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Bill Gates' COVID Conspiracy Grows In Italian Parliament, Allegations of Population Control by Political Anti-Vaxxer

Bill Gates' COVID Conspiracy Grows In Italian Parliament, Allegations of Population Control by Political Anti-Vaxxer

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many subjects to the forefront: our reliance on oil, manufacturing in China, the need for digital dollars, the frailty of our global supply chain, and our lack of preparation to deal with the outbreak. However perhaps the strangest topic online and the most unavoidable has been the conspiracy theory chasing Bill Gates and his foundation’s efforts to produce a vaccine. The accusations range from him directly being the cause of the pandemic, to being the head of an Illuminati like circular cabal bent on controlling the world through microchips, and now an insidious plan to depopulate the planet of billions of people.

Russian PM Considers Digital Assets for Cross Border Payment

Russian PM Considers Digital Assets for Cross Border Payment

Mikhail Mishustin, the Prime Minister of Russia, has hinted at the need to incorporate digital assets into the country’s economy as a way to ensure sustainable payment for goods and services in international trade.

Iranian Crypto Miners get Cut Off as Country Activates Energy Saving Mode

Iranian Crypto Miners get Cut Off as Country Activates Energy Saving Mode

The Iran Grid Management Company, also known as the Tavanir, has cut off the power supply to the country’s licensed cryptocurrency miners, a significant step against its backing for the controversial adventure.

Iran Government Offers Up To 20% Reward To Anyone Who Exposes Illicit Cryptocurrency Mining In The Country

Iran Government Offers Up To 20% Reward To Anyone Who Exposes Illicit Cryptocurrency Mining In The Country

Iran just offered a reward to anyone who exposes illicit cryptocurrency mining in the country.

UAE to Strive for Virtual Service Provider Licenses before Q2

UAE to Strive for Virtual Service Provider Licenses before Q2

In a bid to become a global crypto hub, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up to issue federal licenses to virtual asset service providers (VASPs) by the end of Q1 2022.

Binance Has Enabled Iranians Transact $8 Billion Despite Sanctions

Binance Has Enabled Iranians Transact $8 Billion Despite Sanctions

Since 2018, crypto exchange Binance has carried out Iranian transactions worth $8 billion despite being slapped with U.S. sanctions

Nigeria's Foreign Investment and Crypto Adoption Dilemma

Nigeria's Foreign Investment and Crypto Adoption Dilemma

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Nigeria fell by 33% in 2021 due to a shortage of dollars, which has also discouraged foreign crypto investment. Despite the exponential growth of crypto adoption in Nigeria, with active adult traders and high usage rates, the country has a problem attracting foreign investors.

117 Smuggled Crypto Mining Machines Seized by Iranian Police

117 Smuggled Crypto Mining Machines Seized by Iranian Police

The Iranian provincial police had apprehended an individual who was said to be smuggling in cryptocurrency mining machines. This was reported by the local news agency Fars News, on July 31.

Iran and Russia Seek A Gold-Backed Stablecoin

Iran and Russia Seek A Gold-Backed Stablecoin

Iran and Russia are planning a gold-backed cryptocurrency. In Astrakhan, Russia began accepting Iranian goods, a stablecoin would function. Instead of utilizing dollars, rubles, or rials, the initiative would allow cross-border transactions.

Jack Dorsey's Block Appoints MIT's Neha Narula to Board of Directors

Jack Dorsey's Block Appoints MIT's Neha Narula to Board of Directors

Block, Inc., led by Jack Dorsey, has appointed Neha Narula, Director of the Digital Currency Initiative at MIT Media Lab, to its Board of Directors. Narula's expertise in Bitcoin and open source technology aligns with Block's mission of economic empowerment.

Binance Enables Support for Naira, But is Cryptocurrency Legal in Yet in Nigeria?

Binance Enables Support for Naira, But is Cryptocurrency Legal in Yet in Nigeria?

Binance, one of the top cryptocurrency exchange has opened support for the Nigerian National currency (Naira) on its trading platform.

New MacOS Malware Hijacks Crypto Wallets Via Pirated Apps

New MacOS Malware Hijacks Crypto Wallets Via Pirated Apps

Kaspersky Labs discovers a new malware targeting macOS users via pirated apps, replacing legitimate Bitcoin and Exodus wallets with infected versions, highlighting the risks of downloading unauthorized software.

