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🇨🇭 Swiss Lawmakers to Study Bitcoin for Power Grid Upgrade
Switzerland Lawmakers in the Canton of Bern are studying Bitcoin mining's potential to stabilize the energy grid and utilize surplus energy.
🚨 ZachXBT Accuses Former Professional Fortnite Player of Involvement in $3.5M Memecoin Scam
ZachXBT has accused an Australian former professional Fortnite player, known as Serpent, of orchestrating memecoin scams that stole $3.5M.
💰 Hong Kong Monetary Authority Offers Subsidies for Tokenized Bond Issuance
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has introduced a subsidy program aimed at encouraging the issuance of tokenized bonds.
🇩🇪 Germany Lags in Blockchain Adoption: 72% of Companies Not Interested in the Technology –Study
While AI and cloud computing are being adopted more quickly, blockchain is mainly used in finance and for digital identity.
🇪🇺 Coinbase Ends USDC Rewards for Europe-Based Customers in Response to MiCA
Coinbase announces the end of USDC rewards in the European Economic Area from Dec. 1 to comply with MiCA.
💼 Crypto Hedge Fund Job Promises ‘Retirement Money’ in Just 5 Years
A crypto hedge fund is looking to hire a strategic investment director with top pay and retirement-level savings in just 5 years.
🚨 Ex-Binance Exec Files Whistleblower Lawsuit Alleging Bribery and Unfair Dismissal
A former Binance executive has filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful dismissal after raising concerns about bribery within the company.
🪙 Meme Coin Launchpad Pump.fun Hits Record $78M Revenue in November
According to DefiLlama, the meme coin launchpad Pump.fun has made $78 million in revenue for November, marking a 35% of its total earnings.
🚨 USDT is Sold Cheaper in Mexico Due to Its Links to Drug Cartels, US Feds Claim
Mexican-based drug cartels allegedly sell USDT at a lower price than its market value, knowing its association with criminal activity taints it. These coins are then sold at higher prices in countries like Colombia.
🤝 Bitstamp and LTP Collaborate to Deliver Improved Liquidity and Trading Solutions for Institutions
LTP clients will get easier access to Bitstamp's deep liquidity pools, including lending and credit options.
Farmer Turns to Bitcoin in Battle to End Extreme Poverty
A campaigner in one of Uganda's poorest regions has been trying to raise money for eight years — and is turning to crypto as a last resort.
👨🏻💻 Crypto Exchange XT.com Halts Withdrawals Amid $1.7 Million Hack Allegations
XT.com, a Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange, has paused withdrawals following reports of a suspected $1.7 million hack.
🏦 Former UK Minister to Take Up Advisory Role at Bitcoin VC Firm Axiom
Steve Baker, a former UK Minister of State at the Northern Ireland Office, has received approval to join VC firm Axiom as a paid adviser.
💰 Metaplanet Plans to Raise $62M for Bitcoin Accumulation with Stock Acquisition Rights
Metaplanet plans to raise $62M through stock acquisition rights, responding to what it calls an “urgent” need to grow its Bitcoin reserves.
⛏️ Marathon Adds Another 700 BTC to Holdings, Plans Further Purchases with $160M Reserve
Marathon Digital (MARA) continues to solidify its position as a major Bitcoin holder, adding 703 BTC in November.
📰 Crypto Scams and Failed Projects Most Prevalent in US, China, and UK: Report
A report shows that most dead and fraudulent cryptocurrency projects originated from the US, China, and the United Kingdom in the past two years.
📜 Taiwan Tightens Crypto Regulations with New AML Rules After Recent Violations by Exchange
Taiwan is set to implement its new AML regulations for crypto businesses following fines issued to two exchanges for compliance breaches.
🇩🇪 Germany Lags in Blockchain Adoption: 72% of Companies Not Interested in the Technology –Study
While AI and cloud computing are being adopted more quickly, blockchain is mainly used in finance and for digital identity.
📈 XRP Jumps 8% as Bitcoin Recovers to $96K Amid Broader Market Uptick
XRP token soared more than 8% in the last 24 hours, outperforming major altcoins as the market saw a slight broader uptick.
🚀 Binance Labs Invests in Astherus to Boost Real Yield for DeFi Users
💰 Binance Labs is investing in Astherus to enhance real yield for DeFi users!
🚀 Binance Labs Invests in Astherus to Boost Real Yield for DeFi Users
💰 Binance Labs is investing in Astherus to enhance real yield for DeFi users!
⬆️ ETH Co-Founder Charles Hoskinson Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $500,000 Within 2 Years
Ethereum blockchain and Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says that Bitcoin could reach $500k within 24 months.
⚖️Chinese Court Rules Crypto Cannot Be Used for Wage Payments
A Shenzhen court has ruled that cryptocurrency, including USDT, cannot serve as a legal form of wage payment under Chinese labor laws.
🏛️ Paul Atkins In The Lead For SEC Chair In Latest Kalshi Poll
Former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins is favored to be SEC Chair by bettors on prediction marketplace Kalshi.
💰Celsius Announces Second Bankruptcy Payout of $127 Million to Creditors
Defunct crypto lender Celsius crypto lender has announced a second payout of $127 million to its creditors.
🇷🇺 Russia Passes Bill Taxing Crypto Transactions, Exempts Miners from VAT
Russia is now taxing crypto transactions with a 13%-15% tax rate, while miners enjoy VAT exemptions!
📱Robinhood Crypto EU Adds USDC Stablecoin to its Offerings
Robinhood Crypto EU has introduced USDC stablecoin to its platform, providing European users access to a secure, regulated, dollar-backed digital asset.
🚨 DeSci Project Pump Science Hacked After Private Key Leak
Pump Science, a decentralized science (DeSci) project, has been hacked after a private key leak, leading to fraudulent token minting and a drop in market trust.
🚀 Uniswap Hits $38B Monthly Volume on Ethereum Layer 2s, Setting New Record
Uniswap has shattered its monthly volume record on Ethereum layer-2 networks, signaling a resurgence of interest in DeFi.
💸 Hong Kong Aims to Exempt Hedge Funds and Super-Rich from Crypto Tax
Hong Kong proposes tax-free crypto profits for private equity and wealthy investors to position itself as a global capital magnet.