Uzbekistan permits two banks to issue crypto cards
Kapital Bank and Ravnaq Bank got approval from the National Agency for Perspective Projects to participate in the digital sandbox of crypto regulation.
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US House Democratic coalition creates AI working group
Representative Derek Kilmer will chair the Artificial Intelligence Working Group, which is aimed at introducing “sensible, bipartisan” policies for AI technology.
Lobby group to dispel crypto mining misconceptions in DC, says founder
The crypto mining industry is getting a dedicated lobby group aimed at opening up discussions with lawmakers in Washington D.C.
Stellar dips into treasury to buy minority stake in MoneyGram
The financial details weren't disclosed but the investment gave the Stellar Development Foundation a seat on MoneyGram's Board of Directors.
Caroline Ellison’s list of ‘Things Sam Is Freaking Out About’ could be used in trial
The prosecution intends to use Caroline Ellison's personal memos alongside a trove of other evidence against Sam Bankman-Fried at his criminal trial.
Silvergate CEO to depart amid ongoing liquidation and investor suits
Silvergate is losing its CEO Alan Lane and two other top executives as part of an ongoing wind-down of the once crypto-friendly bank.
Donald Trump’s Ethereum wallet holds $2.8M, new statement shows
The recent disclosure ups the figure disclosed in earlier records which said Trump held between $250,000 to $500,000 in an Ethereum wallet.
Illuvium's collapsing token represents the problems with GameFi
GameFi developers have been focused on raking in money — and they've forgotten that they need to make games fun in order to win over players.
Bitcoin price action is beginning to mirror BTC’s 2015-2017 pre-bull market cycle
Bitcoin’s price action and the crypto markets’ structure are beginning to mirror the pre-bull run activity seen in previous years, according to Delphi Digital.
US lawmakers press SEC and FINRA on Prometheum's broker-dealer approval
Members of the House Financial Services Committee questioned the “timing and circumstances” of FINRA approving Prometheum’s special purpose broker-dealer license in May.
Coinbase political initiative features US lawmaker who admitted to ethics violations
Rep. David Schweikert, featured as a lawmaker “very supportive” of crypto in the United States, paid $175,000 as part of a settlement related to violations of House ethics rules.
Is Bitcoin’s record-low volatility and decline in short-term holders a bull market signal?
Traders believe that Bitcoin’s low volatility is a bull market signal, but their bias could be preventing them from acknowledging potentially negative macro outcomes.
Breaking: Binance Connect shutting down on August 16
A spokesperson said the move came in response to 'changing market and user needs.'
11 potential impacts on crypto and the market from the rise of CBDCs
The ultimate impacts of CBDCs on the crypto industry may be a mixed bag of positives and negatives, and insiders need to monitor developments.
BTC price can reach $34K as Bitcoin faces support 'kiss' — QCP Capital
Bitcoin lacks major volatility catalysts, but a classic support bounce could spark the return of the highest BTC prices in over a year, analysis predicts.
Sei token valued at $1.8B after beta launch, exchange listings
The token opened to a wild trading session across major exchanges.
Perfect storm for undervalued ASICs: Blockstream plans $50M raise to buy miners
Blockstream intends to buy and store ASIC mining hardware ahead of Bitcoin’s halving in 2024.
Big Questions: Did the NSA create Bitcoin?
Is Bitcoin the biggest intel honeypot in history? A former NSA agent says “they absolutely have the capability” but others ridicule the idea.
China’s new AI regulations begin to take effect
The Chinese has government loosened its original guidelines for AI it released in April and scheduled them to take effect starting on Aug. 15.
How to protect your privacy online
Discover effective strategies to maintain online privacy and learn how to safeguard your personal information while navigating the digital landscape.
SEC delays set deadline for Bitcoin ETF approval to early 2024
With a maximum 240-day window available to the SEC to delay crypto ETF applications, some firms could wait until March 2024 to hear decisions on filings made in July 2023.
Your rights in the metaverse: The benefits and challenges of collaborating in the digital age
Collective creativity and shared ownership of content in the metaverse raise considerations regarding fair use, credit and compensation for creative contributions.
Mining service provider faces $100M lawsuit over pyramid scheme allegations in China
Prosecutors alleged that the executives of a Filecoin mining project orchestrated an elaborate pyramid scheme and scammed the participants.
Prime Trust bankruptcy spotted by crypto community months ahead
Months before Prime Trust filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, online sleuths in the crypto community were on the case and continue to follow the money.
First EU spot Bitcoin ETF hits Euronext Amsterdam exchange
The Jacobi Bitcoin ETF is finally going live on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange, more than a year after its planned launch.
BTC price won’t hit $100K before 2024 halving — Bitcoin investment exec
Bitcoin halving data will not be reflected in the market for a year or more, says Jesse Myers.
Bitcoin Depot Q2 revenue jumps 18% y/y as it plans ATM adds after NASDAQ listing
Bitcoin Depot records $197.5 million in revenue in the second quarter for 2023 spurred on by partnerships with various American retail stores.
New Zealand crypto exchange Dasset enters liquidation
Customers of Auckland-headquartered crypto exchange have been denied access to their funds.
Singapore central bank says three business days is ‘timely transfer’ for stablecoins
Redemptions of MAS-regulated single-currency stablecoins will have a longer grace period of five business days despite some arguing that it should be done in real time.
What are crypto-backed mortgages, and how do they work?
Crypto-backed mortgages involve using cryptocurrency holdings as collateral to secure loans, offering benefits like access to liquidity without selling assets.