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Vitalik Buterin announced changes in the leadership of the Ethereum Foundation to strengthen technical expertise and improve communication with developers, avoiding political lobbying and ideological shifts 🔧
Vitalik Buterin announced a redistribution of roles in the leadership of the Ethereum Foundation to strengthen technical expertise and improve communication with developers. The Foundation will focus on supporting decentralized applications and promoting the principles of decentralization and privacy, avoiding political lobbying and ideological shifts. These steps were a response to the criticism caused by the Foundation's expenses and personnel decisions in 2024.
Hashgraph Association and Taurus integrate HBAR and Hedera Token Service for the secure storage and tokenization of assets by financial institutions in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East 🌍
On January 20, 2024, Hashgraph Association and Taurus announced a partnership to integrate the HBAR token and Hedera Token Service (HTS) into the Taurus platform. This will allow financial institutions to securely store, stake HBAR, and issue tokenized assets based on Hedera. The integration is aimed at expanding Hedera's usage in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, offering fast and secure solutions for banks and businesses with minimal fees and carbon footprint.
Trump appointed Mark Uyeda as the Acting Head of the SEC, replacing Gary Gensler, to review regulatory policies and support innovations in financial markets 💼
On January 20, Trump appointed Mark Uyeda as the Acting Head of the SEC, replacing Gary Gensler, whose policies caused conflicts with Wall Street and the cryptocurrency industry. Trump also plans to nominate Paul Atkins for the permanent chairmanship. Uyeda, who became an SEC commissioner in 2022, criticized Gensler's approach to regulation and enforcement, stating that the change in administration would provide an opportunity to revisit regulatory policies, focusing on supporting investments, innovations, and protecting investors from fraud.
McDonald’s now accepts payment with the meme coin TRUMP through Oobit: how the Solana-based platform expands possibilities with Visa and Mastercard for everyday purchases 🍔
McDonald's now accepts payment for food with the meme coin TRUMP, using the crypto platform Oobit. It has integrated the TRUMP token into its "tap-and-pay" feature, which works through Visa and Mastercard. The meme coin is available on major exchanges such as Binance and Coinbase, as well as in DeFi on Uniswap and PancakeSwap. After rising to $75, TRUMP fell to $35, but by market capitalization, it ranks 25th with a capitalization of $7.15 billion.
Gemini is opening a hub in Malta to comply with the new cryptocurrency market regulations in Europe, but it has not yet received a license from the Maltese regulators under the MiCA regulation 💼
In Rajasthan, "money mules" have been arrested for helping to transfer more than 1 crore rupees (around 115,546 US dollars) into Tether (USDT) for international cybercriminals 🌍
Donald Trump's memecoin loses 40 percent after the launch of Melania Trump's memecoin $MELANIA, which quickly gained $5 billion in market capitalization 💥📉
Cryptocurrency businessman Adam Iza and Los Angeles sheriff's deputy Eric Savedra have pleaded guilty to a conspiracy involving extortion, illegal searches, and violations of civil rights, including stealing over $37 million 🔍
Six Chinese citizens were arrested on Jeju Island for attacking a crypto trader and stealing 689 thousand dollars during a Tether (USDT) stablecoin exchange on January 16 💸
Coinbase accused the FDIC of concealing cryptocurrency "cease and desist letters" in the case, stating that the agency failed to provide all documents and then requested further investigation ⚖️
The World Liberty Financial project, supported by Donald Trump, bought 14,403 Ethereum for $48 million, increasing its holdings to 33,630 ETH amid the strengthening of the token against Bitcoin 💰
TikTok is blocked in the US: the Supreme Court's decision supported the ban due to national security threats, ByteDance must sell the app or face a full ban 🛑
The SEC has filed a lawsuit against Nova Labs for selling unregistered securities and misleading investors regarding the use of the Helium network by large companies ⚖️
The SEC has filed a lawsuit against Nova Labs, the creator of the Helium network, accusing the company of selling unregistered securities and misleading investors. In particular, the company stated that large corporations such as Lime and Nestlé were using the Helium network, which increased interest in the project. This lawsuit was filed in the final days of Gary Gensler's tenure, who led a tough stance on cryptocurrency, raising questions about possible changes in the SEC's approach after his resignation.
