In a recent statement to the media, Keisha Lance Bottoms, who is set to become Joe Biden’s senior campaign adviser, emphasized that crypto is not a partisan issue. She highlighted that crypto has garnered bipartisan support and has captured the attention of voters throughout the United States. Bottoms noted that crypto and blockchain technologies are
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Illuvium Open Beta is on the horizon, set to be released on July 25, 2024, exclusively through the Epic Games Store for PC. This highly anticipated game has been in the works since 2020, bringing together elements from different gaming genres to create a truly unique and immersive experience. The team behind Illuvium has shown
Paradigm, a prominent firm in the blockchain ecosystem, recently raised concerns over the European Securities and Markets Authority’s (ESMA) proposed regulations under the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA). One of the key issues highlighted by Paradigm is the misinterpretation of Maximum Extractable Value (MEV) and the potential overreach of regulatory measures. ESMA categorized MEV
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is currently in the final stages of discussions with eight asset managers, including BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and Grayscale Investments, regarding the approval of spot Ethereum ETFs. This comes after these firms successfully launched spot Bitcoin ETFs in January, marking a significant milestone after years of regulatory struggles. The
Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States, has taken legal action against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The exchange filed lawsuits alleging that both regulatory bodies failed to respond to information requests related to closed crypto cases. Coinbase is seeking to compel the SEC and
Recent events have shed light on the decline in Bitcoin’s price, with major sell-offs taking place, primarily instigated by governments such as Germany and the US. The German government’s sale of 2,786 BTC, valued at $140 million, and the US government’s transfer of 3,940 BTC to the Coinbase exchange, worth $241.22 million, have significantly impacted
The ongoing case between Ripple Labs and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission is currently in its trial phase. This stage of the lawsuit is typically where a resolution is expected, but the timeline for the conclusion remains uncertain. Recent developments have unfolded as of June 27th, shedding light on the progress of the
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently made a bold move by issuing a 30-day ultimatum for crypto exchanges and digital asset traders to re-register their businesses. They have warned of enforcement actions against non-compliance, signaling a stricter stance towards the rapidly growing crypto industry. The SEC announced the initiation of the Accelerated Regulatory
The recent settlement between Abra and CEO William “Bill” Barhydt with 25 US state regulators for providing crypto trading services without proper licenses has brought attention to the importance of regulatory compliance in the cryptocurrency industry. The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) announced the terms of the settlement on June 26, highlighting the agreement
The recent distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack on the Cardano network has sparked both concern and praise from investors. The attack, aimed at disrupting operations, was effectively mitigated by the network’s mechanisms and decentralized structure. According to industry expert Jaromir Tesar, the attack demonstrated Cardano’s ability to withstand and thwart malicious activities. Most services,