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One week later: X’s future in Brazil on the line as Supreme Court reviews ban
6.9.2024
With Lula supporting Moraes and the Bar Association challenging the decision, Brazil’s Supreme Court must decide X’s fate amid free speech concerns
Robinhood's Former Ban on Crypto Withdrawals Draws $3.9M Settlement in California
5.9.2024
Robinhood's crypto-trading subsidiary used to prevent customers from withdrawing the tokens they bought. Though Robinhood Crypto LLC abandoned that policy in 2022, on Wednesday its past practices earned a $3.9 million slap on the wrist from the state of California
Brazil’s X ban: Are VPN users at risk for accessing the platform?
4.9.2024
VPN providers agree that tracking individuals accessing X via VPNs in Brazil would be challenging but not impossible
Brazil’s X ban: Are VPN users at risk for accessing the platform?
4.9.2024
VPN providers agree that tracking individuals accessing X via VPNs in Brazil would be challenging but not impossible
Bluesky adds 1 million new users in 3 days amid X ban in Brazil
3.9.2024
The decentralized microblogging platform has seen traffic and user numbers surge following the X expulsion from Brazil.
Brazilian Supreme Court Bans X, Imposes Fines for VPN Circumvention
1.9.2024
The Brazilian Supreme Court ordered a nationwide ban on X after a prior order mandating the social platform to assign a local representative was ignored. Brazilians began to lose access to the site on Saturday, as the Supreme Court prohibited citizens from using virtual private network (VPN)...
Chinese ‘CoinGecko’ investigated by local police — Report
30.8.2024
Launched in 2017, Feixiaohao is one of the many Chinese websites that remained operational even after the major cryptocurrency ban was enforced in China in 2021
Indonesia considering Telegram ban over lack of moderation
29.8.2024
Telegram has reportedly failed to improve moderation and issue a resolution over illicit content distribution after several requests from Indonesia
Telegram Under Scrutiny in India, But Ban not Imminent: Reports
27.8.2024
Telegram, perhaps the most prominent messaging service used by the cryptocurrency ecosystem, is under scrutiny in India but not in immediate danger of a ban, multiple reports have indicated. Indian authorities have asked the investigators for an update on the investigation after Telegram CEO Pavel...
China accessing high-level AI chips banned by the US: Report
23.8.2024
Documents have surfaced revealing state-linked Chinese entities using Amazon cloud services or similar services to access advanced AI chips and capabilities banned by the US.
India’s crypto future hinges on DEA’s September consultation paper
22.8.2024
The DEA’s paper is expected to be a watershed moment for India’s crypto regulation, potentially setting the stage for comprehensive legislation
Crypto Airdrops Ban U.S. Users, but Americans Are Claiming Tokens Anyway
21.8.2024
Airdrop geoblocks help projects avoid tangling with U.S. laws. But the safeguards aren't very effective. America's crypto scene doesn't respect the rules they help write
China Supreme Court revises Anti-Money Laundering law to include ‘virtual assets’
20.8.2024
Supreme People’s Procuratorate said there has been a 20-fold increase in people prosecuted for money laundering since 2019.
Pierre Poilievre Backs Bill to Ban Central Bank Digital Currency in Canada
16.8.2024
Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party, backs a bill that seeks to ban central bank digital currency (CBDC) in Canada. He argues that a CBDC would give the government excessive control over finances, threatening privacy and economic freedom. “It’s time to put...
Tajnou hru hraji desítky tisíc lidí, za texty v médiích dávají autoři ban
16.8.2024
Herní firma Valve už nějakou dobu chystá novou multiplayerovou hru s názvem Deadlock. Ačkoliv ji ještě ani oficiálně nepředstavila, testovací verzi již hrají tisíce lidí. Ovšem běda, když se někdo pokusí o hře napsat vlastní dojmy z hraní, to hned padají bany
Food Price Controls in America? Kamala Harris’s Controversial 2024 Strategy Unveiled
15.8.2024
Vice President Kamala Harris, according to several reports, has outlined one of her key economic strategies if she wins the presidency in 2024—price controls. Her campaign is advocating for what they describe as the “first-ever federal ban” on food price increases. Despite the price...
Binance returns India as registered crypto exchange following 7-month ban
15.8.2024
Binance returns to India after registering with the FIU-IND, marking its 19th global regulatory milestone
Iran is giving $24 to anyone who dobs in illegal crypto miners
15.8.2024
The boss of Iran’s state-run electricity company said some had exploited subsidized electricity to run crypto mining operations, straining the power grid
Dr Disrespect Deletes Statement Admitting To 'Inappropriate' Behavior With A Minor
14.8.2024
Guy “Dr Disrespect” Beahm recently returned to social media with a cryptic chessboard post weeks after allegations surfaced accusing him of being banned from Twitch in 2020 for ‘sexting’ a minor. Now the controversial YouTuber has deleted his previous statement admitting to “inappropriate” contact...
$2.3 Billion in Dollar, Euro Bills Shipped to Russia Despite Ban
14.8.2024
Despite Western restrictions imposed after Russia invaded Ukraine, billions of dollars and euros in banknotes have flowed into the country. This suggests that Russia has found ways to circumvent these restrictions. Despite official efforts to reduce reliance on foreign currency, Russian citizens...