Will Telegram-linked Toncoin bounce back after Pavel Durov’s arrest?
25.8.2024
TON traders might view the recent dip as a chance to buy low if Durov’s arrest is an isolated incident
Thai authorities raid illegal Bitcoin mine behind local power outages
25.8.2024
Thai authorities will address the broader issue of illegal mining and its impact on the country’s energy infrastructure
Crypto Market Surges by $623B in 2024 as Bitcoin Climbs $20K Higher
25.8.2024
In just seven months—roughly 236 days—since the year began, the crypto economy has ballooned by a staggering $623 billion. The top crypto asset, bitcoin, has seen its market value soar by more than $20,000, while ethereum, the second-largest by market cap, has climbed over $470 during...
9 of the weirdest crypto projects, from Dentacoin to Cthulu
25.8.2024
Crypto is full of odd people who have put some of their eccentricity into the crypto projects they develop
Elon Musk Supports Efforts to Free Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
25.8.2024
Following Telegram founder Pavel Durov’s arrest, Tesla CEO Elon Musk posted the hashtag #FreePavel on his social media platform X. The hashtags #FreePavel and #FreeDurov emerged as supporters protested Durov’s arrest and called for his release. Durov is known for his strong stance...
Stakeholders urge Nigeria to adopt compliance-focused crypto regulation
25.8.2024
While the government’s concerns are valid, industry stakeholders agree that a more measured approach could yield better outcomes
Colombian Data Protection Authority Formulates Charges Against Worldcoin
25.8.2024
The Colombian Industry and Commerce Superintendence (SIC), the personal data protection authority of the country, has formulated charges against Worldcoin, the biometric digital ID project, for violations of the personal data regime. The institution stated that the accusation focuses on determining...
Zuckerberg, Spotify Founder Advocate for Open-Source AI in Europe
25.8.2024
Mark Zuckerberg and Daniel Ek advocate for open-source AI in Europe. The two tech leaders believe that open-source AI can drive innovation and give Europe a competitive edge. However, they warn that fragmented regulations and uneven enforcement are hindering progress. They urge Europe to streamline...
WazirX slams external forces for delaying restructuring efforts
25.8.2024
This restructuring plan is expected to provide greater clarity on the steps WazirX will take to stabilize its operations and protect its users’ interests
‘World’s Coolest Dictator’ Bukele Promotes El Salvador as Free Speech Haven
25.8.2024
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele highlighted his country’s commitment to free speech and safety in a recent social media post, indirectly referencing the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Bukele emphasized that El Salvador guarantees freedom from arrest, censorship, and asset seizure...
Telegram founder Pavel Durov arrest — What we know so far
25.8.2024
Telegram founder Pavel Durov was arrested in France on Aug. 24. Here’s what we know and how prominent figures are reacting
Vitalik Buterin Raises Concerns Over Telegram CEO’s Arrest and Its Implications for Tech Freedom
25.8.2024
Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has voiced his concerns following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France. Buterin criticized Telegram’s previous approach to encryption but expressed alarm over the arrest, suggesting it poses a threat to software and communication freedom in Europe....