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Rapper Iggy Azalea to Launch Crypto-Powered Online Casino ‘Motherland’ in November

Iggy Azalea is set to shock the online gambling world with the launch of her new crypto-powered casino, Motherland, in November 2024. Powered by her Solana memecoin, MOTHER, the casino will offer a variety of games, including slots, blackjack, roulette, poker, and sports betting. The launch is part of Azalea’s broader strategy to build a … Read more

Ethereum Foundation Cashes Out: 300 ETH Sold in Latest Move

The AI-powered sleuth Spot On Chain dropped a bombshell on X today: the Ethereum Foundation just offloaded 300 ETH, pocketing a cool 763,092 DAI. “Overall, since the beginning of September, the Ethereum Foundation has sold 950 ETH ($2.27M) at an average price of $2,392, with sales occurring every 4-7 days,” Spot On Chain dished out … Read more

Microstrategy Acquires 7,420 Bitcoin, Firm Now Holds 252,220 BTC

Microstrategy, led by Michael Saylor, has just completed a billion-dollar private offering before acquiring 7,420 bitcoin for approximately $458.2 million at an average price of $61,750 per coin. The company now holds 252,220 bitcoin, purchased for roughly $9.9 billion at an average price of $39,266 per coin. The year-to-date bitcoin yield stands at 17.8 percent, … Read more

Solana Mobile Unveils Seeker, Its Next Web3 Focused Phone

Solana Mobile unveiled its next Web3 Phone, the successor to the Solana Saga, its first product. The phone, referred to previously as “Chapter 2,” is now called the Seeker, and has been confirmed to feature a 6.36” display, with 128GB of storage and 8GB of RAM, “a longer battery” and two cameras. The phone will … Read more

Crypto.com Gets Bahrain License, Amber Group Approved in Dubai

Crypto.com has secured a payment service provider (PSP) license from the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB). This license allows the crypto exchange to offer e-money and fiat-based payment services, including its prepaid cards, in the region. The approval adds to Crypto.com’s growing list of regulatory approvals worldwide, further solidifying its global presence. Meanwhile, Amber Group’s … Read more

Blockchain Industry Players Launch MiCA Crypto Alliance in the EU

The DLT Science Foundation (DSF) has announced its support for the launch of the MiCA Crypto Alliance, with Hedera, Ripple, and Aptos Foundation as founding members. This industry association aims to streamline and enhance compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, fostering a sustainable and compliant crypto ecosystem. The MiCA regulation, set … Read more

Crypto-Friendly Digital Bank Revolut Set to Launch Its Own Stablecoin

Crypto-friendly digital bank Revolut is set to launch its own stablecoin, marking a significant expansion of its crypto offerings. This move positions Revolut alongside major players like Paypal, Ripple, and Bitgo in the highly competitive stablecoin market. The London-based fintech company, which holds a UK banking license, aims to ensure compliance and safety with this … Read more

China’s Anti-Crypto Policies Threaten to Ripple Through Its Gaming Market

Chinese authorities’ recent actions to define crypto as a money laundering tool could influence the performance of its billion-dollar gaming industry. SCMP’s Hugh Harsono argues that these measures may affect games like Metacene, which has introduced cryptocurrencies as in-game currency. In addition, games that include play-to-earn components and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) could also be impacted … Read more

US Lawmaker Urges Release of Jailed Binance Employee

A U.S. lawmaker is calling for the release of a detained Binance executive in Nigeria. Representative James Hill believes the executive, Tigran Gambaryan, has significantly contributed to combating cybercrime in the U.S. and should not be abandoned. Hill expressed concern that the continued detention could strain diplomatic ties between the U.S. and Nigeria. Hill urged … Read more

DBS Bank to Launch OTC Crypto Options Trading for Institutional Clients in Q4 2024

DBS Bank, Singapore’s largest bank, has announced plans to launch over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options trading and structured notes for institutional clients in Q4 2024. This new offering will allow institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin and ethereum, the two largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The initiative aims to provide sophisticated tools for managing digital … Read more

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