North America News

China’s rapid AI infrastructure expansion threatens to shape crypto’s future. The US must prioritize energy and open rails to lead.

Canary Capital has filed for a US-only crypto ETF, aiming to track an index of American-rooted digital assets as the SEC weighs other fund applications.

Gemini organized a record-breaking drone show featuring a massive Bitcoin logo to celebrate the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

A crypto scam faked an endorsement from Justin Trudeau, with the phony then-prime minister advising viewers to use a sham platform to respond to Donald Trump’s tariffs.

State securities official Claire McHenry warned that AI and cryptocurrency ATMs are fueling a rise in digital asset fraud, disproportionately affecting seniors.

Canada’s FINTRAC updates AML strategies, emphasizing cryptocurrency’s role in combating synthetic opioid-related money laundering.

North America faces energy challenges as cryptocurrency mining and AI data centers push electricity demand to unprecedented levels.

Hut 8 has acquired 990 Bitcoin for $100 million, boosting its total BTC holdings to over $1 billion as institutional adoption of cryptocurrency accelerates.

A Texas Bitcoin investor faces two years in prison for failing to report over $4 million in cryptocurrency gains, setting a legal precedent.

Mayor Ken Sim urges Vancouver to explore Bitcoin adoption, highlighting its potential to safeguard financial stability amid fiat inflation.

The geographic distribution of crypto developers often signals the regions poised to drive future blockchain innovation.

The Bank of Canada’s research revealed mixed views on a digital Canadian dollar and highlighted Canadians’ enduring trust in cash and card payments.

Bitfarms delayed its special shareholders’ meeting to address Riot’s demand for board changes, aiming for an informed decision.

The Supreme Court of British Columbia has ordered $1.2 million in damages to be paid in a Bitcoin-related loan dispute, reflecting the growing legal acceptance of cryptocurrencies.

Bitfarms assumes control of its first U.S. mega-site, marking a significant expansion in its power capacity and mining operations.