Druckenmiller sees ‘big role’ for cryptocurrency as central bank trust evaporates

Famed investor Stanley Druckenmiller said cryptocurrency could have a “big role” as people seek alternatives to fiat money. The post Druckenmiller sees ‘big role’ for cryptocurrency as central bank trust evaporates appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Push to Enhance CFTC’s Crypto Watchdog Role Gets a Boost in US Congress

Congress’ attempt to make the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) the primary U.S. cryptocurrency regulator took a procedural step forward on Thursday, with a House lawmaker introducing a bill supporting a parallel effort in the Senate.

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Utah Man Charged With 7 Felonies in Connection to Alleged $1.7M Crypto Mining Scam

A Utah man has been charged with seven felonies for his alleged role in several financial fraud schemes, including a cryptocurrency mining scam that bilked two customers out of $1.7 million.

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Jesse Powell Stepping Down as Kraken’s CEO

Jesse Powell will step down from his role as CEO at the major cryptocurrency exchange Kraken. Powell Will Step Down Jesse Powell is stepping down. According to a statement from...

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Breaking: CEO of Major Crypto Exchange to Step Down

Jesse Powell will step down from his role as the CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken

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Brazilian SEC seeks to change its role in cryptocurrency regulation

Resistant to overseeing the space in the past, the agency said it now plans to work on the definition of virtual assets.

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Bridge Champ Inches Closer To Introducing Casual And Competitive Online Bridge Play With Play-to-earn Features

Blockchain technology and cryptocurrency continue to play a growing role of importance in various life aspects. Bridging bridge into the online world is a necessity at this time, and Bridge Champ leverages these innovative technologies to make that happen.

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Poloniex Partners with APENFT to Merge Metaverse Strategy

Global cryptocurrency exchange Poloniex has announced a partnership with leading non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace APENFT. The two have joined forces as part of their share vision of the metaverse, in which NFTs will play an integral role.

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IMF’s Hidden Role in Argentina’s Crypto Pushback Rattles Crypto Community

Argentina’s central bank, the BCRA, has prohibited all financial institutions from offering Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency services to clients. According to a Thursday announcement, the bank noted that the measure was taken in a bid to mitigate the risks associated with cryptocurrencies.

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Etheruem witnesses the 'most sustained level of accumulation' in 2022 but...

Ethereum has played a significant role in the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency and DeFi in general. Ethereum's market capitalization is currently $340 billion, indicating how much the cryptocurrThe post Etheruem witnesses the 'most sustained level of accumulation' in 2022 but... appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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NFT Market To Reach $800 Billion In 2 Years, Report Projects

A survey from CoinGecko depicts that above fifty percent of respondents foresee a crucial role for NFTs’ business in the future and have adopted the HODL investment strategy.  Since 2014, non-fungible tokens have played a role in the cryptocurrency industry, but their demands and role have grown extremely fast in the last two consecutive years. […]

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Edward Snowden Reveals He Secretly Played A Pivotal Role In The Creation Of Privacy-Focused Cryptocurrency Zcash

Renowned NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden helped create the anonymity-centric cryptocurrency Zcash (ZEC). Snowden, a former U.S. intelligence contractor who leaked National Security Agency (NSA) documents indicating that the agency was spying on citizens, was one of the six participants who had one of the Zcash multi-signature private keys to launch the project in 2016. How […]

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Edward Snowden Played Key Role in Zcash Privacy Coin’s Creation

The NSA whistleblower and privacy advocate was one of six participants in the cryptocurrency’s fabled 2016 “trusted setup” ceremony, using a pseudonym.

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An Interview with Coinhako’s CISO Pasi Koistinen

Recently, we caught up with the newly appointed Chief Information Security Officer of Coinhako, a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform based out of Singapore. We decided to ask him a few questions about his latest role and his view on the crypto industry.

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Binance Is Sponsoring The 2022 Grammys

Binance is sponsoring this year’s Grammys. According to a Friday blog, the crypto exchange noted that it had signed on ‘to become the official cryptocurrency exchange partner of the 64th Annual GRAMMY awards making it the first of its kind to land the prestigious role.

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US lawmakers discuss crypto’s role in sanctions, national security and humanitarian aid

“Overattributing cybercrime to cryptocurrency misses critical causes and preventive measures which can be taken,” said former FinCEN acting director Michael Mosier.

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Ethereum's lowering gas fee could be a dangerous indicator for its price; here's why

Throughout the previous year, Ethereum's rising gas fee was among the biggest concerns of the cryptocurrency industry. Well, especially due to Ethereum's major role in DeFi and NFTs. The rising gas feThe post Ethereum's lowering gas fee could be a dangerous indicator for its price; here's why appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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The top exchange-based tokens you can buy before February ends: BNB, CRO and FTT

BNB BNB/USD, Cronos CRO/USD, and FTX Token FTT/USD are all tokens used across various cryptocurrency exchanges.   Each of them brings their own level of utility to the exchange and plays a role in its overall functionality.

