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The World Liberty Financial project, supported by Donald Trump, purchased over $10 million in ETH and Ethereum tokens, increasing the total volume of ETH to 14,571, amounting to more than $56 million 💰
The World Liberty Financial project, supported by Donald Trump, bought over $10 million in ETH and other Ethereum tokens. The purchase was made through the World Liberty multisig wallet on December 12. According to Lookonchain, 2,631 ETH, 41,335 LINK, and 3,357 AAVE were acquired for 12 million USDC. The total volume of ETH owned by the project is now about 14,571, equivalent to over $56 million at the current exchange rate.
Ubisoft and Arbitrum Foundation announced the launch of the Web3 shooter *Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.* on December 18 with NFT integration and characters from *Far Cry*, *Assassin’s Creed*, and others 🕹️
Ubisoft and the Arbitrum Foundation announced the launch of the Web3 shooter *Captain Laserhawk: The G.A.M.E.* on December 18. The game, based on the Ubisoft universe, features characters from franchises like *Far Cry: Blood Dragon*, *Rayman*, *Assassin’s Creed*, and others. It combines classic gameplay with Web3 and blockchain elements. Before the launch, on December 11, NFT minting will begin, providing players with unique collectible items and the chance to participate in voting.
FTX returned more than $14 million in political donations, including $6 million from the House Majority PAC and $3 million from the Senate Majority PAC, as well as funds from branches of the U.S. Democratic Party 💸
FTX returned more than $14 million in political donations. The funds were returned from the House Majority PAC ($6 million), the Senate Majority PAC ($3 million), and the Democratic Party branches in several U.S. states. These actions are related to an investigation into the use of FTX client funds for political contributions under the direction of the company's former head, Sam Bankman-Fried. Bankman-Fried himself was sentenced to 25 years in prison on charges of fraud and money laundering. Former top executives of the company were also convicted in the FTX case.
El Salvador and Argentina have signed a cooperation agreement on cryptocurrency regulation aimed at developing digital assets and innovations in Latin America 🌍
El Salvador and Argentina have signed an agreement on cryptocurrency cooperation. Regulators from both countries will exchange experiences to foster the development of the crypto industry in Latin America. This partnership will help El Salvador expand its influence through strategic partnerships. The agreement aims to create conditions for innovation in crypto regulation and improve regional cooperation.
Tether announced the recognition of USD₮ as an accepted virtual asset in Abu Dhabi, opening new opportunities for digital finance in the UAE and reinforcing the region's leadership in the crypto industry 🚀
Coinbase's Diamond project integrates the Chainlink standard to enhance the security and compatibility of tokenized assets for institutional users in Abu Dhabi 🔗
Crypto.com has partnered with Deutsche Bank to provide corporate banking services in Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong, with plans for expanding the collaboration 💼
Microsoft shareholders rejected a proposal for investments in Bitcoin, despite support from billionaire Michael Saylor, stating that the existing investment strategies are sufficient 💼
Scammers use bots on Telegram to steal cryptocurrency: malware via "OfficiaISafeguardBot" steals keys from crypto wallets. The number of attacks is growing! 🚨
Binance and Circle have entered into a strategic partnership to expand the use of the USD Coin stablecoin and strengthen the position of digital assets in the global financial system 🚀
Ripple Labs received NYDFS approval to launch the RLUSD stablecoin, pegged to the US dollar, with excess backing, third-party audits, and partnerships with Uphold and Bitstamp 💵
BitGo integrates Core DAO's dual staking model for institutional investors, offering yields on Bitcoin and Core tokens with scalable rewards potential
WhiteBIT has introduced the Nova debit card with cashback of up to 10 Percent for EU residents: support for BTC, ETH, USDC, and other cryptocurrencies, no fees, and bonuses for inviting friends 💳
WhiteBIT has introduced the Nova debit card for EU residents, allowing them to spend cryptocurrency with cashback of up to 10 процент. The card supports BTC, ETH, USDC, and other cryptocurrencies, offering cashback in product, food, taxi, and subscription categories. The absence of fees for maintenance and activation, as well as the option to choose between a plastic and a digital card, makes it a convenient tool for daily expenses. Users can also receive bonuses for inviting friends. The card integrates with Apple Pay for convenient contactless payments.
