China has introduced stricter regulations requiring banks to monitor and report suspicious cryptocurrency transactions. These measures are part of an ongoing effort to control digital asset trading and prevent illegal activities like cross-border gambling.
WeatherlyData from the Bank of Korea (BOK) has showed that the number of cryptocurrency investors in Korea has reached 15.59 million as of November, an increase of 610,000 compared to the previous month, representing more than 30% of Korea's entire population of approximately 51.23 million.
XingChiLuxury brands and businesses like Printemps, S.T. Dupont, and Virgin Voyages are now accepting Bitcoin as payment, driven by its record value of over $108,000. This shift highlights growing interest in cryptocurrency for high-end purchases despite challenges like consumer education and regulatory barriers.
WeatherlyMicrosoft shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to add Bitcoin to the company's balance sheet, with only 0.55% in support. The board expressed concerns about Bitcoin's volatility, despite acknowledging its potential as an inflation hedge.
WeatherlyEl Salvador and Argentina have signed an agreement to collaborate on cryptocurrency regulation and innovation in Latin America. The deal aims to share expertise, boost crypto growth, and strengthen the regulatory framework for digital assets in both countries.
AnaisFormer Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao Predicts China could beat the United States of America at building a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
XingChiBinance has not yet decided on its new global headquarters due to complexities like tax laws and talent acquisition challenges. Legal troubles, including Changpeng Zhao's legal issues and a $4.3 billion fine, have led Binance to restructure its leadership and adopt better governance strategies.
WeatherlyBilly Markus, the founder of Dogecoin, recently shared regret about selling 37.37 bitcoins in 2015 for $424,152.54 — a decision that would now be worth over $368 million. Despite stepping away from Dogecoin in 2015, Markus reflects on its impact as a cultural icon while highlighting its true value lies in its community and shared ideals, not just market performance.
WeatherlyBitcoin has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $100,000, while CZ remains unaffected by the surge, holding onto the same amount of Bitcoin. Binance Coin (BNB) also hit a record high, but CZ’s focus remains on Bitcoin’s long-term value rather than its fluctuating price.
WeatherlyMeitu sold its entire crypto portfolio, making nearly $80 million just before bitcoin’s surge above $100,000. The company plans to distribute 80% of the gains to shareholders and refocus on its AI-driven apps.
AnaisTether Treasury's substantial transfer of USDT tokens to Bitfinex, valued at $229,956,875, has stirred interest within the crypto community. As the market reacts to Bitcoin's recent swings and Tether's significant move, the impact on overall market dynamics remains to be seen.
Cheng YuanThe removal of its iOS and Chrome Extension wallets from the market is scheduled for November 1, 2023, although customers will still be able to access their wallets until October 1.
Coinlive The messaging feature will support the 1.3 million Ethereum addresses using the wallet that are human-readable and/or ENS-enabled.
nftnowTether, which is the largest stablecoin issuer by market capitalization, added its offshore Chinese Yuan (CNHT) to the Tron network.
OthersAs per the details from a tweet thread by Coinbase, iOS users will be unable to send NFTs from their wallets on iOS devices anymore.
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BitcoinistWith a peso-backed stablecoin, Tether is essentially “recreating the foreign exchange market with a Tether product,” Ardoino said.
CointelegraphCoinbase is rapidly expanding its product line this month, and some users can now access DeFi and other DApps on Ethereum through the Coinbase app.
CointelegraphThe total USDC supply on Ethereum has surpassed that of Tether, making the USDT supply on Ethereum second for the first time.
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