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Binance Serves Users Despite 2023 Exit, Sees 43% Decline in Russian Traffic
Binance Serves Users Despite 2023 Exit, Sees 43% Decline in Russian Traffic
26.09.2024 10:33
Binance continues to serve some Russian clients despite its previous announcement of a full exit from the Russian market in 2023. Yesterday (Wednesday), a Binance spokesperson confirmed to Cointelegraph that the exchange maintains services for a limited number of existing Russian users. This, they stated, is to ensure the security of their digital assets.Binance Confirms Sanctions ComplianceThe spokesperson emphasized Binance’s adherence to global sanctions and compliance with international regulations, “fully complies with restrictions on individuals, entities, and countries subject to international sanctions,” the representative said.This statement comes nearly a year after Binance announced it had exited the Russian market by selling its local operations to a new exchange called CommEx. Details of the transaction were not disclosed in the September 27, 2023, statement. At the time of the sale, Binance’s Chief Compliance Officer, Noah Perlman, indicated that remaining in Russia [...]
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South Korea Warns Crypto Firms as $4 Million Threshold Risks Life Sentence
South Korea Warns Crypto Firms as $4 Million Threshold Risks Life Sentence
26.09.2024 09:36
South Korea's financial regulator is ramping up oversight of the virtual asset market. It is warning of severe consequences for illegal transactions just two months after implementing new protective legislation. Cryptocurrency scammers can now serve life sentences behind bars if their illegal operations exceed $4 million.South Korea Tightens Grip on Virtual AssetsFinancial Supervisory Service (FSS) Chief Lee Bok-hyun met with executives from 16 virtual asset operators today (Thursday). He emphasized the government's commitment to enforcing the Virtual Asset Users Protection Act, which took effect on July 19.“The financial government will continue to successfully implement the virtual asset users act by carrying out its oversight,” Bok-hyun commented, quoted by the Yonhap News Agency. The FSS will also “take stern punitive measures under the principle of zero-tolerance by focusing all its investigative resources when suspicions of illegal transactions are detected.”The FSS plans to [...]
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Alby Releases Alby Go, A Mobile App For Self-Custodial Bitcoin Lightning Payments
Alby Releases Alby Go, A Mobile App For Self-Custodial Bitcoin Lightning Payments
25.09.2024 23:39
Alby Go is an easy-to-use open-source Bitcoin wallet that serves as an interface for your Lightning node or Nostr Wallet Connect (NWC) wallet service.
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#alby #alby go #alby hub #business #lightning #lightning nodes #news #nostr wallet connect #nwc #wallets
PayPal Launches Crypto Services for US Business Accounts
PayPal Launches Crypto Services for US Business Accounts
25.09.2024 22:10
PayPal announced support for cryptocurrency for US business account holders. The fintech giant said the new service enables merchants to buy, hold, and sell digital assets directly through their PayPal business accounts. However, this new functionality will not be available to businesses in New York at launch. PayPal’s decision to open cryptocurrency tools to businesses is reportedly a response to rising demand.Onchain Crypto TransfersAdditionally, the new service allows US business account holders to transfer crypto on-chain to third-party wallets. According to the firm, this functionality will let merchants send and receive cryptocurrency to and from external blockchain addresses, enhancing the ability to manage digital assets.The rollout reflects PayPal’s broader goal of integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream business operations. The company has been pushing for this trend since 2020 when it first allowed consumers to manage crypto within PayPal and Venmo. Over the last few [...]
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PayPal Enables Business Accounts to Buy, Hold, and Sell Bitcoin And Crypto
PayPal Enables Business Accounts to Buy, Hold, and Sell Bitcoin And Crypto
25.09.2024 21:35
PayPal has announced a new feature allowing U.S. business accounts to buy, hold, sell, and transfer supported cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin, expanding its crypto offerings for merchants.
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#bitcoin #business #businesses #crypto #news #paypal
There's Three Doors. Which One Will Bitcoin Step Through?
There's Three Doors. Which One Will Bitcoin Step Through?
25.09.2024 20:25
A look at a prolific post by the infamous Mircea Popescu, positing with a rare clairvoyance the possible paths that Bitcoin could take in its road into the future.
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#culture #mircea popescu #opinion
EA Capital Obtains Crypto Asset Service Provider License in South Africa
EA Capital Obtains Crypto Asset Service Provider License in South Africa
25.09.2024 18:21
EA Capital, a financial service provider focusing on blockchain technology in South Africa, has obtained a regulatory license in the region. The company received a Category I license as a Crypto Asset Service Provider from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority. Bridging Traditional Finance and Digital AssetsSince 2022, EA Capital has reportedly operated as a regulated Financial Services Provider and an Accountable Institution under the Financial Intelligence Centre. According to the company's LinkedIn post, the licensing reflects South Africa's efforts to regulate the digital asset space with the aim of protecting investors and consumers while enhancing the sector's credibility. The company now seeks to integrate established banking practices with its digital solutions.“EA Capital provides a unique blend of an established traditional international banking team with a long-term market-leading track record, experienced, and expert crypto/digital asset & blockchain technology team with [...]
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Israel Goes Cashless
Israel Goes Cashless
25.09.2024 17:34
Israel’s promoting a new plan to abolish 200 shekel banknotes, forbid possession of physical gold & silver, and use AI for enforcement, while Gaza's state of cash deteriorates. By Efrat Fenigson.
