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South Korea strengthens crypto regulation with LEI adoption and crime unit
26.7.2023
The decision was driven by the country's concern over illicit activities in the crypto market and the desire to safeguard investors
Ducati to release its free digital collectible program today
26.7.2023
Ducati is set to launch its first-ever digital collectible program on 26 July. The moto giant has entered a partnership with XRP Ledger and Web3Pro for the program. The latest post by Ducati explained the program is helping the Bologna-based manufacturer enter Web3. The new initiative will leverage...
Putin legalizes digital rubles and bans digital assets!
26.7.2023
In a groundbreaking development, President Vladimir Putin of Russia signed a law bill completely banning the utilization of digital financial assets, such as cryptocurrencies, for conducting transactions related to goods and services. This decisive bill, introduced in June and swiftly approved...
Nigeria Is Altering eNaira Model to Promote Use of the Digital Currency: Central Bank
26.7.2023
For many citizens, the central bank digital currency isn't easy to use
Shaoxing, China, Launches Asian Games-themed Digital Yuan Giveaway – CBDC Showcase Planned
26.7.2023
The Chinese city of Shaoxing is planning an Asian Games-themed digital yuan giveaway, as the nation prepares for a major central bank digital currency (CBDC) showcase.
China News Network (via East Money) reported that Shaoxing will issue residents with around $5.6 million worth of digital yuan...
Chinese Bank Launches CBDC Bulk Commodity Clearing Service – Digital Yuan Adoption Accelerates?
26.7.2023
Banks in China are looking to adopt the digital yuan in more of their operations, and have launched the nation’s first central bank digital currency (CBDC)-powered settlement service for bulk commodity spot clearing.
Per JRJ, Industrial Bank, a Fuzhou-based joint-stock commercial bank,...
Putin Signs Digital Ruble Law Allowing CBDC Payments in Russia
26.7.2023
President Vladimir Putin has signed into law a bill on the introduction of the digital ruble in the Russian Federation. The new legislation, which legalizes and regulates the use of Bank of Russia’s digital currency for payments and other transactions, will enter into force on Aug. 1. President...
Ripple vs. SEC — Respite for a Beleaguered Industry
25.7.2023
On July 13, 2023, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) finally issued an order in the infamous case brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against the payment settlement system and currency exchange, Ripple Labs, Inc. (Ripple). District Judge Analisa...
From Vintage to MNTGE: Digital Fashion Brand to Release NFT Patches Linked to IRL Rewards
25.7.2023
The patches were designed by 11 artists, including Jen Stark, Nyan Cat creator Christopher Torres and Bored Ape Yacht Club artist Seneca, and are embedded with NFC chips
Examining Worldcoin’s Concentrated Supply at Token Launch
25.7.2023
Following the Monday, July 24, launch of the worldcoin (WLD) token, the cryptocurrency quickly peaked at $3.30 per coin but has since depreciated by over 35%. Despite 18 months of beta testing and claims of more than 2 million sign-ups, the token has a scant 164,195 holders with its circulating...
Solana-Based NFT Marketplace Exchange.art to Expand into Ethereum
25.7.2023
Larisa Barbu, COO of Exchange.art, told CoinDesk that the marketplace had planned to expand beyond the Solana ecosystem since its launch in 2021
Stan Lee Digital Collectibles Fly Off the Shelves, Gain 240%-5,000% in Value
25.7.2023
Media company Kartoon Studios (formerly, Genius Brands) announced a "complete and near-instantaneous" sale of over 8,000 Stan Lee digital collectibles for $120,000 in revenue.
On July 24, the company said that it, through its partnership with the VeVe marketplace, saw these collectibles flying...
Putin Signs Digital Ruble Law, Greenlighting Russia's Central Bank Digital Currency
25.7.2023
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially signed a bill that will introduce a digital version of the country's national currency.
The move gives legal authority to the Bank of Russia, the country's central bank, to act as the platform operator for the digital ruble, according to an official...
US crypto's future could fall on these 4 digital asset bills
25.7.2023
The crypto bills could hand power to the purportedly more crypto-friendly CFTC and better define the SEC’s jurisdiction
Crypto investors cool on Bitcoin funds, turning to Ether and XRP
25.7.2023
Bitcoin-related funds saw outflows of $13 million over the past week, reversing five weeks of bullish inflows, according to Coinshares analyst James Butterfill
Crypto’s Newest Sector: Telegram Bot Coin Economy Swells to $138 Million
25.7.2023
A new player has emerged in the constantly evolving cryptocurrency market: Telegram bot coins. These crypto assets, used within Telegram’s ecosystem, are leveraged to facilitate automated trades for users on decentralized exchange (dex) platforms. These distinctive crypto assets have turned...
AI Crypto Economy Suffers $1.42B Loss Since February Peak; Top Tokens Record Weekly Declines
24.7.2023
In February 2023, the AI-driven cryptocurrency sector reached a staggering $4 billion in value. Yet, it has since experienced a downturn of $1.42 billion. Over the last week, eight of the top 10 AI-based crypto tokens saw declines against the U.S. dollar. Downturn Hits AI Crypto Market Once...
Sam Altman's Eyeball-Scanning Crypto Project Worldcoin Launches Global Digital Identity Platform
24.7.2023
On Monday, June 24, Worldcoin, a cryptocurrency and digital ID project led by OpenAI chief Sam Altman, launched to create a "privacy-preserving" global identity system after years of development.
The goal is to build a reliable solution for distinguishing humans from AI online, facilitating...
Putin Signs Digital Ruble Law Making a CBDC Possible in Russia
24.7.2023
The new law describes a legal framework for a central bank digital token
Putin signs law on introduction of digital ruble in Russia
24.7.2023
Russian citizens will not be forced to use the digital ruble, and use of the CBDC will be a voluntary choice for people to make, Bank of Russia governor said last week