The Kremlin’s crypto mining drive may be motivated by its desire to turn Russia into an AI powerhouse, experts have suggested.
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Crypto Industry Optimistic as Michael Barr Leaves Fed Vice Chair Role
Michael Barr’s resignation as Fed Vice Chair for Supervision has sparked optimism among crypto advocates seeking friendlier regulations.
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Nasdaq ISE Seeks SEC Approval to Raise Options Limits for IBIT to 250,000 Contracts
Nasdaq ISE has filed a proposal with the SEC to significantly raise the position and exercise limits for options on the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT).
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Resign: What it Means for Crypto
Given Trudeau’s previous anti-Bitcoin stance, his departure could open doors for Canada’s pro-crypto shift.
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Bitcoin Tops $100,000 Again as Momentum Builds Ahead of Trump’s Election Ratification
Bitcoin surged past $100,000 late Monday as Congress certified Donald Trump’s 2024 victory, paving the way for his Jan. 20 inauguration.
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Canadian Crypto Moderator Goes Into Hiding After Alleged Bitcoin Kidnapping Attempt
A Canadian volunteer moderator of a cryptocurrency forum has reportedly gone into hiding with his family after an alleged attempt to kidnap him and steal his Bitcoin.
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Crypto Exchange CoinSwitch Promises ‘Recovery’ Through Rewards for WazirX Users
CoinSwitch’s announced recovery program for WazirX users faces criticism for being more of a user acquisition tactic than genuine relief.
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Can Ghana’s new president meet the voters’ high expectations?
John Mahama was elected on his pledges to solve the economic crisis but won’t find it easy, analysts say.
UFC boss to join board of Facebook owner Meta
It comes days after former UK deputy PM Sir Nick Clegg left his top job at the social media giant.
US says tech giant Tencent works with Chinese military
The Chinese embassy in Washington called the decision “unreasonable suppression of Chinese companies”.