Crypto.com has received preliminary approval to obtain the MiCA license to operate in the EU, ensuring a unified regulation of the cryptocurrency market across the European Union 🚀
Crypto.com has received preliminary approval to operate in the EU under the MiCA license, which creates a unified regulation for the cryptocurrency market. This license will allow the company to operate in EU countries, ensuring transparency and trust in the crypto industry. MiCA was proposed in 2020 and came into effect in December 2024. This approval makes Crypto.com the first global exchange with such a license. MiCA regulation also raises questions about the future operations of large companies like Tether in the EU.
Michael Llewellyn has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, accusing it of stifling innovation in the cryptocurrency space and prosecuting developers for publishing blockchain project code 👨💻
Michael Llewellyn, a blockchain technology developer, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, claiming that an excessive interpretation of money transfer laws is hindering cryptocurrency innovations. He asserts that his project Pharos, which does not manage funds, is not in violation of the laws. Llewellyn also criticizes the prosecution of developers for publishing code, considering it a violation of free speech, and demands the end of the legal pursuit.
In Johor Bahru, a 61-year-old woman lost 460,888 ringgits as a result of a bitcoin investment scam through the PFOU platform, hoping for a profit of 5.5 million ringgits 💸
In Johor Bahru, a 61-year-old woman lost 460,888 ringgits after falling victim to a bitcoin investment scam. She joined the PFOU platform through an advertisement on Facebook and invested money, hoping for large returns. The UVKXE app showed her a profit of 5.5 million ringgits, but in order to withdraw funds, she was asked to pay a commission of 550,152 ringgits. Suspecting fraud, the woman did not pay and contacted the police. The investigation is ongoing.
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WazirX has frozen $3 million in USDT to recover stolen funds after the $230 million hacker attack, continuing efforts to compensate users for losses 🔒
Digital Currency Group and Michael Moro will pay a fine of $38.5 million for misleading investors about the financial situation of Genesis Global Capital after the default of Three Arrows Capital 💸
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) is facing a lawsuit for failures in due diligence when investing $95 million in FTX, accusing the fund of underestimating the management and security risks of the crypto exchange ⚖️
TikTok warned of a possible shutdown in the U.S. starting January 19 if Biden does not provide protection for Apple and Google from sanctions following the Supreme Court's decision on national security 🚫
California legislator Philip Chen, in collaboration with Proof of Workforce, is preparing a bill aimed at supporting Bitcoin and developing cryptocurrency policy for the state 🌐
California lawmaker Philip Chen, in collaboration with the organization Proof of Workforce, is preparing a bill aimed at supporting Bitcoin in the state. The initiative includes the development of a policy for the upcoming legislative session. Chen noted that, although the details of the project are not yet determined, Bitcoin, with its market value of $2 trillion, continues to grow in popularity, and it is important to explore its role in California's economy.
Donald Trump proposed the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve (SBR): the USA may begin purchasing cryptocurrency to protect against inflation and currency devaluation, despite concerns about the stability of the dollar 💰
Donald Trump proposed the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve (SBR), within which the USA would purchase Bitcoin in large volumes as a strategic reserve. Senator Cynthia Lummis suggested buying 200,000 Bitcoins annually. The goal of the SBR is to protect the economy from inflation, as the supply of Bitcoin is limited. However, there are concerns that this could undermine confidence in the dollar and cause financial instability due to Bitcoin's high volatility. Against the backdrop of the growing role of cryptocurrencies in the global economy, the SBR idea could become part of a broader shift in the world economic order.
The law firm Burwick has filed a lawsuit against the Pump.fun platform for investor losses and the spread of illegal content, including violence and racism, after a sharp 66 percent drop in revenue ⚖️
The law firm Burwick has filed a lawsuit against the memecoin platform Pump.fun on behalf of investors who lost money on the service. The platform, which earned hundreds of millions of dollars in commissions, has been criticized for spreading illegal content, including violence and racism, as well as for the anonymity of its creator. In response to the allegations, Pump.fun suspended its streaming. By the end of November, its revenues fell by 66 percent, and in December, the British regulator blocked access to the platform.
Jio Platforms plans to add Web3 features to its apps through a partnership with the Polygon blockchain, despite a 40 percent drop in the price of Polygon tokens over the last year 🔗
Jio Platforms, the largest mobile operator in India with 448 million active users, has announced its intention to integrate Web3 technologies into its applications through a partnership with the Polygon blockchain. While specific project details have not yet been disclosed, this move promises a significant contribution to the development of Web3 in India. Despite a 40 percent decline in the price of Polygon tokens over the past year, its high user activity could play a key role in the successful integration of new technologies among Jio's wide audience.