Category: crypto
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Major leadership shift at HK Asia Holdings as Bitcoin Magazine takes the helm
Bitcoin Magazine has announced key leadership changes in HK Asia Holdings, solidifying its presence in Asia. John Edwin Riggins has been appointed as the new CEO, with Jason Fang as Chairman. This marks Bitcoin Magazine’s first entry into Asia’s public markets, aiming to expand Bitcoin’s influence in traditional finance and drive a transformative initiative in…
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REX introduces BMAX ETF for Bitcoin-backed corporate bond access
REX Shares has launched the Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond (BMAX) ETF, allowing investors to access convertible bonds issued by companies using debt to acquire Bitcoin. The fund targets firms incorporating Bitcoin into their treasuries, following the lead of Strategy. BMAX aims to simplify access to these bonds in a structured, regulated manner.
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Tether to benefit greatly from current US stablecoin regulation
Galaxy head of research believes the GENIUS Act could benefit Tether by allowing it to operate under flexible conditions. The bill would not require Tether to register onshore but would impose restrictions on non-registered stablecoin issuers. The Senate Banking Committee approved the bill with bipartisan support, providing pathways for Tether to register in the US.
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Democrat lawmaker calls on Treasury to abandon Trump’s Bitcoin reserve plans
Rep. Gerald E. Connolly criticized the US Treasury Department’s plan to establish a strategic Bitcoin reserve and digital asset stockpile. He condemned the effort as fiscally irresponsible and politically motivated, warning that it could benefit President Donald Trump and his allies. Connolly called for immediate halt to the initiative and raised concerns about conflicts of…
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Argentina introduces new regulatory framework for stringent crypto oversight
Argentina’s CNV has introduced new regulations for virtual asset service providers (PSAVs) to ensure transparency and consumer protection in the crypto sector. The rules mandate registration, cybersecurity, anti-money laundering, and asset custody standards. The framework, approved after public consultation, aims to balance effective regulation with fostering innovation and industry growth. Compliance deadlines for registration vary…
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Excessive fundraising weakens VC confidence in crypto startups despite regulatory improvements
Venture capital funding for crypto startups in the US has not recovered despite regulatory clarity. Excessive capital inflows in 2021 and 2022 did not result in proportional returns, damaging investor confidence. Many funded projects have failed, leading to skepticism. However, VC funding has surpassed $1 billion monthly since December 2024.
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VanEck files S-1 application to launch spot AVAX ETF
VanEck has filed an S-1 registration statement with the SEC for a proposed Avalanche ETF, offering direct exposure to AVAX. The ETF will hold AVAX and value shares based on the MarketVector Avalanche Benchmark Rate. This move follows VanEck’s registration of the ETF in Delaware, signaling a push for altcoin ETFs beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.…
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Bitcoin’s rise turns 2017 theft into multimillion-pound scandal for UK officer
Paul Chowles, a National Crime Agency officer, has been charged with multiple offenses related to the alleged theft of 50 Bitcoin in 2017, valued at £60,000 at the time. The case is being handled by the Crown Prosecution Service, with Chowles due to appear in court in April. The NCA, as the UK’s leading agency…
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Three Arrows Capital wins court approval to expand FTX claim to $1.53B
A US bankruptcy court ruled in favor of Three Arrows Capital (3AC), allowing them to increase their claim against FTX to $1.53 billion. FTX objected, claiming the revisions came too late and would disrupt their restructuring process. The court dismissed FTX’s objections, criticizing their lack of transparency and cooperation.
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Trump-backed DeFi project WLFI closes raise surpassing goal reaching $590 million
President Donald Trump’s family DeFi project, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), has raised approximately $590 million through its WLFI token sale, making it one of the top ten largest token fundraising events in the crypto industry. The project aims to launch a decentralized trading platform where token holders can participate in governance and decision-making processes. WLFI…