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‘Big Four’ South Korean Crypto Exchanges Say They’ve Blocked Russian Users
5.3.2022
All four major South Korean crypto exchanges say they will block users with Russian IP addresses “in line with sanctions” – despite the fact that their overseas counterparts have ruled out making such a move without direct instruction from governments....
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Analysts Debate Economic Fallout Odds From Russia’s Invasion, Historian Says World May Face Worst Energy Crisis Since the 1970s
4.3.2022
While Russia’s Ukraine invasion has been at the forefront of people’s minds, a global recession and the possibility of an energy crisis have been thrown into the conversation. Reports concerning the U.S. economy note that risks of an economic recession are climbing, and energy market...
Ukraine finds unlikely ally in efforts to bar Russian access to crypto: the Central Bank of Russia
4.3.2022
It appears both countries want crypto to be banned in Russia following the nation's recent war efforts
How to Responsibly Donate to Ukrainian Causes
4.3.2022
Beth Gazley, Professor of Public and Environmental Affairs, O'Neill School, Indiana University._____
When Russia invaded Ukraine, I responded like many Americans: by making charitable donations.
I was able to make my gift with confidence because I’m a scholar of nonprofits who has studied...
The Internet Reacts To EA Removing Russian Teams From FIFA 22
4.3.2022
Yesterday, EA Sports announced it would remove the national Russian team and Russian clubs from FIFA 22. The announcement came as the Russian invasion of Ukraine entered its second week. As the news spread, the game’s community has begun to react.Read more
Russian national will use sales of her burning passport NFT to support Ukraine
4.3.2022
NFT artist Olive Allen said by publicly burning her Russian passport, she was effectively making it dangerous to repatriate by protesting the current government
Ukraine Fundraisers Bring Out the Best, and Worst, in Crypto
4.3.2022
If you tried to make money off Ukraine’s fundraising efforts, your soul is just as broken as your brain
Finance Redefined: Uniswap builds token-swap feature for Ukraine, LUNA surpasses Ether, and more
4.3.2022
In this week's newsletter, we will explore some of the key developments from the DeFi space that had an impact on the Ukraine donations and look at some of the trendsetters in our industry
South Korean Crypto Exchanges Restrict Russians’ Access Over War in Ukraine
4.3.2022
Major South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges have introduced restrictions for Russian users, effectively joining western sanctions over Moscow’s military invasion of Ukraine. The measures include blocking IP addresses originating from the Russian Federation. Largest Korean Exchange May Deny...
Crypto Trading Volumes in Ukraine, Russia Fall After the Early War Spike
4.3.2022
Crypto trading volumes using Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH) as the fiat currency have fallen to nearly their normal levels, despite banking restrictions in Ukraine making fiat transactions in the region increasingly difficult. From Russia, however, crypto trades using the Russian ruble (RUB) still...
Russian Ruling Party Says Crypto Regulation Will Safeguard ‘Millions of Citizens’
4.3.2022
United Russia, the nation’s ruling party, says that some 12% of the population uses or interacts with crypto – and senior political figures stated that it will protect crypto holders with its forthcoming regulations....
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Bitcoin vs Gold Debate Continues as Both Assets Rise Following Ukraine War
4.3.2022
The never-ending debate around bitcoin (BTC) versus gold is once again in the spotlight, as both assets have risen after the onset of the Ukraine war -- and bitcoin’s properties as censorship-resistant money has come back into focus....
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How crypto execs react to economic sanctions against Russia?
4.3.2022
Most companies in the United States and other Western nations are no longer allowed to conduct business or exchange money with Russian banks
Coinbase Says Crypto Markets Resilient After Russian Invasion of Ukraine
4.3.2022
The crypto exchange said a more convincing recovery is possible once investors have more clarity on the Fed’s plans
Ukraine Crypto Donations Exceed USD 63M
4.3.2022
In a robust sign of support to Ukraine amid the country’s invasion by Russia, the global crypto industry has donated in excess of USD 63.25m as of today, with donations made in bitcoin (BTC), ethereum (ETH), and a number of other cryptos.
Data from blockchain ecosystem security firm SlowMist...
Russian Oligarchs Unlikely to Use Crypto to Dodge Sanctions - Coinbase CEO
4.3.2022
The heads of some of the world’s biggest centralized crypto exchanges (CEXes) have hit back against critics who claim crypto could be used by Russian oligarchs attempting to evade Western sanctions. However, the exchanges will abide by the law in case there's a ban on all Russian users. ...
Dollar Rises as Euro Falls Amidst the Invasion of Ukraine
4.3.2022
The forex market has seen a significant movement on the 3rd of March as the situation in Eastern Europe gets worse. While the United States Dollar holds on to a steadier trajectory, the Euro falls short due to the impacts of recent bombardment in Ukraine. The sudden fall might bring any plans...
Crypto Allows Ukraine to ‘Operate Internationally,’ Official Says
4.3.2022
Amid ongoing hostilities with advancing Russian forces, Ukraine has been increasingly relying on cryptocurrency donations to solve humanitarian problems and finance its defense efforts. Crypto helps the country to receive and quickly distribute money and operate internationally, a high-ranking...
Billionaire Bill Miller Shares Current Crypto Outlook: ‘It’s Very Bullish for Bitcoin’
4.3.2022
Veteran investor and fund manager Bill Miller explains why he thinks that it is currently “very bullish for bitcoin.” Miller noted that Russia has almost 50% of its reserves in currencies that are controlled by people who want to do them harm. Bill Miller’s Crypto Outlook:...
Wargaming Stands By Its Kyiv Studio As Its Native Belarus Moves Against Ukraine
3.3.2022
World of Tanks developer Wargaming has rerouted company resources to support over 550 developers at its Kyiv studio as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its sixth day.Read more