Nigeria to create the stablecoins and ICOs legal framework
The necessity to create a legal framework for stablecoins is marked in the latest Central Bank of Nigeria strategy paper.
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Turkish automaker Togg onboards Metaco for crypto custody and governance
The partnership with Metaco will include using its digital asset custody and orchestration system, Harmonize, to safeguard the custody and governance of Togg’s digital assets.
Terra accidental airdrop leads to smear campaign, community member claims
TFL claimed that the airdrop receiver refused to return the funds, while the user claimed that he was on the verge of settlement with the firm when the former decided to run a smear campaign.
What is ShibaSwap and how does it work?
ShibaSwap is a decentralized exchange platform launched to expand the utility and capabilities of the SHIB token ecosystem.
Cointelegraph’s Accelerator Program launches and is seeking Web3 startups
The program aims to help Web3 companies boost their media presence, community growth and brand awareness.
Bitcoin community not happy with Peter Zeihan’s criticisms on Joe Rogan podcast
Joe Rogan podcast guest Peter Zeihan argued that Bitcoin has no intrinsic value and will go down by $17,000 more.
FTX former lead engineer in talks with federal prosecutors in Bankman-Fried case
A third former FTX-linked executive is reportedly considering providing evidence against Sam Bankman-Fried in an attempt for a more lenient sentence.
Mark Cuban to face questioning under oath over promotion of Voyager
U.S. Magistrate Judge Lisette M. Reid rejected Cuban’s application to delay the deposition, and outlined that his full deposition will be taken on Feb. 2 in Dallas, Texas.
5 sneaky tricks crypto phishing scammers used last year: SlowMist
SlowMist found that across 303 recorded blockchain security incidents in 2022, nearly a third were made up of phishing attacks, rug pulls and scams.
Nepal regulator orders ISPs to block crypto websites or face the law
Nepalese internet and email providers were put on notice by the country’s telco regulator to block crypto-related websites or face legal action.
FTX units on auction block draws 117 interested buyers: Court filing
Four businesses up for sale as part of bankruptcy proceedings include Embed, LedgerX, FTX Japan and FTX Europe.
Sanctions couldn't 'pull the plug' on Tornado Cash: Chainalysis
While it has become harder to access the crypto mixer today, for better or worse, decentralization means it's near impossible to put an end to it.
CoinMarketCap-led token airdrops ‘infected by fraud,’ crypto project claims
A crypto project claims a promotional token airdrop campaign led by CoinMarketCap was riddled with "fraud" that left its token price crumbling.
Russia to begin work on CBDC settlement system in Q1 as sanctions endure: Report
The country's central bank will begin studying two possible cross-border CBDC settlement models this quarter.
Layer-1 EVM oracle platform Flare launches to boost interoperable DApps
Layer 1 EVM blockchain Flare goes online, aimed at providing developers a platform to build decentralized interoperability applications.
NY law firm investigates potential 'securities fraud' at Core Scientific
The investigation was prompted by a report from Culper Research, which alleged that Core Scientific had "wildly oversold" its mining and hosting businesses.
Bitcoin derivatives data suggests a BTC price pump above $18K won’t be easy
The BTC futures premium remains a topic of concern, but it appears that traders are starting to price similar risks for the upside and downside.
CFTC files suit against Avraham Eisenberg for market manipulation in Mango exploit
Eisenberg claimed his actions on the DeFi platform were legal and negotiated a “white hat” bug bounty after making off with over $100 million; the government is unconvinced.
BlockFi plans to file assets and liabilities for bankruptcy case on Jan. 11
The company claimed that no members of the BlockFi management team had withdrawn any crypto from the platform since October 2022.
Bitcoin mining stocks surge with broader market as traders see less aggressive Fed
The BTC price rose to three-week highs ahead of a highly anticipated U.S. CPI report later this week.
SBF claims himself not guilty, faces up to 115 years in jail: Law Decoded, Jan. 2-9
The entrepreneur faces eight criminal counts, which could result in 115 years in prison should he be convicted.
Voyager tells court Binance acquisition plan is ‘sound business judgment,’ urgently needed
The bankrupt brokerage answered objections from a host of interested parties, claiming its information disclosures are adequate and so is its decision-making.
Price analysis 1/9: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, DOGE, ADA, MATIC, LTC
DXY is cooling off and crypto and equities are starting to heat up. Cointelegraph explores how BTC and altcoins could react to the current bullish momentum in the market.
The ‘Elon Effect’ shows how opinion leaders shape the FinTech market
Crypto “influencers” wield considerable influence over markets, particularly cryptocurrency markets — which hasn’t been positive for everyone over the last two years.
Former CCP official apologies for 'grave losses' as a result of supporting crypto miner: Report
Former Chinese Communist Party member Xiao Yi seemed to speak with a very subdued voice from what appeared to be prison, apologizing for supporting a Fuzhou crypto mining firm.
How to keep your crypto safe in 2023: a few tips from an analyst
Lead on-chain analyst at Glassnode, James Check, explains why taking self-custody of your private keys has become more important than ever and how to do it in a few simple steps.
5 cryptocurrencies that could benefit from a positive CPI report
Crypto markets flip green following the continuation of last week’s rally in equities, and SOL, XMR, LDO and AAVE could be ready to move higher.
Huobi Korea seeks to split from parent company, change its name: Report
Chairman Cho Kook-bong will also take over a majority of shares previously held by co-founder Leon Li.
Why is Ethereum (ETH) price up today?
Ethereum's price is up today with most options traders anticipating a run toward $3,500-$4,000 before April 2023.
Crypto-asset manager Osprey Funds lays off most of its staff: Report
Institutional demand for Bitcoin and other crypto assets has waned due to the bear market.