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US enforcement agencies are turning up the heat on crypto-related crime

How governments decide to go after crimes committed with crypto could color the industry’s public perception and how the space is regulated.

How blockchain can help reimagine a new state in Africa

Eche Emole, the co-founder of Afropolitan, explains how the nation-state experiment has failed, especially in Africa, and how blockchain can be used to reimagine a new state.

Chainalysis breaks down how scammers adapt during the bear market

As crypto traders became wary of making investment decisions amid the Terra collapse in 2022, scammers shifted to free giveaways and romance scams.

Aussie crypto exchange hints interest in Hong Kong base, but it’ll depend

The CEO of Independent Reserve says Hong Kong's "friendly" licensing regime makes it a worthy destination to set up shop, but there are other factors to consider.

Xapo Bank to enable USDC deposits and withdrawals

According to the Bitcoin custodian, utilizing the USDC stablecoin will allow members to deposit and withdraw funds without fees.

Deloitte dives into immersive experiences as more industries turn to Web3

The Big 4 accounting firm is betting on immersive experiences and other Web3 solutions to address various corporate needs.

French lawmakers propose ban on crypto influencer promotions

According to the proposal, individuals caught violating these prohibitions could face a two-year prison sentence and a 30,000 euro fine.

Blockchain messaging is going to replace Telegram and Discord

Your crypto wallet will become your mailbox and offer functionalities that Web2 messaging platforms like Discord and Telegram can only dream about.

7 free learning resources to land top data science jobs

Discover seven free resources to learn data science and land top jobs.

Circle CSO Twitter account breached by scammers

"Any links to offers are scams. We are investigating the situation and taking action accordingly," wrote USDC issuer Circle.

Tether CTO on USDC depeg: ‘Bitcoin maxis were right all along’ | PBW 2023

Paolo Ardoino said that recent events in the crypto space demonstrate that Bitcoiners were right and that Bitcoin is the “ultimate way” to hold wealth.

Multi-chain wallet BitKeep raises $30M at $300M valuation

The firm previously raised $15M at a $100M valuation in May 2022.

Creating ‘organic’ generative art from robotic algorithms: Emily Xie, NFT Creator

New York NFT artist Emily Xie explores the tension between creativity and “cold and robotic” algorithms. Punk6529 and DC Investor are collectors.

PBW 2023 explores the current state of the blockchain space

Circle’s chief strategy officer Dante Disparte said at a Paris Blockchain Week panel that while the chain is currently not strong, people are continuing to build and develop.

Ethereum as a deflationary asset, explained

Deflationary tokens like Ethereum are the key to differentiating Web3 ecosystems from traditional capital markets.

Visa: Token bridges were a favored target for thieves in 2022

The fraudsters would normally exploit the smart contracts to allow for the approval of unauthorized transactions.

Nigeria CBDC adoption spikes as fiat currency shortage grip the nation

The acute cash shortage in Nigeria was due to the central bank’s decision to replace older bank notes with bigger denominations amid rising inflation.

US Senator Ted Cruz tries again with new bill to block CBDC

Ted Cruz said it is “more important than ever” to ensure the financial privacy of American citizens is preserved.

‘Crypto FUD’ — Industry outraged as White House report slams crypto

The report included 35 pages seemingly aimed at debunking the merits of crypto assets.

Web2 giants coming into Web3 could benefit ecosystem — PBW founder

Paris Blockchain Week founder Michael Amar believes large Web2 companies entering the Web3 space bring resources capable of increasing mass adoption.

CCP Games secures $40M funding for upcoming Web3 game

The financing was led by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Makers Fund, BITKRAFT, Kingsway Capital and HASHED, among others.

DeFi insurance payouts amounted to $34.4M in 2022: Report

Ninety percent of all DeFi insurance claims paid out since inception were distributed in 2022, according to OpenCover.

7 real-world cloud computing examples to know

From streaming videos to cloud storage solutions, cloud computing has become an integral part of our everyday lives.

ZenGo uncovers 'red pill attack' vulnerability in popular Web3 apps

The vulnerability has since been patched, although it affected a number of leading transaction simulation vendors.

Neal Stephenson on the metaverse: ‘It's happening in a different way’

Author Neal Stephenson said that many Web3 problems come from projects wanting to financialize everything very quickly.

Best and worst countries for crypto taxes — plus crypto tax tips

So you’ve struck it rich in crypto? You’ll want to head to one of these countries to keep your newfound wealth.

Web3 a hot topic at SXSW despite bear market and declining interest in NFTs

Web3 was a major theme at SXSW 2023, yet previous hype around NFTs and building during a bear market may be contributing factors to Web3 adoption.

OKX latest proof-of-reserves reveal $8.9B in assets

Lennix Lai, managing director of Global Institutional at OKX spoke with Cointelegraph about what it means to be transparent in a post-FTX and SVB crypto industry.

History of money: From fiat to crypto, explained

Money’s history is extensive, yet modern currencies are primarily supported by the state’s management of the economy and inflation through fiat currency.

Arbitrum token finds its way to OTC market before the airdrop

Following the Arbitrum airdrop announcement, crypto users who have been eligible for the airdrop are already selling them in OTC markets.

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