The global race to define the future of money is intensifying, with over 130 countries and currency unions—accounting for 98% of the world's GDP—actively exploring CBDCs.
KikyoCoinbase experienced a system-wide outage, leaving many users unable to access funds, sparking security fears despite official assurances of safety.
AlexTether freezes over $5.2 million USDT linked to phishing, enhancing security measures across blockchain with global law enforcement collaboration.
MiyukiTrudeau seeks to raise capital gains tax, with the Canada Revenue Agency aiming to collect $40 million in unreported cryptocurrency taxes.
WeiliangPresident Biden's efforts to safeguard national security through executive action against MineOne garnered praise amidst criticism from the crypto industry over regulatory clashes. As the November elections approach, his stance on both issues will play a pivotal role in shaping his electoral prospects and broader policy trajectory.
AnaisJiashi Fund's CEO reveals that mainland Chinese investors may be able to trade Bitcoin spot ETFs within two years. U.S. media highlights that Bitcoin has moved to the forefront of the American political agenda.
AlexAlexey Pertsev, the creator of Tornado Cash, has been convicted of laundering $1.2B and sentenced to 64 months in jail, signalling potentially far-reaching consequences for developers working on open-source code projects.
CatherineMemecoins, like GME and others, ride on hype and social media buzz, skyrocketing in value but often lacking real-world use, leading to scams and massive losses for investors. While some see memecoins as a gateway to crypto, others warn of manipulation and regulatory challenges, urging for balanced regulation to protect investors.
AnaisBitcoin receives a significant positive boost as Vanguard plans to appoint former BlackRock executive Salim Ramji as its new CEO, who holds a friendly stance towards cryptocurrencies.
WeiliangChengdu police have cracked a major underground money exchange operation using USDT as a medium, involving an amount up to 13.8 billion yuan.
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