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Over 75M Ordinal Inscriptions and $4.5B in Sales—Bitcoin Finds Its NFT Footing
19.9.2024
In the last year and nine months since December 2022, more than 75 million Ordinal inscriptions have been minted on the Bitcoin blockchain, according to the latest statistics. This technology has given Bitcoin a new role in the world of digital collectibles. Today, Bitcoin stands as...
DZ Bank partners with Boerse Stuttgart for crypto trading
19.9.2024
The partnership will bring cryptocurrency trading and custody solutions to around 700 cooperative banks, with an initial rollout planned for late 2024
Web3 Gaming Platform UNKJD Soccer Collaborates With Puma for Exclusive In-Game Content
19.9.2024
UNKJD Soccer, a popular Web3 sports mobile game, has announced a new collaboration with global sportswear brand Puma. The partnership will bring Puma’s iconic designs and content to the game, offering players new characters, skins, and exclusive tournaments. UNKJD Soccer Introduces Puma-Inspired...
Blockchain adoption in Asia Pacific will expand into SMEs — Blockdaemon
19.9.2024
Blockdaemon executive Andrew Vranjes said that tax regulations and the lack of uniform regulations across jurisdictions hold back institutions from adopting blockchain.
Australian Central Bank Prioritizes Wholesale CBDC
19.9.2024
The Australian Central Bank is focusing on a wholesale central bank digital currency (CBDC) due to its potential economic benefits compared to a retail CBDC. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has launched Project Acacia, a three-year plan to explore wholesale CBDC opportunities. While the RBA...
Germany's DZ Bank to Offer Customers Crypto Trading Through Boerse Stuttgart Tie Up
19.9.2024
The first banks will be connected this year, with a phased roll out for selected retail customers
FBI Cracks Down on Illegal Gambling Network Using Fake Crypto
19.9.2024
A Denver resident has been convicted of running an illegal gambling business involving several parlors across Colorado. The scheme involved electronic games and a fake cryptocurrency to conceal the exchange of credits for cash, revealing fraud and money laundering. The only function of this crypto...
Binance Seeks Release of Jailed Employee Before Pursuing Nigerian License
19.9.2024
Binance has made the release of Tigran Gambaryan a condition for seeking registration in Nigeria. The exchange is reluctant to register due to outstanding issues with the government. It reportedly believes the SEC’s hastily formulated framework is not supported by law. Despite this, Binance...
South Korea, Hong Kong Lead Crypto Market Growth in East Asia
19.9.2024
East Asia’s cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant growth, driven by institutional adoption in South Korea and Hong Kong, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. South Korea leads with $130 billion in on-chain value, while Hong Kong emerges as a major...
Global Surge in CBDC Development: 134 Countries Now Exploring Digital Currencies
19.9.2024
New data shows that 134 countries, representing 98% of global GDP, are now exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), with 66 nations advancing to pilot or development stages. Every G20 nation is engaged in CBDC efforts, with notable leaders such as China and the European nations pushing...
US Lawmakers Call for Clear SEC Rules on Digital Asset Airdrops
19.9.2024
Congressman Tom Emmer is pushing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide clear rules on digital asset airdrops, arguing that current regulatory uncertainty is stifling innovation and blocking American participation in blockchain projects. He emphasized the importance...
Lawmaker Flags Concerns Over SEC’s Crypto Approach
19.9.2024
Congressman French Hill has raised concerns over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s handling of digital asset regulations, criticizing Chairman Gary Gensler’s leadership for creating legal uncertainty and a politicized approach. The lawmaker highlighted...
Bitcoin Emerges as a ‘Unique Diversifier,’ Says Blackrock’s Latest Report
18.9.2024
In a recent report, Blackrock, the largest digital asset manager, explores bitcoin’s role as a unique investment diversifier, highlighting its distinct risk and return factors compared to traditional assets. The financial institution’s report also discusses bitcoin’s growing...
NFT Project Doodles to Celebrate Rubik’s Cube’s 50th Anniversary With Digital Collectibles
18.9.2024
Non-Fungible Token (NFT) project Doodles has announced a collaboration with Spin Master to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rubik’s Cube. This partnership will introduce a “pack ripping” fan experience, where participants can unlock both physical and digital collectibles. Among...
Pudgy Penguins CEO unfazed by SEC actions against the NFT sector
18.9.2024
While the SEC focuses on investor protection, Pudgy Penguins CEO Luca Schnetzler believes that investors should also hold some form of accountability for their purchases.
Pudgy Penguins CEO unfazed by SEC actions against the NFT sector
18.9.2024
While the SEC focuses on investor protection, Pudgy Penguins CEO Luca Schnetzler believes that investors should also hold some form of accountability for their purchases.
Trump-Themed Meme Coins Spike Following Former President’s X Interview
17.9.2024
After former President Donald Trump and his family introduced World Liberty Financial (WLF) during an X Spaces interview, meme coins inspired by Trump have enjoyed a notable rise in value over the past 24 hours when compared to the U.S. dollar. Political Meme Coins Surge After Trump Slams Kamala...
Digital Chamber urges US crypto users to support new NFT bill
17.9.2024
Crypto advocates urged Americans to help the industry flourish without "misapplied" securities regulations.
Capstone Technology Gets $5.4M for GAYA Blockchain Project
17.9.2024
Capstone Technology, a UAE-based blockchain and AI company has raised $5.45 million to fund the development of its GAYA blockchain project. The project aims to create a network for entrepreneurs in gaming, AI, and entertainment. Capstone Technology plans to use the funds to manage technological...
Russian Central Bank Eyes Digital Currency to Overcome Cross-Border Payment Obstacles
17.9.2024
Elvira Nabiullina, head of Russia’s central bank, has highlighted challenges in cross-border settlements, including payment issues and falling trade volumes. She emphasized the importance of finding new solutions, such as using digital currencies and cooperating with global partners,...