Solana Based AI Project Grass Announces Final Epoch of Closed Beta

Grass, an artificial intelligence (AI) based web crawling project that uses the Solana network, has announced the end of its closed beta version with its final epoch. Grass stated that the beta allowed it to verify that it can reach 100% of the web, with only two companies also capable of doing it, capturing and … Read more

SEC Enforcement Director Calls for Stronger Crypto Regulation Citing Rising Investor Harm

Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s Division of Enforcement, addressed crypto regulation at the William & Mary Business Law Review’s Symposium earlier this month. He stressed the need to enforce federal securities laws in the evolving crypto market. Grewal noted that the principles-based definition of securities from the 1946 … Read more

Justin Sun Endorses Donald Trump After Assassination Attempt, Citing Crypto Industry Benefits

TRON founder Justin Sun has publicly endorsed former U.S. President and current presidential candidate Donald Trump in the upcoming election, citing his potential to provide a more favorable environment for the cryptocurrency industry. In a social media post, Sun expressed his hope for the President’s speedy recovery and praised Trump as a better choice for … Read more

Nigerian Judge to Rule on Binance Tax Evasion Case in October

Nigerian Justice Emeka Nwite recently set October 11 as the date for ruling in the trial of Binance Holdings Limited, a popular cryptocurrency platform. The platform and its two directors face a four-count tax evasion charge for failing to register with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Binance’s lawyer Ayodele Omotilewa pleaded not guilty to … Read more

TRUMP Meme Coin Soars After Attack on Former US President

Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the meme token associated with his name, maga (TRUMP), jumped over 40% against the U.S. dollar. The token experienced a wide intraday trading range, fluctuating between a low of $6.18 per coin and a 24-hour high of $9.68. At 8:30 p.m. EDT on Saturday, several hours … Read more

US Lawmakers Submit Resolution Urging Nigeria to Release Jailed Binance Executive

U.S. lawmakers have submitted a resolution calling on the Nigerian government to immediately release the jailed Binance executive, Tigran Gambaryan. In the resolution submitted to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the lawmakers urge the United States government to utilize all available resources to secure Gambaryan’s release. The resolution also asks the Biden administration to formally … Read more

Global Crypto Advocacy Movement Reaches Canada

Stand with Crypto, a global movement advocating for sensible crypto innovation and policy, has expanded to Canada. Originating in the U.S. with over 1.1 million advocates, the movement is now active in the UK and aims to amplify Canadian voices. With approximately 5 million crypto holders in Canada, there is significant support for blockchain technology … Read more

Riot Platforms’ Bid Spurs Special Shareholders Meeting at Bitfarms

Bitfarms Ltd. has scheduled a special shareholders meeting for Oct. 29, 2024, in response to a requisition from Riot Platforms, Inc. The announcement on Friday claims Riot aims to disrupt Bitfarms’ ongoing strategic review process and acquire the company. The special committee of independent directors, after extensive deliberation and advice from financial and legal advisors, … Read more

Hiro Systems Applauds SEC Decision to Close Stacks Investigation

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Stacks, a Bitcoin scaling network, and its original developer, Hiro Systems, with no recommended enforcement actions. This investigation began in 2021 despite claims by network contributors that Stacks’ token sale was SEC-qualified. Hiro Systems praised the SEC’s decision, reaffirming its commitment to regulatory … Read more

Final Fantasy Publisher Square Enix Invests in Soccer Metaverse Game on the Polygon Blockchain

Soccerverse, a massively multiplayer football management game, has successfully raised $3.1 million in a strategic funding round led by renowned games industry publisher Square Enix, with additional participation from early investor Hiro Capital. This brings the total funding to $4 million. Founded by ex-Soccer Manager CEO Andrew Gore and blockchain gaming pioneers Andrew Colosimo and … Read more