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Bankruptcy judge signs off on $450M FTX-Voyager settlement

According to the terms of the deal, FTX will “relinquish any and all rights” to $450 million Voyager Digital has claimed from the crypto exchange.

South Korea looks to upgrade status of crypto crime unit

The temporary unit is reportedly being transformed into a permanent department as enforcement actions rise dramatically in South Korea.

Binance sued in Canada, CZ could serve 36 months in prison: Law Decoded

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is under legal pressure in Canada and the Philippines, while U.S. prosecutors are demanding 36 months in prison for Changpeng Zhao.

Price analysis 4/29: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, TON, DOGE, ADA

Bitcoin and altcoins are falling toward strong support levels, which appear likely to hold in the short term.

Avalanche integrates with Stripe for fiat-to-crypto onboarding

Avalanche C-Chain users can now buy AVAX directly within Web3 apps by using a widget supplied by Stripe.

68% of Runes are in the red — Are they really an upgrade for Bitcoin?

Bitcoin Runes’ debut stirred controversy with high fees and poor initial returns, but supporters say the tokens upgrade the Bitcoin network.

Lazarus Group laundered over $200M in hacked crypto since 2020

The notorious group of hackers has used a combination of crypto mixers and peer-to-peer marketplaces to launder the stolen funds.

SEC and Gensler believed Ether was security for at least a year

In April 2023, Gensler refused to answer repeated questions on whether the SEC believed Ether to be a security.

OpenAI announces new publishing deal as race to license content hots up

A new strategic partnership between OpenAI and Financial Times aims to integrate FT journalism into its AI models for more accurate and reliable information and sources.

US stablecoin bill to ‘cement’ dollar dominance, fight sanction evasion

The Lummis-Gillibrand Payment Stablecoin Act is a step in the right direction, but enactment in an election year may be difficult.

Circle’s USDC overtakes Tether’s USDT in stablecoin transactions — Visa

Despite Circle’s rising transaction count, Tether’s USDT still accounts for over 68% of the entire stablecoin market.

Omnity rolls out integration for no-fee Runes trading

Omnity protocol is launching an integration for trading of Rune tokens without gas or transaction fees.

Stablecoin firm Tether invests $200M in neurotech company

Tether’s brand new division, Tether Evo, has completed a $200 million strategic investment in the neural implant firm.

Bitcoin Runes fees surpass 1,200 BTC as miners reap rewards post-halving

Bitcoin miners are reaping the benefits of Runes after the halving, with skyrocketing transaction fees lessening the impact of reduced block rewards.

Google says no 'straight line' between generative AI and unemployment — for now

A new study published by Google highlighted the economic repercussions of generative AI and its probable influence on employment trends and workforce dynamics.

Crypto on track to hit 1B users by end of 2025 — Analyst

More conservative estimates from the likes of the Boston Consulting Group predict that the crypto industry will reach its first billion users by 2030.

Hong Kong spot crypto ETFs debut tomorrow: 6 things to know

Before the launch of spot cryptocurrency ETFs in Hong Kong on April 30, the city’s ETF market accounts for 0.6% of the entire U.S. ETF market.

Filipinos face higher fees after Binance ban

Jay Ricky Villarante, the CEO of Moneybees, said that the decision to ban Binance reflects the importance of regulatory compliance and oversight in the industry.

The rise of DePINs: From noise pollution sensors to robo-cafes

Decentralize with Cointelegraph dives into the inner workings of DePINs and how they leverage blockchain to revolutionize real-world applications.

Worst month since 2022 bear market? 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin is on course for 12% losses in April, and with the monthly close just days away, it could end up sparking the weakest BTC price action in more than a year.

Lido Finance hits 1M validators, fueling the growth of DeFi

Lido, the largest liquid staking protocol, controls over 28.5% of all staked Ether, as liquid staking remains the largest DeFi protocol category.

Dubai does for crypto what Silicon Valley did for tech — Gov’t affairs firm CEO

NH Management’s Tao Xiao explained that VARA’s objective is not to hinder progress but to secure the market’s integrity.

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Thai regulator cracks down on deceptive crypto ads

Regulators from key crypto markets, including the United Kingdom and Spain, have also taken similar measures against misleading crypto advertisements to minimize losses from crypto investments.

OpenAI hit with privacy complaint in Austria, potential EU law breach

Austrian data rights group Noyb filed a privacy complaint against OpenAI, accusing its ChatGPT of providing false information and potentially breaching EU privacy regulations.

Mango Markets’ Eisenberg charged with possession of child porn

Court documents allege that Eisenberg possessed sexually explicit images of minors on his electronic devices, including images of prepubescent minors and minors under 12 years of age.

Bitcoin top $70K or $210K? Analysts, price models clash over BTC cycle peak

Veteran trader Peter Brandt sparked debate after suggesting BTC may have already hit its peak this cycle, but even he didn’t put much stock in the theory.

Australia’s top exchange may approve spot Bitcoin ETFs this year: Report

Australia’s spot Bitcoin ETFs could see $3 billion to $4 billion of inflows within the first three years, according to Monochrome CEO Jeff Yew.

Solo Bitcoin miner wins the 3.125 BTC lottery, solving valid block

The solo miner netted around $200,000 in rewards for validating block 841,286.

DOJ’s Tornado Cash arguments show ‘obvious disdain for privacy’ — Lawyer

DeFi Education Fund’s legal chief said the prosecutors’ arguments against Roman Storm’s motion to dismiss were “filled with technical inaccuracies.”

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