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The motion demands a report on using Bern's unused energy for Bitcoin mining, partnering with Swiss firms, and stabilizing electricity grids.
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Hong Kong proposes crypto tax exemptions to rival Singapore as financial hub
Hong Kong is moving to solidify its status as a financial and crypto hub by proposing tax exemptions for hedge funds, private equity funds, and high-net-worth family offices, the Financial Times reported on Nov. 28. The proposal, outlined in a 20-page government document, aims to bolster the city’s appeal to global asset managers and high-net-worth […] The post Hong Kong proposes crypto tax exemptions to rival...
Hong Kong to Waive Tax on Crypto Gains for Sophisticated Investors
Hong Kong's proposal also includes tax exemptions to pension and endowment funds, expanding the range of assets covered under existing law.
Dragon Ball, One Piece studio’s Web3 game, Sun is top Trump crypto holder: Asia Express
Dragon Ball and One Piece producer’s new blockchain game, Justin Sun is the largest investor in Donald Trump’s WLFI: Asia Express
Coinbase to halt USDC earn program on MiCA compliant regions
Coinbase will halt rewards for USD Coin (USDC) holders located in the European Economic Area (EEA) on Dec. 1 due to the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, according to an email sent to customers on Nov. 28. The exchange said the move is a result of the new requirements for e-money tokens, which is […] The post Coinbase to halt USDC earn program on MiCA compliant regions appeared first on CryptoSlate.
SecondLane shops Pump.fun equity stake at $1.5B FDV
The private market platform says $15 million in Pump.fun equity is for sale.
Swiss canton of Bern votes to study Bitcoin mining feasibility
Bern’s Bitcoin Parliamentary Group is calling the commissioning of the report a victory, although the executive branch is opposed to it.
North Korean hackers expand social engineering operation to IT firms: Report
The government of North Korea (DPRK) has reportedly employed various hacking groups, most notably the Lazarus Group, to seal crypto in recent years.
Swiss canton passes legislation to explore Bitcoin mining with surplus energy
Samuel Kullmann, a member of the Swiss canton of Bern parliament, passed legislation to explore Bitcoin (BTC) mining as a potential solution to address surplus electricity production in the region. Lawmakers have tasked the Executive Council with preparing a comprehensive report on how Bitcoin mining could utilize unused energy and contribute to stabilizing the electricity […] The post Swiss canton passes legislation...
Microsoft breakthrough signals quantum-exclusive future for blockchain mining
The new hardware could ultimately host a theoretical algorithm with the potential to transform proof-of-work.
CFTC to potentially lead digital asset regulation under Trump administration
The Trump administration is planning to expand the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) authority to oversee significant portions of the $3 trillion digital asset market, Fox Business reported on Nov. 28. The move would mark a pivotal shift in US crypto regulation, aiming to replace the current enforcement-heavy approach with a more innovation-friendly framework. CFTC […] The post CFTC to potentially lead...
ETH hits 5-month High, Hong Kong set to Cut Crypto Taxes, XT Hacked!
ETH hits 5-month high, leads majors higher. ETH beta-coins lead altcoins, led by DeFi & memes. Hong Kong set to announce zero taxes on crypto. Hyperliquid to launch HYPE with $310mn drop. XT hacked, all funds withdrawn for ETH. Stablecoins hit record $190bn market cap. Base breaks 10m transactions in one day. Metaplanet set to raise $62m to buy BTC. Vancouver mayor has “BTC friendly city” plans. SOS plans $50mn BTC...
Ethereum co-founder moves $72 million in ETH to Kraken
Ethereum (ETH) co-founder Jeffrey Wilcke transferred 20,000 ETH, equivalent to over $72 million, to Kraken on Nov. 28. His wallet still holds 106,006 ETH. CryptoQuant’s community analyst Maartunn highlighted that this is the fourth time Wilcke has transferred ETH to Kraken this year, surpassing $147 million. He first moved 4,300 ETH to the exchange on […] The post Ethereum co-founder moves $72 million in ETH to Kraken...
Crypto Holiday Gift Guide 2024
With the holiday season on the horizon, we present our annual festive round-up of the best crypto gifts for the Bitcoin fan in your life.
Tokenization can transform US markets if Trump clears the way
Trump’s presidency offers a unique opportunity to transform US financial markets through tokenization, but success hinges on reimagining regulatory frameworks.
