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Bitcoin Is Digital Oil Well Fueling Rural Texas Economic Revival, Mayor Says
8.10.2024
Mayor Ward Roddam of Rockdale, Texas, sees bitcoin mining as the key to his town’s resurgence after the devastating closure of its largest employer, Alcoa. Comparing it to Texas’ oil boom, Roddam highlights how this modern technology is creating jobs, boosting revenue, and funding...
Hong Kong’s Crypto Framework Near Completion — 11 Platforms Awaiting Approval
8.10.2024
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has confirmed that the full regulatory framework for digital assets is set to be completed by next year, according to CEO Liang Fengyi. She also noted that 11 more crypto platforms are in the process of applying for licenses, with the first...
SEC Flags Risks in Crypto and Emerging Tech Investment Scams
8.10.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is raising alarms about the growing risks of cryptocurrency scams and other investment fraud during World Investor Week 2024. Amid the rising influence of AI, social media, and aggressive financial marketing, investors are struggling to find...
ECB official proposes unified European ledger for digital assets
7.10.2024
European Central Bank executive board member Piero Cipollone would like to see a sort of European union for digital assets
AI Cryptos Spike as Broader Market Stays Flat, Sector Nears $30B Milestone
7.10.2024
While the crypto market’s overall capitalization has only ticked up by 0.28% over the past day, reaching $2.19 trillion, the artificial intelligence (AI) crypto economy has made more noticeable gains, climbing 5.4% to hover above the $29 billion mark. AI Crypto Sector Jumps 5.4% to $29B...
WEF recommends ‘Sandbox-first approach’ for DeFi adoption
7.10.2024
The World Economic Forum has recommended using regulatory sandboxes to foster decentralized finance innovation while mitigating risks
IMF Urges El Salvador to Tighten Bitcoin Law and Strengthen Oversight
7.10.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised El Salvador to narrow the scope of its bitcoin law, strengthen regulation and oversight of the cryptocurrency, and limit public sector exposure. The IMF remains engaged with the country to support reforms and ensure bitcoin adoption does...
UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions
7.10.2024
The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies and other digital assets must carefully evaluate their tax positions, especially...
Swift to Pilot Digital Asset and Currency Transactions in 2025
7.10.2024
Swift will begin live trials for digital asset and currency transactions in 2025, engaging banks across North America, Europe, and Asia in a major step toward real-world applications. By leveraging its existing network, Swift aims to merge digital and traditional assets, addressing the challenges...
UAE exempts crypto transfers, conversion from value-added tax
6.10.2024
The UAE has exempted cryptocurrency transfers and conversions from value-added tax, positioning itself as a more crypto-friendly jurisdiction for digital asset transactions
Bitwise Plans ETF Merger, Aims to Launch Momentum-Based Bitcoin and Ether Fund
5.10.2024
Asset manager Bitwise has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to merge three bitcoin and ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into a single fund. This new fund will utilize a momentum-based strategy, targeting both bitcoin and ether futures. Bitwise...
Standard Chartered Sees Buying Opportunity as Bitcoin Nears $60K Dip
5.10.2024
Standard Chartered has cautioned that bitcoin could drop below $60,000 due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While the bank sees this as a buying opportunity, it also highlights the unique relationship between BTC’s price and the U.S. presidential race. Former President...
From $37B to $24.5B: DAO Treasuries Experience Significant Downturn
4.10.2024
In October 2024, the latest data shows that decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) hold $24.5 billion in treasuries, down by $12.6 billion since the end of March. Optimism’s DAO, which boasted $8.3 billion on Mar. 24, has seen its treasury shrink to $3.8 billion, making it the largest...
Certik: Malicious Actors Stole $753 Million in Q3, Phishing Top Attack Vector
4.10.2024
Malicious actors stole $753 million in the third quarter, with phishing being the most costly attack vector. The report emphasizes the need for stronger security measures and warns users to be cautious of phishing scams. Ethereum and Bitcoin networks were the hardest hit chains, with combined...
CFTC reportedly mulling accepting digital assets as trading collateral
3.10.2024
The proposal faces multiple steps before approval, but its passage could ultimately be a boon for the digital assets market
Kraken launches derivatives trading in Bermuda with BMA license
3.10.2024
The crypto exchange is expanding its offerings in Bermuda as the US SEC goes after it on its home turf
MARA Purchases Bitcoin in September, Expands Hashrate, and Holds Mined BTC
3.10.2024
MARA, one of the largest bitcoin miners traded on the public market, acquired 192 BTC in September, while also holding onto all the bitcoin it mined during the month. MARA Strengthens Mining Operations, Grows Bitcoin Reserves to 26,842 This week, the publicly listed bitcoin (BTC) mining company...
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Suffer $91.76M Loss as Ethereum ETFs Rebound
3.10.2024
U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced another day in the red, with $91.76 million flowing out of the funds. However, spot ethereum ETFs showed some resilience, pulling in $14.45 million in fresh inflows on Wednesday. Bitcoin ETFs Experience Outflows as Ethereum ETFs Rise Above...
Visa launches tokenized asset platform for digital asset management
3.10.2024
Visa announced its tokenized asset platform for issuing and managing digital assets, which includes stablecoins and CBDCs, to meet growing demand in the blockchain space
Binance Secures 20th Global Milestone With Argentina Crypto Registration
3.10.2024
Crypto exchange Binance has achieved a significant milestone by joining Argentina’s Virtual Asset Service Providers Registry, marking its 20th global regulatory achievement. This allows Binance to expand its full range of services to Argentina-based users, further embedding itself in...