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Abu Dhabi Bans Cryptocurrency Mining on Farms
Abu Dhabi authorities have declared that farms cannot be utilized for cryptocurrency mining activities. Cryptocurrency mining involves verifying transactions and…
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Woman Sentenced for Laundering Bitcoin in UK in $6.4B Chinese Fraud Case
A woman accused of converting Bitcoin into cash and property to conceal the proceeds of a £5 billion ($6.4 billion)…
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OKX Withdraws Hong Kong License Application Amid Regulatory Hurdles
OKX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, announced it has withdrawn its application to offer digital asset services in Hong…
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RTA’s Vision Meets SmartCrowd’s Readiness: Advancing Tokenization of Real-World Assets
Blockchain technology holds significant potential for disrupting established markets and expanding distribution opportunities, particularly for retail investors. However, regulatory considerations…
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Tim Draper: Why Dubai and Abu Dhabi Are Winning the Crypto Race
We had the opportunity to spend time with Tim Draper during Paris Blockchain Summit and the AIM Summit in London…
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SEC Approves Ether ETFs, Paving Way for Cryptocurrency’s Move to Mainstream
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) greenlit applications from major stock exchanges to list Ether-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This…
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Safeguarding Privacy and Innovation: The CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act Passes
House of Representatives recently passed Congressman Tom Emmer’s CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, underscoring a commitment to protecting individual liberties in…
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters Opposes CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act
In a recent House floor session, Congresswoman Maxine Waters passionately opposed H.R. 5403, the “CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act.” This proposed…
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Japan’s E-comm Giant Mercari Expands Crypto Offerings with Ethereum Trading
Starting May 21, Mercari users can now trade Ethereum (ETH) within the app, making it the second cryptocurrency supported after…
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U.S. Asset Managers Amend Spot Ether ETF Applications Ahead of SEC Decision
Three U.S.-based asset managers have amended their spot Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC),…
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