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Coinbase is considering UAE for its international hub
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong praised United Arab Emirate's (UAE) progressive regulatory efforts in the crypto space.
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Israel seized nearly 200 Binance accounts over terrorism links over two years
The seized accounts reportedly are tied to Hamas and Islamic State (ISIS).
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Dubai authorities sent written reprimand to OPNX Exchange founders
The reprimand was sent to five people, including founders of defunct hedge fund Three Arrows Capital and OPNX, Kyle Davies and Su Zhu.
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Israel reveals potential scenarios that could lead to CBDC issuance
The Bank of Israel said it could issue a CBDC if developed countries like the United States were to issue their own digital currency
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Crime
Israeli duo found guilty of large NFT tax evasion scheme worth $2.2M
The two were said to have made money from a sale of an NFT based on a 3D scan of the Western Wall, on of Jerusalem's holiest sites.
Regulation
UAE to create exclusive free zone for digital, virtual asset companies
The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah will establish a specialized economic 'free zone' for companies dealing with digital and virtual assets.
Adoption
Former Binance executive aims to raise $100M to start crypto adoption focused VC
Bill Qian told Bloomberg he hopes Cypher Capital will focus on nurturing crypto startups across web3 and internet of things.
Adoption
Crypto aid for Turkey exceeds $4.5M in one week
Turkish financial watchdog stretched rules to allow crypto donations to help with disaster relief on Feb. 7.
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