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Fuse blockchain pledges $10M for ecosystem development

[May 3, 2023 10:43 AM] Grants valuing between $5,000 and $25,000 will be allocated to qualifying project teams.

Global Law Enforcement Agencies Dismantle Darknet Marketplace Monopoly Market, Arrest 288 and Seize $53.4 Million

[May 3, 2023 8:00 AM] On May 2, 2023, Europol announced a collaborative effort between law enforcement agencies from the U.S., Europe, the U.K., and Brazil culminated in 288 arrests, along with the confiscation of 850 kg of illegal drugs, 117 firearms, and $53.4 million…

SUI mainnet goes live as token sees immediate action on Binance, OKX, others

[May 3, 2023 6:55 AM] The total supply of the SUI token is capped at 10 billion coins, with tokens running on a delegated proof-of-stake consensus algorithm.

Iran Sets Up Platform to Facilitate Crypto Payments for Imports

[May 3, 2023 5:30 AM] Authorities in Iran are taking steps to make crypto payments easier for companies importing goods in the sanctioned country. A dedicated platform has been established to allow local businesses to transfer cryptocurrency for the purpose of…

Bitcoin BRC-20 token standard becomes a new destination for meme tokens

[May 3, 2023 5:15 AM] The BRC-20 token market cap has seen a 600% rise in the past week, with its transaction volume overtaking standard BTC transactions on the network.

UK government targets fraudsters with new ban on cold calls for crypto

[May 3, 2023 1:38 AM] The U.K. government plans to introduce laws to reimburse victims of authorized crypto fraud and work with Ofcom to prevent phone number “spoofing.“

Top 5 Cryptos To Watch This Week Amid US Banking Crisis

[May 2, 2023 11:53 PM] Concerns about the stability of the global financial system have been rekindled in the wake of the recent failure of the First Republic Bank in the United States. The market’s confidence has taken a major hit as a result of this major…

Sports Illustrated launches Polygon-based NFT ticketing platform

[May 2, 2023 2:00 PM] SI's new service, called "Box Office," will allow event organizers to issue commemorative nonfungible token tickets, including pre-attendance and post-event audience perks.

Interest rate hike speculation triggers outflows from crypto investment products: Report

[May 2, 2023 1:30 PM] According to CoinShares, digital asset investment products saw outflows totaling $72 million last week, as investors brace for the Fed's forthcoming rate decision on May 3.

The ABCs of Crypto: Teaching the next generation of Web3 users

[May 2, 2023 12:44 PM] This latest report presents an overview of two of the most popular use cases for blockchain technology — DeFi and NFTs — to help onboard the next generation of crypto users.

Blur NFT lending surpasses $16M in loans, led by Machi Big Brother

[May 2, 2023 12:30 PM] The milestone comes just one day after the protocol's launch on May 1.

Pacwest Stock Plummets Over 35% Following Release of Q1 Earnings Report Amidst Turmoil in Banking Industry

[May 2, 2023 11:00 AM] Following the acquisition of First Republic Bank by JPMorgan Chase, several regional banks such as Pacwest and Western Alliance experienced a significant drop in their stock prices. On Tuesday afternoon, all four major U.S. benchmark stock indexes…

The average person’s wealth will be 'completely destroyed by inflation,' says Arthur Hayes

[May 2, 2023 11:00 AM] Investing in assets "outside of the traditional financial system” is the only way to preserve one’s wealth, according to the former BitMEX CEO.

British MP Lisa Cameron is 'not invested personally' in crypto but advocates for regulation

[May 2, 2023 8:11 AM] “I’m an advocate for getting regulation in place that makes the most of the potential of the sector whilst protecting consumers,” said the MP.

Coinbase International Exchange launches amid SEC crypto crackdown in the US

[May 2, 2023 7:00 AM] The Coinbase International Exchange will roll out trading by listing Bitcoin and Ether perpetual futures.

3AC founders run into fresh trouble in Dubai over new exchange OPNX

[May 2, 2023 5:04 AM] Dubai’s digital asset regulator claimed it had sent two cease and desist notices to the exchange in February and an investor alert against it in April.

Blur introduces NFT perpetual lending protocol

[May 1, 2023 1:15 PM] Borrowing positions automatically roll their expiry and can be refinanced should one party unilaterally decide to terminate.

Justin Sun issues apology after Sui LaunchPool clashes with Binance CEO

[May 1, 2023 10:23 AM] Nearly $4 billion has been staked in Binance’s Sui farming pools in anticipation of the layer -1 blockchain’s airdrop.

More crypto exchanges list PEPE following trading frenzy

[May 1, 2023 9:17 AM] The price of the memecoin has surged by over 2,000% in the past two weeks.

FTX investor Temasek pours $10M in algorithmic currency system Array

[May 1, 2023 7:29 AM] The new algorithmic currency system aims to provide a more “stable, efficient and scalable” asset than common coins like Bitcoin.

‘Evil Crypto’ Can Be Used in Foreign Trade, Russia’s Deputy Finance Minister Says

[Apr 30, 2023 10:00 PM] Cryptocurrency may be bad for investors but it can be useful in international settlements, according to a top government official in Moscow. Russian authorities intend to set up a special committee that would issue permits to operators employing…

Netflix Star Driving Bitcoin Adoption With Porsche Flying El Salvador Flag

[Apr 29, 2023 6:00 AM] Scottish-Salvadoran driver Sebastian Melrose has made his debut in the Porsche Carrera Cup racing championship. The 25-year-old, who took part in a popular Netflix TV series last year, drives a Bitcoin-branded 911 that features the flag of…

UK Treasury seeks input on taxing DeFi staking and lending: Finance Redefined

[Apr 28, 2023 2:20 PM] The UK Treasury is seeking input on taxing the DeFi space, and on provisions around staking and lending.

Tax law researchers propose IRS framework for deducting crypto losses

[Apr 28, 2023 1:15 PM] A recently published study appears to advocate for the isolation of crypto assets from other tax deductions where losses are concerned.

Binance to reenter Japan via acquired regulated exchange SEBC

[Apr 28, 2023 5:10 AM] Although no official date is mentioned for the launch of Binance Japan, the notice stated that the exchange could start after June.

46% of millennials across major economies own crypto: Bitget research

[Apr 28, 2023 4:00 AM] The study featured over 255,000 respondents across 26 countries in four age groups.

Hong Kong regulator requires banks to open accounts for crypto firms

[Apr 28, 2023 3:46 AM] Hong Kong’s central bank has urged banks to provide services to crypto firms even before they receive the license.

Robinhood launches fiat-to-crypto on-ramp for self-custody wallets and DApps

[Apr 27, 2023 3:20 PM] Robinhood Markets announced the launch of its new “Robinhood Connect” service and numerous updates to its app.

US House committees hear similar testimonies in simultaneous hearings on digital assets

[Apr 27, 2023 2:29 PM] A range of speakers addressed issues like agency turf wars and regulator fitness in hearings on regulatory gaps.

Belgian crypto platform Bit4You suspends operations after CoinLoan halts activity

[Apr 27, 2023 10:56 AM] Bit4You suspended operations on April 26 amid CoinLoan insolvency investigation by Estonian regulators.