Bitwise files to list a spot Aptos ETF — the 36th largest cryptocurrency

Bitwise files to list a spot Aptos ETF — the 36th largest cryptocurrency

Crypto asset manager Bitwise is making headlines with its latest move to further diversify its offerings in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape. On March 5, 2023, Bitwise submitted an S-1 registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot Aptos exchange-traded fund (ETF). This initiative comes just eight days after the…

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US Senate Votes to Repeal IRS DeFi Reporting Rule

US Senate Votes to Repeal IRS DeFi Reporting Rule

In a significant move for the crypto community, the U.S. Senate has voted to reject a proposed rule by the Internal Revenue Service concerning “Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales.” This rule, slated to come into effect for the tax year 2027, would have mandated decentralized finance (DeFi)…

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Canary Capital Files to Launch ETF Tracking Cross-Chain Protocol Axelar (AXL)

Canary Capital Files to Launch ETF Tracking Cross-Chain Protocol Axelar (AXL)

Canary Capital, the digital asset-focused investment firm founded by Steven McClurg, formerly of Valkyrie Funds, is set to revolutionize the cryptocurrency investment landscape with its latest initiative: an exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to track the price of Axelar (AXL). The firm made waves recently by submitting an S-1 filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission…

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Bitcoin network used to secure local GOP convention election results

Bitcoin network used to secure local GOP convention election results

The recent Republican Party Convention in Williamson County, Tennessee, marked a significant moment in the intersection of blockchain technology and electoral processes, as results from the March 4 election were securely recorded on the Bitcoin network. Utilizing a software platform known as Simple Proof, the convention’s election results were immutably stored on the blockchain at…

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Bukele Defies IMF, Reaffirms Bitcoin Commitment Despite Loan Restrictions

Bukele Defies IMF, Reaffirms Bitcoin Commitment Despite Loan Restrictions

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has taken a bold stance on Bitcoin, reaffirming his commitment to the cryptocurrency amidst growing tension with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This comes on the heels of an agreement for a $1.4 billion loan that includes conditions designed to limit the country’s Bitcoin-related activities, which Bukele vehemently opposes. In…

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Tether, Circle Vie for Upper Hand in Stablecoin Industry Regulatory Push

Tether, Circle Vie for Upper Hand in Stablecoin Industry Regulatory Push

Giancarlo Devasini, the recently appointed chairman of Tether after stepping down as its longtime CFO, keeps a notably low profile in Lugano, Switzerland. This contrasts sharply with the public persona of Jeremy Allaire, the founder of Circle, who engages actively with politicians and Wall Street executives, highlighting a broader ideological divide within the stablecoin sector.…

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A Key to Unlocking Institutional Capital

A Key to Unlocking Institutional Capital

Data serves as the backbone of market efficiency, particularly within the realm of finance where robust information predicates informed decision-making. While traditional financial markets thrive on standardized and accessible data, enabling varied analytical avenues for participants, the world of digital assets presents a contrasting scenario. Although blockchain technology champions transparency, it often lacks the structured…

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SEC drops case against Coinbase — a win for crypto or payback for donations?

SEC drops case against Coinbase — a win for crypto or payback for donations?

Following recent developments in the U.S. crypto landscape, the tides may be turning as President Donald Trump’s administration has seemingly signaled a more open stance towards cryptocurrency regulation. With the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently choosing to drop lawsuits against major players like Coinbase and Robinhood Crypto, a potential shift in policy direction could…

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