News Articles for 2022-09-02

Discover how Armenia's ECOS Free Economic Zone is expanding its crypto mining operations with a 60 MW capacity increase, leveraging clean energy from hydroelectric plants.

The August Nonfarm Payrolls report revealed a slowdown in job growth, impacting stock and cryptocurrency markets.

A group of hacktivists known as the Belarusian Cyber Partisans is attempting to sell a nonfungible token (NFT) containing purported passport information of Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko as part of a fundraising campaign.

Binance CEO Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao responds to allegations of ties to the Chinese government and addresses conspiracy theories surrounding the company.

Bitcoin's recent price drop coincides with the U.S. dollar reaching its highest level in 20 years, impacting BTC/USD performance and market sentiment.

Discover how market downturns present strategic opportunities for Bitcoin investors, with insights into historical trends and effective investment strategies.

Bitcoin's August performance marks its poorest showing since 2015, with a significant decline in value.

Despite bear market conditions, Bitcoin traders are increasingly opting for a long-term hodling strategy, with 62% of wallets holding BTC for over a year.

A recent report reveals mismatches in Bitcoin trading volumes reported by crypto exchanges, raising concerns about transparency and accuracy in the digital asset market.

Blackpink makes history by winning the first-ever Best Metaverse Performance Award at the MTV Video Music Awards for their groundbreaking PUBG Mobile concert.

Blockchain gaming remains a dominant force in the industry, though recent data shows a slight dip in its market share.

The global blockchain technology market is projected to grow from $4.8 billion in 2021 to $69 billion by 2030, driven by increasing adoption across industries. However, the sector faces risks from rapid, less rigorous development approaches.

Brazil's Securities and Exchange Commission is considering updates to the legal framework governing cryptocurrencies, focusing on the classification of tokens and their regulatory oversight.

California dominates Bitcoin and Ethereum web traffic, accounting for 43% of all searches despite representing only 11.9% of the U.S. population.

California's Digital Financial Assets Law (AB 2269) has been approved by the State Assembly, requiring crypto exchanges to obtain a state license. The bill now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom's approval or veto.

The global cannabis industry is thriving as regulations ease, but access to banking remains a challenge. Blockchain-based platforms like BudBlockz and Global Cannabis Capital are offering innovative solutions to bridge this gap.

Cardano (ADA) sees positive developments, including a Robinhood listing and the upcoming Vasil hard fork, boosting its market outlook.

Robinhood adds Cardano (ADA) to its platform as the cryptocurrency prepares for its highly anticipated Vasil upgrade, enhancing scalability and performance.

Cardano's highly anticipated Vasil mainnet upgrade has been scheduled for September 22, following delays since its initial June launch date.

David Rubenstein, co-founder of Carlyle Group, expresses confidence in the future of crypto regulation in the U.S. and its potential to foster innovation.

CEL token experiences significant price rally as traders react to potential fund returns from Celsius Network, despite mixed trading volume signals.

Celsius Network has filed a motion to allow certain customers to withdraw digital assets, but with specific restrictions.

Celsius Network has announced plans to return $50 million of users’ funds, causing the CEL token to surge by 35%. Other major crypto news includes Robinhood listing Cardano (ADA), Tether seeking counsel removal, a U.S. CBDC sandbox, and Kyber Network’s $265k exploit.

The Colombian government's blockchain land title initiative with Ripple Labs has been deprioritized by President Gustavo Petro's administration, casting uncertainty over the project's future.

Researchers uncover a crypto mining malware that has infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide since 2019, often masquerading as legitimate applications.

The crypto winter has highlighted the critical need for self-custody of digital assets, emphasizing the importance of controlling private keys in the transition to Web3.

Crypto.com has reportedly pulled out of a major sponsorship agreement with UEFA due to regulatory concerns.

Kyle Roche, a prominent crypto lawyer, has withdrawn as counsel in multiple class-action lawsuits following allegations by CryptoLeaks, raising questions about the future of crypto legal practices.

Discover how DecentWorld is pioneering the future of Web3 and the metaverse with its immersive 3D environments and digital ownership solutions.

Explore the latest developments in decentralized finance, focusing on the Ethereum Merge and its impact on the DeFi ecosystem.