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FBI Is Forming A National Crypto Unit, Focusing On The Seizure Of Bitcoin, Cryptos

According to Reuters, the U.S. Justice Department has just appointed Eun Young Choi, an experienced computer crimes prosecutor to head its new national cryptocurrency enforcement department. This is according to an announcement on Thursday by Deputy Attorney general Lisa Monaco during the Munich Cyber Security Conference in Germany. Young is well known for his role […]

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Breaking: FBI Is Forming A National Crypto Unit, Focusing On The Seizure Of Bitcoin, Cryptos

According to Reuters, the U.S. Justice Department has just appointed Eun Young Choi, an experienced computer crimes prosecutor to head its new national cryptocurrency enforcement department. This is according to an announcement on Thursday by Deputy Attorney general Lisa Monaco during the Munich Cyber Security Conference in Germany. Young is well known for his role […]

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Reports Show Government Intends To Imply Stricter Regulations On Cryptocurrency ATMs

In a press release yesterday, the federal agency stated that crypto kiosks, or cryptocurrency ATMs, played a major role in the increasing crimes. The United States GAO (Government Accountability Office) blames crypto kiosks for increasing drug trafficking and human trafficking.

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Why Choosing The Correct Wallet Matters More In DeFi Than You Might Think

Cryptocurrency theft remains a pressing problem, primarily in the decentralized finance sector. As over $10 billion has been stolen throughout 2021, securing one’s funds remains essential. Choosing the right crypto wallet plays a much more significant role than most people give it credit for.

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European Crypto Integration: EuroSwaps’ Role in Smoothening Out the Road Ahead

EuroSwap, a fast-emerging decentralized cryptocurrency trading platform in Europe, believes that the lack of understanding of digital currencies both on conceptual and technological levels needs to be eradicated to allow the asset class a strong foothold in the region.

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Uniswap on its way to a bright future thanks to these factors backing its growth

Uniswap is one of the most well-renowned names in the DeFi space. It as such plays a dual role, as both a cryptocurrency [UNI] and and a decentralized exchange [DEX]. Based on the Ethereum blockchain,The post Uniswap on its way to a bright future thanks to these factors backing its growth appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Crypto Regulated As Assets Can “Create A Wave Of Global Companies” Built By A Younger Generation, Says Infosys Chairman

Cryptocurrency can bring more financial inclusion, as such worth considering, said Nandan Nilekani, chairman of software services exporter Infosys at the Reuters Next Conference. Nilekani, who co-founded Infosys in 1981, said “There is a role for crypto as assets but they obviously will have to follow all the laws and make sure that it doesn't […] The post Crypto Regulated As Assets Can “Create A Wave Of Global Companies” Built By A Younger Generation, Says Infosys Chairman first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide.

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Bitcoin Believer Jack Dorsey Steps Down As Twitter CEO, But For What?

Reports have surfaced that Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey will be stepping down from his executive role with the company. But what might the Bitcoin supporter be focused on next and will it directly involve the leading cryptocurrency by market cap? CNBC: Jack Dorsey To Step Down At Twitter CEO According to CNBC’s David Faber, sources […]

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Central bank acknowledges Russia's leading role in crypto industry, outlines major risks

The cryptocurrency market is growing at an exceptional rate. In fact, many countries are vying for the top spot in terms adoption. As it turns out, a top contender in the $2.8 trillion market, is RussThe post Central bank acknowledges Russia's leading role in crypto industry, outlines major risks appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Ripple releases its crypto regulatory framework draft, recommends bigger CFTC role 

Ripple (XRP) recently released its framework for approaching cryptocurrency regulation in the US, outlining several recommendations for Washington policymakers. The post Ripple releases its crypto regulatory framework draft, recommends bigger CFTC role  appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Ethereum Is The Center Of The Crypto Economy – Here’s Why

Ethereum is seen as the cynosure of the crypto economy by a cross-section of analysts. The intersection of the metaverse, DeFi, and NFTs are considered as factors for its claim for the top spot. Ethereum will have to battle its “killers” before it can assume the role of King in the cryptocurrency economy. The events […]

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MetaMask integrates with Bitfinex Pay amid growing demand for crypto payments

MetaMask has played a pivotal role in onboarding millions of new users to the cryptocurrency and decentralized finance markets.

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Hashbon Rocket Bursts Into DeFi Space With First-Ever Cross-Chain DEX

Liquidity provision is a pivotal role in the cryptocurrency space. Those who provide liquidity are often known as market makers either on a centralized or decentralized exchange. For playing such a role, they get rewarded through fees.

