Month: September 2024

Nexo, a crypto lending platform known for offering instant crypto-backed loans and high-yield interest accounts, has resumed new user registrations in the United Kingdom after a 10-month hiatus, implementing enhanced user protections to comply with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) guidelines. The platform has introduced mandatory risk warnings, cool-off periods, and improved compliance measures to […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/nexo-reopens-uk-registrations-with-enhanced-user-protections/

Mastercard (NYSE:MA), a global leader in the payments industry, has partnered with Mercuryo to launch a groundbreaking euro-denominated crypto debit card. This Mastercard crypto debit card enables users to spend their cryptocurrency holdings at more than 100 million merchants across Europe, directly from their self-custodial wallets. As part of Mastercard’s broader strategy to integrate digital assets into everyday commerce, this…

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Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) has agreed to pay a $3.9 million settlement to resolve claims related to its cryptocurrency platform. The California Department of Justice reached this decision after allegations that Robinhood’s crypto platform prevented customers from withdrawing their cryptocurrency assets between 2018 and 2022. This settlement underscores the growing scrutiny surrounding crypto platforms and emphasizes the importance of consumer…

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The son of a storied Hollywood producer is taking his father’s company where few in town have dared venture: into crypto. Pressman Film, an independent production house that helped create classic movies including “Wall Street” and “American Psycho,” announced on Thursday that it will use investment platform Republic—on blockchain network Avalanche—to launch a tokenized public fund that will allow members…

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The Eigen Foundation has launched its Season 2 stakedrop, offering EIGEN tokens to stakers, ecosystem partners, and community members who contributed to the Eigenlayer network. Token claims will open on or before September 17, 2024, with rewards based on participation in staking, contributions to the ecosystem, and early support for the project. Eigen Foundation Announces […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/86-million-tokens-set-for-distribution-in-eigenlayers-season-2-stakedrop/