DeFi Archives - Page 30 of 31

Exterior of Taiwan Central Bank building in Taipei.

Taiwan Central Bank Says No Rush for CBDC Launch

July 7, 2024 Dan K

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

Proof of Play CEO Amitt Mahajan speaking about blockchain technology at a tech conference

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

July 7, 2024 Dan K

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

A visual representation of a Bitcoin whale transfer in the cryptocurrency market

Sleeping Bitcoin Whale Wakes Up with $6.9M Transfer

July 4, 2024 Dan K

A dormant Bitcoin whale awakens, transferring $6.9M after 12 years of inactivity. This move adds intrigue to the market amid a crypto downturn.

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Bitget Sees India as High-Priority Market, Mulls Expansion

July 3, 2024 Dan K

Bitget considers India a high-priority market and is engaging with local regulators for licensing, aiming to serve India’s rapidly growing crypto user base.

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Coinbase Will Custody Digital Assets for US Marshals Service

July 1, 2024 Dan K

Coinbase to provide custody and advanced trading services for large-cap digital assets for the US Marshals Service. Learn more about the collaboration.

Jeremy Allaire speaking at a conference, announcing Circle's MiCA license acquisition.

Circle Wins Europe’s First Stablecoin License via MiCA

July 1, 2024 Dan K

Circle secures Europe’s first MiCA stablecoin license, authorizing USDC and EURC services. Will this challenge Tether’s dominance in the stablecoin market?

David Garai, former CEO of Nostra, resigns following the launch of the NSTR token.

Nostra CEO Steps Down Days After NSTR Token Launch

June 28, 2024 Dan K

Nostra CEO David Garai resigns just days after the launch of the NSTR token, with Head of Product Richard Thomas-Pryce taking over the leadership role.

Jesse Powell, Kraken Co-Founder, announces $1M donation to Donald Trump.

Kraken Co-Founder Jesse Powell Donates $1M, Mostly in Ether, to Donald Trump

June 28, 2024 Dan K

Kraken’s Jesse Powell donates $1M to Donald Trump, supporting the only pro-crypto candidate in the 2024 election. Most of the donation is in Ether.

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Coinbase Sues SEC and FDIC Over Freedom of Information Requests

June 27, 2024 Dan K

Coinbase sues the SEC and FDIC for denying Freedom of Information requests, aiming to gain clarity on crypto policies and regulatory enforcement actions.

Courtroom scene with judge and defendant

Auto DraftMan Jailed 2 Years for Identity Fraud in Crypto Exchange Sign-UpsAuto Draft

June 24, 2024 Dan K

An Australian man was sentenced to two years in prison for using fake documents to create cryptocurrency accounts and commit identity fraud.