DeFi Archives - Page 6 Of 30

Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich speaks about the company’s Bitcoin strategy and plans for future acquisitions.

Wyoming Proposes Bill for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Ahead of Trump Inauguration

January 18, 2025 Paulo

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 Paulo

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

Blockchain

Deutsche Bank Joins Boerse Stuttgart-Owned Bison as Banking Partner

January 14, 2025 Paulo

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

Upbit Flags IOST for Caution Ahead of Layer-2 Transition

January 13, 2025 Paulo

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

Wiley Nickel discusses crypto regulation at a conference | Former Rep. Wiley Nickel speaking about crypto laws

Circle Partners with Bison Digital Assets for MiCA-Compliant Stablecoins

January 13, 2025 Paulo

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

Warning screen from the Singapore Gambling Regulatory Authority about accessing unlicensed gambling platforms.

Singapore Blocks Access to Polymarket Over Unlicensed Gambling Concerns

January 12, 2025 Paulo

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

Blender and Sinbad Operators Face US Money Laundering Charges

January 11, 2025 Paulo

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's Treasury Secretary discusses cryptocurrency legalization at a press conference.

Kenya Prepares to Legalize Cryptocurrencies

January 11, 2025 Paulo

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

Taiwan police officers display seized evidence, including safes, cash counters, and mobile phones, during a crackdown on unregistered crypto trading.

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

January 10, 2025 Paulo

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

A view of the Dubai skyline representing the approval of USDC and EURC as stablecoins under the DFSA’s crypto regime.

Mantra and Damac Ink $1B Deal to Tokenize Middle Eastern Assets

January 9, 2025 Paulo

Mantra and Damac Group sign a $1B deal to tokenize real-world assets, enhancing blockchain-driven finance in the Middle East’s dynamic market.