Category: Law of the Chain
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Kazakhstan targets five hundred million to one billion dollar national cryptocurrency fund
Kazakhstan establishes a national crypto fund to diversify its economy beyond traditional sectors, signaling strategic state-level blockchain adoption and capital allocation.
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Trump’s first year back sparks complete reversal in U.S. crypto policy
The U.S. crypto policy shift under Trump’s return marks a significant regulatory pivot, influencing market sentiment and potentially altering global cryptocurrency adoption trajectories.
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Convicted Russian crypto scammer and wife found murdered in UAE
The murders highlight persistent security risks in crypto communities abroad, particularly for individuals involved in fraudulent activities facing legal consequences and potential retaliation.
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Sam Bankman-Fried Appeals Court Hearing Featured Skeptical Judges
Judges expressed skepticism during Sam Bankman-Fried’s appeal hearing, indicating potential challenges for his defense and highlighting judicial scrutiny in high-profile crypto fraud cases.
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Thodex CEO found dead following exchange collapse and user fund access issues
The death of Thodex’s CEO follows the exchange’s abrupt collapse, leaving users unable to access funds and raising concerns about security and regulatory oversight in crypto.
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Bloomberg analyst confirms 20 day clock started for XRP ETF application
Bloomberg analyst confirms 20-day review period for XRP ETF application, signaling potential regulatory progress and institutional acceptance of digital assets beyond Bitcoin.
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Pakistan considers rupee-backed stablecoin as experts warn of economic losses
Pakistan considers launching a national stablecoin to modernize payments and reduce reliance on cash, while experts caution about potential $25 billion economic losses from implementation risks.
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Samourai Wallet cofounder jailed for developing privacy code
The arrest raises concerns about legal boundaries for developers creating privacy tools, potentially chilling innovation in cryptocurrency privacy solutions and financial autonomy technologies.
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Banks push back against cryptocurrency regulation proposals
Financial institutions are resisting proposed cryptocurrency oversight measures, reflecting industry concerns about compliance burdens and potential impacts on digital asset market integration.
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21Shares XRP ETF proposal enters SEC review phase for potential launch
The SEC review window opening represents a critical regulatory milestone for XRP investment products, potentially expanding institutional access to digital assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.