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Hashkey CEO says Trump administration could influence China to accept Bitcoin

Hashkey CEO believes Trump's crypto-friendly policies could encourage China to open up to Bitcoin and other digital assets

Politics 1 week ago

Hashkey CEO says Trump administration could influence China to accept Bitcoin

Japan to ease crypto taxation under new stimulus package

New flat tax structure poised to harmonize Japan's crypto and traditional investment landscapes.

Macro 11 hours ago

Japan to ease crypto taxation under new stimulus package

South Korea bans ETFs tracking crypto-related companies

The prohibition follows a larger ban on crypto ETFs effective since 2017 due to the South Korean's Capital Markets Act.

ETF 10 hours ago

South Korea bans ETFs tracking crypto-related companies

Indian central bank in ‘no hurry’ to rollout CBDC nationwide

India's cautious CBDC strategy focuses on financial stability as Reserve Bank assesses long-term impacts of e-rupee.

CBDCs 9 hours ago

Indian central bank in ‘no hurry’ to rollout CBDC nationwide

CSAO region becomes global crypto hub with India, Singapore, and Indonesia leading the charge – Chainalysis

India, Singapore, and Indonesia are transforming the crypto landscape with strong adoption, innovative payment solutions, and explosive trading activity.

Adoption 2 months ago

CSAO region becomes global crypto hub with India, Singapore, and Indonesia leading the charge – Chainalysis

Kazakhstan bans Coinbase amid crackdown on unregulated crypto activity

Coinbase's website was blocked by the Kazakh government as the exchange does not have a license to operate in the country.

Regulation 1 year ago

Kazakhstan bans Coinbase amid crackdown on unregulated crypto activity

North Korea links suspected in $5 million breach of Tapioca DAO

Blockchain security firms have estimated that losses from the attack might be much more.

Hacks 1 month ago

North Korea links suspected in $5 million breach of Tapioca DAO

ADDX and ANZ pilot tokenized commercial papers with Chainlink’s private transaction tech

Cross-border transactions see enhanced privacy with tokenized commercial paper through ADDX, ANZ, and Chainlink partnership.

Technology 2 weeks ago

ADDX and ANZ pilot tokenized commercial papers with Chainlink’s private transaction tech

BIS cuts ties with controversial CBDC project mBridge, citing project maturity

The project, designed to simplify cross-border payments through CBDCs, has raised concerns over potential misuse to evade US sanctions.

CBDCs 3 weeks ago

BIS cuts ties with controversial CBDC project mBridge, citing project maturity

Africa

TRON Returns to Nigeria for TRON Connect Africa Community Event

Empowering Nigerian students through blockchain innovation and gaming leadership

Ad Events 3 weeks ago

TRON Returns to Nigeria for TRON Connect Africa Community Event

Europe

Brazil Fan Token drops 50% fall in hours after the Croatia World Cup loss

BFT was launched by Brazil's government and football federation on August 25, 2021, offering special privileged experiences to investors and sports fans.

Tokens 2 years ago

Brazil Fan Token drops 50% fall in hours after the Croatia World Cup loss

Estonia passes legislation to regulate crypto service providers

Estonia has passed new legislation which will impose new regulations on crypto companies and bring them under FSA supervision.

Adoption 8 months ago

Estonia passes legislation to regulate crypto service providers

Switzerland regulator warns of rising crypto money laundering risks

FINMA implements institution-specific measures to counter rising crypto-related money laundering activities within Switzerland.

Crime 15 hours ago

Switzerland regulator warns of rising crypto money laundering risks

France considering Polymarket ban after local trader makes $80 million on Trump win

National Gaming Authority may block Polymarket, citing gambling concerns despite platform's blockchain appeal.

Regulation 2 weeks ago

France considering Polymarket ban after local trader makes $80 million on Trump win

German tradFi giants confirm trial to mine Bitcoin with surplus energy to stabilize grid

Deutsche Telekom calls the process of using Bitcoin to save wasted energy 'digital monetary photosynthesis.'

Mining 2 weeks ago

German tradFi giants confirm trial to mine Bitcoin with surplus energy to stabilize grid

FTX creditors include Google, Meta, Circle, Genesis, govt. agencies

The impact of the FTX meltdown has outstripped the crypto ecosystem and leeched into the mainstream tech industry and beyond.

