CFTC sues Cash FX, alleges $950M crypto-linked forex scheme
The CFTC claimed that Cash FX engaged in minimal forex trading and misappropriated most of the participant funds. Source：Cointelegraph
Solana’s 150-millisecond settlement upgrade reaches second public test network
Alpenglow is running on both public test networks, giving application teams a place to check their software before the live blockchain switches. Source：CoinDesk
Another appeals court rules against prediction market provider Kalshi, says sports contracts are subject to state regulations
A Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled that prediction markets' sportsrelated events contracts are not swaps, and therefore aren't subject to federal…
Ex-CFTC leader to leave Blockchain Association after CLARITY vote fails
Former CFTC Commissioner Summer Mersinger joined the Blockchain Association in 2025 after resigning during her second term at the federal commodities…
These under-the-radar risk factors may explain why some older people are more vulnerable to scams
Criminals use sophisticated techniques to form deep emotional attachments to their victims Source：MarketWatch
Blockchain Association sees leadership shift shortly after crypto Clarity Act fizzles
The trade group will be run again by its original CEO, Kristin Smith, when Summer Mersinger leaves at the end of a long congressional tussle. Source：CoinDesk
Microsoft’s stock has roared back to life and is now headed for its highest close of the year
Microsoft shares got off to a rough start this year, but investors have warmed to the company’s AI narrative over the last few months. Source：MarketWatch
A 10% risk-free yield? For some, yes.
This could be a bargain, especially for very high earners and those in hightax locations. Source：MarketWatch
This is why you might see 8% mortgage rates soon
Also in Weekend Reads: The bond market selloff’s consequences for AI, a threat to the buyandhold investment style and advice from the Moneyist.…
Strategy seeks shareholder approval for daily preferred stock dividends
Strategy’s proposal would move STRC and its three other preferred stocks to daily dividend payments, following a similar move by Bitcoin treasury firm Strive.…
Tesla’s stock falls as launch of Semi truck fails to excite investors
Autonomous trucking represents a compelling opportunity for Tesla, but it’s unclear what the company’s initial Semi targets look like. Source：MarketWatch
Strategy proposes daily dividends to bring STRC back toward $100
STRC has remained below $100 since May, despite a 12% dividend rate and roughly $1 billion in preferred share buybacks. Source：CoinDesk