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"Phoenix and Wasabi Exit U.S. Market Amid Tightening Regulations on Self-Custody Wallets"

"Phoenix and Wasabi Exit U.S. Market Amid Tightening Regulations on Self-Custody Wallets"

Bitcoin wallet providers ACINQ, with its Phoenix Wallet, and zkSNACKs, the company behind Wasabi Wallet, have announced their exit from the U.S. market in response to the recent crackdown on two major self-custody cryptocurrency wallet providers. Both ACINQ and zkSNACKs have raised concerns about whether self-custody wallet providers can

Worldcoin Developers Consider Partnership with OpenAI and PayPal

Worldcoin Developers Consider Partnership with OpenAI and PayPal

Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency initiative under the Tools for Humanity banner, is reportedly exploring partnership opportunities with artificial intelligence startup OpenAI and payment service PayPal, according to Bloomberg sources. The move comes as the project faces regulatory challenges across various global jurisdictions. Tools for Humanity, the company behind Worldcoin, is seeking

ViaBTC Sells 'Epic Satoshi' for 33.3 BTC Valued at $2.13 Million on CoinEx Exchange in a Landmark Blockchain Auction

ViaBTC Sells 'Epic Satoshi' for 33.3 BTC Valued at $2.13 Million on CoinEx Exchange in a Landmark Blockchain Auction

Mining pool ViaBTC has successfully sold a unique blockchain asset known as the "Epic Satoshi" for 33.3 BTC, which was worth approximately $2.13 million at the time of the transaction. This notable sale took place on the cryptocurrency exchange CoinEx, during an auction that spanned about

Changpeng Zhao Apologizes for "Wrong Decisions," Takes Full Responsibility Amid Legal Challenges

Changpeng Zhao Apologizes for "Wrong Decisions," Takes Full Responsibility Amid Legal Challenges

Former CEO of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, Changpeng Zhao, known as CZ, has issued an apology and taken full responsibility for "wrong decisions" related to his management of the company. This comes as part of a letter to Judge Richard A. Jones, who is overseeing his case, a detail

Arkham Uncovers Dozens of Cryptocurrency Wallets with Millions of Dollars Stuck in Blockchain Bridges

Arkham Uncovers Dozens of Cryptocurrency Wallets with Millions of Dollars Stuck in Blockchain Bridges

Arkham Intelligence has recently disclosed a significant discovery involving dozens of cryptocurrency wallets containing assets that are stranded within various blockchain bridges. This revelation includes wallets linked to prominent crypto exchanges and key figures within the cryptocurrency sphere. These accounts, some associated with major names like the exchange Coinbase, contain

Notcoin Team Announces New Launch Date for NOT Token in Late April 2024, Shifts Away from Initial Planned Date to Ensure a Smooth Rollout Amid Potential 35 Million User Onboarding

Notcoin Team Announces New Launch Date for NOT Token in Late April 2024, Shifts Away from Initial Planned Date to Ensure a Smooth Rollout Amid Potential 35 Million User Onboarding

The Notcoin team has officially revealed the new launch timeline for their anticipated NOT token. Initially scheduled for April 20th, the date has been postponed to ensure a flawless launch. This decision came after considerations related to the bitcoin halving event originally set for the same date, which was seen

FTX to Auction Next Batch of Solana Tokens Amid High Demand

FTX to Auction Next Batch of Solana Tokens Amid High Demand

FTX, the cryptocurrency exchange that collapsed under dramatic circumstances, is preparing for another significant move in its ongoing liquidation efforts. The company is set to auction off a new batch of Solana tokens, responding to the high demand for this particular digital asset. Already, FTX has sold two-thirds of its

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Labels Bitcoin a 'Decentralized Ponzi Scheme,' Questions Cryptocurrency's Future While Acknowledging Blockchain's Value

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Labels Bitcoin a 'Decentralized Ponzi Scheme,' Questions Cryptocurrency's Future While Acknowledging Blockchain's Value

In a recent interview with Bloomberg, Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan, reiterated his critical stance on Bitcoin, describing it as a "decentralized Ponzi scheme." Dimon has been known for his skeptical views on cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin, which he believes lacks a promising future and exhibits all the

EigenLayer Removes Limits on Deposits, Enhancing Liquid Staking Token Delegation

EigenLayer Removes Limits on Deposits, Enhancing Liquid Staking Token Delegation

In a significant development for cryptocurrency staking, the EigenLayer restacking protocol team has announced an important update: the removal of deposit limits. This change opens up new opportunities for token holders to participate more freely in the network's activities, particularly in liquid staking. For those looking to delegate

X Plans to Expand Paid Subscription for All New Users to Combat Bot Issues

X Plans to Expand Paid Subscription for All New Users to Combat Bot Issues

Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, is likely to introduce a paid annual subscription for all new users. This strategy, confirmed by owner Elon Musk, aims to effectively tackle the platform's persistent bot problem. Historically, a similar subscription model was implemented for users in New Zealand