Former White House official will lead Ripple’s policy and government arm
Ripple’s newest head of U.S. public policy previously worked in similar roles at Softbank Group, Zoom, and Lyft following six years in government. Go to Source
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Crypto bills could be delayed as many prepare for US gov’t shutdown
Bills focused on crypto regulation, market structure, and stablecoins could all be put on hold if U.S. lawmakers don’t reach a decision on government spending by Sept. 30. Go to Source
Binance exit aftershock: Can one resignation tip the crypto trust scales?
The announcement of yet another top figure departing Binance coincided with an increased outflow of funds from the crypto platform. But can one executive resignation really have such an impact? Go to Source
Redefining Money: America’s digital currency dilemma
As the United States House Financial Services Committee looks to further impede the introduction of a digital dollar, where does this resistance to a CBDC stem from? Go to Source
Signal hints at leaving UK market following passage of online safety bill
Critics of the U.K. Online Safety Bill had pushed for amendments prior to passage, claiming the legislation could allow authorities a backdoor for end-to-end encryption services. Go to Source
Interest rate hikes may pause very soon — Here’s why
This week, The Market Report discusses Bitcoin’s recent price action and the upcoming FOMC meeting, where some speculate interest rates might be paused. Go to Source
Indian state governments spur blockchain adoption in public administration
Numerous initiatives by local and state governments in India — from data management systems to verifiable certificate issuances — currently use blockchain technology. Go to Source
What a US government shutdown would do to Bitcoin
Marcel Pechman explains the myth of excess cash in U.S. households and the lack of sufficient savings, and how a U.S. government shutdown could impact Bitcoin. Go to Source
Five AI trends to look forward to in 2023 and beyond
From the growth of AI assistants to the rise of generative AI, here are some key trends that are expected to grow over the coming years. Go to Source
EU announces initiative to fast-track supercomputer access for AI startups
E.U. president Ursula von der Leyen also called for the organization of a global AI governance body during the 2023 E.U. State of the Union address. Go to Source