DeFi Archives - Page 6 Of 31

Canadian Government Warns of Crypto’s Role in Illicit Opioid Trade

January 24, 2025 Paulo

Canada raises alarms over crypto use in opioid trade, citing darknet platforms and laundering tactics. FINTRAC’s Project Guardian combats illicit financing.

Chart depicting the rise in extremist crypto donations in Europe compared to North America.

Europe Sees Fastest Growth in Extremist Crypto Donations, Chainalysis Warns

January 24, 2025 Paulo

Europe sees fastest growth in extremist crypto donations, Chainalysis warns. Funding linked to hate groups rises amid global inflows exceeding $20M.

SGraph showcasing Cardano blockchain project distribution across traceability, authenticity, and sustainability.

Cardano Foundation Research Shows ‘Fundamental Shift’ in Blockchain Use

January 23, 2025 Paulo

Cardano research finds 54.6% of projects focus on authenticity, reflecting blockchain’s growing role in verifying identity and enterprise solutions.

Futuristic illustration of interconnected blockchain networks representing Optimism’s shift toward large-scale institutional adoption

Binance Labs Rebrands to YZi Labs with CZ at the Helm

January 23, 2025 Paulo

Binance Labs rebrands to YZi Labs, led by CZ and Ella Zhang. Expanding to AI, web3, and biotech, YZi signals a new vision for transformative investments.

Cinematic illustration of a large-scale Bitcoin mining operation in the United States powered by advanced infrastructure

Niagara Regional Police to Issue Fraud Warnings on Crypto ATMs

January 22, 2025 Paulo

Niagara Police partner with crypto ATM operators to combat fraud, issuing warnings after $1.3M in losses from scams linked to crypto ATMs in 2024.

How Bitcoin Mining Saved Texas $18 Billion

January 21, 2025 Paulo

Bitcoin mining saved Texas $18B, replacing gas peaker plants with demand response programs, stabilizing the grid, and enabling renewable energy use.

Cinematic illustration of Bitcoin integrated with banking and financial infrastructure, symbolizing institutional adoption in 2026.

Thailand Unveils Plan for Phuket Crypto Sandbox Amid Regional Push

January 19, 2025 Paulo

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

Cinematic illustration of Ethereum blockchain connected to a large European financial institution building, symbolizing tokenization of a multi-billion euro fund.

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.