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Crypto Exchange Gate.io Secures Sponsorship Deal With Italian Soccer Giant Inter Milan
24.8.2024
Crypto exchange Gate.io has secured a sleeve sponsorship deal with Inter Milan, the reigning Italian champions. Gate.io’s logo will be displayed on both men’s and women’s team jerseys. Both parties see this collaboration as a chance to connect with their respective communities...
India Expected to Release Consultation Paper on Cryptocurrency Regulations in Coming Months, Report
24.8.2024
The Indian government, through a panel headed by the Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), is expected to release a consultation paper on cryptocurrency regulations. The paper, scheduled for release between September and October 2024, will seek input from stakeholders to gather...
99 Arrested in Philippine Crypto Scam Hub Raid
23.8.2024
Philippine police have arrested 99 individuals during a raid on a suspected scam hub in Parañaque City, uncovering a fraudulent cryptocurrency and romance scheme involving foreign and local workers. The company was unregistered and forced employees into compromising roles. Philippine Police Bust...
FBI Recovers $5 Million From Pig Butchering Crypto Scam
23.8.2024
Authorities in North Carolina have seized nearly $5 million in cryptocurrency linked to an investment fraud scheme. The scheme, known as “pig butchering,” involved criminals creating fake romantic relationships to deceive victims into investing in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms....
Tim Draper Leads $2.5 Million Funding Round for Ark Labs to Advance Bitcoin Payment Solutions
23.8.2024
Ark Labs has secured $2.5 million in pre-seed funding led by Tim Draper, aimed at advancing the Ark protocol for simplifying bitcoin payments. This funding will help Ark Labs enhance their user-friendly, non-custodial payment system, making bitcoin more accessible for global commerce. Ark Labs...
Paypal Launches PYUSD Rewards Program With Anchorage Digital
23.8.2024
Anchorage Digital has launched its first stablecoin rewards program for Paypal USD (PYUSD) holders, offering institutions a secure way to earn rewards. Available through Anchorage Digital’s platform and the Porto self-custody wallet, the program emphasizes security by avoiding...
Donald Trump Pushes New Crypto Platform to Challenge Big Banks and Financial Elites
23.8.2024
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has promoted his family’s new cryptocurrency platform, “The Defiant Ones,” to his 7.5 million followers on Truth Social, framing it as a response to financial inequality. The Trump Organization’s crypto initiative, which has garnered...
Arizona AG Warns Scammers Always Find New Ways to Steal Your Money With Crypto
22.8.2024
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has issued a warning about the rising threat of cryptocurrency scams targeting vulnerable individuals, especially seniors. These scams include fraudulent investment schemes, impersonation of businesses or government entities, and blackmail, exploiting...
QR Code Scams: TN Attorney General Issues Warning
22.8.2024
The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office has issued a QR code scam alert, warning consumers about fraudulent QR codes used in various scams, including fake cryptocurrency investments. Consumers are urged to verify sources, check codes for tampering, and use secure scanner apps. Tennessee...
All 15 Games Featured In Secret Level
21.8.2024
Even after reports of the animated series surfaced last week, one of the most surprising announcements at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live was Secret Level. This 15-episode anthological animated series focuses on different video game properties, and is coming to Amazon on December 10. Deadpool...
5 Million US Crypto Owners Urged to Push Kamala Harris to Fire SEC Chair Before Election
19.8.2024
Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of crypto exchange Gemini, has called on the 50 million American cryptocurrency owners to unite and press Vice President Kamala Harris to fire U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler before the upcoming presidential election in November....
Eric Trump Interview Teases ‘Digital Real Estate’ Crypto Venture
17.8.2024
Eric Trump, son of former President Donald Trump, recently shed some light on the mysterious crypto project that he and his brother, Donald Trump Jr., have been hinting at. In an exclusive interview with the New York Post, Trump revealed that the project revolves around “digital real...
Gold’s Bull Run Inspires Bitcoin Forecasts: Insights From Fred Krueger and Jack Mallers
17.8.2024
Gold has been on an impressive streak in recent times, hinting at underlying economic worries, according to bitcoin proponent Fred Krueger’s latest analysis. He speculates that bitcoin might soon follow a similar trajectory, fueled by broader financial factors. Jack Mallers, the founder...
Microstrategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Catch Up to Theoretical Ether Profits Without Staking
17.8.2024
After Michael Saylor, Microstrategy’s executive chairman, disclosed that the company now holds 226,500 BTC valued at $13.4 billion, it turns out the firm’s bitcoin (BTC) holdings have gained 61% profit. Interestingly, while blockchaincenter.net’s ‘There Is No Second...
IMF Economists Suggest Electricity Tax to Lower Crypto and AI Environmental Impact
17.8.2024
International Monetary Fund (IMF) economists have warned of the environmental impact of crypto mining and AI data centers, which are projected to increase global electricity consumption to 3.5% by 2027, leading to higher carbon emissions. Proposing a targeted electricity tax, the authors estimate...
Ripple and SBI Digital Community Partner to Advance Web3 With XRP Ledger
14.8.2024
SBI Digital Community Co. Ltd. has partnered with Ripple Labs Inc. to promote the use of the XRP Ledger in the Web3 space. The partnership will also involve issuing non-fungible tokens (NFTs) on the XRP Ledger and rewarding creators in XRP, aiming to enhance consumer experiences and make Web3...
Veteran Trader Peter Brandt Says Gold Is Poised for Massive Chart Breakout
14.8.2024
Peter Brandt, a veteran trader and respected chartist, says gold is poised for a massive chart breakout with targets of $2,800 and then $3,200, based on an inverse head and shoulders pattern indicating a bullish trend. This outlook aligns with recent bullish forecasts from various analysts...
UAE and UK Accounting Bodies Partner to Shape Digital Finance Future
13.8.2024
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has partnered with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Banks Federation to help businesses understand and adapt to the digital asset landscape. The partnership aims to support the UAE’s position as a global leader in digital...
Ripple Legal Chief Discusses Potential SEC Appeal After Final Ruling in XRP Case
12.8.2024
Ripple’s chief legal officer has addressed the possibility of an appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) following the $125 million final judgment in the XRP case. He suggested that if the Biden-Harris administration is committed to resetting its stance on crypto,...
Cornell Professor Warns of Growing Crypto Risks Amid Misleading Promises and Hype
11.8.2024
A professor at Cornell University’s Dyson School, Eswar Prasad, has raised concerns about the increasing risks in the cryptocurrency market, pointing to regulatory gaps and centralization as key issues. “If anything, crypto today presents even greater risks to its investors and to...