents, resulting in some funds being returned. In October 2025, Cartier pleaded guilty to operating an unlicensed money transfer business and conspiracy to commit bank fraud.

French Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Laundering Over $470 Million via Crypto Accounts

On April 29, Eric Trump, the second son of former President Donald Trump, responded to Forbes' criticism regarding his significant profits from the Bitcoin business, which he claims harms MAGA investors. Eric stated that Forbes has become a disgrace in the journalism industry. Just over a year ago, his Bitcoin company, American Bitcoin (ABTC), did not even exist. ABTC went public on Nasdaq 7 months and 25 days ago and now holds over 7,000 Bitcoins, making it the 16th largest public Bitcoin company globally, supported by a massive cluster of nearly 90,000 mining machines and a hash rate of 28 EH/s, utilizing the highest quality energy in the U.S. In the fourth quarter alone, the Bitcoin on its balance sheet increased by 58%, with mining costs 53% lower than the market price of Bitcoin, and fourth-quarter revenue reached $78.3 million, a 22% quarter-over-quarter increase. American Bitcoin can be said to be the fastest company to break into the 'Top 100' in this field and is actively expanding its mining operations every day. This narrative echoes the sentiments expressed by Forbes in the past.

[Eric Trump Responds to Forbes: ABTC Ranks as 16th Largest Public Bitcoin Company, Criticizes Similar Commentary from the Past]On April 29, Eric Trump, the second son of former President Donald Trump, responded to Forbes' criticism regarding his significant profits from the Bitcoin business, which he claims harms MAGA investors. Eric stated that Forbes has become a disgrace in the journalism industry. Just over a year ago, his Bitcoin company, American Bitcoin (ABTC), did not even exist. ABTC went public on Nasdaq 7 months and 25 days ago and now holds over 7,000 Bitcoins, making it the 16th largest public Bitcoin company globally, supported by a massive cluster of nearly 90,000 mining machines and a hash rate of 28 EH/s, utilizing the highest quality energy in the U.S. In the fourth quarter alone, the Bitcoin on its balance sheet increased by 58%, with mining costs 53% lower than the market price of Bitcoin, and fourth-quarter revenue reached $78.3 million, a 22% quarter-over-quarter increase. American Bitcoin can be said to be the fastest company to break into the 'Top 100' in this field and is actively expanding its mining operations every day. This narrative echoes the sentiments expressed by Forbes in the past.

Eric Trump Responds to Forbes: ABTC Ranks as 16th Largest Public Bitcoin Company, Criticizes Similar Commentary from the Past

On April 29, the Canadian federal government announced in its spring economic update report released this Tuesday that it plans to ban cryptocurrency ATMs to protect citizens from fraud. The government defines cryptocurrency ATMs as a primary means for scammers to defraud victims and for criminals to transfer illegal funds. Previous analysis by FINTRAC has shown that cryptocurrency ATMs have become a major channel for scammers to access victims' funds within Canada. The devices allow for rapid and untraceable fund transfers as they do not require bank accounts and lack manual verification. Currently, Canada has nearly 4,000 cryptocurrency ATMs, the highest per capita in the world. The Canadian government stated that this measure aims to ensure that citizens can purchase virtual currencies through physical currency services while better preventing illegal activities. Countries such as the UK, New Zealand, and Australia have already implemented restrictions or bans on cryptocurrency ATMs.

[Canadian Federal Government Plans to Ban Cryptocurrency ATMs to Combat Fraud]On April 29, the Canadian federal government announced in its spring economic update report released this Tuesday that it plans to ban cryptocurrency ATMs to protect citizens from fraud. The government defines cryptocurrency ATMs as a primary means for scammers to defraud victims and for criminals to transfer illegal funds. Previous analysis by FINTRAC has shown that cryptocurrency ATMs have become a major channel for scammers to access victims' funds within Canada. The devices allow for rapid and untraceable fund transfers as they do not require bank accounts and lack manual verification. Currently, Canada has nearly 4,000 cryptocurrency ATMs, the highest per capita in the world. The Canadian government stated that this measure aims to ensure that citizens can purchase virtual currencies through physical currency services while better preventing illegal activities. Countries such as the UK, New Zealand, and Australia have already implemented restrictions or bans on cryptocurrency ATMs.

Canadian Federal Government Plans to Ban Cryptocurrency ATMs to Combat Fraud

On April 29, David Marcus, former President of PayPal and CEO of Lightspark, announced the launch of a new type of Bitcoin wallet that supports AI agents for purchasing BTC and facilitating the transfer of funds.

[Former PayPal President Launches New Bitcoin Wallet with AI Agent for Transactions]On April 29, David Marcus, former President of PayPal and CEO of Lightspark, announced the launch of a new type of Bitcoin wallet that supports AI agents for purchasing BTC and facilitating the transfer of funds.

Former PayPal President Launches New Bitcoin Wallet with AI Agent for Transactions

On April 28, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio stated that Iran is 'seriously' seeking an agreement with the United States, but any deal must prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. 'I believe they genuinely want to get out of their current predicament,' Rubio said. He pointed out that Iran's economic situation is deteriorating, including inflation, difficulties in paying wages, and ongoing sanctions, adding, 'All the issues Iran faced before this conflict still exist, and most have worsened.' He further stated, 'We must ensure that any agreement reached... can completely prevent them from accelerating the development of nuclear weapons at any time.' (Al Jazeera)

[U.S. Secretary of State Rubio: Iran is 'Very Serious' About Reaching an Agreement]On April 28, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio stated that Iran is 'seriously' seeking an agreement with the United States, but any deal must prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. 'I believe they genuinely want to get out of their current predicament,' Rubio said. He pointed out that Iran's economic situation is deteriorating, including inflation, difficulties in paying wages, and ongoing sanctions, adding, 'All the issues Iran faced before this conflict still exist, and most have worsened.' He further stated, 'We must ensure that any agreement reached... can completely prevent them from accelerating the development of nuclear weapons at any time.' (Al Jazeera)

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