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Digital Asset Inflows in 2023 Reach $27 Billion, Nearly Tripling 2021 Record

October 28, 2024 Gonzalo

Digital asset inflows in 2023 have soared to $27 billion, nearly three times the 2021 record. U.S. leads the charge, with Bitcoin ETFs seeing massive inflows.

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BIS-Led Project ‘Mandala’ Automates Compliant Cross-Border Transactions

October 28, 2024 Gonzalo

The BIS-led Mandala project tests automation for cross-border compliance, enabling faster and secure international transactions with digital assets.

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Crypto PACs Ramp Up Support for Ted Cruz’s Senate Bid, Eyes on Texas

October 27, 2024 Gonzalo

Crypto PACs are backing Ted Cruz in Texas’ Senate race against Colin Allred, with Bitcoin Voter PAC spending $30,000 on digital ads supporting Cruz.

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U.S. Prosecutors Contemplate Plea Deal for Alleged SEC X Account Hacker

October 26, 2024 Gonzalo

Federal prosecutors may offer a plea deal to Eric Council Jr., the suspect in the SEC X account hack that triggered major fluctuations in Bitcoin prices.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino on USDT’s Dominance: Why Emerging Markets Are Key to Success

October 26, 2024 Gonzalo

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino reveals why USDT remains dominant by focusing on emerging markets and sustainable profits despite growing stablecoin competition.

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Thailand’s Crypto Market Evolves Toward Institutional Investments

October 25, 2024 Gonzalo

Thailand’s crypto landscape transitions from retail to institutional focus, with regulatory support paving the way for a mature digital assets market.

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Millions Left in Limbo as Korean Crypto Exchanges Shut Down Amid Regulations

October 24, 2024 Gonzalo

Over 34,000 crypto users in South Korea face uncertainty as exchanges shut down, leaving $13M in unclaimed assets due to regulatory changes.

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Nigerian Court Grants Freedom to Detained Binance Exec on Health Grounds

October 23, 2024 Gonzalo

Nigerian court frees Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan due to health concerns, closing his six-month detention for financial crime allegations.

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Japan Slow to Approve Crypto ETFs, Maintains Strict Taxes and Regulations

October 23, 2024 Gonzalo

Japan’s cautious approach to crypto ETFs, fueled by strict tax policies, contrasts with global trends, slowing wider digital asset adoption.

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Samsung Integrates Blockchain for Enhanced Security in AI Home Devices

October 21, 2024 Gonzalo

Samsung integrates blockchain technology in AI home devices, enhancing security with Trust Chain and Cross Platform systems across appliances.