The post FOMC Decision and White House Crypto Policy Report Set for Release appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25–4.5%, signaling cautious monitoring of inflation and economy. Investors now watch for a possible rate cut in September. Simultaneously, the White House unveiled its first comprehensive crypto policy report, outlining new regulatory guidelines including stablecoin licensing, clearer agency roles, and updated AML measures. The report aims to …

The post Bitcoin Penguins Is Going Viral—Is It the Next Pengu or More? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin Penguins has entered the meme arena, and this penguin isn’t waddling, it’s marching. Smashing 1.3M raised since opening the doors of its blitzkrieg 30-day sprint presale, smart money labelled wallets on-chain are snapping it up fast.The initial success is reminiscent of the momentum that launched Pudgy Penguins into the spotlight and added billions to …

The post XDC Network Price Surges on Binance US Listing — Can Bulls Push Beyond $0.111? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XDC Network has drawn investor attention with a sharp rally fueled by its recent listing on Binance US. The price is up 8.14% since yesterday, reaching a high of $0.1011 before cooling slightly to $0.09818. With a market cap of $1.6 billion and 24-hour trading volume surging 69% to $84.77 million, this mid-cap token seems …

The post Pakistan to Allow Banks to Buy and Sell Bitcoin to Boost Adoption appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pakistan will permit banks and financial institutions to buy and sell Bitcoin to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption nationwide. The State Bank of Pakistan will issue licenses under the new Virtual Assets Act, 2025, creating a regulatory framework for crypto trading. This policy aims to modernize the financial system, enhance transaction transparency, and expand digital asset access. …

The post Just In: Kraken Plans $500M Raise Ahead of Potential 2026 IPO appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Kraken, one of the world’s leading crypto exchanges, is reportedly looking to raise $500 million at a $15 billion, according to a report from The Information.  This move comes as interest in crypto firms is picking up, and speculation about Kraken’s potential IPO is growing.  Kraken Targets $500M Raise Amid IPO Buzz Investor demand for …

The post Pi Network News: Wallet “Buy” Feature Fails as Pi Token Transactions Stall appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Coin price is trading around $0.42, down nearly 4% today as sentiment weakens across the community. The dip follows widespread reports of failed Pi token transactions via the Pi Wallet’s new “Buy” feature. The timing is indeed critical for investors who are already cautious due to a large token unlock scheduled for August, and …

The post Coinbase Launches Nano XRP and SOL Futures for U.S. Traders appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Coinbase Derivatives is expanding its lineup with new nano-sized futures contracts for Solana and XRP. Set to launch on August 18, these U.S.-style perpetual futures are designed to provide retail traders with easier and lower-cost access to major crypto assets, making it easier for U.S. traders to access and trade crypto with less capital. The …

The post XDC Co-Founder Confirms ETF Plans: ‘Just the Beginning’ for Blockchain Finance appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The open-source blockchain platform XDC Network is planning to launch its own ETF. XDC supports smart contracts based on Ethereum (EVM) and works with systems like SWIFT, making it easy to handle real-world asset transactions. Recently, XDC co-founder Ritesh Kakkad shared that the network is using blockchain to change the way finance works. They have …

The post How FOMC Meeting Today Will Impact Bitcoin and Ethereum Price appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Today isn’t just another Federal Reserve meeting, it might set the tone for how crypto moves in the coming weeks. Most experts believe that the Fed will keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%. However, U.S. President Donald Trump has added a twist. He’s putting strong pressure on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to either …

The post Crypto Tax in Indonesia Raised to 1% From August 1st appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Indonesia is tightening crypto taxes. Starting August 1, new rules will raise taxes on crypto trades, especially on those using foreign platforms. The move highlights the government’s intent to capture a larger share of revenue from a booming sector that now boasts over 20 million users, outpacing the country’s traditional stock market investor base.  New …