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Open Campus Launches $1M Hackathon to Drive Educational dApp Innovation

July 8, 2024 Gonzalo

Open Campus announces a $1 million hackathon to boost educational dApp development on the EDU Chain, starting July 8, 2024, with backing from Animoca Brands.

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Proof of Play CEO Expects Surge in Dedicated Blockchain Use for Gaming

July 7, 2024 Gonzalo

Proof of Play CEO Amitt Mahajan anticipates a rise in dedicated blockchain usage for gaming, envisioning a future with thousands of specialized chains.

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Taiwan Central Bank Says No Rush for CBDC Launch

July 7, 2024 Gonzalo

Taiwan Central Bank emphasizes a cautious approach to CBDC development, focusing on payment efficiency and tokenization technology, without rushing the launch.

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Solana has Impacted Africa’s Crypto Market Maturity

July 7, 2024 Gonzalo

Solana’s vibrant community and initiatives are driving Africa’s crypto market maturity, highlighting the resilience and growth of the industry.

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Bankman-Fried Family Involved in $100M Political Donation Scandal

July 6, 2024 Gonzalo

New allegations reveal the involvement of Sam Bankman-Fried’s family in a $100 million political donation scandal following the collapse of FTX.

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Crypto Scammers Stole Nearly $60M from 20 Victims in H1 2024

July 5, 2024 Gonzalo

Crypto scammers stole nearly $60M from 20 victims in H1 2024, contributing to a total of $314M in phishing-related losses, reports Scam Sniffer.

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German Lawmaker Calls Government’s Recent Mass Bitcoin Sell-Off “Not Sensible”

July 5, 2024 Gonzalo

Joana Cotar criticizes Germany’s mass Bitcoin sell-off, urging the government to hold BTC as a strategic reserve and develop a comprehensive Bitcoin strategy.

EBA to Extend EU Travel Rule to Crypto Exchanges Starting December

July 5, 2024 Gonzalo

The European Banking Authority expands the EU Travel Rule to include crypto exchanges, enhancing AML measures. Compliance begins December 30.

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Global Banking Regulators Approve Framework for Banks to Disclose Crypto Exposure

July 4, 2024 Gonzalo

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has approved a framework for banks to disclose their crypto exposure starting 2026, enhancing market discipline.

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New Zealand Cracks Down on Crypto Investors Avoiding Tax Disclosures

July 4, 2024 Gonzalo

New Zealand’s tax authority targets crypto traders avoiding tax disclosures. The IRD has identified 227,000 users involved in NZ $7.8b transactions.