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A Look Into The Astounding Institutional Interest In Ether And Its Potential To Aid ETH In Toppling Bitcoin

According to the September edition of Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Indices (BGCI), there is a very high chance that Ethereum could soon become the top cryptocurrency, unseating Bitcoin. The report highlights that Ethereum is leading the DeFi revolution as well as playing a key role in making the dollar the “primary global currency” by being the […]

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Biden Secretly Considering First-Ever White House “Crypto Czar”

Crypto Czar It’s only a matter of time before the government takes a more hands-on role when it comes to cryptocurrency. The latest push for this might come in the way of a White House appointed crypto czar.

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US DoJ establishes cryptocurrency enforcement team

Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco said the team would have an active role in…

The post US DoJ establishes cryptocurrency enforcement team appeared first on Coin Journal.

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Easy Crypto Raises $11.7M, Sets Record for New Zealand

Easy Crypto believes that the success of the funding round “demonstrates increasing confidence in the role of cryptocurrency in the financial ecosystem.” The post Easy Crypto Raises $11.7M, Sets Record for New Zealand appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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US Senator Warren introduces bill to study crypto’s role in ransomware

The Ransom Disclosure Act aims to help the Department of Homeland Security gather critical data on ransom payments in cryptocurrency and fiat.

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Will Central Bank Digital Coins Impact the Growth of the Cryptocurrency Environment?

The long-term fight between decentralized finance and controlled central bank finance is shifting into a higher gear. Central banks, and those that place an essential role in stabilizing the banking system, are launching digital coins as they continue to ponder their position in crypto trading.

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Mark Cuban Advocates for DeFi’s Role in Shaping the Future of Banking

Mark Cuban, the billionaire and cryptocurrency enthusiast has continued his campaign to supports cryptocurrencies in whatever way he can. As the Dallas Mavericks owner is wont to do, he once again propper up decentralized finance (DeFi) as a viable alternative to the traditional global banking system, Convenience Wins Every Time Earlier this week, Cuban went […] The post Mark Cuban Advocates for DeFi’s Role in Shaping the Future of Banking first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide.

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US Sanctions Crypto Exchange for Ransomware Laundering Affiliation

The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions against the Suex cryptocurrency exchange for its alleged role in a ransomware attack. The post US Sanctions Crypto Exchange for Ransomware Laundering Affiliation appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Bitcoin and Its Big Role in the Gambling Industry

There is no doubt that Bitcoin has had a significant impact on the gambling industry, with the cryptocurrency having been able to disrupt one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors in a highly positive way.

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KuCoin Labs Releases Q2 Report Confirming Leading Role of DeFi and NFT in Blockchain Development

KuCoin Labs releases a comprehensive cryptocurrency market report

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SEC Files Lawsuit Against BitConnect Founder Over Role in $2B Crypto Fraud

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has sued the founder of BitConnect for his involvement in the $2 billion cryptocurrency scam that shocked the crypto world. The post SEC Files Lawsuit Against BitConnect Founder Over Role in $2B Crypto Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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SEC Official Criticizes Crypto’s Role in Upholding Rising Fraud Trend

Crimes in the cryptocurrency industry are no new thing. Fraudsters and scam artists continue to prey on the knowledge gap that exists between investors and the crypto space, even though the industry itself has matured significantly.

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America’s Largest Retailer Walmart May Be Planning To Enter The Crypto Market In A Big Way

North American retail giant Walmart is looking to toe the digital currency waters, outlining a digital currency and cryptocurrency-specific role in a new job ad. Walmart Wants To Hire Someone To Lead Its Digital Currency And Cryptocurrency Initiatives Posted on Walmart’s career page, the new role seeks a visionary leader to develop the firm’s digital […]

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Crypto.com launches free tax reporting service in Australia: is CRO worth buying?

The Crypto. com Coin CRO/USD is the native cryptocurrency token. It serves the role of porting the Crypto. com chain. Crypto. com is a payment, trading as well as financial services company.   The next obvious step in Crypto.

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JPMorgan Is Confident Grayscale’s July “Unlockings” Will Crash Bitcoin Below $25,000

On 13 July, Grayscale will be set to unlock its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust product (GBTC), which has been locked for 6 months. Grayscale plays a major role in the cryptocurrency market, as it gives high net worth investors, who are usually regulated, the ability to gain exposure to the market without having to deal with […]

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KuCoin Token price prediction: Bullish buy signals on today’s chart

The KuCoin Token KCS/USD, which serves the role as the native cryptocurrency token that powers KuCoin, has seen exponential growth throughout the last 24 hours and signals even more potential for growth.

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Dogecoin Surprisingly Plays An Important Role On Robinhood’s Existence

The recent shilling of Dogecoin was not in vain for the Robinhood cryptocurrency trading app. It generated 34% of the app’s cryptocurrency transaction revenues during the first quarter of this year.

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Protect Yourself - Should Crypto holders prepare for aggressive U.S. Government enforcement?

Benjamin Sauter is a partner at Kobre and Kim, a legal firm that specializes in International Disputes and Investigations. The firm prides itself on its aggressive, trial-ready approach. Ben’s role is to aggressively defend clients in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industries against high-stakes government enforcement actions.

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