Low Investment Threshold, Greater Financial Control Lure Aussies to Crypto, Study Finds
The report indicates that Australia has a higher cryptocurrency adoption rate with one in every five current or past crypto holders. Key factors driving adoption include the relatively low investment threshold, greater financial control, and a perception of increased equality. However, barriers such as lack of knowledge and understanding hinder adoption. Aussies Embrace Alternative Investments […]
Riot Pushes for Overhaul at Bitfarms Ahead of Key Shareholder Meeting
Riot Platforms Inc., the largest shareholder of bitcoin mining firm Bitfarms Ltd. with a 19.9% stake, issued an open letter calling for significant changes to Bitfarms’ governance ahead of the Oct. 29 special meeting. Riot criticized recent board changes as insufficient, emphasizing the need for independent directors to enhance shareholder value. The letter highlights concerns […]
South Korea Investigates Telegram Over Deepfake Crime Allegations
South Korean police are investigating Telegram for allegedly facilitating deepfake sex crimes. They plan to work with French investigators following the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France for similar investigations. “Telegram does not readily provide investigation data, such as account information, to us or other state investigative bodies, including those in the U.S.,” […]
Japan’s Financial Services Agency Includes Crypto in 2025 Tax Proposal
The Financial Services Agency has released its tax reform requests for fiscal year 2025, highlighting the need to consider the tax treatment of virtual currency transactions as financial assets. This marks the first time virtual currencies are mentioned in such requests. Industry groups have long called for changes to the tax system for virtual currencies, […]
Scottish Court Sets Precedent With Crypto-to-Cash Confiscation
Prosecutors in Scotland have made legal history by converting cryptocurrency into cash under proceeds of crime legislation. John Ross Rennie, 29, has been ordered to hand over £109,601 after his BTC holdings were linked to criminal activity. The case initially proposed a settlement entirely in cryptocurrency, but Judge Lady Ross sought legal clarification on whether […]
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson on Chang Hard Fork Achievements: ‘This Dwarfs Bitcoin’
Charles Hoskinson, founder of the Cardano cryptocurrency and CEO of IOHK, has shared his perspective on on the state of the Cardano ecosystem following its recent Chang update, which enhanced the blockchain to include onchain governance. Hoskinson praised Cardano, stating that it dwarfed Bitcoin, and reached “one of the greatest technical achievements in human history.” […]
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson on Chang Hard Fork Achievements: ‘This Dwarfs Bitcoin’
Charles Hoskinson, founder of the Cardano cryptocurrency and CEO of IOHK, has shared his perspective on on the state of the Cardano ecosystem following its recent Chang update, which enhanced the blockchain to include onchain governance. Hoskinson praised Cardano, stating that it dwarfed Bitcoin, and reached “one of the greatest technical achievements in human history.” […]
China and South Africa Boost BRICS Ties: Key Outcomes from Xi’s Meeting With Ramaphosa
China and South Africa committed to deepening cooperation within the BRICS framework during South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s second state visit to China, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders emphasized the importance of expanding BRICS and enhancing economic coordination to support sustainable development. China and South Africa Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening […]
Trump’s Crypto Platform Hit by Scammers Promising $15,000 Giveaways
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s family-backed cryptocurrency platform has been targeted by scammers, leading to over 70,000 users being misled with fake crypto giveaways. Scammers have posted fraudulent ads on the platform’s official Telegram channel, diverting users to a fake group promising $15,000 in cryptocurrency. Trump’s Crypto Platform Targeted by Scammers With Fake Giveaways Donald […]
Wazirx Fast-Tracks INR Withdrawals but Users Face 6-Month Crypto Trading Delay
Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has accelerated Phase 2 of INR withdrawals after a cyberattack on July 18. Initially scheduled for Sept. 9, eligible users can now withdraw up to 66% of their INR balances. However, crypto trading on the platform will not resume for another six months. Wazirx Expedites INR Withdrawals Amid Post-Hack Restructuring Efforts […]