First Abu Dhabi Bank and Libre Capital launch a pilot project: loans secured by RWA tokens from Brevan Howard, Hamilton Lane, and BlackRock through Ethereum, Polygon, and other blockchains 🚀
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Libre Capital have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a pilot project using real-world asset (RWA) tokens as collateral for credit lines. FAB will provide credit lines against RWA tokens from Libre, including assets from Brevan Howard, Hamilton Lane, and BlackRock. The "Project HODL" initiative aims to create infrastructure for lending against tokens via Ethereum, Polygon, and other blockchains.
DWF Labs allocates $20 million to the development of autonomous AI agents. The support includes funding, consulting, and up to $100,000 for cloud services 🤖
DWF Labs has launched a $20 million fund to support the development of autonomous AI agents in the Web3 space. Projects will be able to receive financial assistance, consulting, and up to $100,000 in cloud credits. The initiative aims to accelerate the integration of AI into decentralized networks and support innovation in industries such as finance, logistics, and management.
Nigerian Omonkhoya Precious Afure arrested for cryptocurrency scam worth over 355,000 US dollars: 225,000 US dollars recovered as part of an international investigation 💰
Nigerian Omonkhoya Precious Afure was arrested for organizing a cryptocurrency scam, which resulted in the victim losing over 355,000 US dollars. The fraud began in 2021 when the victim was deceived through Facebook and invested in the platform Legacyfxtraders.online. Joint efforts by the police of Toronto and Nigeria led to the recovery of 225,000 US dollars and the seizure of assets. Afure was charged.
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AE Coin has received final approval from the UAE Central Bank and will be available through agents for purchasing and distributing the stablecoin, ensuring stability and security in the country 📈
Sushi presented the strategy for 2025: expanding products on Solana and N1, launching new solutions, and diversifying the treasury by 70 percent into stablecoins and cryptocurrencies 💰
TON Accelerator has added Bybit as a partner for its Synergy program with $5 million grants for cross-chain projects offering liquidity and marketing solutions 🚀
Cybercriminals spread the Realst malware disguised as video calling apps, stealing data from cryptocurrency wallets, Telegram accounts, and browsers ⚠️
Bhutan transferred 406 bitcoins (BTC) worth 40 million dollars to QCP Capital, strengthening its presence in the cryptocurrency market. The country owns 12,202 bitcoins worth 1.2 billion dollars 🚀
The Royal Government of Bhutan, through Druk Holdings, transferred 406 bitcoins (approximately 40 million dollars) to QCP Capital, strengthening its position in the global cryptocurrency market. The country owns 12,202 bitcoins, equivalent to 1.2 billion dollars, highlighting Bhutan's confidence in the long-term potential of cryptocurrencies. This move also reflects a strategy of risk diversification and creating new opportunities for investment in the crypto ecosystem, in line with Bhutan's innovative approach to financial management.
Bybit connected Bybit Card to Apple Pay in Brazil: user growth of 342 percent since September 2024, support for crypto payments, and secure contactless payments through Apple devices 📱
Bybit integrated Bybit Card with Apple Pay in Brazil, allowing users to make cryptocurrency payments through Apple devices via contactless methods. Since the card's launch in September 2024, the number of users in Brazil has increased by 342 percent. The integration provides convenient payments and enhanced security with Face ID, Touch ID, and dynamic codes, while card data is encrypted and stored in the secure Secure Element chip.
Poland arrested the former CEO of the Russian cryptocurrency exchange WEX, Dmitry Vasiliev, at the request of the USA: extradition could threaten him with 20 years in prison for fraud and money laundering 💰
In Poland, former CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange WEX, Dmitry Vasiliev, was arrested on a request for his extradition to the USA. He is suspected of fraud and money laundering while managing WEX, which went bankrupt in 2018. The exchange lost about 450 million dollars. Dmitry Vasiliev was previously arrested in 2021 but was released after 40 days. In 2022, he was detained in Croatia at the request of Kazakhstan. Extradition to the USA may result in 20 years of imprisonment.
BitOasis has received a full VASP license from VARA Dubai — a key step in strengthening its position in the virtual assets market and expanding services for retail and institutional investors in the MENA region! 📈
BitOasis has received a full Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Dubai Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA), successfully meeting all necessary requirements. This step marks a significant achievement for the company and opens new opportunities for its development in the virtual assets market. The license will improve current services for retail, institutional, and qualified investors, as well as expand the product line. BitOasis will continue to collaborate with regulators to further growth and strengthen its position in the region.