Mirana Ventures Invests $8 Million in Toncoin (TON)

Mirana Ventures Invests $8 Million in Toncoin (TON)

Mirana Ventures has launched a long-term partnership with TON Foundation, investing $8 million in Toncoin to drive mass adoption of token-governed technologies and collaborate with other blockchains.

Binance Ends Services for Nigerian Naira

Binance Ends Services for Nigerian Naira

Binance announces the discontinuation of all services tied to the Nigerian Naira (NGN) as it navigates the evolving regulatory landscape.

Leading Musicians Continue to Fight with Blockchain in Battle Against Piracy

Leading Musicians Continue to Fight with Blockchain in Battle Against Piracy

In recent years studies have shown that there has been a sharp decline in album sales net revenue, due to online piracy and illegal creation or sharing of property righted materials.

Germany's Largest Bitcoin Seizure: 50,000 BTC Confiscated in Piracy Probe

Germany's Largest Bitcoin Seizure: 50,000 BTC Confiscated in Piracy Probe

German authorities seized 50,000 Bitcoins linked to a piracy website, with suspects transferring the digital currency to police wallets, causing uncertainty in cryptocurrency enforcement.

Bill Gates Planned COVID-19 Pandemic via Deep-state 'Circular Cabal', says Disgraced Dr. Mikovits

Bill Gates Planned COVID-19 Pandemic via Deep-state 'Circular Cabal', says Disgraced Dr. Mikovits

A recent clip from a soon to be released documentary called ‘Plandemic’ features a disgraced virologist Dr Judy Mikovits accusing a sinister corporate controlled “circular cabal” led by Bill Gates himself, of creating the coronavirus pandemic.

Over 1,000 Firms Expected to Join Crypto Space in UAE by 2022 End, Expert Says

Over 1,000 Firms Expected to Join Crypto Space in UAE by 2022 End, Expert Says

During the Top CEO event in Dubai, Crypto Oasis co-founder Saqr Ereiqat opined that at least 1,000 companies will enter the crypto space in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the end of the year based on a fast-paced ecosystem.

Iran Bans Crypto Mining to Avert Major Blackouts in Winter Season

Iran Bans Crypto Mining to Avert Major Blackouts in Winter Season

Iran is banning cryptocurrency mining for the second time this year in order to reduce the strain on the nation’s power grid.

Binance Lists the Nigerian Naira on its Exchange Platform in Partnership with Flutterwaves

Binance Lists the Nigerian Naira on its Exchange Platform in Partnership with Flutterwaves

Binance has announced its listing of the Nigerian Naira on its exchange in collaboration with Flutterwaves, a Nigerian company that is poised to help banks and businesses build secure and seamless payments solutions for their customers.

Iranians Permitted to Trade on Binance, Despite US Imposes Sanctions: Reuters

Iranians Permitted to Trade on Binance, Despite US Imposes Sanctions: Reuters

Reuters said Binance exchange permitted Iranian users to trade on its platform after the United States reimposed sanctions on the country in 2018.

BTC Implied Volatility Drops Post-Weekly Expirations

BTC Implied Volatility Drops Post-Weekly Expirations

Crypto derivatives quant trader Samneet Chepal has noted a consistent trend in Bitcoin's implied volatility (IV) following weekly expirations. According to Chepal, 80% of the time, IV experiences a drop 24 hours after Friday's 8 AM UTC expiry. He attributes this to the 'weekend effect,' where traders adapt their volatility outlooks for the weekend.

Crypto Firms Join Forces to Push for Stratum V2 Bitcoin Mining Upgrades

Crypto Firms Join Forces to Push for Stratum V2 Bitcoin Mining Upgrades

Spiral and Braiins lead efforts along with an industry working group to upgrade the current Stratum V1 protocol for miners.

Iran Court Releases Crypto Mining Equipment

Iran Court Releases Crypto Mining Equipment

In June 2022, Iran's energy usage reached 62,500 megawatts (MW). Iran currently holds 0.2% of the Bitcoin hash rate, up from 0.12%. Crypto-mining equipment confiscated to preserve energy was released by a judge.

