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10 - Vanguard Shuns Bitcoin ETFs As MicroStrategy Joins MSCI World Index

Vanguard rejects spot Bitcoin ETFs, staying true to its conservative approach, while MicroStrategy gains inclusion in the MSCI World Index. Meanwhile, State Street partners with Taurus to enhance digital asset services, focusing on tokenization amidst regulatory challenges in the U.S.Sources:https://www.fxempire.com/news/article/crypto-news-today-vanguard-rules-out-spot-bitcoin-etf-microstrategy-joins-world-index-1431083https://thetokenizer.io/2024/08/23/state-street-focuses-on-tokenization-amid-u-s-regulatory-challenges/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Vanguard Rules Out Bitcoin ETF as Microstrategy Joins World Index(00:04:38) State Street Focuses on Tokenization Amid U.S. Regulatory Challenges

9 - Crypto Startups Secure Millions In Funding For Web3 Innovation

Multiple crypto and blockchain startups, including Ark Labs, Rumpel Labs, and SatLayer, have raised significant funding to advance various Web3 technologies. From Bitcoin scalability solutions to airdrop trading platforms and re-staking services, these investments highlight growing interest in blockchain innovation across different sectors.Sources:https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2024/08/23/bitcoin-news-tim-draper-invests-in-ark-labs-in-a-pre-seed-round-of-2-5-million/https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2024/08/26/crypto-startup-backed-by-likes-of-dragonfly-aims-to-create-market-to-trade-airdrop-related-points/https://www.livebitcoinnews.com/gate-ventures-unveils-100m-web3-fund-with-abu-dhabis-blockchain-center/https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2024/08/22/gamee-receives-an-investment-from-pantera-capital-to-expand-its-presence-in-the-ton-gaming-ecosystem/https://www.finsmes.com/2024/08/satlayer-raises-8m-in-pre-seed-funding.htmlhttps://www.crypto-news-flash.com/fanton-secures-seed-investment-from-animoca-brands-delphi-ventures-hashkey-x-ton-accelerator-and-kenetic-capital-to-propel-its-blockchain-fantasy-football-platform/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Tim Draper Invests in Ark Labs in a Pre-Seed Round of $2.5 Million(00:02:01) Crypto Startup Backed by Dragonfly Aims to Create Market to Trade Airdrop-Related Points(00:03:43) Gate Ventures and Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center Launch $100M Web3 Innovation Fund(00:06:50) Pantera Capital Expands Investment in TON Gaming Ecosystem(00:08:28) SatLayer Raises $8M in Pre-Seed Funding(00:10:19) Fanton Secures Seed Investment from Animoca Brands, Delphi Ventures, HashKey x TON Accelerator, and Kenetic Capital to Propel Its Blockchain Fantasy Football Platform

8 - Web3 Gaming Surges With Immutable Passport Milestone And Soulbound Funding

Immutable Passport reaches 2 million signups, while Soulbound raises $4 million for its social gaming ecosystem. Aptos partners with Myco for Web3 streaming, and Mickey Mouse enters public domain, sparking NFT frenzy. Anchorage Digital introduces rewards for institutional PYUSD holders.Sources:https://www.cryptotimes.io/2024/08/22/aptos-foundation-joins-myco-to-revolutionize-web3-integration/https://bsc.news/post/mickey-mouse-nfts-sail-to-the-top-on-opensea-as-iconic-steamboat-willie-enters-public-domainhttps://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/animoca-brands-backed-soulbound-raises-4-million-for-web3-social-gaming-1033716095https://insidebitcoins.com/news/anchorage-digital-introduces-paypal-stablecoin-yield-program-for-institutional-clientshttps://blockchain.news/news/immutable-passport-surpasses-2-million-signupsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Aptos Collaborates with Myco to Enhance Web3 Entertainment(00:02:16) Mickey Mouse NFTs Sail to the Top on OpenSea as Iconic Steamboat Willie Enters Public Domain(00:05:00) Animoca Brands-Backed Soulbound Raises $4 Million for Web3 Social Gaming(00:06:37) Anchorage Digital Introduces PayPal Stablecoin Yield Program for Institutional Clients(00:08:30) Immutable (IMX) Passport Surpasses 2 Million Signups, Revolutionizing Web3 Gaming Wallets

