A roundup of the latest cryptocurrency news as of May 19, 2025
📉 Market Overview
Bitcoin (BTC) briefly surged above $106,500 before retreating to around $103,000, marking a 0.9% daily decline.
Ethereum (ETH) experienced a 4.8% drop, trading at approximately $2,386.
The overall crypto market capitalization decreased by 3.3% over the last 24 hours, now standing at $3.36 trillion.
📈 Institutional Investments & Market Sentiment
U.S. crypto funds have seen over $7.5 billion in inflows in 2025, indicating growing investor appetite.
Crypto analyst Scott Melker suggests that Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by the end of 2025, driven by institutional adoption and decreasing volatility.
🏛️ Regulatory Developments
The UK's HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will implement new regulations starting January 1, 2026, requiring individuals and businesses involved in cryptocurrency transactions to submit personal information to their trading platforms. Non-compliance could result in fines up to £300 per user.
Several cities in Minnesota, USA, are moving to regulate or ban cryptocurrency ATMs due to a surge in fraud cases linked to their use.
🧑💼 Political & Industry News
Former President Donald Trump faces scrutiny over family-linked cryptocurrency ventures, with concerns about potential conflicts of interest and foreign influence.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has proposed a new design to make running nodes easier, aiming to enhance network accessibility and decentralization. #BinanceAlphaAlert $BT