Nigerians Set to Enjoy Remittances at 1% Cost Through the Strategic Partnership Between Dash And Bitfxt

Nigerians Set to Enjoy Remittances at 1% Cost Through the Strategic Partnership Between Dash And Bitfxt

According to the report, this partnership is meant to ensure that Nigeria's crypto-enthusiasts enjoy remittances at a very affordable rate. While Dash is deemed as a leading digital asset for remittances and international payments with secure, fast and affordable transactions, BITFXT a Nigerian exchange with the goal of bringing more liquidity to the Nigerian crypto market. The recent development indicates that the team has decided to bridge the gap in remittances for Nigerians through the use of Dash at a 1% cost.

Iran to Introduce Additional Penalties for Illegal Crypto Mining

Iran to Introduce Additional Penalties for Illegal Crypto Mining

The Iranian government is going to pass new regulations to increase the penalties for illegal cryptocurrency mining using subsidized electricity.

Turkish Central Bank Announces Partnership with Technology Firms to Develop CBDC

Turkish Central Bank Announces Partnership with Technology Firms to Develop CBDC

Turkey’s central bank has expanded its commitment towards launching a CBDC. The monetary authority has formed partnerships with technology firms to develop a prototype of a national digital currency.

Nigerian Government Enhances eNAIRA to Draw Financial Inclusion

Nigerian Government Enhances eNAIRA to Draw Financial Inclusion

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the upgrade to its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) dubbed the eNAIRA.

Nearly 67% of UAE Residents are Interested in Crypto Investments, Study Shows

Nearly 67% of UAE Residents are Interested in Crypto Investments, Study Shows

In the next five years, 67% of residents in the UAE will be interested in entering the crypto space, according to a survey by British market research and data analytics firm YouGov.

FinCEN Issues Alert to Counter Financing to Hamas and its Terrorist Activities

FinCEN Issues Alert to Counter Financing to Hamas and its Terrorist Activities

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued an alert to financial institutions, urging vigilance in identifying and reporting suspicious activities related to the financing of the terrorist organization Hamas. The alert comes in the wake of a Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which was funded through various means, including virtual currency.

SoFi Unveils 1% IRA Match to Spur Early Retirement Amid Millennial and Gen Z Aspirations

SoFi Unveils 1% IRA Match to Spur Early Retirement Amid Millennial and Gen Z Aspirations

SoFi announces a 1% IRA match to accelerate members' retirement plans, aligning with Millennials and Gen Z's strong inclination towards early retirement, as revealed in a recent survey. The initiative forms part of SoFi Invest's broader suite of resources aimed at financial independence and long-term financial planning.

Binance Faces Intensified Scrutiny in Nigeria Amid Accusations of Impacting Local Currency

Binance Faces Intensified Scrutiny in Nigeria Amid Accusations of Impacting Local Currency

Binance is under heightened scrutiny in Nigeria, with allegations of contributing to the naira's devaluation, challenging the crypto exchange's regulatory dialogues.

Bill Gates Foundation’s COVID-19 Vaccine is a Satanic Plot says Oscar-Winner

Bill Gates Foundation’s COVID-19 Vaccine is a Satanic Plot says Oscar-Winner

Microsoft’s recent patent for a human powered crypto mining system based on sensors that convert physical or mental activity into computer power has generated a lot of interest and captured the imagination of the public, but perhaps some are looking a little too closely.

US Sanctions Crypto Addresses of Russian Hackers Accused of Running Presidential Election Interference

US Sanctions Crypto Addresses of Russian Hackers Accused of Running Presidential Election Interference

The US has released a sanctions list of Russians and their crypto addresses, under allegations that they have been interfering with the presidential election.

Turkey Witnesses Resurgence in Crypto Trades Above 1M per day

Turkey Witnesses Resurgence in Crypto Trades Above 1M per day

Turkey is witnessing a resurgence in cryptocurrency trades of above one million per day due to a continuous fall in the value of the country's currency, Reuters reported.

Emirates Airline to Roll Out Bitcoin Payment and Enter the Metaverse

Emirates Airline to Roll Out Bitcoin Payment and Enter the Metaverse

To optimize customer satisfaction rates, Emirates Airline has revealed plans to adopt advanced digital solutions, such as cryptocurrency, metaverse, and blockchain.

