Crypto Crackdown & Hamas Finance: The U.S. Treasury sanctioned a Hamas-linked fundraising network that moved over $2 million from France using cryptocurrency and “humanitarian” donations, including transfers tied to Gaza-based commanders. Crypto Rulemaking Push: The CFTC opened public input on crypto oversight for retail leveraged transactions and proposed a crypto-specific market registration path, while the SEC and CFTC continue working around a stalled market-structure law. FinCEN Retreat on Wallets/Mixers: Treasury withdrew proposed reporting and recordkeeping rules aimed at self-custody wallets and crypto mixers, citing compliance burden and “fit-for-purpose” regulation. Institutional Crypto Settlement: Kraken operator Payward partnered with Singapore Gulf Bank to enable 24/7 institutional crypto settlement via real-time clearing. Housing & Community Finance: Gov. Hochul marked completion of a $39M Rochester affordable housing project, adding 70 units and a wellness clinic under New York’s broader housing plan. Public Finance Accountability: Federal authorities and the FBI are investigating Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ finances amid leadership turmoil. Auto Affordability Lawsuit: New Mexico joined California in suing over Trump-era fuel economy standard rollbacks, arguing higher gas demand will hit consumers. Chicago Police Settlements: Chicago aldermen advanced a $261M police misconduct settlement tied to Reynaldo Guevara’s alleged framing of murder cases. Data Centers & AI Backlash: Amazon pledged $1B over five years for communities hosting data centers as opposition to AI build-outs grows.