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November 12, 2024

Bitbank Ventures: Japan’s Crypto Giant Expands Horizons


Bitbank Ventures, a worldwide investment arm of the Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Bitbank, is dedicated to locally and internationally promoting blockchain and cryptocurrency initiatives. By using its vast expertise in the cryptocurrency industry, Bitbank hopes to advance cutting-edge technology and assist creative ventures that combine digital assets, blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI). This action demonstrates Bitbank’s […]

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Ripple’s Leadership in Digital Finance: CEO Brad Garlinghouse Acknowledged in WEF Report


With the recent World Economic Forum (WEF) report recognising its CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple, a pioneer in blockchain technology and digital money, has reached a new milestone. With this recognition, Garlinghouse joins a select group of world leaders influencing the direction of digital assets and legal systems. His appointment to the Steering Committee demonstrates both […]

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November 11, 2024

ENS Pioneers Next Chapter with ‘Namechain’


One of Ethereum’s most essential identification layers, the Ethereum Name Service (ENS), is growing its influence by creating its own Layer-2 blockchain, dubbed “Namechain.” Namechain is scheduled to launch at the end of 2025 and will employ zero-knowledge (ZK) rollup technology to boost the ENS ecosystem’s scalability and cost-effectiveness. The initiative’s team, ENS Labs, wants […]

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November 6, 2024

Green Bitcoin: Deutsche Telekom and Bankhaus Metzler Pilot Renewable Mining


Bankhaus Metzler and MMS, a subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom, are testing a Bitcoin mining operation that uses excess renewable energy. The goal of this pilot project is to use the extra electricity produced by renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, which are frequently left unused because of grid constraints and a lack of […]

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Unpacking Ripple’s Record XRP Release: Implications and Market Reactions


On November 1, 2024, Ripple, a significant participant in the cryptocurrency space, made an unprecedented financial move by releasing 470 million XRP coins. This calculated action is Ripple’s most important release in seven years and has caused a big stir among its stakeholders and the cryptocurrency market. During increased regulatory scrutiny and market uncertainty, such […]

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October 30, 2024

Metaplanet’s Strategic Bitcoin Accumulation


Metaplanet has added another $10 million to its Bitcoin portfolio in a calculated move that further reinforces its position as a critical participant in the cryptocurrency industry. With this most recent acquisition, Metaplanet has over 1,000 Bitcoin under control, a significant turning point in the company’s investing history. It demonstrates its dedication to incorporating Bitcoin […]

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HKEX Debuts Digital Asset Index Amid Regulatory Expansion in Hong Kong


In a step towards incorporating cryptocurrency benchmarks into its trading environment, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) recently introduced a groundbreaking digital asset index series. To increase the number of licenses for digital asset exchanges, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is simultaneously strengthening regulatory frameworks with this program. This series seeks to […]

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October 16, 2024

BlackRock’s Bold Bet: Positioning Bitcoin Alongside Gold


In BlackRock’s shift in the financial industry, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has stated that the investment behemoth now views Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class comparable to gold. This vital disclosure, made during an earnings call, demonstrated BlackRock’s increased attention to bitcoin investments and marked a revolutionary turn towards institutional adopBlackRock’sital currencies. As a significant […]

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October 15, 2024

Uniswap: Unveiling Unichain, A Revolutionary Layer 2 Solution


Uniswap Labs has announced the debut of Unichain, a Layer 2 blockchain built on Ethereum, marking a significant advancement in the DeFi industry. Through the resolution of critical issues, including excessive transaction fees and ineffective liquidity management, this new platform is poised to revolutionise the Ethereum environment. Unichain promises a significant increase in transaction speed […]

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October 10, 2024

Hong Kong Boosts Crypto Compliance with New Exchange Licences


By the end of the year, Hong Kong hopes to further establish itself as a leading global financial technology hub by granting more licenses to cryptocurrency exchanges. This project, led by the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), intends to improve the security and compliance of digital assets by strengthening the regulatory framework that oversees them. […]

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October 8, 2024

ANZ’s Leap into Project Guardian: Pioneering Tokenisation in Australia


Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) reached an important milestone by being the first Australian bank to participate in Singapore’s Project Guardian. This partnership is conducted under Singapore’s progressive regulatory environment, managed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). With its engagement, ANZ hopes to establish a precedent in the banking industry in both […]

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September 25, 2024

TrueCoin & TrustToken SEC Settlement: Implications and Overview


The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), TrueCoin, and TrustToken have reached a settlement on claims of fraudulent and unregistered sales of investment contracts connected to the TrueUSD stablecoin. This is a significant regulatory step. This action demonstrates the SEC’s continued dedication to upholding stringent regulations in the quickly developing cryptocurrency sector, emphasising the […]

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