We do the research, you get the alpha! Get exclusive reports and access to key insights on airdrops, NFTs, and more! Subscribe now to Alpha Reports and up your game! Go to Alpha Reports Trading platform Robinhood has acquired crypto exchange Bitstamp in a $200 million cash deal. Per a press release, the $200 million cash deal is expected to…
Month: June 2024
Nigerian Startup Zone Launches Blockchain-Powered Point-of-Sale Gateway
A Nigerian payments company recently announced the launch of a blockchain-powered point-of-sale payment gateway. This gateway facilitates transaction routing to issuers and aims to prevent chargebacks or chargeback fraud by promptly reimbursing customers for unsuccessful transactions. Eliminating Chargeback Fraud The Nigerian payment infrastructure company, Zone, recently announced the launch of a blockchain-powered point-of-sale (PoS) payment […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/nigerian-startup-zone-launches-blockchain-powered-point-of-sale-gateway/
Is Bitcoin Mining Legal & How Does Bitcoin Mining Work?
In most parts of the world, Bitcoin mining is a legal activity, but the regulations surrounding it are often nuanced and evolving. This article aims to clarify the legal status of crypto mining in various countries, offering insights into where it’s permitted and the specific rules that apply. Let’s explore the diverse legal frameworks that impact crypto mining globally. What…
Robinhood to buy Bitstamp crypto exchange to enable institutional trading in U.S.
Robinhood’s $200 million acquisition deal comes despite receiving a Wells notice from the SEC a month earlier. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/robinhood-buy-bitstamp-crypto-exchange
UK crypto industry publishes Travel Rule navigation guide
The Travel Rule requires crypto businesses to collect, verify and share information about digital asset transactions with another crypto company. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/uk-crypto-travel-rule-guide
Bitname Introduces the First Full-Scale Name Service for the Bitcoin Ecosystem
PRESS RELEASE. Bitname, the first name service provider encompassing the entire Bitcoin ecosystem, is introducing a new protocol standard, SRC101, for Bitcoin Stamps. It allows permanent storage of domain assets on Bitcoin and supports the interconversion and resolution of all Bitcoin address types. It also supports Bitcoin Layer2 and sidechain address linking through unique features. […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/bitname-introduces-the-first-full-scale-name-service-for-the-bitcoin-ecosystem/
Meta faces backlash in EU for AI data usage without user consent
The complaints claimed that Meta’s recent privacy policy changes would allow the company to utilize years of personal posts, private images, and online tracking data for its AI technology. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/meta-ai-data-privacy-complaints
‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver Released on Bail in Spain
Cryptocurrency entrepreneur Roger Ver, also known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” has been released on bail in Spain after posting a €150,000 bail. According to a Bloomberg report, Ver was permitted to leave jail May 17, on condition that he hand in his passport and remain in Spain pending a decision on his extradition to the U.S., where he faces $50 million…
Riot Stock Shrugs Off Short Seller’s ‘War Against Bitcoin Miners’
We do the research, you get the alpha! Get exclusive reports and access to key insights on airdrops, NFTs, and more! Subscribe now to Alpha Reports and up your game! Go to Alpha Reports A day after short seller firm Kerrisdale put Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms in its crosshairs, the company’s share price has largely shrugged off the sharp drop…
Warped Games Embraces Premature Teaser Release to Highlight “Warped Universe”
Delaware, United States, June 6th, 2024, GamingWire Warped Games studio was caught unaware last week when an intern leaked promotional material from their in-development title “Warped Universe” on X/Twitter. With over 70,000 people following the account, the leak quickly gained traction, catching the attention of Web3 gaming influencers who quickly ran with the alpha. The post racked up 80,000 impressions…