Nigeria's E-Naira Gains Momentum, Tackles Influence of Volatile Cryptos

Nigeria's E-Naira Gains Momentum, Tackles Influence of Volatile Cryptos

Nigeria's further efforts to curb the influence of cryptocurrencies have begun to bear fruits as its introduction of a centralised digital currency eNaira has lured about half a million users within three weeks.

Iranian General Pushes for Crypto Use to Evade US Sanctions and After Being Blacklisted by the FATF

Iranian General Pushes for Crypto Use to Evade US Sanctions and After Being Blacklisted by the FATF

Saeed Muhammad, a commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ “Army of Guardians of the Islamic Revolution,” called for Iran to use cryptocurrencies to bypass sanctions imposed on his country by the United States.

UAE Investors Enable Crypto Trading in Dirhams following Kraken and RAKBANK Partnership

UAE Investors Enable Crypto Trading in Dirhams following Kraken and RAKBANK Partnership

Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has joined hands with RAKBANK to enable UAE residents to trade crypto in dirhams through their local bank accounts.

WEMIX and Mirana Ventures Fuel Chinese Blockchain Gaming with $30M Fund

WEMIX and Mirana Ventures Fuel Chinese Blockchain Gaming with $30M Fund

WEMIX PTE. LTD. has invested in five Chinese game developers through a $30 million blockchain game-specialized fund, created with Mirana Ventures. This move aims to nurture blockchain gaming enterprises and expand the WEMIX3.0 ecosystem. The fund, part of a joint initiative with Mirana Ventures, an investment division of Bybit, has already utilized $6.4 million. The investees, working on diverse game genres, will feature their games on WEMIX PLAY, a blockchain game platform under WEMIX3.0.

Iran Completes Pre-Pilot Phase for Digital Rial

Iran Completes Pre-Pilot Phase for Digital Rial

Iran's central bank has completed a pre-pilot phase for its digital rial, according to an official statement by the Monetary and Banking Research Institute. The CBDC will align with the rules governing the national currency, the Iranian rial, and be distributed among individuals and banks. Ten banks have applied to join the project, and all banks and credit institutions in Iran are expected to start offering electronic wallets for the digital currency.

UAE Rolls Out Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platform to Fight Fraud

UAE Rolls Out Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platform to Fight Fraud

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a blockchain-enabled trade finance platform dubbed UAE Trade Connect to curb economic crimes like money laundering, under-invoicing, and fraud.

Is Bitcoin a Safe Haven Asset? US-Iranian Tensions Ignite Old Debate

Is Bitcoin a Safe Haven Asset? US-Iranian Tensions Ignite Old Debate

Bitcoin’s price has improved significantly following the U.S. killing of top Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. As tensions escalate between the US and Iran, several crypto analysts have reconsidered the old debate on Bitcoin’s ability to function as a safe-haven asset similar to gold in times of geopolitical uncertainty.

Mexican Senate Gets First Bitcoin ATM Machine, the Nation Eyes Making BTC Legal Tender

Mexican Senate Gets First Bitcoin ATM Machine, the Nation Eyes Making BTC Legal Tender

To offer Mexican lawmakers first-hand Bitcoin experience, ChainBytes and Axolotl Bitcoin have put up a Bitcoin ATM at the nation's senate building.

Bitcoin in Africa: Cryptocurrency and P2P Bitcoin Trade Surge Across the African Continent

Bitcoin in Africa: Cryptocurrency and P2P Bitcoin Trade Surge Across the African Continent

Cryptocurrency adoption and peer-to-peer Bitcoin transactions are on the rise across the African continent. There have been significant advances across Africa for crypto adoption in terms of regulation, trade volume and reported cryptocurrency ownership.

Bill Gates Denies COVID-19 Vaccine Microchips and Satanic Conspiracy Theories

Bill Gates Denies COVID-19 Vaccine Microchips and Satanic Conspiracy Theories

Bill Gates, Microsoft Founder and billionaire philanthropist, has responded to conspiracy theories that his charity foundation is planning to use the coronavirus vaccine to implant microchips into the global population. The conspiracy itself appears to have started with a patent for a very innovative cryptocurrency mining system filed by Microsoft earlier this year.

