DeFi - Crypto News And Market Updates

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Thailand Unveils Plan for Phuket Crypto Sandbox Amid Regional Push

January 19, 2025 Gonzalo

Thailand launches a crypto sandbox in Phuket to test Bitcoin in tourism. The initiative blends innovation with strict regulatory oversight.

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Wyoming Proposes Bill for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Ahead of Trump Inauguration

January 18, 2025 Gonzalo

Wyoming proposes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill, allowing state funds to invest in Bitcoin. This marks a major step in U.S. Bitcoin adoption efforts.

U.S. SEC to Review Cryptocurrency Cases After Trump Takes Office

January 16, 2025 Gonzalo

SEC to reassess cryptocurrency enforcement as Trump administration takes office. Policy updates may reshape crypto regulations and enforcement.

Deutsche Bank Joins Boerse Stuttgart-Owned Bison as Banking Partner

January 14, 2025 Gonzalo

Deutsche Bank partners with Bison, Boerse Stuttgart’s crypto platform, ensuring secure euro balances for customers under a multi-banking strategy.

Circle Partners with Bison Digital Assets for MiCA-Compliant Stablecoins

January 13, 2025 Gonzalo

Circle and Bison Digital Assets partner to launch MiCA-compliant USDC and EURC stablecoins, offering secure, transparent, and efficient transactions in the EU.

Upbit Flags IOST for Caution Ahead of Layer-2 Transition

January 13, 2025 Gonzalo

Upbit warns investors as IOST transitions to layer-2, issuing 21B new tokens with a tokenomics overhaul, signaling potential market volatility.

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Singapore Blocks Access to Polymarket Over Unlicensed Gambling Concerns

January 12, 2025 Gonzalo

Singapore blocks Polymarket, citing the Gambling Control Act 2022, imposing fines and jail for unlicensed gambling. Tighter crypto regulation looms.

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Blender and Sinbad Operators Face US Money Laundering Charges

January 11, 2025 Gonzalo

US charges three Russians for crypto money laundering via Blender.io and Sinbad.io. Two arrested, one at large; mixers linked to ransomware and thefts.

Kenya Prepares to Legalize Cryptocurrencies

January 11, 2025 Gonzalo

Kenya plans to legalize cryptocurrencies with regulations to boost blockchain innovation, tackle money laundering, and address IMF concerns.

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Taiwanese Man Arrested for Illicit USDT Trade, First Case Under New AML Laws

January 10, 2025 Gonzalo

Taiwan’s first AML arrest: Chen sold 400K USDT illegally, profiting NT$800K. Authorities intensify crackdown on unregistered crypto traders under new laws.