Banks face new risks from permissionless blockchains, BIS warns

To mitigate risks associated with public blockchain networks, the paper proposed appointing an entity with the authority to control and limit access to cryptocurrency assets.

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Bitcoin holdings of publicly listed firms increased to $20B in one year: Data

A survey showed that 26% of institutional investors and wealth managers support Bitcoins use case as a reserve asset. 

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Hong Kong Monetary Authority Warns of Fraudulent Website and Phishing Emails Linked to Public Bank (Hong Kong) Limited

The HKMA alerts the public to a fraudulent website and phishing emails targeting Public Bank (Hong Kong) Limited's customers. (Read More)

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US Financial Services Committee leaders want regulatory sandboxes for AI

In a letter signed only by republicans, the committee responded to a request for information sent by the Department of the Treasury.

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African Union greenlights AI adoption across member states

The strategy aims to fast-track AI development and adoption in Africa, driving innovation and growth in the continent.

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US Republicans under Trump include crypto in official party platform

The party, which vowed to oppose a CBDC and defend Bitcoin mining, is scheduled to meet on July 15-18 and select a nominee for U.S. President.

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Republican National Committee Endorses Pro-Bitcoin Platform in Party Draft

The draft will face a final vote on Tuesday.

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US House may vote to overturn Bidens SAB 121 veto next week

While the House and Senate already voted to overturn SAB 121, it will need a two-thirds majority vote from both chambers to invalidate Bidens veto.

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HKMA Warns Public About Fraudulent Website and Social Media Page Impersonating Public Finance Limited

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts the public to a fraudulent website and social media page impersonating Public Finance Limited. (Read More)

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Why Did Trump Change His Mind on Bitcoin?

A look at what changed Trump's mind concerning Bitcoin.

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Trump emboldens support from Republican voters with pro-crypto stance, survey finds

Republican presidential candidate and former US President Donald Trump has garnered increased support from his party following his recent embrace of cryptocurrencies, according to a new Paradigm-sponsored survey. Last month, Paradigm, a crypto-focused venture capital firm, polled 1,025 likely Republican voters’ views on the emerging industry, revealing their deep trust for the current financial system […]

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Watford FC to make 10% digital equity shares offering via Republic platform

The English Football League participant aims to sell 10% of the clubs equity to investors and fans and plans to add token trading in the future.

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Key Insights from the 2024 State of Cryptocurrency Investigations Report

Chainalysis unveils findings from its 2024 State of Cryptocurrency Investigations Report, highlighting public sector perspectives on blockchain and crypto asset investigations. (Read More)

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Ripple partners with National Bank of Georgia to digitize economy

Ripple continues to deepen its CBDC collaboration with the Republic of Georgia by exploring ways to digitize the local economy.

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Public blockchain ledgers not fit for purpose, says JPMorgan exec

Despite the criticism, TradFi institutions still prefer using public blockchains for real-world asset tokenization.

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eToro Launches IPO Roadshow for Nasdaq Listing

eToro Group Ltd (eToro), a leading global social investment network, has announced the launch of its initial public offering (IPO) roadshow.

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How the Public Internet Hinders Blockchain Technology: Insights from DoubleZero CEO

The internet is experiencing a bottleneck due to the increasing popularity of blockchain networks. This phenomenon, also known as “the public internet bottleneck,” has become a pressing issue as blockchain usage has doubled over recent years. Blockchain technology’s widespread adoption has caused a surge in network traffic, resulting in congestion and slower speeds on the [...]

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Republic First Bank Closure: First US Bank Failure of 2024

US regulators have closed Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, marking the first banking failure of 2024. The closure has sparked debate among the crypto community, with Bitcoin and Ether trading down. The bank had approximately $6 billion in total assets and $4 billion in total deposits as of January 31. (Read More)

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Republic First Bank closed by US regulators crypto community reacts

Republic First Banks 32 branches across the United States will reopen under Fulton Bank starting April 27, according to the FDIC.

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US Social Security Boosts Public Communications on X Platform Following Job Cuts Linked to DOGE Movement Research Study

Social Security Administration Updates Communication Methods Amid Budget Cuts The Social Security Administration is modernizing its communication approach in response to budget constraints. The agency aims to enhance efficiency and streamline processes by leveraging digital platforms for interacting with beneficiaries and the public. With limited resources, the Social Security Administration is embracing a more cost-effective [...]

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