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California AI bill aimed at preventing disasters draws ire from Silicon Valley
[Aug 15 6:31 AM] Crypto VC giant a16z claims the AI legislation will “burden startups because of its arbitrary and shifting thresholds.”
Vanguard’s New CEO Reaffirms No Crypto ETFs in Future Strategy
Coinbase Challenges CFTC Proposal, Advocates for Balanced Regulation of Event Contracts
[Aug 9 7:20 PM] Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal has raised concerns on social media regarding the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) proposed rule to ban certain event contracts. Coinbase has also formally responded to the proposal…
Abu Dhabi Unveils Blockchain Center to Drive Blockchain Innovation
[Aug 4 11:30 AM] A center aiming to drive blockchain innovation and establish Abu Dhabi as a hub for top global events and workshops, connecting industry leaders, has officially opened. Additionally, the blockchain center will incorporate a venture capital arm to…
Coinbase Reports $1.4 Billion in Q2 Revenue Amid Industry’s Regulatory Advances
[Aug 2 1:30 AM] Coinbase posted $1.4 billion in total revenue for the second quarter of 2024, marking a period of continued growth and progress in the crypto industry. The company’s earnings report said it also made strides toward regulatory clarity in the U.S., a…
Nigeria to Train 1,000 Residents Annually in AI and Blockchain Technologies
[Jul 24 3:05 PM] The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an initiative to train 1,000 Nigerians annually in artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and other cutting-edge technologies. The program, called the “AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology…
Seven Years of Binance: CEO Richard Teng Shares Insights on Achievements and Future Goals
[Jul 12 3:30 PM] Binance is celebrating its seventh anniversary, reflecting on its growth and achievements in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency industry. In an open letter, Binance CEO Richard Teng shared his insights and perspective on the company’s journey and…
Blockchain-Enabled Sports Tech Startup Fanera Partners Saudi Government, Set to Relocate to Riyadh
[Jul 12 5:20 AM] Blockchain-enabled sports tech startup Fanera has partnered with the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Investment and is poised to relocate its headquarters to Riyadh. Through its fan engagement app, Fanera aims to empower football fans, enabling them to…
2024 Republican Platform Defends Bitcoin Mining and the Right to Self-Custody Crypto
Global South View: US Politicians Aren’t Saviors of Crypto; Innovation Should Precede Regulation
[Jul 7 10:32 PM] Donald Trump and other U.S. politicians’ embrace of crypto has sparked hope and encouraged stakeholders who see lobbying as a way to influence policymakers. However, lingering doubts about the sincerity of politicians should serve as a…
DWF Labs Launches $20 Million Cloudbreak Fund
[Jul 4 10:45 AM] DWF Labs announced the launch of a $20 million Cloudbreak Fund aimed at supporting Web3 projects in Chinese-speaking regions. The fund will provide investments and strategic resources to help emerging projects achieve their potential. DWF Labs…
Telegram and Helika Gaming unveil $50M gaming accelerator with Notcoin
[Jul 4 5:03 AM] The accelerator program aims to foster innovation among game developers, leveraging the Ton blockchain to enhance Telegram’s gaming ecosystem.
Zambia Working on Establishing an AI Framework, Says Minister
[Jun 30 1:39 AM] Zambia has reportedly initiated a process to establish an artificial intelligence framework and is collaborating with the Tony Blair Institute to formulate an artificial intelligence strategy. Sarah Luyele Njamu said Zambia can leverage AI for…
Hong Kong targets DeFi, metaverse for fintech expansion
[Jun 26 2:57 AM] Despite challenges in the current DeFi and metaverse landscape, the reports highlight potential growth and innovation in these emerging sectors.
Paradigm Secures $850 Million for Third Crypto Fund, Targets Early-Stage Projects
[Jun 13 1:45 PM] On June 13, the leading San Francisco-based crypto-focused venture capital firm Paradigm revealed it has secured its third fund, totaling $850 million, aimed at early-stage crypto projects. Paradigm Announces $850 Million Fund Established in 2018…
Polygon Unveils $1 Billion Grant Program to Foster Blockchain Development Over Next Decade
[Jun 11 11:27 AM] Polygon has announced a $1 billion Community Grants Program, set to roll out over the next ten years, aimed at supporting developers on its platform. This initiative promises to allocate about $100 million annually to fund innovative projects that…
Bitcoin Miner Bitdeer Expands With Acquisition of ASIC Designer Desiweminer
[Jun 6 9:15 AM] Bitdeer Technologies Group announced its acquisition of Desiweminer, a noted player in the crypto ASIC design landscape. The agreement, finalized on June 3, 2024, involves the exchange of 20 million Bitdeer shares and introduces stringent transfer…
RWA Protocol Blocksquare Announces $100 Million Tokenization of Real Estate Assets
[May 29 12:34 PM] Blocksquare, a real estate tokenization protocol, has announced that it has tokenized $100 million in properties across various sectors. The team believes this marks a significant advancement in the digital real estate market, facilitated by the…
Crypto Advocacy Group ‘Stand With Crypto’ Expands to the UK
[May 25 3:31 AM] Stand with Crypto, a global crypto advocacy organization, is expanding its initiative to the United Kingdom. Originating in the U.S., where it has garnered over 700,000 sign-ups and gained momentum with the passing of FIT21 in the House of…
BoE regulatory 'culture shift' could open door to new tech
[May 22 6:20 AM] The Bank of England's proactive regulatory shift aims to integrate emerging technologies, highlighted by the introduction of the Digital Securities Sandbox.
Mastercard Welcomes 5 Startups to Blockchain and Digital Asset Program
Israeli fintech Kima, Mastercard lab look to develop ‘DeFi credit card’
[May 14 11:38 AM] Kima is seeking to bridge traditional and Web3 finance and make the user experience more manageable.
Stan Druckenmiller Slams Bidenomics — Advocates for Less Government to Boost Innovation
Erik Voorhees Unveils New AI Platform Promising Privacy and Unfiltered Free Speech
[May 10 3:36 PM] Erik Voorhees, founder of Shapeshift, has announced the debut of Venice, an artificial intelligence (AI) application that promises enhanced privacy and unrestricted free speech. Unlike mainstream AI services, Venice is designed to operate without…
SEC doesn’t want Ethereum to transform banking landscape, says Joseph Lubin
[May 9 8:22 AM] Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin says the SEC is engaging in strategic enforcement action instead of meaningful discourse with the cryptocurrency industry.
Chainalysis sets up regional HQ in Dubai amid local crypto boom
[May 8 7:25 AM] Chainalysis relocates regional headquarters to Dubai reflecting the UAE’s progressive stance toward blockchain technology.
Democratizing Investment – The Power of Asset Tokenization in Real-World Assets
[May 4 2:26 AM] In the traditional financial landscape, investment opportunities in real-world assets (RWAs) have traditionally been reserved for the affluent and well-connected, with significant barriers preventing the average person from accessing lucrative…
Crypto Firms’ Compliance With Regulation Should Not Be at the Expense of Innovation — Zak Taher
[Dec 2, 2023 7:00 AM] Zak Taher, the CEO of Multibank.io, said he believes the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the most attractive investment destination for overseas digital asset companies due to its effective governance and the leadership of its individuals. The UAE’s…
Madeiran President Announces Launch of Bitcoin Business Hub To Foster Innovation
[Oct 13, 2023 3:02 AM] Today on day two of Bitcoin Amsterdam 2023, the President of Madeira Miguel Albuquerque, alongside Prince Filip of Serbia in a fireside chat, announced the creation of a Bitcoin business hub in the region to foster innovation. "Last…