Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin has received regulatory approval from the NYDFS, enabling its launch. The approval positions RLUSD to compete with major stablecoins like USDT and USDC, with Ripple planning partnerships and expansion into the DeFi space.
WeatherlyPresident-elect Trump has named former SEC commissioner Paul Atkins to replace Gary Gensler as SEC Chair, a move seen as crypto-friendly. Praised by Trump as a "proven leader" with regulatory expertise, Atkins' appointment has garnered support from the crypto community, including Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse. Does this mark a new chapter for crypto regulation, leaving Gensler's contentious policies behind?
CatherineA recent speech by SEC Chairman has left many speculating about his potential resignation from the SEC.
XingChiThe cryptocurrency community is enraged after Chris Larsen, co-founder of Ripple, revealed that he had made an additional $10 million donation in XRP to support Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign.
XingChiRipple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed that Citigroup terminated his banking relationship due to his involvement in the crypto industry, highlighting the growing issue of de-banking for crypto professionals. He criticised the Biden administration's regulatory stance and expressed optimism for a more favourable crypto environment after the upcoming presidential elections.
AnaisDonald Trump has raised approximately $7.5 million in cryptocurrency donations for his 2024 presidential campaign, with major contributions coming from Bitcoin, Ether, and XRP. The influx of crypto donations reflects his shift from a critic to a pro-crypto candidate, gaining support from key figures in the industry.
AnaisDespite ongoing regulatory challenges in the US, Japan and BRICS continue to embrace Ripple (XRP) and its infrastructure.
XingChiRipple's CEO Brad Garlinghouse slams the SEC for ignoring a court ruling declaring XRP non-security, escalating the regulatory conflict.
Xu LinRipple’s Chris Larsen has donated $1 million in XRP to support Kamala Harris, joining other crypto advocates who believe her administration could offer a softer stance on blockchain regulation.
WenJunThe XRP community has launched a petition urging the SEC to drop its "baseless" appeal in the Ripple case. The petition has gained over 10,000 signatures, highlighting frustration with the four-year legal battle. Will this pressure end the lawsuit, or will it persist?
CatherineJiashi Fund's CEO reveals that mainland Chinese investors may be able to trade Bitcoin spot ETFs within two years. U.S. media highlights that Bitcoin has moved to the forefront of the American political agenda.
AlexAlexey Pertsev, the creator of Tornado Cash, has been convicted of laundering $1.2B and sentenced to 64 months in jail, signalling potentially far-reaching consequences for developers working on open-source code projects.
CatherineMemecoins, like GME and others, ride on hype and social media buzz, skyrocketing in value but often lacking real-world use, leading to scams and massive losses for investors. While some see memecoins as a gateway to crypto, others warn of manipulation and regulatory challenges, urging for balanced regulation to protect investors.
AnaisBitcoin receives a significant positive boost as Vanguard plans to appoint former BlackRock executive Salim Ramji as its new CEO, who holds a friendly stance towards cryptocurrencies.
WeiliangChengdu police have cracked a major underground money exchange operation using USDT as a medium, involving an amount up to 13.8 billion yuan.
AlexThe emergence of crypto has brought about significant changes across multiple industries, including gambling. But with perks like anonymity, faster transactions, and the likes, will crypto trading become a gambling addiction instead?
KikyoThe Apple Vision Pro, amidst initial excitement, faces declining sales and user interest due to high pricing and usability issues, while Meta's strategic collaborations with Lufthansa and Tencent signal its aggressive push into VR markets.
WeatherlyBitget aims to mirror major exchanges by initiating an on-chain ecosystem with a $10M fund, boosting its Web3 presence and native token utility.
MiyukiChengdu police have cracked a major underground money exchange operation using USDT as a medium, involving an amount up to 13.8 billion yuan.
AlexIn a research report on Wednesday (May 15), BTIG stated that the latest Bitcoin halving has reduced the block reward from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC, causing less efficient mining equipment to go offline as miner income dropped to a level equivalent to a Bitcoin price of around $30,000.
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