Triall collaborates with Mayo Clinic to optimize clinical trial design and data management using blockchain technology.

Decentralized crypto derivatives exchange dYdX has halted its contentious $25 first deposit bonus promotion, citing overwhelming demand, following criticism over facial recognition requirements.

El Salvador postpones the issuance of its highly anticipated Bitcoin bond, initially aimed at raising $1 billion for infrastructure development and BTC purchases.

Former Central Bank president Carlos Acevedo critiques El Salvador's Bitcoin adoption, citing unmet promises of financial inclusion and remittance savings.

EOS sees significant one-day gain, reaching its highest single-day increase since August 22, while Bitcoin and Ethereum also rise. Explore the latest trends and insights in the cryptocurrency market.

Explore Frida Kahlo’s private family home, the Red House, in a new permanent digital exhibition on Decentraland. This immersive metaverse experience reveals unseen artworks and untold stories from the iconic artist’s life.

GAMEE introduces the OMP token, revolutionizing G-Bot breeding, upgrading, and evolution. Discover how to earn and utilize OMP in the GAMEE ecosystem.

Discover why GLO is gaining traction as a top crypto investment, with strong fundamentals and innovative features.

A recent study by Bitstamp reveals that the ongoing cryptocurrency winter has not diminished global trust in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

Discover how gold-backed cryptocurrencies offer stability by tying their value to physical gold, reducing price volatility compared to traditional cryptocurrencies.

The Helium IoT blockchain network may migrate to Solana, driven by goals of enhanced efficiency and scalability, with community support growing.

Indonesia is moving forward with its plan to establish a digital assets exchange, a project initially announced in 2021. The initiative, aimed at creating a regulated crypto bourse, has faced delays but remains a key priority for the government.

Kyber Network, a leading DeFi platform, was exploited for $265k due to a frontend vulnerability. Learn how the attack unfolded and the measures taken to mitigate losses.

KyberSwap, a decentralized exchange built on Kyber Network, has offered a hacker 15% of the stolen funds as a bug bounty following a $265,000 exploit.

Discover how Litecoin experienced a remarkable one-day percentage gain, impacting its market capitalization and trading volume.

The German Blockchain Association provides updates on the upcoming MiCA regulations, highlighting the release timeline, scope, and implications for crypto-assets.

The NFT market is facing a sharp downturn, with OpenSea's trading volume dropping 98% from its peak. Key factors include falling floor prices of major NFT projects and broader crypto market challenges.

Explore the evolving role of NFTs beyond digital art, including their potential as court documents, securities, and their implications in taxation and loot boxes.

OpenSea announces its plan to exclusively support NFTs on the Ethereum proof-of-stake blockchain after the Merge, excluding any forked NFTs.

Crypto lending platform SALT has received a buyout offer from Bnk To The Future, a prominent online investment platform, aiming to enhance product offerings and mainstream digital asset adoption.

Shibaverse's VERSE token sees a significant price increase, driven by metaverse excitement and NFT sales. Explore the factors behind this surge and its implications for the Shiba Inu ecosystem.

South Korea is making significant strides in the metaverse industry with the introduction of the Metaverse Industry Promotion Law and substantial investments to foster growth and innovation.

South Korea is deepening its commitment to Web3 and the Metaverse, investing heavily in ecosystem development and proposing new regulations to support the industry.

Tether and Bitfinex have requested the termination of Roche Freedman as counsel in an ongoing class action lawsuit, citing concerns over document handling and third-party sharing.

Thailand's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to enforce new advertising regulations for cryptocurrency firms by October 2022, requiring clear investment warnings.

Explore the evolving landscape of digital identities, focusing on blockchain technology and the concept of Universal Profiles.

Explore the intriguing questions the crypto community would ask Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's elusive creator, covering topics from private keys to AI theories.

The Digital Dollar Project initiates a technical sandbox to explore the implementation of a potential United States central bank digital currency (CBDC).

The music industry's adoption of Web3 technologies is expanding, with classical music and opera now leveraging NFTs and blockchain for digital rights and unique fan experiences.

Discover how the World of Women NFT collection is revolutionizing the metaverse with their innovative Capacitors, enabling holders to create stunning virtual residences.