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The New Integration of Memecoins on Fantom

With the emergence of memecoins, the cryptocurrency environment is undergoing a major revolution, and one well-known blockchain platform leading this change is Fantom. A new chapter in the history of digital currencies has begun with Andre Cronje, a primary Fantom developer, announcing plans to include memecoins into the ecosystem. The Rise of Memecoins A subgroup […]

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Binance Executive Detained in Nigeria

The leading cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Binance, is currently mired in a legal dispute in Nigeria. Tigran Gambaryan, the exchange’s executive, was imprisoned for five weeks before being charged with money laundering. In support of Gambaryan, Binance has issued an official statement claiming that he has no decision-making authority within the organisation. The circumstances […]

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US Authorities Relocate $2 Billion in Bitcoin Seized from Silk Road

Blockchain data from April 2 highlighted a transfer of over $2 billion in Bitcoin (BTC), revealing that a US Justice Department-affiliated wallet first made a modest test transaction before transferring a substantial sum of 30,174 BTC. The money that was moved represents part of the Bitcoin that was seized from James Zhong, who was found […]

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Tether Achieves Major Security Milestone with SOC 2 Type 1 Audit

The well-known stablecoin issuer Tether has reached a significant milestone in its dedication to security and dependability by successfully completing the System Organisation Control (SOC) 2 Audit Type 1. The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) audit provides evidence of Tether’s robust IT control procedures and commitment to system security. Tether is reaffirming its […]

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Munchables NFT Game Recovers $62 Million After Exploit

Operating on the recently built Ethereum Layer 2 network Blast, the NFT game Munchables was vulnerable to a $62 million breach. The Munchables crew responded quickly to reassure the community that all money was safe. By providing the keys to all of the Munchables funds, a project developer helped to facilitate the recovery of the […]

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US Treasury Expands Sanctions on Russian Financial Institutions

Expanding its penalties, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is now targeting individuals and organisations operating in Russia’s banking and technology industries. Thirteen organisations and two people are implicated in this action, all associated with virtual assets that can evade US sanctions. Interestingly, five of these organisations have relationships with people previously […]

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Nigeria’s Tax Evasion Charges Against Binance

Binance has been the target of a criminal investigation by the federal government for potential tax evasion. The action, filed on March 25 at the federal high court in Abuja by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), attempts to uphold fiscal discipline and safeguard the nation’s economic integrity. Binance is accused of not meeting specific […]

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Brazil’s Blockchain Evolution: Bug Proofs on OP Sepolia Testnet

Globally, blockchain technology is still advancing rapidly, with Brazil emerging as a prominent participant in this changing field. The creators of Optimism, an Ethereum Layer-2 scaling solution, OP Labs, just made a significant statement. Before its deployment on the OP Mainnet, the team made bug proofs available on the OP Sepolia testnet. This achievement represents […]

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Fidelity’s Staking-Enhanced Ethereum ETF: A Game Changer?

Fidelity has submitted a proposal to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asking for permission to incorporate staking rewards into its Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in a daring attempt to completely transform the cryptocurrency investment landscape. By attempting to enter the growing Ethereum staking industry, this novel strategy can provide investors with higher returns […]

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Hoskinson Clears Up Cardano FUD

Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano, has stepped forward to address concerns in light of the developing culture of Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) inside the Cardano community. This action is primarily related to the April 2021 announcement of Cardano and World Mobile’s collaboration. Hoskinson’s involvement tries to dispel myths and restate the goals of […]

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Crypto Mixer Sentenced for $400M Laundering Scheme

Roman Sterlingov, the creator of Bitcoin Fog, was found guilty in a historic case by a federal court in Washington for his part in helping to launder more than $400 million. The money, mostly from darknet markets, was hidden by the Bitcoin mixing service and, therefore, practically untraceable. This verdict serves as a reminder of […]

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Thailand’s SEC Greenlights Crypto ETFs

A judgement by the Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to significantly alter the cryptocurrency market. The SEC has made the audacious decision to allow high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors to trade bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This significant regulatory shift represents Thailand’s forward-thinking strategy to incorporate cryptocurrencies into its financial ecosystem. It creates […]

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