Crypto Security Alert: Ledger Library Compromised, Arbitrum’s New Roadmap

Breaking news on Ledger Library security breach. Arbitrum unveils new roadmap for blockchain innovation. Anchorage Digital launches PYUSD reward program. Ember Sword migrates to Mantle Network. CertiK's Kraken mishap highlights communication issues. Arbitrum Nova debuts on Dune, boosting Web3 gaming.Sources:https://cryptoslate.com/anchorage-digital-launches-reward-program-for-pyusd-holders-amid-1b-milestone/https://blockchain.news/news/offchain-labs-unveils-arbitrum-roadmaphttps://nftplazas.com/ember-sword-move-to-mantle/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/certiks-misstep-with-kraken-highlights-need-for-enhanced-communicationhttps://cryptoticker.io/en/breaking-news-ledger-compromisedhttps://blockchain.news/news/arbitrum-nova-launches-on-dune-enhancing-web3-gaming-and-social-applicationsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Anchorage Digital Launches Reward Program for PYUSD Holders Amid $1B Milestone(00:02:15) Offchain Labs Unveils Arbitrum Roadmap to Boost Blockchain Innovation(00:04:06) Ember Sword to Move from Immutable X to Mantle Network(00:06:53) CertiK's Misstep with Kraken Highlights Need for Enhanced Communication(00:08:22) BREAKING News: Ledger Library Compromised, Urgent Security Alert Issued(00:09:54) Arbitrum Nova Launches on Dune, Enhancing Web3 Gaming and Social Applications

Japan’s Web3 Push and Global Crypto Regulation Tightens

PwC and NTT Digital collaborate on 'Digital Public Goods' using Web3 and blockchain in Japan. Meanwhile, global efforts to regulate cryptocurrencies intensify with new policies and legal frameworks being introduced worldwide.Sources:https://coingeek.com/japan-pwc-ntt-digital-to-develop-digital-public-goods-using-web3-blockchain/https://coinpedia.org/news/crypto-legislation-2024-how-gop-senate-hopes-to-reshape-us-crypto-regulations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Japan: PwC, NTT Digital to Develop 'Digital Public Goods' Using Web3, Blockchain(00:03:22) Global Crypto Regulation Efforts Intensify with New Policies and Legal Frameworks

Wall Street Giants Make Moves in Crypto ETF Space

Franklin Templeton files for Bitcoin and Ether Crypto Index ETF, while Morgan Stanley reveals holdings in Grayscale and Ark Bitcoin ETFs. JPMorgan's crypto strategy is unveiled on Empire Podcast, signaling increased institutional interest in digital assets.Sources:https://coingape.com/franklin-templeton-files-for-bitcoin-and-ether-crypto-index-etf/https://coingape.com/morgan-stanley-reveals-holdings-grayscale-ark-21shares-bitcoin-etf/https://blockworks.co/podcast/empire/4a73afea-5120-11ee-a4ff-07236249ad10Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Franklin Templeton Files For Bitcoin and Ether Crypto Index ETF(00:03:59) Morgan Stanley Reveals Holdings In Grayscale, Ark Bitcoin ETFs In New SEC Filing(00:05:52) JPMorgan Crypto Strategy Revealed on Empire Podcast

DeFi and AI Surge: Goldilocks, Fabric, and Sahara Secure Major Funding

Goldilocks DAO raises $1.5M for DeFi infrastructure on Berachain, while Fabric Cryptography lands a $33M Series A. Sahara AI secures a whopping $43M to advance a decentralized blockchain and AI economy. Dive into these groundbreaking developments shaping the future of decentralized finance and artificial intelligence.Sources:https://www.nftgators.com/exclusive-goldilocks-dao-secures-1-5m-strategic-round-to-build-novel-defi-infrastructure-on-berachain/https://www.nftgators.com/blockchain-capital-and-1kx-co-lead-33m-series-a-for-fabric-cryptography/https://pulse2.com/sahara-ai-decentralized-blockchain-platform-company-raises-43-million/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Goldilocks DAO Secures $1.5M to Develop DeFi Infrastructure on Berachain(00:03:30) Blockchain Capital and 1kx Co-Lead $33M Series A for Fabric Cryptography(00:05:16) Sahara AI Secures $43 Million to Advance Decentralized Blockchain and AI Economy

Ethereum’s MEV Evolution and Mt. Gox’s $2B Bitcoin Repayment

Explore the latest developments in Ethereum's Miner Extractable Value (MEV) and its impact on the network. Plus, get the details on BitGo's massive $2 billion Bitcoin transfer, marking the final phase of Mt. Gox's long-awaited repayments to creditors.Sources:https://www.forbes.com/sites/amorsexton/2024/08/15/the-evolution-of-ethereum-mev/https://crypto.news/final-mt-gox-repayments-near-as-bitgo-moves-2b-in-bitcoin/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) The Evolution Of Ethereum MEV(00:03:45) BitGo Initiates Final Mt. Gox Bitcoin Repayments with $2 Billion BTC Transfer