Bankruptcy 2 years ago

FTX creditors include Google, Meta, Circle, Genesis, govt. agencies

Bitfinex Securities to list tokenized bond denominated in USDT

The bond will primarily focus on debts and equities among micro-financing enterprises in emerging economies and Silk Road nations.

Investments 1 year ago

Bitfinex Securities to list tokenized bond denominated in USDT

OKX chooses Malta as MiCA hub to serve 450 million EU residents

OKX said it selected Malta to leverage the country's high regulatory standards.

Exchanges 4 months ago

OKX chooses Malta as MiCA hub to serve 450 million EU residents

Netherlands seeks public input on crypto tax regulations amid EU-wide crackdown

The Netherlands looks to boost crypto transparency with new tax regulations.

Regulation 4 weeks ago

Netherlands seeks public input on crypto tax regulations amid EU-wide crackdown

OP3N to trial first Twitch style Web3 creator house in Lisbon powered by Avalanche

OP3N will host top influencers with a combined following of over 580,000, aiming to elevate Web3 content creation standards.

Culture 6 months ago

OP3N to trial first Twitch style Web3 creator house in Lisbon powered by Avalanche

Spain extends Worldcoin ban until 2024-end

The Bavarian authority, where Worldcoin's main European office is located, is expected to conclude its investigation in the coming weeks.

Legal 6 months ago

Spain extends Worldcoin ban until 2024-end

Switzerland regulator warns of rising crypto money laundering risks

FINMA implements institution-specific measures to counter rising crypto-related money laundering activities within Switzerland.

Crime 15 hours ago

Russia approves 15% tax on crypto mining and transactions

Crypto tax bill equates digital currencies to property, imposing new financial obligations on miners and traders.

Mining 2 days ago

Russia approves 15% tax on crypto mining and transactions

Agant’s GBPA aims to transform UK’s digital finance landscape with regulatory-first approach

British stablecoin startup Agant aims to revolutionize UK's digital finance landscape with GBPA, with a view to offering a regulatory-compliant alternative to existing stablecoins while tackling remittance costs and cross-border transactions.

Stablecoins 10 mins ago

Agant’s GBPA aims to transform UK’s digital finance landscape with regulatory-first approach

Middle East

Iran

Polymarket trading volume, users surge amid US election anticipation, Middle East tensions

Polymarket's decentralized platform attracts record user engagement with over 89,000 new accounts in September.

Culture 2 months ago

Israel

Polymarket trading volume, users surge amid US election anticipation, Middle East tensions

Polymarket's decentralized platform attracts record user engagement with over 89,000 new accounts in September.

Culture 2 months ago

Turkey

Tether proposes boron-backed tokens to revolutionize Turkey’s commodity market

Tether's boron-backed token proposal could transform Turkey's commodity trading landscape, offering new economic opportunities.

RWA 4 weeks ago

Tether proposes boron-backed tokens to revolutionize Turkey’s commodity market

UAE

Russia proposes digital asset investment platform for developing markets

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed establishing a BRICS digital asset platform to boost investment opportunities in emerging economies.

Adoption 1 week ago

Russia proposes digital asset investment platform for developing markets

North America

US

SEC delays decision on Franklin Templeton’s crypto Index ETF to 2025

Franklin Templeton's crypto ETF decision pushed back as SEC exercises extended review period.

ETF 8 hours ago

SEC delays decision on Franklin Templeton’s crypto Index ETF to 2025

Canada

Gemini to exit Canadian market by end of 2024 amid regulatory shifts

Canada's securities regulator recently extended the compliance period for crypto platforms to the end of the year.

Exchanges 2 months ago

Gemini to exit Canadian market by end of 2024 amid regulatory shifts

Mexico

Circle integrates USDC in Brazil and Mexico via national payment systems

This movement will allow users to buy USDC directly using Brazilian Reais and Mexican Pesos, reducing conversion costs to U.S. dollars.

