NFTs
Crime
US Department of Justice nabs couple for allegedly trying to launder $3.6 billion worth of Bitcoin
The couple has been accused of allegedly trying to embezzle $3.6 billion worth of Bitcoin that had previously been stolen from the Bitfinex crypto exchange in 2016.
Metaverse
A quarter of people will spend at least an hour per day in the metaverse by 2026, research suggests
A new research conducted by technology and consulting firm Gartner predict that people will spend nearly an hour in the Metaverse for various recreational and educational purposes by 2026.
Regulation
Russian lawmaker proposes 15% tax on crypto miners
The head of the State Duma Industry Committee Vladimir Gutenev suggests a minimum of 15% tax should be levied on crypto miners.
CBDCs
Myanmar plans to introduce digital currency to boost its economy
Myanmar's military is reportedly exploring digital currency infrastructure to support domestic payments.
NFTs
Super Bowl jumps on the NFT bandwagon with 2022 tickets sold as NFTs
Fans who will be attending the game will receive their tickets as commemorative NFTs stating their section and seat.
Mining
Report: Bitcoin mining carbon emissions contribute nearly 0.08% globally
CoinShares report claims that the global carbon emissions contributed via Bitcoin mining are far less and are "inconsequential" compared to other industries.
Hacks
Beware! A new malware “Mars Stealer” can steal your crypto
A new malware, known as "Mars Stealer" is targeting crypto wallets that work as a browser extension to steal crypto stored by the users.
Adoption
Gigantic price rise is just a matter of time: Nayib Bukele on Bitcoin
The El Salvadoran president tweeted a bullish prediction on Bitcoin, stating that Bitcoin will eventually rise despite recent market fluctuations.
Regulation
Crypto exchange Binance hopes for regional expansion in Russia
Binance's Eastern European director Gleb Kostarev added that the exchange is hoping that Russia will take a progressive approach in regulating cryptocurrencies.
Metaverse
The Sandbox partners with Warner Music Group to create a musical-themed Metaverse
The following partnership will enable the Warner Music Group to conduct musical concerts within the Sandbox Metaverse
Mining
Why Putin says Russia has “competitive advantages” in crypto mining
The financial authorities in Russia want to ban crypto, but president Putin believes Bitcoin mining can be favorable for the nation
Regulation
Thailand all set to regulate cryptocurrency as means of payment
Thai authorities will be closely monitoring the usage of cryptocurrency as means of payment for goods and services, gauging its impact on the country's financial ecosystem.