Edward Snowden Granted Russian Citizenship; Interpol Issues Red Notice for Do Kwon

Edward Snowden Receives Russian Citizenship

Edward Snowden, the infamous whistleblower who exposed the U.S. National Security Agency's secrets, has been granted Russian citizenship by President Vladimir Putin. Snowden has been a permanent resident in Russia since 2013, after fleeing the United States. While he has been critical of centralized government control, he has also been involved in the crypto space, contributing to the development of privacy-focused cryptocurrency Zcash.

Interpol Red Notice Issued for Do Kwon

Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, as part of an international effort to locate and arrest him. Kwon faces charges in South Korea related to the collapse of the Terra ecosystem earlier this year. Despite claims that he is not in hiding, his exact whereabouts remain unclear, with reports suggesting he may no longer be in Singapore. Authorities have also frozen funds linked to Kwon as part of the ongoing investigation.

FTX US Acquires Voyager Digital Assets

In a significant move, FTX US has won the auction for Voyager Digital's assets. This acquisition marks a strategic step for FTX US as it expands its presence in the crypto market. The deal comes amid broader developments in the industry, including regulatory actions and legal disputes, such as the SEC's ongoing case against Ripple Labs.

These developments highlight the dynamic and often contentious nature of the cryptocurrency and blockchain space, where legal, regulatory, and market-driven changes continue to shape the industry's future.