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Global Surge in CBDC Development: 134 Countries Now Exploring Digital Currencies
19.9.2024
New data shows that 134 countries, representing 98% of global GDP, are now exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), with 66 nations advancing to pilot or development stages. Every G20 nation is engaged in CBDC efforts, with notable leaders such as China and the European nations pushing...
US Lawmakers Call for Clear SEC Rules on Digital Asset Airdrops
19.9.2024
Congressman Tom Emmer is pushing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide clear rules on digital asset airdrops, arguing that current regulatory uncertainty is stifling innovation and blocking American participation in blockchain projects. He emphasized the importance...
Louisiana takes first crypto payment over Bitcoin Lightning
19.9.2024
Louisiana is now taking crypto payments for state services, and its Wildlife and Fisheries Department has just taken the government’s first crypto payment
The Role of Governance Tokens in Decentralized Organizations
19.9.2024
Introduction to Governance Tokens As blockchain technology continues to evolve, the concept of decentralized organizations has gained widespread attention. Decentralized […]
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Lawmaker Flags Concerns Over SEC’s Crypto Approach
19.9.2024
Congressman French Hill has raised concerns over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s handling of digital asset regulations, criticizing Chairman Gary Gensler’s leadership for creating legal uncertainty and a politicized approach. The lawmaker highlighted...
Real-world asset tokenization is the crypto killer app — Polygon exec
18.9.2024
According to Colin Butler, financial institutions that don't embrace blockchain technology will lose their relevancy and competitive edge.
Trump Buys Burgers With Bitcoin at NYC Crypto Hangout PubKey
18.9.2024
Former president reportedly bought burgers using bitcoin at the crypto-themed bar
It's time to update the SEC's disclosure process for crypto
18.9.2024
SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda wants to update the agency's S-1 disclosure for cryptocurrency firms. His stance is a positive step toward progress
SEC Charges Defi Platform Rari Capital and Founders
18.9.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced charges against decentralized finance (defi) platform Rari Capital and its co-founders for misleading investors and operating as unregistered brokers. The settlement involves penalties, injunctions, and bars against the individuals...
World Banking Giants Join Project Agora to Reengineer Cross Border Payments
18.9.2024
Over 40 leading private banking institutions have joined Project Agora, a Bank for International Settlements (BIS) initiative to integrate smart contracts to change the current payment flow standard. The objective is to design a system combining public and private money to enhance cross-border...
Longevity expert draws link between Bitcoin and anti-aging communities
18.9.2024
According to The Longevity Foundation, nascent technologies such as artificial intelligence can also help solve the aging problem
DBS Bank to Launch OTC Crypto Options Trading for Institutional Clients in Q4 2024
18.9.2024
DBS Bank, Singapore’s largest bank, has announced plans to launch over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options trading and structured notes for institutional clients in Q4 2024. This new offering will allow institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin and ethereum, the two largest cryptocurrencies...
US lawmaker accuses SEC of ‘enforcement abuse’ against crypto firms
18.9.2024
House of Representatives members brought up FTX, Donald Trump’s token launch, and SEC Chair Gary Gensler at the “Dazed and Confused” digital assets hearing
$1.5M CryptoPunk bought for $23K, Coinbase’s NFT legal defense fund: Nifty Newsletter
18.9.2024
Pudgy Penguins CEO Luca Schnetzler believes the SEC’s actions against NFTs are nonsense, describing them as a “nothing burger.”
SEC’s Crypto Record Rebuked by Ex-Commissioner, GOP Lawmakers in Hearing
18.9.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission was hammered for two hours in a congressional hearing on Wednesday in which the witness list predominantly included agency critics, including former Commissioner Daniel Gallagher, who is now at Robinhood
ZachXBT Unearths $75M Bitcoin Theft from Cencora in Major Scam
18.9.2024
Renowned crypto investigator ZachXBT has exposed a $75 million Bitcoin (BTC) ransom payment made by Cencora Inc., a…
Analyst: Democrat Memo Reveals Anti-Crypto Stance for Hearing
18.9.2024
As the U.S. struggles to regulate the rapidly growing cryptocurrency sector, the divide between the Democrats and Republicans…
Binance’s Yi He Provides Clarity Amid Regulatory Confusion
18.9.2024
Yi He, co-founder of Binance, has addressed concerns about the future of the crypto industry and Binance’s role…
Bridging the Skills Gap: Preparing the Workforce for a Web3 Future
18.9.2024
Companies have invested so much on education with a focus on trading, but have not turned their attention to the portion of the workforce that remains unfamiliar with the technology that will be responsible for creating, facilitating, communicating and operating Web3 products and services, says...
Three Ways DeFi Will Revolutionize Financial Services
18.9.2024
DeFi is poised to create a future where financial services are digital, open, always-on, and borderless, says Bill Barhydt, ceo, Abra