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Opinion: GOP crypto maxis almost as bad as Dems’ ‘anti-crypto army’
15.6.2023
Fighting between GOP crypto maxis and anti-crypto Dems fails to appreciate blockchain’s importance to the U.S.’ long-term economic interests
Security Agency Detains Nigeria’s Suspended Anti-Bitcoin Central Bank Governor
12.6.2023
The Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, was suspended by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on June 9 and was subsequently arrested by a domestic security agency. Several reports have linked Emefiele’s suspension to the central bank’s controversial naira demonetization...
Another Call Of Duty Streamer's Skin Getting Removed Over Anti-LGBTQ Controversy
12.6.2023
Timothy “TimTheTatman” Betar is getting his wish. Activision will remove the streamer’s cosmetic bundle from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Warzone, a spokesperson for the publisher confirmed. Betar said he didn’t want the bundle to remain after friend and fellow streamer, Nicholas “Nickmercs”...
Call Of Duty Pulls Faze Member's Skin Over 'Anti-LGBTQ Dog Whistle'
9.6.2023
Activision has pulled a Call of Duty skin based on Faze clan member Nickmercs after he made what has been most accurately described as a “thinly-veiled anti-LGBTQ dog whistle during Pride Month”.Read more
Warren’s alleged work with short-seller shows anti-crypto army heating up
3.6.2023
Elizabeth Warren reportedly took advice from Wall Street short-seller Marc Cohodes, who cashed in on the collapse of Silvergate and Signature banks
Apple and Goldman Sachs Don’t Trust Their New Banking Customers
2.6.2023
“Security Reviews” are locking up Apple Savings accounts for weeks on end, as a blunt-force anti-money laundering system turns customers into suspects
UAE's Central Bank Introduces New Anti-Money Laundering Guidance for Crypto Businesses – Here's the Latest
1.6.2023
The UAE’s Central Bank just introduced new anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing guidelines for crypto businesses and financial institutions handling digital assets, according to an announcement on Wednesday.
The new guidance applies to all licensed financial institutions...
New Nigerian President Slates Central Bank’s Interest Rate and Currency Demonetization Policy
31.5.2023
The new Nigerian president Bola Ahmed Tinubu has deplored the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)’s aggressive interest policy which he has reportedly labeled “anti-people” and “anti-business.” Tinubu also announced the scrapping of a fuel subsidy which has been in existence...
What the ‘anti-mining bill’ means for the crypto industry in Texas
30.5.2023
The Lone Star State has become one of the hottest points on the U.S. map in terms of crypto regulation
Robert Kennedy Jr Slams SEC for Protecting Banks Instead of American People — Calls for Crypto-Friendly Commissioners
30.5.2023
U.S. presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he does not want anti-crypto people on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). He also slammed the securities regulator for protecting banks rather than the American people. “What they’re doing is obscure, it’s...
Zondacrypto CEO: MiCA Regulations Will Stop ‘Rogue Exchanges’ From Profiting From Criminal Activity
26.5.2023
Although the implementation of the recently approved Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations is likely to be difficult, their coming into force is going to have a positive outcome for everyone in the industry, Przemyslaw Kral, the CEO of the crypto exchange Zondacrypto, has said. Kral also...
Japan to Apply Tougher Crypto AML Regulations, ‘Travel Rule’ in June
25.5.2023
Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) measures for the crypto sector in Japan will enter into force next month, local media reported. The new rules were adopted to align the country’s legal framework for cryptocurrencies with global standards in the field. Japan to Enforce Legislation Allowing...
Japan to Enforce Tougher Crypto Anti-Money Laundering Laws Next Month: Report
24.5.2023
Earlier this month, global financial crimes watchdog FATF urged G-7 economies like Japan to lead by example to implement its controversial "travel rule" for crypto transfers
Japan’s crypto anti-money laundering measures to start in June: Report
24.5.2023
The Japanese parliament has decided to roll out tougher AML procedures in line with the “travel rule.”
Ukraine’s Anti-corruption Bureau Unveils Plan to Fight ‘Crypto Corruption’
23.5.2023
Ukraine’s anti-corruption bureau has stated that it is probing the crypto sector to unmask money launderers.
In an official National Anti-corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) release, the regulator said that it was teaming up with the United States Embassy for the drive.
The NABU said that...
Sen. Warren’s Bill Signals Crypto Is Headed for a Clash With National Security Interests
22.5.2023
The misguided Digital Asset Money Laundering Act sponsored by Senators Elizabeth Warren and Roger Marshall may be dead on arrival, but the crypto community should not ignore the conflict it represents between crypto and law enforcement, writes Chris Grieco
Autor kultovního Dooma rozdělil fanoušky, vystoupí na „anti-woke“ festivalu
20.5.2023
Legendární herní vývojář John Carmack oznámil na svém soukromém twitterovém profilu, že se chystá vystoupit na festivalu pro příznivce sci-fi literatury BasedCon. Spousta jeho fanoušků ho za to kritizuje, nelíbí se jim totiž otevřeně demonstrované politické názory jeho pořadatelů
Kaspersky Uncovers Counterfeit Trezor Wallets That Jeopardize Crypto Assets With Pre-Knowledge of Private Key
17.5.2023
Kaspersky, the multinational cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, made a startling revelation on May 10th. According to their report, a victim of a crypto hack had unwittingly purchased a counterfeit Trezor Model T from a “trusted seller through a popular classifieds website.”...
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Bill Prohibiting Use of Central Bank Digital Currencies in Florida
13.5.2023
On Friday Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation that bans the use of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the state. Following the bill SB 7054 being signed into law, Florida’s Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) now explicitly forbids the use of a federally adopted CBDC as money....
Russell Crowe Movie Mistakes Dragon Age Icon For Spanish Inquisition Symbol
13.5.2023
I haven’t seen The Pope’s Exorcist, the horror movie starring Gladiator and Beautiful Mind actor Russell Crowe out in theaters right now, but it sounds like the film is pretty middling, and that Crowe can’t elevate the poor take on supernatural demons in the Catholic church. Frankly, I hadn’t heard...