In a significant development within South Korea’s burgeoning cryptocurrency landscape, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) has announced an investigation into Upbit, the country’s leading crypto trading platform. This decision, confirmed by FSC Chairman Kim Byung-hwan, comes in response to growing concerns about Upbit’s substantial influence on the overall virtual asset market. As local news reports
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Taiwan is positioning itself at the forefront of the digital asset revolution with the launch of a new pilot program spearheaded by its Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC). Announced on October 8, this initiative is poised to enable financial institutions to explore opportunities in digital asset custody services. As various sectors in the economy increasingly recognize
In a groundbreaking move, Google has officially integrated the Ethereum Name Service (ENS) into its search engine. This enhancement allows users to search for any .eth domain and view the associated Ethereum (ETH) balances directly in the search results. Announced via an October 9 post by ENS.ETH’s official account, this development signifies a pivotal shift
In a significant move that underscores the rapidly evolving landscape of cryptocurrency trading, Binance has announced plans to phase out support for certain underperforming digital assets. Effective immediately, Binance will begin converting specific delisted cryptocurrencies into USDC—one of the most widely used stablecoins—by April 28, 2025. This change impacts both individual investors and the broader
The Open Network (TON) has recently marked a noteworthy achievement in the blockchain landscape, aligning itself closely with the popular messaging app Telegram. This Layer-1 blockchain has successfully crossed the monumental threshold of 100 million unique wallet addresses that maintain non-zero balances. This notable growth signifies a remarkable transformation for TON, reflecting a stunning increase
In a significant regulatory shift, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced an exemption for cryptocurrency transactions from its 5% value-added tax (VAT). This decision, made public via an amendment to the Executive Regulation accompanying the Federal Decree Law on VAT, is poised to take effect on November 15, 2024, while also applying retroactively to
In a notable transformation of financial partnerships within the Premier League, clubs are increasingly turning away from traditional gambling sponsors towards a burgeoning market in cryptocurrency sponsorships. According to a report from Bloomberg, Premier League teams have amassed a staggering $170 million in crypto-related sponsorship deals for the 2024/25 season. This development arrives amid growing
The world of gaming is undergoing a profound transformation, largely driven by the advent of blockchain technology and its underlying framework, Web3. As we approach the end of 2024, a number of tokens are emerging as vital players within this sector, proving essential for the development of decentralized gaming ecosystems. These tokens serve various purposes,
Hong Kong is paving the way for a more inclusive and regulated cryptocurrency market as the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) prepares to issue additional licenses to crypto enterprises before the end of the year. This decision, highlighted in a report by local media outlet Hong Kong 01, follows the SFC’s recent endorsement of HKVAX,
On October 7, 2023, traders and investors were taken by surprise as Bitget’s BGB token plummeted by an astonishing 50% within a matter of hours. The cryptocurrency, which had been valued at $1.14, dipped down to $0.64 before undergoing a rapid recovery. This sudden dip in price has reignited discussions around the inherent volatility of