Kraken Under Probe for Allegedly Violating US Sanctions on Iran

Kraken Under Probe for Allegedly Violating US Sanctions on Iran

The US Treasury Department is investigating Kraken on suspicion that the crypto exchange allowed Iranian users to use its trading platform despite federal sanctions on the middle eastern country.

Four Years Down the Line, Iran's Pilot National CBDC is Ready

Four Years Down the Line, Iran's Pilot National CBDC is Ready

The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) is taking its favour for digital innovation to a new level with the possibility of introducing its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) within a short time.

Iranian President Advocates for Cryptocurrency-Driven Muslim Nations

Iranian President Advocates for Cryptocurrency-Driven Muslim Nations

During the first round-table discussion at the Kuala Lumpur Summit 2019, Hassan Rouhani, Iran’s President, suggested that cryptocurrency ought to be integrated into Muslim nations to enhance trade between the nations.

FTX Gets Full Approval to Operate Crypto Exchange in Dubai

FTX Gets Full Approval to Operate Crypto Exchange in Dubai

FTX has received full government approval to expand its services in Dubai. In March, the exchange obtained a partial license to offer its services in the region.

Authorities Uncover Illegal Bitcoin Mining Farm In Kyrgyzstan

Authorities Uncover Illegal Bitcoin Mining Farm In Kyrgyzstan

Federal authorities have uncovered a large illegal Bitcoin mining site in Kyrgyzstan in the territory of the Bishkek Free Economic Zone.

Iran to Pump Liquidity in Economy by Permitting Power Plants to Mine Bitcoin

Iran to Pump Liquidity in Economy by Permitting Power Plants to Mine Bitcoin

Iran has given power plants the green-light to undertake Bitcoin mining on a large scale as this will spur economic growth from the revenue generated. Nevertheless, interested parties must adhere to various regulations like not using subsidized fuel to extract Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Why Energy Experts are Watching the Crypto Market Closely

Why Energy Experts are Watching the Crypto Market Closely

Words like Bitcoin and Oil Market seem to have no correlation between them. However, given the kind of small world we are living in, there's more than meets the eye. Check out this article which explains the perfect correlation between Bitcoin and Oil Market and why energy experts are keeping a close watch on the crypto market.

Turkey's Central Bank Finishes First CBDC Test With More In 2023.

Turkey's Central Bank Finishes First CBDC Test With More In 2023.

The CBRT's Digital Turkish Lira has completed its first experiment. On Dec 29, the CBRT announced its first digital lira payments. In the first quarter of 2023, it will conduct restricted, closed-circuit pilot testing with technology stakeholders.

Belt and Road Summit 2019—Iranian Investment, Malaysian FinTech and the Kazakh Belt Buckle

Belt and Road Summit 2019—Iranian Investment, Malaysian FinTech and the Kazakh Belt Buckle

Rounding off our exclusive interviews for the 2019 Belt and Road Summit, jointly organized by the HKTDC and the HKSAR Government, we share insights from delegates from Iran, Malaysia, and Kazakhstan

Bitcoin Price Flashes $750M Warning Sign As 60,000 BTC Options Set To Expire

Bitcoin Price Flashes $750M Warning Sign As 60,000 BTC Options Set To Expire

The Bitcoin price has climbed more than 20% over the last 30 days but traders could be in for a $750 million shock through the markets on Friday.

United Arab Emirates to Issue its First NFT-Backed Stamps

United Arab Emirates to Issue its First NFT-Backed Stamps

The United Arab Emirates, through the Emirates Post Group (EPG), is set to launch the region’s first Non-Fungible Token-backed postage stamps.

Crypto Exchanges Have a Collective Responsibility to Educate Investors, Bitkub CEO Says

Crypto Exchanges Have a Collective Responsibility to Educate Investors, Bitkub CEO Says

As part of collective responsibility, cryptocurrency exchanges should take up the mantle of enhancing financial knowledge about digital assets so that investors are aware of downside factors, according to Bitkub CEO Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa.

Microsoft Fights Piracy by Using Ethereum Blockchain

Microsoft Fights Piracy by Using Ethereum Blockchain

Microsoft is debuting Ethereum based Argus system to fight piracy concerns

Binance Enhances Trading Options with New Pairs and Bot Services

Binance Enhances Trading Options with New Pairs and Bot Services

Binance boosts its trading services with new spot trading pairs and trading bot services, expanding options and enhancing user experience. This includes pairs like MOVR/TRY, LDO/FDUSD, and more, with a focus on FDUSD and Turkish Lira pairs.

