U.S. government is now largest Bitcoin whale with $5b in BTC

The U.S. government is one of the world’s largest holders of Bitcoin (BTC), storing about 200,000 BTC in hardware wallets. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that the U.S. Department of Justice, the Internal Revenue Service and other departments control a… дальше »

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Will Australia regulate crypto exchanges? All you need to know

The government will regulate crypto at the exchange level only, not cryptocurrencies specifically. Public consultation on the government’s plans will continue until 1 December. Australia rThe post Will Australia regulate crypto exchanges? All you need to know appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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US government among largest Bitcoin hodlers with over $5B in BTC: Report

The $5-billion estimation is based on three major seizures linked to the Bitfinex hack and Silk Road, meaning the actual holdings could be much larger. дальше »

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US Gov Holds Big Bitcoin Stash, But No Rush to Liquidate

The US government, holding around $5.4 billion worth of seized Bitcoin, shows no urgency to liquidate its stash, as the process involves lengthy investigations and legal proceedings. The post US Gov Holds Big Bitcoin Stash, But No Rush to Liquidate appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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US Government Holds $5B in Bitcoin: WSJ

The Wall Street Journal has revealed that the U.S. federal government holds a staggering $5 billion worth of Bitcoin after strategic crackdowns on cybercrime and darknet activities дальше »

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Australia to introduce crypto regulation mandating licenses for crypto exchanges

The Australian federal government is set to introduce new regulations requiring crypto exchanges to obtain a financial services license, the Australian Financial Review reported on Oct. 15. Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones is scheduled to unveil these long-anticipated rules during the Australian Financial Review Crypto Summit. дальше »

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Madeira’s government announces an exclusive Bitcoin business hub

Miguel Albuquerque, President of Madeira's Regional Government, has unveiled a dedicated Bitcoin business zone aimed at fostering technological innovation and global partnerships. дальше »

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US tightens grip on AI chip export to China amid escalating tech battle

The United States Government is contemplating shutting down Chinese companies’ access to American artificial intelligence (AI) chips, Reuters reported on Oct. 13. The Biden administration aims to close loopholes allowing Chinese companies to acquire American AI chips via overseas subsidiaries. дальше »

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How CBDCs and stablecoins can coexist: FIS panel discussion

Eetu Kuneinen argued against CBDCs, as they are “centralized by nature,” saying that certain dangers come with government control. дальше »

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China opens industrial park for digital yuan CBDC development in Shenzhen

The government is incentivizing new residents to come develop payment solutions, smart contracts, hard wallets and promotions for the digital yuan. дальше »

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Voyager Ex-CEO Charged by U.S. Regulators With Fraud, Making False Claims

U.S. regulators have targeted former Voyager Digital CEO Stephen Ehrlich with lawsuits claiming he engaged in fraud and deliberately misrepresented his customers’ government protections. дальше »

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Indonesia to conduct blockchain trials for public services

Tuhu Nugraha, who works with the Indonesian government, said the country will soon conduct trials on applying blockchain technology in public service use cases. дальше »

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Russia’s stock exchange ready to list Bitcoin under one condition

Russia’s second-largest bourse is ready to be the first in the country to add support for cryptocurrencies. Saint Petersburg Stock Exchange (SPB Exchange) will list a whole set of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), once the government legalizes the industry, local… дальше »

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Senator Warren Grills US Gov’t Over 2-Year Delay on Crypto Tax Rules

Senator Elizabeth Warren has voiced concerns over the delayed implementation of US crypto tax rules, warning that the government could miss out on billions of dollars in revenue. The post Senator Warren Grills US Gov’t Over 2-Year Delay on Crypto Tax Rules appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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UK parliament calls for NFT copyright protection rights

A cross-party committee of the UK Parliament has called on the government to protect the rights of artists and consumers in the NFT market. The committee members also raised concerns about fan tokens in sports, which are a type of… дальше »

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Safeguarding Artists and Consumers: UK’s NFT Report

UK parliamentary committee releases a report urging the government to regulate NFT marketplaces more stringently to protect consumers and creators. The post Safeguarding Artists and Consumers: UK’s NFT Report appeared first on NFT News Today. дальше »

