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Japanese Power Giant TEPCO Explores ‘Green’ Bitcoin Mining

The company aims to prevent the waste of renewable energy caused by curtailment and encourage the broader adoption of Bitcoin mining.

Fractal Bitcoin: The Impact on Mining Revenues — A Boon or a Bane?

In August 2024, Bitcoin mining revenue hit its lowest point since September 2023, generating $827.56 million in fees.

Federal Reserve Issues Cease and Desist Order to Texas Bank Over Crypto Servicing

The US Federal Reserve reported finding "significant deficiencies" in the bank's handling of crypto clients and its risk management...

Bitcoin ATM Scams Spike 1,000% Since 2020: FTC Issues Warning

With the rise in BTC ATM scams, especially against older adults, the FTC and industry leaders emphasise the need for vigilance.

Unusual Heist: Home Invaders Wield Machete and Toblerone to Steal Bitcoin

Scottish authorities tracked and seized BTC stolen during a 2020 home invasion, marking the first instance in Scotland.

Vega Protocol’s Proposal: Shutting the Chain and Launching a New Token

The decentralised trading blockchain, Vega Protocol, anticipates its alpha mainnet chain will cease operations within the next three months.

HashKey and Kaia Partner to Accelerate Web3 Adoption in Asia

HashKey Group's Web3 adoption and collaboration aligns with the Kaia-Finschia merger and the launch of Kaia's new mainnet.

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Sees $13.5M Outflow: Market Impact?

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF experienced its second-ever day of outflows as Bitcoin's price fell below $59,000.

AI Crypto Tokens Face Volatility Following Mixed Nvidia Earnings Report

AI-related tokens declined as Nvidia's Q2 earnings exceeded Wall Street estimates but didn't meet investor expectations.

Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval to Launch Bitcoin Index Options Introduction

Options enable institutional investors to manage risks and give traders the ability to increase their buying power.

Nigeria’s SEC Issues First Licence to Local Crypto Exchange

As the regulatory landscape continues to develop, other local exchanges are expected to follow Quidax and comply with the SEC's...

Mac Users Warned of ‘Cthulhu’ Malware Targeting Cryptocurrency Wallets

The malware targets explicitly popular cryptocurrency wallets such as MetaMask, Coinbase, and Binance on macOS operating systems.

Rumpel Labs to Launch Innovative Platform for Tokenising Airdrop Points

According to Rumpel Lab, the protocol seeks to address longstanding limitations of tokenising airdrop points.

AI Tokens Surge as Nvidia’s Earnings Report Sparks Investor Excitement

AI-based crypto assets have soared by up to 70% over the past week, with attention focused on Nvidia's upcoming earnings report.

Australia Regulator Claims Victory Over Kraken’s Bit Trade In Federal Court

An Australian court found that Bit Trade offered a product without meeting design and distribution requirements and violated its law.

DBS Bank Pilots Blockchain System for Transparent Grant Disbursement

The blockchain solution builds on DBS Bank's involvement in Project Orchid, a MAS initiative, to explore the advantages of tokenisation.

Abu Dhabi Proposes Framework for Fiat-Referenced Tokens

Fiat-referenced tokens are stablecoins backed by liquid assets denominated in the same currency as the token.

El Salvador Introduces Bitcoin Certifications for Civil Servants

The Salvadoran government plans to enhance the skills of 80,000 employees through a thorough Bitcoin certification program.

Dubai Court Approves Crypto as Valid Salary Payment

The recent ruling marks a notable shift in the legal acknowledgement of cryptocurrencies, aligning the UAE with global developments.

Nigeria’s Tax Authority Proposes New Crypto Regulation Bill

The FIRS's effort to regulate crypto and modernise tax laws aligns with a broader movement in Nigeria to embrace and manage digital assets.

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