Brie Carter

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a budget bill introducing a 0.2% tax on cryptocurrency transactions involving state residents as part of a US$55.9 billion fiscal 2027 budget.

The International Monetary Fund reported that Nigeria received US$59 billion in crypto-asset inflows between July 2023 and June 2024, highlighting the growing role of stablecoins in cross-border payments and financial activity.

Resources & Energy Group (ASX:REZ) signed a gold mining agreement with Rembrandt Mining.

Blockchain analysis indicates that Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC), controls approximately 1.1 million BTC worth nearly US$73 billion.

St George Mining (ASX:SGQ) secured firm commitments to raise $60 million through a new share placement.

Coinbase has expanded its stock and ETF trading services by allowing US customers to transfer existing investment portfolios from other brokerages onto its platform.

Sims (ASX:SGM) announced an upward revision to its expected financial performance for the 2026 fiscal year.

Symal Group (ASX:SYL) agreed to acquire 100% of Shamrock Civil for an upfront payment of $51 million.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) climbed above US$67,000 after United States President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement with Iran.

Hancock Iron Ore has cut jobs at its Pilbara operations while maintaining system production above 63 million tonnes annually.