Russia formalizes taxation framework for crypto, mining
Russia’s Federation Council has approved sweeping amendments to the nation’s Tax Code, formalizing the taxation framework for digital currencies like Bitcoin (BTC). The legislation, adopted on Nov. 27, represents a critical step toward regulating the rapidly growing crypto sector while ensuring compliance with tax laws. Comprehensive tax laws The new law, titled “On Amendments to […] The post Russia formalizes taxation...
4 reasons why $100K is the next logical step for Bitcoin
Bitcoin’s path to $100,000 is supported by strong ETF inflows, MicroStrategy’s continued accumulation, macroeconomic trends and miner confidence.
Publicly traded mining companies spend $3.6B on PP&E so far in 2024
Crypto mining hardware typically has a lifespan between 3-5 years on average and must be periodically upgraded to maintain profitability.
Crypto.com sponsors golf tournament with prize of $10M in CRO token
Crypto.com is sponsoring the first golf tournament with a crypto purse on Dec.14 in Las Vegas.
Partior Series B funding reaches $80M on Deutsche Bank investment
Deutsche Bank joins fellow investors Peak XV Partners, JP Morgan, Jump Trading Group, Standard Chartered, Temasek and Valor Capital Group.
Ethereum DeFi TVL hits 2-year high as activity on platforms like Uniswap, Aave soars
Ethereum’s DeFi sector is experiencing a revival, fueled by renewed market enthusiasm following Donald Trump’s election victory. The total value locked (TVL) in Ethereum’s DeFi ecosystem has surged past $80 billion, marking its highest level in over two years. These numbers come as key players like Aave and Uniswap have also achieved significant milestones during […] The post Ethereum DeFi TVL hits 2-year high as...
Ex-Binance employee sues UK exchange, alleging bribery: Report
Amrita Srivastava, who worked at Binance from 2022 to 2023, alleged reporting a bribe at the crypto exchange resulted in her dismissal.
Scroll refutes allegations of ‘predatory’ airdrop
Scroll’s native SCR token dropped roughly 32% on day one of trading after a controversial airdrop.
Need Gift-Buying Advice for That Special Someone? Our AI SantaBot is Here to Help
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Celo’s token drops as Coinbase skips Layer-2 migration support
Celo, a prominent Layer-1 blockchain, has seen its native token dump 5% after its upcoming transition to an Ethereum Layer-2 network within Optimism’s Superchain ecosystem turned “contentious.” On Nov. 27, Coinbase, the largest US-based crypto exchange, announced that it would not support Celo’s migration into a Layer 2 network. In contrast, Tether’s CEO Paolo Ardoino […] The post Celo’s token drops as Coinbase skips...
5 incredible use cases for Based Agents and Near’s AI Assistant
An investment advisor trained on Warren Buffett? An auto portfolio rebalancing tool? Based Agents and NEAR’s AI assistant can make it happen.
Ex-Binance Exec Brings Whistleblower Claim Alleging Bribery
A former exec at the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange sued the company, claiming that she was fired after raising bribery concerns.
Make-A-Wish International Is Asking for Crypto Donations
Children’s charity Make-A-Wish International is shaking the donation tin for Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDC this holiday season.
How U2U is redefining enterprise blockchain with DePIN: Report
Cointelegraph Research examines how the U2U Network leverages DePIN to solve enterprise challenges in scalability, security and compliance.
Telegram Game W-Coin Airdrop Gets a Brutal Inactivity Rule
W-Coin will start a daily burn of your tokens if you don’t log in for three days.
Telegram Game 'W-Coin' Will Start Burning Players' Airdrop Allotments—Here's Why
W-Coin will start a daily burn of your tokens if you don’t log in for three days.
MetaMask co-founder: Memecoins reveal Web3 and AI consent flaws
MetaMask co-founder Dan Finlay’s memecoin experiment highlights Web3’s struggles with consent, trust and investor expectations.
Crypto hackers steal $71M in November, bringing yearly total to $1.48B
Cryptocurrency hackers continue damaging the industry’s reputation as the yearly value stolen through cyberattacks nears $1.5 billion.
Bitcoin halving birthday: 12 years of limited supply and milestones
Bitcoin celebrates 12 years since its first halving event, with block rewards shrinking to 3.125 BTC and miners adapting to higher difficulty amid rising prices.
Bitwise Files To Turn $1.4 Billion Crypto Index Fund Into an ETF
One of crypto's oldest index funds aims for the big leagues as NYSE Arca files to list shares under new digital asset rules.