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#cashless #israel #markets #opinion #war on cash
Kraken Kicks Off Crypto Sponsorship with Bundesliga's RB Leipzig
Kraken Kicks Off Crypto Sponsorship with Bundesliga's RB Leipzig
25.09.2024 15:17
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken partnered with Bundesliga RB Leipzig in a sponsorship deal aimed at driving crypto adoption among German football fans. According to the official announcement, this collaboration will give fans an opportunity to engage with the football club through digital innovation and crypto education.Strengthening Fan Engagement The two entities also mentioned that the partnership is based on creating immersive experiences for RB Leipzig fans through exclusive content and interactive fan pop-ups. Both Kraken and RB Leipzig seek to blend sports entertainment with the crypto space to enable fans to forge deeper connections with the team.Commenting about the partnership, Kraken's Chief Marketing Officer Mayur Gupta said, “Kraken and RB Leipzig's origin stories share similar roots in charting an unconventional path to achieve long-term success in our respective fields. Kraken has spent over a decade providing a bridge to the crypto ecosystem while raising the bar for [...]
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Brink Donates Over $1 Million To Bitcoin Developers Last Year
Brink Donates Over $1 Million To Bitcoin Developers Last Year
25.09.2024 13:04
Non-profit organisation, Brink published its annual report, detailing over $1 million in donations to open source developers in 2023. The report highlighted achievements from Brink-sponsored contributors improving Bitcoin's protocol.
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#bitcoin developer #bitcoin development #business #donations #news
Kraken partners with RB Leipzig to innovate the German football fan experience
Kraken partners with RB Leipzig to innovate the German football fan experience
25.09.2024 12:02
We are delighted to announce our partnership with RB Leipzig, two-time DFB Cup winner and one of Germany’s most thrilling and innovative football clubs. We are the club’s Official Crypto Partner and Official Sleeve Partner for all RB Leipzig Men’s and Women’s Bundesliga fixtures. The post Kraken partners with RB Leipzig to innovate the German football fan experience appeared first on Kraken Blog.
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South Korea’s FSC Endorses Nonprofit to Secure Crypto Assets after Exchange Closures
South Korea’s FSC Endorses Nonprofit to Secure Crypto Assets after Exchange Closures
25.09.2024 10:34
The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea announced today (Wednesday) that it has approved the creation of a nonprofit organization aimed at protecting virtual assets for consumers in the event that a cryptocurrency exchange goes out of business.FSC Establishes Asset Protection FoundationThe organization, provisionally named the Digital Asset Protection Foundation, will be responsible for ensuring the safe return of virtual assets from defunct exchanges to their rightful owners, according to the FSC. The commission stated that it has been making continuous efforts to guarantee the security of user assets if a cryptocurrency exchange ceases operations or is forced to shut down.The FSC noted: “However, there exist concerns over the protection of assets as the return process often takes an extended period of time due to failures to contact the operators of (closed) exchanges or users failing to claim their assets.”JUST IN: South Korea's FSC approves nonprofit to safeguard [...]
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Building LNbits — the WordPress for Your Bitcoin Lightning Node — With Ben Arc
Building LNbits — the WordPress for Your Bitcoin Lightning Node — With Ben Arc
24.09.2024 18:46
Ben Arc and the talented team of developers behind LNbits are helping users do more with Lightning.
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#business #ecash #founders #lightning #lnbits #nostr #startups #wordpress
Bitwise CIO Says 'Most Powerful People in Finance' Are Buying Bitcoin And Crypto
Bitwise CIO Says 'Most Powerful People in Finance' Are Buying Bitcoin And Crypto
24.09.2024 15:22
The CIO of Bitcoin asset manager Bitwise claims the "most powerful people in finance" are buying Bitcoin and crypto. He says nearly 70% of top financial advisors at a recent summit owned Bitcoin and crypto personally.
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#bitcoin #bitwise #business #financial institution #news
Kraken strengthens European business with completion of BCM acquisition
Kraken strengthens European business with completion of BCM acquisition
24.09.2024 10:00
Today we announced the closing of the Coin Meester B.V. (BCM) acquisition, a key element in our European growth strategy.  With the acquisition of BCM, one of the Netherlands’ oldest and most respected registered crypto brokers, we have significantly expanded our Dutch footprint and enhanced our business with a registered Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) […] The post Kraken strengthens European business with completion of BCM acquisition appeared first on Kraken Blog.
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Bitcoin Forks: Pathways to Innovation or Disruptive Forces?
Bitcoin Forks: Pathways to Innovation or Disruptive Forces?
23.09.2024 19:53
A look at the history of major Bitcoin forks.
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#bitcoin forks #opinion #technical
Donald Trump Says Crypto Could Help Pay Off $35 Trillion U.S. Debt
Donald Trump Says Crypto Could Help Pay Off $35 Trillion U.S. Debt
23.09.2024 15:31
Donald Trump floated using crypto to pay off the US' $35 trillion debt, part of his embrace of Bitcoin amid the 2024 race. Kamala Harris also pledged to boost "digital assets" signaling crypto's growing bipartisan appeal.
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#bitcoin #business #debt crisis #donald trump #news
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