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Sam Altman Slams the US Government for Attacking Cryptocurrencies

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI and founder of Worldcoin, has delivered a powerful critique of the U.S. government’s stance on cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin. In an October 6 interview on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast, Altman expressed his excitement about Bitcoin, describing it as a “super logical” step on the technological evolution tree. He emphasized that […] дальше »

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Paul Tudor Jones admits that he can’t love stocks, but loves Bitcoin and gold

Hedge fund leader Paul Tudor Jones recently shared his perspective on current geopolitical risks, U. S. government debt, and his preference for investments like Bitcoin and gold over stocks on CNBC’s Squawk Box. дальше »

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Star Witness Caroline Ellison Says Sam Bankman-Fried Directed Her to Commit Fraud

Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of crypto hedge fund Alameda Research, is the government's star witness in its prosecution of alleged crypto fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried. дальше »

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Key Points From the Sam Bankman-Fried Trial's First Week

It’s been less than a week since the federal government’s trial against FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried began, but we’ve already heard from an FTX co-founder, a former developer, a customer and an investor. дальше »

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Crypto Needs Congress, But U.S. Lawmakers Have Opted for Pandemonium

Without the U.S. Congress outlining a clear system of rules, the crypto industry fears it’ll be relegated as a volatile financial backwater. But Capitol Hill is beset by drama, including a U.S. House of Representatives that fired its speaker and a budget debate that could derail the federal government. дальше »

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How Will Wiping US Student Debt Impact the Crypto Market?

President Biden announced that the US government will cancel student debt, sparking mixed reactions and speculation about potential impact on Bitcoin's price and increased burden for taxpayers. The post How Will Wiping US Student Debt Impact the Crypto Market? appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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OpenAI and ChatGPT Founder Bullish on Bitcoin – Calls It ‘A Super Logical Step in Technology’

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman made positive comments about Bitcoin in Joe Rogan’s podcast, saying “I am excited about Bitcoin because this digital currency that is not owned or controlled by any government is a super logical and an important step. дальше »

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman ‘Excited’ About Bitcoin Despite US Government’s Attempt to ‘Control’ it

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman criticizes US crypto regulation; voices concern over state surveillance potential of CBDCs. The post OpenAI CEO Sam Altman ‘Excited’ About Bitcoin Despite US Government’s Attempt to ‘Control’ it appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Defends Cryptocurrencies, Says US Threatens Freedom of Crypto

OpenAI's Sam Altman critiques US government's approach to crypto, hinting at underlying intent to dominate дальше »

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The 10-2 Treasury yield spread: A harbinger of economic downturn?

Treasury yields are one of the most important market drivers and indicators. Representing the return an investor will receive by holding a government bond to maturity, these yields provide a snapshot of investor sentiment, future interest rate expectations, and the overall economic health of a nation. дальше »

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UNESCO and Netherlands design AI supervision project for the EU

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and the Dutch government launched a new project for supervising AI to help create a framework for the wider EU area. дальше »

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UK must loosen KYC demands for crypto to outpace US in Web3 — Think tank

Policy Exchange published its report on Web3 containing 10 proposals for the U.K. government.

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Bitcoin price steady as Memeinator token sale scoops $579k

Bitcoin price held quite well as risks to the American and global economy continued. The coin held steady above the key resistance level at $27,500 this week even as long-term government bonds plummeted. дальше »

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Prosecutors say plea deal was never considered for Sam Bankman-Fried

On the opening day of  Sam Bankman-Fried‘s criminal trial in New York,  U. S. government prosecutors told the court that that no plea deals had ever been under consideration for the accused former CEO. дальше »

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Here’s how Bitcoin investors can trade the tension surrounding a U.S. government shutdown

Rumors of a US government shutdown impact asset prices, including Bitcoin. Here’s how BTC options traders can capitalize on the 45 day funding deadline. дальше »

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Chainalysis cuts staff by 15%, shifts to government contracts

In response to challenging market conditions, blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has confirmed a significant workforce reduction, shedding approximately 15% of its employees, totalling around 150 staff members. дальше »

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Crypto assets see inflows first time in 6 weeks

Concerns regarding a possible US government shutdown catalyzed purchases of cryptocurrency investment products between Sept. 23 and 29. дальше »

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Uptober Price Boom: Bitcoin Blasts Through $28,000 After US Narrowly Dodges Government Shutdown

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US Government Frames Bitcoin Privacy As “Criminal”

New court documents reveal that the US government frames the use of blockchain analysis countermeasures as “criminal”. дальше »

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What may a government shutdown mean for Shiba Memu?

