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Crypto Titan Digital Currency Group Opposes Genesis’ Restructuring Plan for Favoring Select Creditors
7.2.2024
In a legal document filed on Feb. 6, 2024, the crypto juggernaut, Digital Currency Group (DCG), voiced opposition to Genesis’ revised bankruptcy strategy for multiple concerns. DCG argues that the plan favors certain creditors over others unjustly, and the company’s legal team charges...
Belarus Sanctions ‘Antidote?’ Minsk Confirms ‘Blockchain-powered CBDC’ Launch
7.2.2024
Minsk is looking for ways to end Belarus’ sanctions woes, with its central bank confirming the planned launch of a blockchain-powered CBDC. Per Sputnik Belarus, the National Bank of Belarus (NBB) is keen to make use of smart contract technology. A spokesperson told reporters on February 3: “We plan...
Beijing Targets Cryptocurrency Mining Operations in New Energy Conservation Plan
7.2.2024
Beijing is prepared to apply a new policy to strengthen the actions to foster energy conservation in several aspects of the city’s operations, promoting carbon and pollution reduction. The plan proposes to increase the oversight level on Bitcoin mining activities, thwarting its remnants....
FTX-linked Farmington State Bank Cleared from Federal Reserve Enforcement Action
6.2.2024
The Federal Reserve terminated an enforcement action with Farmington State Bank on February 6, announcing that the FTX-affiliated bank had “completed its wind-down plan and no longer functions as a bank.” “The Board’s enforcement action, which has been in effect since July 2023, ensured the bank’s...
DCG Opposes Genesis Bankruptcy Plan, Cites Favoritism to Small Group of Creditors
6.2.2024
Digital Currency Group (DCG) has opposed the bankruptcy plans of its subsidiary Genesis, arguing that it goes against the law and favors a small group of creditors. In a Feb 5 court filing, the company asked the court not to approve the Revised Plan submitted by Genesis for multiple reasons...
Beijing Censors Crypto Mining Activities to Strengthen Energy Conservation
5.2.2024
Beijing, China has further doubled down on crypto mining activities as a part of its revamped energy conservation implementation plan. Per a recent government notice, the Beijing Municipal Development and Reform Commission along with 11 other departments have implemented revised plan to further...
Qtum Platform to Serve $1.7 Trillion Global Blockchain Development Market in 2024 Expansion Plan
3.2.2024
PRESS RELEASE. The new Qtum roadmap for 2024 will pioneer Qtum’s first USDC token swaps with a token bridge, support for Bitcoin Ordinals, and upstream support to Qtum Core. These new features are likely to open the DeFi floodgates, significantly increase chain volume, and attract developers....
Lawyer Says FTX Has Abandoned Revival Efforts, Judge Certifies Controversial Reimbursement Plan
2.2.2024
The collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX will not be proceeding with efforts to resume operations because none of the prospective suitors has pledged to invest the needed capital, the company’s attorney has said. A U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge has said FTX’s proposal to reimburse...
DipSway’s AI Spot Bot: A New Frontier in the Crypto Trading Bot Market
1.2.2024
  DipSway offers plans for all wallet sizes with some of the most competitive pricing in the trading bot market. Each plan includes a free 7-day trial to check if it suits your trading needs. DipSway is changing the landscape of cryptocurrency trading with its state-of-the-art AI spot bot....
Celsius Emerges from Bankruptcy and will Distribute $3B to Creditors
1.2.2024
Celsius Network has emerged from bankruptcy and is planning to pay over $3 billion of cryptocurrency and fiat to its creditors. Part of the bankruptcy plan will include the creation of a new Bitcoin mining company named “Ionic Digital” which will be fully owned by Celsius’ creditors. Hut 8 Corp....
Bitfinex Securities to Launch in El Salvador on Jan 31 as First Registered Service Provider
31.1.2024
Bitfinex is set to launch in El Salvador on January 31, becoming the first registered and licensed digital asset service provider in the country. Bitfinex Securities, a prominent digital asset exchange, disclosed its plan to establish operations in El Salvador in an email shared with...
Jack Dorsey's Block Inc. Begins Layoffs Under Previously Disclosed Plan to Cut Staff by 10%
30.1.2024
The company plans to drastically reduce its headcount throughout 2024 through a series of layoffs and reorganizing measures
Study: BTC Is the Most Popular Crypto Asset, Crypto Exchanges Among the Least Trusted Service Providers
29.1.2024
The data from the latest Coinover study suggests that 17% of the participants own cryptocurrency and 30% plan to do so in the coming year. About 50% of those interviewed said they were positive about their financial earnings, while 20% expressed dissatisfaction with the returns. More Than Half...
US Government to Sell $116 Million in Bitcoin Seized From Darknet Dealer ‘Xanaxman’
26.1.2024
The forfeiture division of the U.S. government has announced its plan to sell 2,933.64 bitcoin. These were confiscated from Ryan Farace, who faced charges in 2021 for laundering proceeds from drug trafficking. Farace, also known by his alias Xanaxman, disclosed in his plea agreement that...
Okx Exchange Announces Plans to Compensate Users After OKB Token Flash Crash
25.1.2024
Following a sudden plunge in the value of its native token OKB, which fell over 50% in a matter of minutes, Okx exchange has committed to developing a compensation plan for users caught in the resultant wave of automatic liquidations. Okx Exchange to Roll Out Compensation After Unexpected OKB Token...
Bitfarms Expands Mining Operations With New 100 MW Facility in Paraguay, Aiming for 21 EH/s Capacity by Year End
24.1.2024
On Wednesday, Bitfarms, a bitcoin mining enterprise listed on the U.S. stock market, revealed the successful acquisition of a new site in Yguazu, Paraguay, earmarked for a 100 megawatt (MW) mining facility. This development is part of Bitfarms’ ambitious plan to escalate its capacity to...
Avalanche Foundation Unveils Eligibility Criteria Framework for Acquisition of Meme Coins
23.1.2024
The Avalanche Foundation has unveiled an “eligibility framework” detailing guidelines for its plan to acquire meme coins. In an announcement published January 23rd, the foundation behind the Avalanche blockchain outlined the essential characteristics that a meme coin must possess to...
China Proposes Digital Yuan’s Accelerated Adoption in Beijing and Shanghai
23.1.2024
China authorities have proposed new policies to accelerate the adoption of digital yuan in designated districts in Beijing and Shanghai. According to Xinhua, China State Council’s General Office has announced a comprehensive reform initiative for Shanghai’s Pudong New Area, scheduled to...
Bitcoin Unphased by China's Stimulus Plan
23.1.2024
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index and the CSI 300 both responded to Beijing's plan to reboot China's domestic stock market, but bitcoin remains in the red
FTX Payment Plan Faces Backlash, Clients Slam 2022 Asset Valuation as ‘Theft,’ Urge Court for Fair Redress
22.1.2024
Following the submission of a proposal by FTX estate debtors to reimburse customer assets based on their value as of Nov. 11, 2022, numerous objections have been raised by customers. A notable objection comes from an FTX client in France, who criticizes the estate for “depleting creditor...