Texas has put into effect a new rule prohibiting the sale of “intoxicating hemp flower.” Business owners say the impact of this ban is immediate, forcing them to adjust their operations as they navigate changing regulations.

The U.S. Transportation Department is taking steps to remove regulatory hurdles for automakers, aiming to foster innovation in autonomous vehicle technology and compete with China. This initiative seeks to accelerate development in the self-driving car industry by streamlining regulations that have previously hindered progress.

HashKey Group forecasts a significant surge in the cryptocurrency market by 2025, predicting Bitcoin will soar to $300,000. The group’s report highlights regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and traditional capital inflows as key drivers of this growth.