James Butterfill – the Head of Research at CoinShares expects Bitcoin to rally if the U. S. government does eventually shut down next month. How may a government shutdown help Bitcoin? Late on Friday, President Biden signed a funding bill that liquidated the government for another 45 days. дальше »

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SEC hustles to delay Bitcoin ETFs amid looming government shutdown

The SEC delayed decisions on proposed spot Bitcoin ETFs from VanEck, WisdomTree and Fidelity — all filed on Sept. 28. дальше »

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Memeinator presale: Nearly $700k raised even as US government shutdown looms

A looming US government shutdown could prove a headwind to the broader market as crypto and stocks step into October. It’s an outlook that could be worse off for meme coins as a new era begins with the arrival of the Memeinator (MMTR). дальше »

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SEC Rushes Ethereum Futures ETF Approvals Before Government Shutdown

Ethereum futures ETFs from Valkyrie, VanEck, ProShares and more expected to start trading next week as SEC rushes approvals before shutdown. дальше »

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Why SEC Has ‘No Choice’ but to Approve the Bitcoin Spot ETF, Despite Recent Delay – Top Analyst

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed decisions on several proposed Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), including a high-profile application from BlackRock. The delay comes amid an expected government shutdown, but crypto analyst Crypto Rover asserts approval is inevitable given mounting legal pressure and impending deadlines. дальше »

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VanEck Announces Plans To Launch Ethereum Futures ETF (EFUT)

Prominent investment manager VanEck has revealed plans to launch an Ethereum Futures exchange-traded fund (ETF). Interestingly, this development comes a few hours following news that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) was looking to fast-track the approval of some Ether futures ETF applications ahead of a US government shutdown. дальше »

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Here’s what the U.S. government shutdown may mean for Bitcoin

James Butterfill expects Bitcoin to rally if the U. S. government shuts down. BTC has a history of performing quite well in times of uncertainty. The world’s largest cryptocurrency is already up close to 4. дальше »

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Insider Reveals That SEC Could Allow Ether Futures ETFs To Start Trading Next Week

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FTX founder’s plea for temporary release should be denied, prosecution says

Sam Bankman-Fried’s renewed request for temporary release from jail before his upcoming trial should be denied, according to the U.S. government. дальше »

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Buenos Aires Releases Blockchain Digital Identity Solution Powered by zkSync's ZK Proofs

Citizens of Buenos Aires can access the identity solution, the QuarkID wallet, where they can store their birth and marriage certificates, according to the city government. дальше »

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Ethereum futures ETFs could start trading next week — Bloomberg analyst

An impending U.S. government shutdown may be accelerating the launch of Ether futures ETFs, analysts suggest.

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Biden administration rumored to be working on executive order requiring disclosure of outsized power consumption

An executive order from the Biden administration could compel cloud computing companies to report excess power usage to the U.S. government, Semafor reported on Sept. 27. Based on statements from anonymous sources, the expected order will require cloud computing companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to disclose when a customer rents a certain amount of […] The post Biden administration rumored to be working on executive order requiring disclosure of outsized power consumption appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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U.S. government shutdown looms, creating uncertainty in crypto market

With the U.S. government shutdown on the horizons, the crypto market faces growing uncertainty amid key economic events, challenging traditional investment norms. дальше »

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US Targets Crypto Wallet In Crackdown On Mexican Cartel’s Fentanyl Trade

The Office of Foreign Assets Control of the United States government blacklisted a Mexican drug dealer for utilizing crypto to import the strong and deadly synthetic opioid narcotic fentanyl into the country. дальше »

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SEC delays decision on ARK Invest Bitcoin ETF

The SEC has delayed its decision on the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF decision to early 2024. Also delayed is the Global X Bitcoin Trust application. Analysts expect the regulator to delay other proposals amid the likelihood of a US government shutdown. дальше »

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