Web3 Gaming Leaps Forward: Partnerships, Acquisitions, and Innovations

Immutable partners with Axelar for enhanced gaming interoperability, Offchain Labs launches Tandem, and Alchemy collaborates with HackIndia for Web3 education. Plus, BitFlyer acquires FTX Japan, Ripple teams up with SBI Digital Community, and Unstoppable Domains introduces crypto payments for farmers.Sources:https://cryptoslate.com/press-releases/immutable-chooses-axelar-for-canonical-bridge-to-ethereum-enhancing-web3-gaming-interoperability/https://blockchain.news/news/offchain-labs-launches-tandem-to-empower-blockchain-innovationhttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/hackindia-and-alchemy-collaborate-to-propel-web3-education-in-indiahttps://bsc.news/post/tokyo-s-bit-flyer-acquires-ftx-japan-aims-for-crypto-et-fshttps://thecurrencyanalytics.com/altcoins/ripple-and-sbi-digital-community-team-up-to-propel-xrp-ledger-in-web3-130665https://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:3821f6edf094b:0-unstoppable-domains-to-let-farmers-accept-crypto-with-new-web3-domain/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Immutable Partners with Axelar for Enhanced Web3 Gaming Interoperability via Ethereum Bridge(00:03:16) Offchain Labs Launches Tandem to Empower Blockchain Innovation(00:05:51) Alchemy and HackIndia Collaborate to Propel Web3 Education in India(00:09:14) Tokyo's BitFlyer Acquires FTX Japan, Aims For Crypto ETFs(00:11:52) Ripple and SBI Digital Community Team Up to Propel XRP Ledger in Web3(00:14:45) Unstoppable Domains to Let Farmers Accept Crypto with New Web3 Domain

Trump’s Crypto Controversy and Binance’s India Comeback

Explore Donald Trump's involvement in a second Web3 token controversy and Elon Musk's impact on crypto markets. Learn about Schumer's push for crypto regulation, Coinbase's return to Hawaii, Tether's challenges with EU regulations, and Binance's resumed operations in India.Sources:https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/08/12/incredible-trump-bitcoin-and-crypto-plan-to-take-on-the-banks-revealed-amid-price-surge/https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/08/12/incredible-trump-bitcoin-and-crypto-plan-to-take-on-the-banks-revealed-amid-price-surge/https://blockworks.co/news/donald-trump-sons-web3-memecoin-dramahttps://www.bitcoinsensus.com/news/regulations/schumer-on-bipartisan-crypto-bill-passage/https://www.bitcoinsensus.com/news/regulations/schumer-on-bipartisan-crypto-bill-passage/https://coinpedia.org/cryptocurrency-regulation/coinbase-returns-to-hawaii-after-7-years-shift-in-hawaiian-crypto-regulations/https://www.bitcoinsensus.com/news/regulations/schumer-on-bipartisan-crypto-bill-passage/https://coinpedia.org/cryptocurrency-regulation/coinbase-returns-to-hawaii-after-7-years-shift-in-hawaiian-crypto-regulations/https://www.cryptoglobe.com/latest/2024/08/jpmorgan-research-warns-of-europes-crypto-regulation-impact-on-tether-usdt/https://www.bitcoinsensus.com/news/regulations/schumer-on-bipartisan-crypto-bill-passage/https://coinpedia.org/cryptocurrency-regulation/coinbase-returns-to-hawaii-after-7-years-shift-in-hawaiian-crypto-regulations/https://www.cryptoglobe.com/latest/2024/08/jpmorgan-research-warns-of-europes-crypto-regulation-impact-on-tether-usdt/https://cryptobriefing.com/binance-india-re-entry-settlement/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Impact on Bitcoin and Crypto Markets(00:02:59) Donald Trump Involved in Second Web3 Token Controversy(00:05:16) Schumer Pushes for Crypto Regulation by Year-End(00:09:03) Coinbase Resumes Crypto Services in Hawaii After Seven-Year Pause(00:11:33) Tether Faces Challenges from Europe's New MiCA Crypto Regulations(00:14:22) Binance Resumes Operations in India After Regulatory Halt