DeFi Archives - Page 11 of 31

Brad Garlinghouse addressing cryptocurrency issues at a public event

Ripple CEO Faces Criticism Amid Trump Meeting Rumors as XRP Surges

November 17, 2024 Dan K

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse faces backlash amid Trump meeting rumors. XRP jumped 17%, driven by optimism for a crypto-friendly U.S. regulatory shift.

A view of Greenidge Generation’s Dresden, NY facility amidst environmental and legal debates.

NY Supreme Court Allows Greenidge to Keep Mining Amid Challenges

November 16, 2024 Dan K

NY Supreme Court allows Greenidge to continue Bitcoin mining in NY but remands permit denial for reconsideration under climate law provisions.

Blockchain

Upbit License Renewal Delayed Amid 500k Suspected KYC Violations

November 15, 2024 Dan K

South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit finds 500,000+ suspected KYC violations on Upbit, delaying the crypto exchange’s business license renewal.

Illustration of crypto compliance with EU regulatory guidelines focusing on restrictive measures.

EU Regulator Issues Guidelines for Crypto Providers to Ensure Compliance with Restrictive Measures

November 15, 2024 Dan K

EBA sets guidelines for crypto providers to ensure compliance with EU restrictive measures, addressing risks and enhancing financial system integrity.

Hong Kong skyline with digital blockchain graphics representing tokenization and stablecoins.

UK to Unveil Stablecoin and Staking Regulations in December

November 14, 2024 Dan K

The UK will introduce stablecoin and staking regulations in December, aiming to balance innovation with financial integrity in the crypto sector.

Representatives of U.S. crypto firms showing support for blockchain regulatory clarity in Washington

Cardano Foundation Held $478M in Assets in 2023, Majority in ADA Tokens

November 13, 2024 Dan K

Cardano Foundation held $478M in assets in 2023, with 82.5% in ADA, 10.1% in Bitcoin, and the rest in USD, funding education, adoption, and resilience.

Illustration of macOS security breach by North Korean malware

North Korean Malware Evades Apple Notarization to Target macOS Users

November 12, 2024 Dan K

North Korean malware evades Apple notarization to target macOS users, marking the first use of this technology on Apple’s OS, say Jamf Threat Labs.

A Hive Digital Bitcoin mining facility under construction in Paraguay.

Hive Digital Expands Bitcoin Mining with New ASICs and Paraguay Facility Construction

November 12, 2024 Dan K

Hive Digital acquires 6,500 ASICs, enhancing its Bitcoin mining capacity and efficiency as it begins constructing a new facility in Paraguay.

Altcoins

Dogecoin Flips XRP as Elon Musk Sparks Market Surge

November 10, 2024 Dan K

Dogecoin overtakes XRP, becoming the seventh-largest cryptocurrency as Elon Musk’s interest in “DOGE” fuels a 14% price increase in 24 hours.

Mixed reactions in crypto community over Wall Street lawyer Richard Farley as possible SEC chair

Crypto Community Divided Over Wall Street Lawyer’s Potential as Next SEC Chair

November 10, 2024 Dan K

Crypto community divided as Wall Street lawyer Richard Farley emerges as possible SEC chair under Trump, sparking debate over potential regulatory impacts.