Nigeria’s eNaira Records 200,000 Transactions Worth Over $10 Million Since October

Nigeria’s eNaira Records 200,000 Transactions Worth Over $10 Million Since October

Based on eNaira’s success, Nigeria government is taking efforts to boost the functional capacity of the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).

US Television Network Provider Dish Aims to Track and Stop Piracy Using New Blockchain Systems

US Television Network Provider Dish Aims to Track and Stop Piracy Using New Blockchain Systems

In recent years with subscribers moving to newer forms of media, including internet-based streaming services such as Netflix, Dish has struggled to maintain its customer base, with 381,000 subscribers lost in 2018’s Q4.

Binance Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Support for Hamas in Israel Attack

Binance Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Support for Hamas in Israel Attack

Three families of victims from the Hamas attack on Israel have filed a lawsuit against Binance, its former CEO Changpeng Zhao, Iran, and Syria, alleging their support for terrorism. The suit claims these parties provided substantial assistance to Hamas, spotlighting the challenges of regulating cryptocurrency in combating terrorism financing.

70% of Millennials Crypto Owners Invest in IRA, Survey Shows

70% of Millennials Crypto Owners Invest in IRA, Survey Shows

A new survey report from AltoIRA suggests as many as 39% of 2,000 millennials aged 25 to 40 own cryptocurrencies, and up to 70% of millennials crypto owners invest in their retirement accounts.

7 Steps in Luno: How to Convert Your USD to Nigerian Naira Using Bitcoin

7 Steps in Luno: How to Convert Your USD to Nigerian Naira Using Bitcoin

This newly found interest also explains the recent increase in the number of exchange platforms that have been springing up to meet this growing demand for liquidity within this space. Some platforms where Nigerians can receive funds in dollars or Bitcoin and convert to Naira has been seen as a way out of the too many constraints fiat presents.

Co-Founder of AirBit Club Sentenced to 12 Years for Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

Co-Founder of AirBit Club Sentenced to 12 Years for Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

Pablo Renato Rodriguez, co-founder of AirBit Club, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for orchestrating a global cryptocurrency pyramid scheme. Co-defendants await sentencing, and the group has been ordered to forfeit approximately $100 million in assets.

Iranian Power Plants to Supply Surplus Power to Bitcoin and Crypto Mining Farms

Iranian Power Plants to Supply Surplus Power to Bitcoin and Crypto Mining Farms

Power plants in Iran are considering supplying surplus electricity to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining farms in the nation.

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey Plans to Launch CBDC in 2023

The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey Plans to Launch CBDC in 2023

The Turkish government has submitted the President’s annual plan, which included discussions on the launch of CBDC. The administration plans to launch its country’s CBDC by next year.

Iran Joins BRICS to Reduce Reliance on Western Economic Systems

Iran Joins BRICS to Reduce Reliance on Western Economic Systems

Iran joins BRICS, aiming to mitigate US sanctions and challenge Western economic dominance, amidst mixed reactions and uncertain benefits.

nChain CEO Departs Accusing Dr. Craig Wright of Fraud

nChain CEO Departs Accusing Dr. Craig Wright of Fraud

Christen Ager-Hanssen resigns as nChain's Group CEO, alleging serious internal issues and a conspiracy to defraud shareholders. He accuses Dr. Craig Wright of deceiving courts about being Satoshi Nakamoto, leading to a significant reaction from the cryptocurrency community. Discussions also touch on Ager-Hanssen’s past involvement with Algorand and the implications of his revelations on the Bitcoin SV community.

Iran to Allow Digital Currency Payments for International Trade

Iran to Allow Digital Currency Payments for International Trade

Iran is notably about to double down on its love for digital currencies as a local media platform, Mehr News reports the country is on track to accept cryptocurrencies for international transactions.

CEO of IcomTech Pleads Guilty in Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

CEO of IcomTech Pleads Guilty in Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme

Marco Ruiz Ochoa, former CEO of IcomTech, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a large-scale cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. The company falsely promised high returns on cryptocurrency investments and used promotional tactics to lure victims. Ochoa now faces up to 20 years in prison.

