Dash Launches Evolution Platform, Ushering in a New Era of Decentralized Applications
Dash has officially launched its Evolution platform, marking the biggest release in the cryptocurrency’s history. The Evolution chain is now live, producing blocks, executing data contracts, and sending files to decentralized storage. This platform, which began as a vision for blockchain-level usernames and contact lists in 2015, has evolved into a comprehensive decentralized application platform. […]
Jailed Binance Employee Tigran Gambaryan Denied Wheelchair, Forced to Use Crutches
Jailed Binance employee, Tigran Gambaryan, was denied the use of a wheelchair while entering court and had to use crutches, causing visible pain and distress. His lawyers filed a new bail application citing medical grounds and blocked access to him. The prosecution opposed the application, claiming Tigran was not ill despite medical records recommending urgent […]
TON Blockchain Reaches 1 Billion Transactions
The TON blockchain recently announced it has reached a milestone, registering a billion completed transactions on its network. Through its social media channels, the TON network team explained that half of this volume had occurred during the last three months. The project has benefited from the activity generated by projects such as Notcoin and Dogs […]
Holy Bitcoin: Paraguayan Power Company Detects Illegal Crypto Mining Operation in a Church
The National Power Administration of Paraguay (ANDE) recently detected an illegal bitcoin mining operation in an evangelical church. The church, which shared a power line with a nearby store, had established a connection before its power meter that was hidden within the same building. ANDE officers intervened and removed this illegal connection, estimating that it […]
Okx Approved to Provide Cross-Border Payment Services in Singapore
Global crypto exchange Okx has secured a license from Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), allowing it to offer digital payment token services. Gracie Lin, the newly appointed CEO of Okx’s Singapore entity (Okx SG), highlighted the significance of this license and Singapore’s role in the company’s growth strategy. Okx SG aims […]
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Proposes Retaking the ‘Crypto Path’
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro discussed the possible future of the national cryptocurrency system following the so-called PDVSA-Crypto scheme, which resulted in the loss of $20 billion in unaccounted oil sales paid in crypto. Maduro stated that the country needed to retake the crypto path but gave no indications regarding the revival of the national cryptocurrency […]
USDE Drops to 5th Place Among Stablecoins as FDUSD Jumps Ahead
Current stablecoin metrics show that USDE, the popular yield-bearing stablecoin, has slipped to fifth place among the top U.S. dollar-pegged tokens by market capitalization. Over the past three days, Ethena’s USDE supply has decreased by 130 million, pushing First Digital’s FDUSD into the fourth largest spot. Stablecoin Shakeup: USDE Slips to 5th, FDUSD Rises to […]
SBI VC Trade and Metaplanet Team Up for Advanced Bitcoin Trading Solutions
Metaplanet and SBI VC Trade have formed a strategic partnership to enhance bitcoin trading, storage, and management. This alliance aligns with Metaplanet’s “bitcoin first, bitcoin only” strategy, emphasizing BTC’s scarcity and decentralized nature. The partnership provides Metaplanet access to SBI VC Trade’s tax-efficient corporate custody services and the ability to use bitcoin as collateral, supporting […]
Coinbase Legal Chief Criticizes SEC’s Vague Position on FTX Plan — Says Investors Deserve ‘Way Better’
Coinbase’s chief legal officer has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its ambiguous position regarding FTX’s proposal to repay creditors using stablecoins or other cryptocurrencies. Although the SEC did not explicitly deem these transactions illegal, it retained the right to contest them, leading to frustration within the crypto community. This uncertainty has […]
Qatar Unveils 2024 Digital Assets Framework
Qatar has launched a new framework to regulate digital assets, aiming to create a secure and transparent ecosystem. The framework is expected to attract domestic and international players and support the development of a thriving financial services sector in Qatar. Building Foundation for Digital Assets Qatar has launched a comprehensive framework for creating and regulating […]
