25 - MicroStrategy Expands Bitcoin Holdings And Japan Considers Crypto Regulation Changes

MicroStrategy increases its Bitcoin holdings to 244,800 BTC, valued at $14 billion. Japan contemplates loosening cryptocurrency regulations amid growing blockchain initiatives. Grayscale relaunches XRP Trust, while Nigerian blockchain experts emphasize regulatory involvement. Robinhood's CLO criticizes SEC's approach to crypto regulation.

Sources:
https://zycrypto.com/michael-saylors-microstrategy-now-holds-nearly-1-2-of-total-bitcoin-circulating-supply-after-latest-buy/
https://timestabloid.com/ripple-ceo-reacts-to-grayscale-relisting-xrp-states-bullish-expectation/
https://businessday.ng/technology/article/regulatory-participation-to-boost-blockchain-adoption-in-nigeria/
https://www.pymnts.com/blockchain/2024/japan-considers-loosening-crypto-rules-as-companies-launch-blockchain-initiatives/
https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/robinhood-clo-accuses-sec-of-stifling-crypto-innovation-with-scorched-earth-tactics

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:39) Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Continues Aggressive Bitcoin Acquisition Strategy
(00:02:48) Ripple CEO Reacts to Grayscale Relisting XRP, States Bullish Expectation
(00:05:14) Regulatory Participation to Boost Blockchain Adoption in Nigeria
(00:06:27) Japan Considers Loosening Crypto Rules as Companies Launch Blockchain Initiatives
(00:08:38) SEC Takes Action Against DeFi Platforms and Crypto Regulations