Is Mexico the Next to Legalize Bitcoin? Senator Indira Kempis Drops a Hint

Is Mexico the Next to Legalize Bitcoin? Senator Indira Kempis Drops a Hint

Mexican Senator Indira Kempis is ready to send a bill to Congress which will seek to legalize Bitcoin as a legal tender in the country.

eNaira Adoption Grows Amid Nigeria's Cash Shortages

eNaira Adoption Grows Amid Nigeria's Cash Shortages

Nigeria's eNaira, a central bank digital currency (CBDC), is being adopted at an increasing rate as the country faces severe cash shortages due to demonetization. The value of eNaira transactions has increased by 63%, and the total number of CBDC wallets has grown more than 12 times compared to October 2022.

Dubai Sees Crypto as Stepping Stone Towards Global Tech Hub

Dubai Sees Crypto as Stepping Stone Towards Global Tech Hub

Dubai is reaping the dividends of new tech investments because it has laid the ground for a post-pandemic boom through a business-friendly and low taxes environment.

OKX Launches Turkish Lira Deposits and Withdrawals

OKX Launches Turkish Lira Deposits and Withdrawals

OKX recently announced its name sponsorship of Istanbul Fintech Week, taking place on 13-14 April, 2023. Tim Byun, OKX’s Global Government Relations Officer, will deliver a keynote at the event.

Iranian Bitcoin Advocate Arrested by Local Security Forces

Iranian Bitcoin Advocate Arrested by Local Security Forces

Sadr’s arrest came as a result of nationwide protests that were triggered by the death in custody of a young woman.

Russian Finance Ministry on Track to Legalize Crypto for Cross-Border Payments

Russian Finance Ministry on Track to Legalize Crypto for Cross-Border Payments

The current economic landscape in Russia is forcing both the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance to rethink their approaches to cryptocurrencies.

Iran Transacts World's 1st International Import Order Worth $10M Using Crypto

Iran Transacts World's 1st International Import Order Worth $10M Using Crypto

Iran has made the first-ever importation of goods using crypto, according to Alireza Peyman-Pak, the Vice Minister of Industry, Mine & Trade.

Nigerian President-elect's Manifesto Includes Blockchain and Crypto Regulations

Nigerian President-elect's Manifesto Includes Blockchain and Crypto Regulations

Nigerian President-elect Bola Tinubu has released a manifesto proposing the implementation of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in Nigeria's banking and finance sector. The manifesto suggests reforming existing Nigerian Security Exchange Commission regulations to create a more business-friendly framework for regulating digital assets. The proposed regulations would require digital asset companies to register with the SEC and comply with SEC regulations. The release of the manifesto coincides with the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies in Nigeria, with the government hoping that the proposed SEC regulation reforms will attract more investors in the digital and economic sectors and stimulate economic growth.

35% of Nigerians Have Entered the Crypto Market in the Last 6 Months, Study Shows

35% of Nigerians Have Entered the Crypto Market in the Last 6 Months, Study Shows

Nigerians are entering the crypto space because of the lack of affordable financial services and high inflation rates, given that 35% of them were engaged in this sector in the last six months, according to a study by crypto exchange KuCoin.

Mango Markets Proposes to Refund Victims after $114m Hack

Mango Markets Proposes to Refund Victims after $114m Hack

Mango Markets proposes a refund plan to victims after the hacking incident. The company said one of the repayment strategies is to cut down the difference between the tokens users had before the exploit and the tokens they will receive.

eNaira: Nigeria Rolls Out Africa’s First Central Bank Digital Currency

eNaira: Nigeria Rolls Out Africa’s First Central Bank Digital Currency

Nigeria has become the first nation in Africa to officially launch a CBDC.

Apple's App Store Policies Probed: U.S. Lawmakers Investigate Impact on Blockchain and NFTs

Apple's App Store Policies Probed: U.S. Lawmakers Investigate Impact on Blockchain and NFTs

U.S. Representatives probe Apple's App Store policies, raising concerns over potential impact on blockchain and NFTs, and questioning the balance between security and innovation.

Paxful Research Reveals How Nigerians Are Fighting Devaluation of Native Currency Naira with Bitcoin

Paxful Research Reveals How Nigerians Are Fighting Devaluation of Native Currency Naira with Bitcoin

The current pandemic has led to a devaluation of Nigeria’s native currency Naira and affected how cryptocurrency trades are conducted in the country.

