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Trump Family Crypto Project World Liberty Financial Gets a $30M Boost From Justin Sun’s Tron
25.11.2024
Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has stirred excitement with a $30 million investment in World Liberty Financial (WLF), a cryptocurrency initiative spearheaded by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his family. Known for his moves in the blockchain realm, Sun shared the news on social media...
Cloud Mining Company Bitfufu Joins the FTSE Global Micro Cap Index
25.11.2024
Singapore-based cloud mining service Bitfufu (NASDAQ: FUFU) has officially been included in the FTSE Global Micro Cap Index. This milestone not only highlights the company’s growth trajectory but also showcases the rising prominence of bitcoin miners in the global equity markets. Joining...
Still Early: Taylor Swift Remains More Popular Than Bitcoin for Now
25.11.2024
Jon Erlichman, a BNN Bloomberg commentator, recently conducted an informal survey on the streets, asking several people whether they would prefer a ticket to a Taylor Swift concert or a bitcoin. Most of those polled stated they preferred to receive a ticket to see the singer, who has won 14 Grammy...
Coinbase Explores Blockchain Partnership With Kenya’s Safaricom
25.11.2024
Coinbase is reportedly exploring a partnership with Safaricom to enhance M-PESA with blockchain technology. This move aligns with Coinbase’s broader strategy of promoting crypto adoption in Africa, particularly in Kenya and Nigeria. Coinbase is also working with the Kenyan government...
Bitget Now Supports Bank Transfers in Vietnam via QR Codes
25.11.2024
Bitget has announced its integration of bank transfers in Vietnam through QR codes, making it the first exchange to adopt this payment method. This new feature allows users to deposit Vietnamese Dong (VND) and withdraw funds seamlessly, enhancing accessibility to the crypto market. By utilizing...
SEC Push Against Elon Musk Stalls as Judge Denies Sanctions
25.11.2024
A U.S. federal judge declined the SEC’s request to sanction Elon Musk over his absence from a court-ordered testimony related to his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter. Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley ruled sanctions unnecessary as Musk testified on Oct. 3 and reimbursed the SEC $2,923...
New Russian Sanctions May Spike Gas Prices in Europe, Experts Warn
25.11.2024
U.S. sanctions on Gazprombank may disrupt payment processes for Russian oil and gas buyers, potentially increasing energy costs in Europe, according to experts cited by Tass. Analysts warn that seeking alternative payment methods, such as using other banks or currencies, could heighten risks...
French Users Reportedly Blocked From Polymarket Predictions Market
24.11.2024
Social media reports suggest that Polymarket has blocked French users and warned against attempts to circumvent the block. According to one social media post, Polymarket now includes France-based users on its list of restricted users. Claims that Polymarket is now inaccessible to French users...
Bitcoin ETFs Set New Records in Brazil
24.11.2024
The recent bitcoin price hike that has driven exchange rates close to $100,000 per token has also fueled the demand for and prices of Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) shares in the Brazilian stock exchange. Hashdex, the first crypto ETF launched on B3, reached all-time highs, with a net asset...
The Hunt for the Russian Trace: Chinese Banks Implement Stricter Compliance for Foreign Payments
22.11.2024
Chinese banks have implemented additional compliance measures for payments from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), India, and Hong Kong, which have traditionally served as trade partners for Russia. These measures aim to identify Russian businesses using third countries as proxies to complete...
Cartel-Linked Crypto Laundering Ring Disrupted by Federal Task Forces
22.11.2024
A federal grand jury in Miami has charged nine individuals with laundering U.S. drug proceeds into cryptocurrency for Mexican and Colombian cartels, utilizing “a network of black market cryptocurrency launderers and unlicensed money transmitters,” according to the U.S. Department...
Cybercrime Marketplace Crumbles as Authorities Seize Hidden Crypto Stash
22.11.2024
The U.S. Justice Department has announced the seizure of Popeyetools, a cybercrime marketplace, and unmasked its role in illicit cryptocurrency transactions. Administrators Abdul Ghaffar, Abdul Sami, and Javed Mirza were charged with selling stolen financial data and facilitating crimes involving...
President Milei Issues Advice to Elon Musk’s D.O.G.E.: ‘Cut to the Chase’
21.11.2024
Argentine President Javier Milei, who self-describes as anarcho-capitalist, issued recommendations to Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.), to develop his deregulation and state cleaning role. In Lex Fridman’s podcast, Milei urged Musk to be efficient...
Justin Sun Buys Iconic Maurizio Cattelan Artwork ‘Comedian’ for $6.2 Million, Promises to Eat the Banana
21.11.2024
Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has made headlines by acquiring Maurizio Cattelan’s iconic artwork “Comedian” for $6.2 million at a Sotheby’s auction. In a statement, Sun expressed his excitement, describing the piece as “not just an artwork; it represents a cultural...
Binance Warns of Fake Tokens Exploiting Its Name
21.11.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance warned its community on Monday about a surge in fraudulent tokens falsely claiming affiliation with the platform, spreading across social media. The company emphasized that these tokens are neither endorsed nor authorized by Binance, potentially exposing users...
Yellow Card’s African Push: Coinbase-Backed Platform Wins South African License
20.11.2024
Coinbase backed Yellow Card, a leading African crypto platform, has secured a crypto asset service provider (CASP) license from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa. The license allows Yellow Card, which is also licensed in Botswana, to expand its operations and cater...
Grayscale Unveils Game-Changing Bitcoin ETF Options Strategy
20.11.2024
Grayscale Investments has announced plans to introduce options trading for its spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), taking a page from Blackrock’s recent success with bitcoin ETF options. The options trading will begin on Wednesday morning. This initiative is designed to leverage...
President of Digital Assets Commission: El Salvador Is Just Showing ‘Glimpses’ of What’s Coming
20.11.2024
Juan Carlos Reyes, president of the Digital Assets National Commission in El Salvador, recently highlighted the work behind the scenes to incentivize and prepare the nation for higher cryptocurrency adoption levels. During an interview, Reyes declared: “If you look at the bigger...
Gemini Foundation Launches BOME, GOAT, MEW, PNUT, and POL Perpetual Contracts With Up to 100x Leverage
20.11.2024
The Gemini Foundation, a non-US derivatives platform operated by Gemini, has announced the addition of five new perpetual contracts to its trading platform, allowing users to trade BOME, GOAT, MEW, PNUT, and POL contracts with leverage of up to 100x. While these derivatives products are accessible...
Michael Saylor to Present Bitcoin Investment Proposal to Microsoft Board Amid Shareholder Vote
20.11.2024
Microstrategy Chairman Michael Saylor has agreed to deliver a three-minute presentation to Microsoft’s board of directors regarding the potential benefits of investing in bitcoin. During a recent X Spaces event hosted by Vaneck, Saylor revealed that he was approached by the National Center...