Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund reveals US$436 million Bitcoin ETF investment

Abu Dhabi, the world’s leading city in managing sovereign wealth fund capital, has invested massively in Bitcoin.
Indonesia’s financial authority explores crypto-backed ETFs, targets regulatory framework by late 2025

Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) is studying the potential introduction of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, as underlying components.
White House taps crypto veteran Jonathan Gould to lead Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

The White House has selected Jonathan Gould, a crypto-native banking professional, to lead the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).
20 US states push Bitcoin reserve bills, signaling potential US$23 billion investment

Lawmakers in 20 US states have introduced bills aimed at establishing Bitcoin and digital asset reserves, a move that could lead to significant state-level investment in cryptocurrency.
Central African Republic president launches meme coin ‘experiment’

Faustin-Archange Touadéra, president of the Central African Republic (CAR), has launched a meme coin called $CAR as part of an effort to raise the country’s global profile.
China and 60+ nations sign AI ethics pact at Paris summit, US and UK abstain

China and over 60 countries signed a final statement at the AI Action Summit in Paris on Tuesday, committing to an inclusive, open, ethical, and safe approach to AI development.
Salesforce wants to invest US$500 million in Saudi Arabia’s AI sector

Salesforce has announced plans to invest US$500 million in artificial intelligence initiatives in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in the kingdom’s efforts to become a regional AI powerhouse.
North Carolina mulling over bill to invest public funds in Bitcoin ETFs

North Carolina lawmakers are weighing a proposal to allocate public funds to Bitcoin exchange-traded products (ETPs), marking another step in the growing trend of state-level crypto investments.
Japan to classify cryptocurrencies as securities? Regulatory overhaul could draw ETFs

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is exploring the potential classification of cryptocurrencies as securities.