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Rostin Behnam, Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), will step down on January 20, coinciding with Donald Trump’s inauguration. His resignation signals potential shifts in regulatory priorities as the new administration prepares to overhaul federal oversight.
HashKey Group, a leading digital asset financial services provider in Asia, has announced that its subsidiary, HashKey Europe Limited, has been officially registered as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) by the Central Bank of Ireland.
Gemini has agreed to pay $5 million to the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to settle a dispute stemming from allegations of misleading statements about Bitcoin futures made by the platform.
FTX EU, the European division of Sam Bankman-Fried’s defunct crypto empire, has been acquired by Backpack Exchange—a company founded by former employees of Alameda Research and FTX—for $32.7 million.
Aleš Michl, the Governor of the Czech National Bank (CNB), recently shared his thoughts on Bitcoin, calling it a promising investment for the future.
ZKsync Era, one of Ethereum’s leading Layer 2 scaling solutions, is making waves in the DeFi space with its total value locked (TVL) skyrocketing past $190 million.
Abstract Chain, developed by Pudgy Penguins’ parent company, Ingloo Labs, is near its mainnet launch. Expected in January 2025, the event has sparked positive discussions among PENGU holders, driving the token’s price up.
Hayes’ essay “Sasa” explores how liquidity sources like the Reverse REPO Facility could keep the market thriving despite political instability. He also highlights Maelstrom’s growing focus on DeSci investments.
Michael Barr, who has served as Vice Chair for Supervision at the Federal Reserve, will vacate his position by February 28, 2025, or upon the confirmation of his successor.
Sonic SVM, the layer-2 gaming network on Solana, has officially announced the launch of its token on Tuesday, accompanied by an exclusive airdrop for its TikTok gaming audience. This strategic step aims to onboard Web2 users into the Web3 ecosystem.
In a Hong Kong scandal, fraudsters utilized deepfake technology to pose as rich women, targeting vulnerable investors with fabricated identities. Their schemes highlight the growing risks in the crypto world.
Think it’s safe to talk about your crypto connections? A moderator’s near-abduction shows why keeping quiet could protect your assets—and yourself.
Polymarket users anticipate Trudeau’s resignation by week’s end, but media opinions clash. Some outlets see it as imminent, while Reuters highlights ongoing indecision. Could Canada see a political shake-up soon?
The global cryptocurrency investment market reached unprecedented levels in 2024. According to a report from CoinShares, a leading European asset manager, inflows into digital asset investment products hit a record-breaking $44.2 billion.
GSR, a global powerhouse in cryptocurrency trading and liquidity services, has received regulatory approval from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
MicroStrategy has acquired 1,070 BTC at an average price of $94,004 per coin, further solidifying its status as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor announced the update on X (formerly Twitter), where he often shares the company’s Bitcoin investments.
Four digital asset companies have obtained Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) licenses in the Netherlands, enabling them to operate seamlessly across all 27 EU member states. This milestone marks a key step toward a unified regulatory framework for Europe’s crypto industry.
Vietnamese police have arrested four suspects accused of defrauding more than 200 people through a fake crypto-mining platform.
In a new X (formerly Twitter) discussion, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin says it’s time to recognize blockchain-based decentralization as an integral part of mainstream cryptography.
Bernstein Research analysts have unveiled their 2025 crypto forecast, dubbing it the beginning of the “Era of Infinity.” They anticipate a turning point where digital currencies gain widespread acceptance in the global financial framework.
Haseeb Qureshi, managing partner at Dragonfly, predicts a significant evolution in how tokens will be distributed by new projects in 2025.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse credits the “Trump Effect” with driving a surge in U.S. job opportunities and renewed business activity in the cryptocurrency sector.
Japanese venture firm Metaplanet has unveiled an ambitious goal for 2025: expanding its Bitcoin reserves to 10,000 BTC. CEO Simon Gerovich announced the plan in a recent post on X (formerly Twitter).
MARA Holdings has lent 7,377 BTC (16.4% of its Bitcoin reserves) to third-party organizations as part of a strategy to generate passive income.
The South Korean government is advancing educational and tourism projects with modern technology. One of its latest innovations is the Digital Tourism Resident Card, an NFT-based initiative set to launch on Jeju Island.
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