Stablecoins 2 months ago

Circle integrates USDC in Brazil and Mexico via national payment systems

Miami

Pro-Bitcoin U.S. presidential candidate Francis Suarez suspends campaign

The Miami mayor was one of the three Republican candidates known for his support of the emerging crypto industry.

Politics 1 year ago

Pro-Bitcoin U.S. presidential candidate Francis Suarez suspends campaign

New York

Dogecoin investors withdraw case against Elon Musk as $259B lawsuit falls flat

Investors dropped the $258 billion Dogecoin lawsuit against Elon Musk without appealing after court finds no evidence of fraud.

Legal 5 days ago

Dogecoin investors withdraw case against Elon Musk as $259B lawsuit falls flat

Puerto Rico

Binance launches new crypto on-ramp ‘Send Cash’ in Latin America amid crypto card service suspension

Binance takes on financial exclusion with 'Send Cash' in Latin America, sustaining innovation amid regulatory hurdles.

Exchanges 1 year ago

Binance launches new crypto on-ramp ‘Send Cash’ in Latin America amid crypto card service suspension

San Francisco

OpenAI unveils GPT-4 Turbo, custom GPTs, and more at OpenAI DevDay

The upgrades will bring GPT-4's knowledge base up to 2023, increase input capacity, and enable custom tools for users.

AI 1 year ago

OpenAI unveils GPT-4 Turbo, custom GPTs, and more at OpenAI DevDay

Seattle

US prosecutors ask judge to approve Binance plea deal

The prosecutors are justifying the historic $4.3 billion penalty saying Binance willfully violated the laws, led by senior executives.

Exchanges 9 months ago

US prosecutors ask judge to approve Binance plea deal

Wyoming

Court rules Custodia Bank not entitled to Federal Reserve master account

A summary judgment favored the Fed's Board of Governors and Kansas City bank.

Legal 8 months ago

Court rules Custodia Bank not entitled to Federal Reserve master account

Oceania

Australia

BIS partners with central banks to tackle cross-border compliance with Project Mandala

Project Mandala leverages decentralized systems to boost compliance and expedite cross-border payments in multiple jurisdictions.

Technology 3 weeks ago

BIS partners with central banks to tackle cross-border compliance with Project Mandala

South America

Brazil

Brazil advances CBDC technology with new cross-chain pilot using Chainlink’s CCIP

The CBDC pilot aims to automate cross-border commodity settlements through Chainlink's CCIP.

CBDCs 1 day ago

Brazil advances CBDC technology with new cross-chain pilot using Chainlink’s CCIP

El Salvador

El Salvador president Nayib Bukele donates 2 Bitcoin towards building 1,000 schools in Honduras

Bitcoin adoption in El Salvador remains low despite President Bukele's best efforts.

Crypto 4 weeks ago

El Salvador president Nayib Bukele donates 2 Bitcoin towards building 1,000 schools in Honduras

Venezuela

Venezuelans turn to VPNs as government restricts Binance access

Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro also imposed a 10-day ban on the social media platform X.

Exchanges 3 months ago

GMT DAO Launches Groundbreaking Burn Initiative with a Target of Up to 600 Million GMT

AIntivirus Announces Initiative Inspired by the Legacy of John McAfee

Memecoin revival drives Solana DEX Raydium past Tether in fees

Ethereum falls to 4-year low against Bitcoin as BTC breaks above $94k

Bitcoin ETFs record over $1 billion inflow in 2 days as new price peak boosts investments

Stablecoin market hits 2-year high of $183B amid Trump victory fueled optimism

Crypto liquidations become elevated hitting highest persistent level of 2024 amid Bitcoin rally

MicroStrategy eyes another raise, now $1.75 billion for potential 19,000 Bitcoin boost

OORT’s Max Li emphasizes blockchain’s role in AI trust and ethics revolution

Sunny Aggarwal’s vision for seamless cross-chain trading with Polaris

The rise of crypto neobanks: Nikolai Denisenko on Brighty’s mission

Revolutionizing Biotech: Paul Kohlhaas discusses decentralized science and open innovation

Sui aims to become the “Internet Coordination Layer,” says Mysten Labs Co-Founder

Liquidium CEO Robin Obermaier discusses Bitcoin DeFi and cross-chain lending

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