IRA Financial Trust Files Lawsuit against Gemini for $36m Crypto Hack

IRA Financial Trust Files Lawsuit against Gemini for $36m Crypto Hack

IRA Financial Trust said it has filed a lawsuit against Gemini crypto exchange for its alleged role in breaching customers’ retirement accounts.

Iran Pushes Oil Investment on Citizens, Winklevoss Advises Bitcoin

Iran Pushes Oil Investment on Citizens, Winklevoss Advises Bitcoin

Despite the oil price taking a beating this year, Iran has urged its citizens to invest in a scheme that would pre-sell 220 million barrels and drive liquidity into the OPEC nation's struggling economy. In response, Cameron Winklevoss tweeted that Bitcoin is a far better investment.

Heaven for Bitcoin Miners? Iran Officially Legalizes Crypto Mining

Heaven for Bitcoin Miners? Iran Officially Legalizes Crypto Mining

The Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture recently published a statement that the Iranian Economic Commission has approved a mechanism for digital coin mining.

UAE Leverages Blockchain, Robotics and 3D Printing to Flatten Coronavirus Curve

UAE Leverages Blockchain, Robotics and 3D Printing to Flatten Coronavirus Curve

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), through in5, a startup incubator for nurturing businesses and ideas, is deploying blockchain, robotics, and 3D printing technologies to instigate the wellbeing and safety of its citizens amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Did Satoshi Nakamoto Move His Bitcoin Yesterday? No, But Craig Wright Shot Himself in the Foot

Did Satoshi Nakamoto Move His Bitcoin Yesterday? No, But Craig Wright Shot Himself in the Foot

On Wednesday a Twitter bot reported that a Bitcoin transaction came from a wallet that possibly belonged to Satoshi Nakamoto, the anonymous creator of the network and author of the Bitcoin whitepaper. Oh and Craig Wright trips over own story,

Grayscale's 33% GBTC Premium Signals “Outrageous” Institutional Demand For Bitcoin, says Willy Woo

Grayscale's 33% GBTC Premium Signals “Outrageous” Institutional Demand For Bitcoin, says Willy Woo

Grayscale Bitcoin Trust's (GBTC) premium on Bitcoin has risen to 33%, indicating “outrageous demand” for BTC from institutional investors as its price consolidates at $23,000.

What is Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC)?

What is Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC)?

The Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is an investment vehicle that is designed to enable investors to trade Bitcoin shares without actually owning BTC.

Grayscale AUM up $3.4 Billion in a Week, $500 Million in a Day, GBTC 33% Premium Shows High Bitcoin Demand

Grayscale AUM up $3.4 Billion in a Week, $500 Million in a Day, GBTC 33% Premium Shows High Bitcoin Demand

Institutional-grade digital asset manager, Grayscale Investments is up $3.4 billion in assets under management (AUM) over the last week, bringing total AUM to $16.4 billion.

Square Inc. Launches Alliance for Crypto and Blockchain Companies to Fight Patent Trolls

Square Inc. Launches Alliance for Crypto and Blockchain Companies to Fight Patent Trolls

Square has announced that it has successfully launched COPA to empower blockchain and crypto companies and to protect them from patent hoarding trolls.

Bitcoin SV Moons As Craig Wright Tells Court That he Has Access to Tulip Trust

Bitcoin SV Moons As Craig Wright Tells Court That he Has Access to Tulip Trust

Bitcoin Satoshi Version (BSV), a fork of the Bitcoin Cash, is surging in trades following Craig Wright’s compliance with a court order to open up the mysterious Tulip Trust for inspection.

Is the Price of Bitcoin Satoshi Vision (BSV) Driven by Fake News?

Is the Price of Bitcoin Satoshi Vision (BSV) Driven by Fake News?

The BSV (Bitcoin Satoshi Vision) price chart is peculiar to analyze. Given the state of cryptocurrency investment, it is safe to say that a large influencer of crypto value is derived from speculation, and BSV is plagued by speculation as its chain leader, Craig Wright, continues to claim that he is Satoshi Nakomoto—the anonymous original creator of Bitcoin.

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