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A16z proposes a set of licenses especially for NFTs, based on Creative Commons model

The six licensing templates devised by VC firm Andreessen Horowitz are irrevocable and amendable, and give creators the power to set five variables for the future use of their works.

DC Attorney General sues Michael Saylor and MicroStrategy for tax evasion

"If you enjoy all the benefits of living in our great city while refusing to pay your fair share in taxes, we will hold you accountable,” said DC Attorney General Karl Racine.

Get ready for the feds to start indicting NFT wash traders

Securities and Exchange Commission regulators should move to protect investors from traders who distort the NFT market with manipulative trades — and they probably will soon.

Accomplice of 'Cryptoqueen' Ruja Ignatova faces extradition to US: Report

The British national facing extradition was allegedly involved in laundering $105 million through the crypto Ponzi scheme OneCoin starting in 2014.

Will Ethereum 2.0 be vulnerable to censorship? Industry professional explains

Ryan Berckmans, Ethereum community member and investor, discussed the potential consequences that the Tornado Cash ban could have on the future of the network.

Georgia aims to adopt European crypto standards for Anti-Money Laundering

One of the most crypto-friendly countries in the world wants to synchronize its crypto regulations with associated rules in the European Union.

US Congressman to review all Binance US files related to consumer safety

The CEO of Binance US was reached out by a Subcommittee chairman for producing various documents — in an attempt to help review the measure taken to protect investors.

President of Paraguay vetoes crypto regulation law

The bill was approved by the nation's Senate in July as low-energy costs continue to boost mining activities in the country.

Crypto 'cannot be partisan,' says US lawmaker who scored negative on bipartisanship index: Report

"This is literally about looking at America and opportunities for Americans," according to Minnesota Representative Tom Emmer.

Thai SEC alleges Bitkub CTO committed insider trading

“The act of Mr. Wajanasathian is an offense of buying KUB coins by being a person who knows or possesses inside information,” said Thailand's financial regulator.

Crypto developers should work with the SEC to find common ground

Developers, investors and regulators can establish best practices and raise the quality of cryptocurrency development by working together.

‘We need to learn what regulation works and what holds us back’ — hedge fund exec

Jaime Baeza said that the fast-paced environment and regulatory uncertainty are some of the challenges institutions face in Web3.

Russian PM takes cue from Iran’s crypto payment permit for imports

The adoption of digital assets provides a good opportunity to ensure uninterrupted payments for imports and exports, Russia's prime minister said.

Wanted Turkish crypto exchange founder detained in Albania

Albanian authorities have Faruk Fatih Özer in custody, waiting for questioning and cooperation with the Turkish government.

Billions are spent marketing crypto to sports fans — Is it worth it?

VanEck BTC ETF delayed, Bitcoin Depot plans public listing and Huobi gets flagged: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 21-27

Hodlnaut now placed under creditor protection after freezing withdrawals

Hodlnaut froze withdrawals and all other services on its platform on Aug. 8, citing a liquidity crisis and turbulent market conditions.

Iranian businesses get the green light to use crypto for imports

Iran's Trade ministry has approved the use of cryptocurrency payments for imports in a bid to bolster trade in the country.

Argentina's Mendoza province now accepting crypto for taxes and fees

The New Mendoza Tax Administration crypto payment service turned on as of Aug. 24.

Ripple counsel: SEC's shakedowns leave consumers holding the bag

The response comes as Ripple Labs and other critics believe the SEC has overstepped its mark on the enforcement of the crypto space.

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