Policy & RegulationThere has been an important development in the bankruptcy process of crypto lender BlockFi. The plan administrator announced the completion of a major transaction that will provide 100% final distribution in the short term for all eligible claims. This statement is considered a great ray of hope for the crypto industry and is good news for BlockFi customers after a long wait.
Jul 23, 2024Policy & RegulationThe first budget since Prime Minister Narendra Modi was elected for the third consecutive term has been announced.
Jul 23, 2024Policy & RegulationIn recent years, Paraguay has become an attractive center for the energy-intensive cryptocurrency mining industry with its low electricity costs. However, this situation is in danger with the electricity price increase of the country's electricity distribution company ANDE, which will come into force as of August 1. This increase of up to 16 percent caused sector representatives great concern.
Jul 23, 2024Policy & RegulationThe cryptocurrency market has been following a very volatile course lately. US elections are cited as one of the main reasons for this.
Jul 22, 2024Policy & RegulationHong Kong is becoming a prominent center in the financial world with its interest in cryptocurrencies. The last step taken in this context is likely to excite investors. The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has breathed new life into the industry with a product that offers the opportunity to invest against Bitcoin, the cryptocurrency with the highest market value.
Jul 22, 2024Policy & RegulationCrypto traders are again betting on a very serious issue like presidential politics through very stupid meme coins.
Jul 22, 2024Policy & RegulationSouth Korea has learned from the events that shook the cryptocurrency market and enacted comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations for the first time in the country's history. These regulations aim to increase investor security and ensure market stability. Let's look at the details and potential effects of these new regulations together.
Jul 19, 2024Policy & RegulationHong Kong has recently been taking important steps to consolidate its leading position in the cryptocurrency market. At the center of these initiatives is the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), which plays a leading role in the healthy development of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. By evaluating the potential of cryptocurrencies, the HKMA both supports innovative initiatives and takes regulatory steps to protect investors.
Jul 19, 2024Policy & RegulationAlmost 24 hours after President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, Polymarket bettors began betting that Vice President Kamala Harris would take the Democratic ticket. Bettors on Polymarket's "2024 Democratic Nomination" outcome placed $13.6 million on the odds that Kamala Harris will be elected over Joe Biden.
Jul 18, 2024Policy & RegulationThe cryptocurrency market is constantly evolving, especially as digital assets become more integrated into daily life. Stablecoins, which play an important role in this development, are digital currencies whose values are tied to fiat currencies (such as dollars, euros).
Jul 18, 2024Policy & RegulationJapan-based Soramitsu Labs is preparing to launch a proof-of-concept experiment for a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in Papua New Guinea, at the request of the country's central bank. This initiative has the potential to increase financial inclusion and create a secure digital payment ecosystem not only for Papua New Guinea, but for all Pacific island countries.
Jul 17, 2024Policy & RegulationTrump's presidential campaign is full of developments that resonate in the cryptocurrency world. According to recent reports, the campaign raised approximately $3 million in donations, largely through cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ether. This amount was part of a series of events that deepened Trump's approach towards cryptocurrencies and his relationship with NFT collectibles.
Jul 17, 2024Policy & RegulationChinese businessman Guo Wengui, also known as Miles Guo, was found guilty of a billion-dollar fraud charge for defrauding his fans. This fraud was carried out through a company called GTV Media Group, owned by Guo.
Jul 17, 2024Policy & RegulationNearly 100 people contributed crypto to the campaign, including high-profile industry players like the Winklevoss twins and Kraken's Jesse Powell.
Jul 16, 2024Policy & RegulationWhile Bitcoin pioneered the cryptocurrency market as a miracle of the digital age, the identity of its creator still remains an enigma. However, this mystery becomes a little clearer years later, with the collapse of the network of lies of Craig Wright, who declared himself the inventor of Bitcoin.
Jul 16, 2024Policy & RegulationA new bill has been introduced by a bipartisan group of senators and aims to mandate watermarking of such content to prevent the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) deep fakes.
Jul 12, 2024Policy & RegulationPresident Joe Biden has stated that he plans to stay in the race, but also emphasized that "it is important to calm fears." The announcement comes as Biden's chances of becoming the Democratic Party's presidential nominee edged ahead of vice president Kamala Harris after her first press conference in months, according to investors at crypto-based prediction market platform Polymarket.
Jul 12, 2024Policy & RegulationJump Trading subsidiary Tai Mo Shan is seeking approximately $264 million in damages due to 800 million Serum (SRM) tokens not being delivered to them by Alameda Research. This demand is even greater than the current market cap of the protocol.
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