In an ambitious move, Russia has become involved in de-dollarization talks with the Islamic world, looking to create an independent financial system. A tiny Himalayan kingdom, Bhutan, is turning its gaze towards cryptocurrency as a vehicle for accelerated growth. Trouble brews in the DeFi landscape, as Tornado Cash DAO faces a takeover due to vote fraud, leading to a significant slump in its token value. MetaMask, a popular wallet service, is in the spotlight for adjusting its terms of service - they may now hold onto your crypto if you haven't paid your taxes. And finally, the probability of US banks restricting cash withdrawals is "rising like mercury," according to Macro Guru Hugh Hendry.