Blockchain - Crypto News And Market Updates

Trump’s WLFI Whitelists 100k Investors, Adds Paxos Co-founder Rich Teo

October 14, 2024 Gonzalo

World Liberty Financial whitelists 100k investors ahead of the WLFI token presale and announces Rich Teo, Paxos co-founder, as stablecoin lead.

OSCE Hosts Workshop on Crypto Regulation in Eastern Europe

October 12, 2024 Gonzalo

OSCE’s Vienna workshop equips Ukraine, Moldova, and Armenia with tools to enhance crypto regulation and tackle financial risks from digital assets.

Illustration depicting American Bitcoin mining industry amid political discourse and U.S. policy narratives.

Fairdesk Crypto Exchange to Shut Down, Cites Market Conditions

October 12, 2024 Gonzalo

Fairdesk will close on Nov. 30, ceasing trading on Oct. 17. Users urged to withdraw funds as the crypto exchange faces market and regulatory challenges.

Changpeng Zhao illustration with Bitcoin and Binance imagery, representing leadership and influence in the global crypto exchange industry.

CZ to Make First Public Appearance Since Binance Exit at Blockchain Week in Dubai

October 11, 2024 Gonzalo

Former Binance CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao will make his first public appearance at Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai after stepping down amid legal challenges.

Bitcoin accumulation illustration during a market downturn, representing Strategy’s long-term Bitcoin buying during crypto winter.

London-Based Trader Denies Charges of Operating Illegal Crypto ATMs

October 11, 2024 Gonzalo

A London-based trader pleads not guilty to charges of operating illegal crypto ATMs and laundering £300,000, as FCA cracks down on unregistered machines.

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SEC Charges Crypto Market Maker Cumberland for Operating as Unregistered Dealer

October 11, 2024 Gonzalo

The SEC charged Cumberland for acting as an unregistered dealer in crypto transactions exceeding $2 billion, involving assets like POL, SOL, and FIL since 2018.

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Argentina Surpasses Brazil as Latin America’s Leading Crypto Market by User Inflows

October 10, 2024 Gonzalo

Argentina surpasses Brazil as Latin America’s top crypto market, driven by $91 billion in inflows and stablecoin adoption amid surging inflation.

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FSC to Launch Investigation into South Korea’s Largest Crypto Exchange Upbit

October 10, 2024 Gonzalo

South Korea’s FSC is probing Upbit for market dominance and ties with K Bank, amid concerns of risks tied to the crypto exchange’s large market share.

Universal Privacy Alliance Names Amelia Andersdotter as Interim Director

October 10, 2024 Gonzalo

Amelia Andersdotter is appointed interim director of UPA, focused on advancing privacy technologies and protecting personal data in the Web3 space.

Illustration depicting the launch of a spot XRP ETF and growing institutional interest in XRP.

Canary Capital Files for Spot XRP ETF, Days After Bitwise Bid With SEC

October 9, 2024 Gonzalo

Canary Capital has filed for a spot XRP ETF, offering investors exposure to XRP via traditional brokerage accounts following Bitwise’s submission.