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Catalonia is building its own metaverse, says innovation minister
27.6.2022
The government is hoping to make Barcelona a digital hub by offering various skills programs to university students and boot camps to cultivate talent
Mining Ban Sparks Negative Reactions From Iran’s Crypto Community
27.6.2022
The recently reintroduced seasonal ban on cryptocurrency mining has provoked backlash from the local crypto community. This week, the country’s power distribution company ordered miners to suspend activities citing electricity shortages during the hot summer months. Restrictions on Crypto...
Top 5 cryptocurrencies to watch this week: BTC, UNI, XLM, THETA, HNT
26.6.2022
Although Bitcoin is struggling to form a bottom, altcoins are on a roll and the current price action could benefit UNI, XLM, THETA and HNT
Iran Aims to Roll Out Pilot Version of Crypto Rial Within 2 Months
26.6.2022
The government in Tehran is taking steps in preparation of the launch of Iran’s new digital currency, referred to as the crypto rial. The monetary authority of the Islamic Republic hopes to initiate the pilot phase of the project within the next two months. Crypto Rial to Be Different From...
Value Locked in Defi Jumped 7% in 5 Days — Harmony’s Horizon Bridge Siphoned for $100M
25.6.2022
While crypto prices have seen some healing during the last few days, the total value locked (TVL) across the entire decentralized finance (defi) ecosystem has also improved. The TVL in defi has seen an increase of 7.19% since June 20, and the defi protocol Makerdao’s TVL dominates by 10.37%...
Albania to Start Taxing Crypto-Related Income From 2023
25.6.2022
Authorities in Albania are finalizing regulations that will allow the taxation of income and profits from cryptocurrency investments. The government intends to begin imposing the levy in 2023, after adopting the necessary legislation which has been proposed for public consultations. Albania Set...
What is StrongBlock (STRONG) and how does it work?
25.6.2022
Strongblock creates platforms and protocols with the intention of revolutionizing how blockchain networks compensate the nodes that protect and sustain them
Despite Historic Crashes, Video Games Aren’t Over NFTs Just Yet
24.6.2022
We were so close. As the NFT market suffered one meteoric crash after another, and as some crypto-based games lost money by the hundreds of millions, it seemed for a second there that the gaming industry might come to its senses. But no. This week alone saw two major parties unveiling a commitment...
White hat hacker attempts to recover 'millions' in lost Bitcoin, finds only $105
24.6.2022
“We didn’t make money, but we definitely made new friends," said Lavar Sanders, who originally purchased the Bitcoin in 2016
Bill Imposing Fines for Illegal Issuance and Exchange of Digital Assets Proposed in Russia
24.6.2022
A bill introducing financial penalties for those who illegally issue or exchange digital financial assets has been filed in the Russian parliament. The legislation has been submitted by the sponsor of another draft law banning their use as a means of payment. New Bill Targets Russian Platforms...
Swiss Regulator Urges Financial Watchdogs to Protect Crypto Investors
24.6.2022
Crypto trading is increasingly similar to the U.S. stock market of the late 1920s, the head of the Swiss financial watchdog has remarked. The high-ranking official believes that regulatory agencies around the world should do more to ensure investor protection. Swiss Financial Watchdog Executive...
Ripple CEO criticizes SEC for 'contradictions' on crypto regulations
23.6.2022
“The SEC [decided] to do regulation through enforcement, which is not efficient and really I think has stifled innovation in the United States," said Brad Garlinghouse
Buy Bitcoin or start mining? HashWorks CEO points to ‘attractive investment yield’ in BTC mining
23.6.2022
Bear markets are for building, which is exactly why HashWorks CEO Todd Esse says BTC’s current pricing presents an opportunity for retail investors and industrial mining companies
Swan Bitcoin CEO against crypto lenders: Users are way under-compensated for the risk
23.6.2022
The CEO of Swan Bitcoin, Cory Klippsten, criticizes Celsius Network and other centralized crypto lending platforms, warning of possible market contagion
Crisis in crypto lending shines light on industry vulnerabilities
23.6.2022
Leading crypto lending firms and hedge funds have run into trouble due to the market turmoil but more so because of their unchecked reckless decision-making process
Coinbase to shut down Coinbase Pro to merge trading services
23.6.2022
Launched in 2018, Coinbase Pro is designed to feature unlimited trading volumes, supporting more than 250 cryptocurrencies
Russia to Trial Digital Ruble Settlements for Real Estate Deals
23.6.2022
The Central Bank of Russia and participating commercial banks want to test various types of payments with the digital ruble, the Russian press reported. The plan is to experiment with smart contracts and transactions related to real estate and crypto asset purchases. Bank of Russia to Launch Smart...
Nexo hires Citibank to advise on acquisitions during market turmoil
23.6.2022
“We’re in this together” — Crypto lending platform Nexo has appointed Citibank to advise on acquisitions from struggling crypto firms
NFT, DeFi and crypto hacks abound — Here’s how to double up on wallet security
22.6.2022
Falling prey to a fraudulent link can be devastating to one’s personal investment portfolio. Here are three ways a hard wallet can protect you
Institutions are exploring the space — KPMG Canada crypto team
22.6.2022
Kareem Sadek and Kunal Bhasin said the team had seen “a lot of momentum” around the tokenization of assets, but was also considering the potential growth of NFTs and the metaverse