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

Cumulative Traffic to Crypto Exchanges Rises by 8% in October Amid Pro-Crypto Election Boost

November 10, 2024 Dan K

Crypto exchanges saw an 8% traffic increase in October, driven by pro-crypto election outcomes, fueling a market rally and rising retail interest.

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Canadian Police Commend Tether for Rapid Recovery of Stolen Funds

November 9, 2024 Dan K

Ontario Police thank Tether for its swift response in recovering stolen stablecoins, highlighting the crypto firm’s role in combating cybercrime.

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FTX Seeks to Reclaim $11M Held by Crypto.com Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings

November 9, 2024 Dan K

FTX’s Alameda Research seeks $11M from Crypto.com, alleging withheld assets amid bankruptcy as it prepares to repay users in new recovery efforts.

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Tether Ventures into Oil Trading with $45M Transaction, Transporting 670,000 Barrels of Crude

November 8, 2024 Dan K

Tether’s $45M oil deal signals its entry into commodity trading, pioneering blockchain-based finance and offering new options in global trade markets.

A smartphone displaying a digital wallet app with Hong Kong in the background, symbolizing decentralized KYC for Chinese visitors.

Flare and Red Date Launch KYC Solution for Chinese Nationals Visiting Hong Kong

November 8, 2024 Dan K

Flare and Red Date launch decentralized KYC for Chinese visitors to Hong Kong, offering privacy-focused financial services on public blockchain networks.

SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda, a likely candidate for the role of SEC Chair, advocates for collaborative cryptocurrency regulation

Mark Uyeda Emerges as Strong Candidate for Next SEC Chair Amid Trump Presidency

November 7, 2024 Dan K

Mark Uyeda, an SEC commissioner, emerges as a top candidate for the next SEC chair, advocating for less enforcement-driven crypto regulation.

WLFI and Re7 launch USD1 stablecoin vault on Euler and Lista, expanding DeFi footprint

Crypto Sentiment Gauge Reveals ‘Extreme Greed’ Following BTC’s Record $76K Surge

November 7, 2024 Dan K

Bitcoin’s $76K rally and Trump’s win push Crypto Fear & Greed Index to “Extreme Greed,” signaling potential corrections amid heightened optimism.

Coinbase’s engineering hub supports blockchain development in Asia-Pacific

Coinbase Opens Singapore Engineering Hub to Boost Local Crypto Development

November 6, 2024 Dan K

Coinbase debuts a new engineering hub in Singapore to foster local crypto innovation and expand its presence across the Asia-Pacific region.

Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission building, symbolizing regulation of FTX Europe

Cyprus Regulator Extends FTX Suspension Until May 2025

November 6, 2024 Dan K

yprus Securities and Exchange Commission extends FTX Europe’s suspension to May 2025, allowing withdrawals but prohibiting new trades and client onboarding.

Paul Atkins speaking about SEC plans to expand private equity access for retail investors

Binance and CEO CZ Seek Dismissal of SEC’s Amended Complaint in Crypto Asset Case

November 5, 2024 Dan K

Binance and former CEO CZ argue that SEC’s amended claims “fail as a matter of law” as secondary crypto market sales do not equate to securities transactions.