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170 - Global Crypto Regulatory Shifts and New U.S. Legislation

170 - Global Crypto Regulatory Shifts and New U.S. Legislation2025-04-11This episode covers significant developments in cryptocurrency regulation worldwide, including Nigeria's new classification of crypto as a security, Thailand's expedited digital regulations, and the U.S. signing its first crypto regulatory bill into law. We also discuss calls for regulatory clarity from industry leaders and the push for federal oversight amid increasing fraud.Sources:https://www.mariblock.com/crypto-is-now-a-security-in-nigeria-what-you-need-to-know/https://www.blockhead.co/2025/04/11/thailand-fast-tracks-new-digital-regulations-intensifying-scrutiny-on-crypto-businesses/https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-754414-20250411https://www.fxstreet.com/cryptocurrencies/news/president-donald-trump-signs-first-us-crypto-regulatory-bill-into-law-202504110600https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/technology/donald-trump-signs-bill-to-nullify-expanded-irs-crypto-broker-rule/articleshow/120188680.cmshttps://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/04/07/president-trump-signs-resolution-erasing-irs-crypto-rule-targeting-defihttps://www.dlnews.com/articles/regulation/trump-signs-bill-repealing-irs-rule-targeting-defi/https://crypto.news/airdrops-should-get-a-safe-harbor-from-regulation-states-a16z-crypto-head-of-policy/https://financefeeds.com/opensea-advocates-for-distinct-regulatory-framework/https://www.fingerlakes1.com/2025/04/10/attorney-general-cryptocurrency-regulation-call-2025/

169 - Crypto Leadership Changes and Strategic Moves

169 - Crypto Leadership Changes and Strategic Moves2025-04-10This episode covers significant developments in the crypto world, including the Senate's confirmation of Paul Atkins as the new SEC head, Octane's funding to combat blockchain hacks, and ShareRing's blockchain ID trial in Australia. We also discuss BlackRock's choice of Anchorage Digital as ETF custodian, Mastercard and Kraken's crypto payment promotion, and Magic Eden's acquisition of Slingshot App for crypto trading.Sources:https://decrypt.co/314225/senate-confirms-crypto-friendly-paul-atkins-genslers-sec-successorhttps://decrypt.co/314038/winklevoss-backed-startup-octane-raises-millions-blockchain-hacks-aihttps://decrypt.co/314259/sharering-trial-blockchain-id-australian-government-age-verification-pushhttps://decrypt.co/313880/blackrock-anchorage-bitcoin-ethereum-etf-custodianhttps://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/mastercard-kraken-team-promote-crypto-payments-europe-united-kingdom/https://decrypt.co/314151/magic-eden-crypto-trading-slingshot-acquisition

168 - Ripple’s Major Acquisition and Web3 Advancements

168 - Ripple's Major Acquisition and Web3 Advancements2025-04-09In a significant move, Ripple acquires Hidden Road for $1.25 billion to enhance its institutional crypto services. Meanwhile, WeBank launches POTOS to bolster Hong Kong's Web3 future, and Spark Capital leads a $50 million Series B for the Web3 restaurant app Blackbird. Explore these pivotal developments in the crypto and blockchain space.Sources:https://crypto.news/ripple-acquires-prime-broker-hidden-road-for-1-25-billion-to-expand-institutional-services/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/webank-launches-potos-to-strengthen-hong-kongs-web3-futurehttps://www.nftgators.com/spark-capital-leads-50m-series-b-for-web3-restaurant-app-blackbird/

167 - Crypto Advancements and Regulatory Actions

167 - Crypto Advancements and Regulatory Actions2025-04-08This episode covers significant developments in the crypto world, including Binance co-founder CZ's advisory role in Pakistan's new crypto council, the debut of the first-ever leveraged XRP ETF in the US, and Janover's $42 million raise for digital asset acquisition. We also discuss Dragonfly Capital's investment in Codex, Franklin Templeton's backing of a stablecoin project, and Australia's crackdown on crypto scams.Sources:https://decrypt.co/313703/binance-co-founder-cz-advise-pakistan-crypto-councilhttps://cryptobriefing.com/first-leveraged-xrp-etf-us/https://www.pymnts.com/news/investment-tracker/2025/janover-raises-42-million-to-accelerate-acquisition-of-digital-assets/https://crypto.news/crypto-vc-funding-dragonfly-capital-codex-16m-round/https://crypto.news/franklin-templeton-backs-8m-round-for-stablecoin-project-cap/https://crypto.news/australia-shuts-down-95-firms-with-ties-to-crypto-pig-butchering-scams/

166 - Crypto Collaborations and Market Innovations

166 - Crypto Collaborations and Market Innovations2025-04-07Explore the latest in crypto as Changpeng Zhao partners with Kyrgyzstan for economic growth, Circle tests market confidence with its IPO filing, and BNY teams up with BlackRock in blockchain banking. Discover how Solana and Chainlink are integrating with PayPal and Venmo, and learn about the rise of crypto cards with WhiteBIT Nova's milestone. Plus, find out about Media Do's sale of MyAnimeList to Web3/AI company Gaudiy.Sources:https://coinfomania.com/changpeng-zhao-teams-up-with-kyrgyzstan-can-crypto-and-blockchain-spark-a-new-era-of-economic-growth/https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/04/04/circle-s-ipo-filing-tests-crypto-market-confidence-after-trump-s-tariff-shockhttps://bitcoinist.com/blockchain-meets-banking-bnys-bold-move-with-blackrock-in-tow/https://decrypt.co/313476/solana-chainlink-support-paypal-venmohttps://markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/crypto-cards-are-driving-blockchain-adoption-as-whitebit-nova-users-hits-over-1-million-transactions-1034550890https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2025-04-01/media-do-distributor-sells-myanimelist-site-to-web3-ai-company-gaudiy/.223137

165 - ByteNova AI and Viu’s Web3 Ventures

165 - ByteNova AI and Viu's Web3 Ventures2025-04-04Explore the latest in Web3 innovation as ByteNova AI teams up with CMC Labs to integrate Edge AI with blockchain technology. Additionally, Viu partners with Azuki to enhance its streaming content with a focus on Web3, marking a significant step in digital content evolution.Sources:https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bytenova-ai-powers-up-with-cmc-labs-edge-ai-meets-web3-innovationhttps://www.cointrust.com/news/viu-partners-with-azuki-to-expand-web3-focused-streaming-content

164 - Crypto Regulation Advances and New Partnerships

164 - Crypto Regulation Advances and New Partnerships2025-04-03This episode covers significant developments in the crypto industry, including the UK's plan to authorize crypto firms by 2026, SHRAPNEL's partnership with the Chinese government for a Web3 game, and the CFTC's regulatory simplifications. We also discuss California's new crypto rights, the FDIC's relaxed rules for banks, and Solana's launch of a policy institute to advocate for crypto regulation.Sources:https://thepaypers.com/cryptocurrencies/uk-financial-regulator-plans-to-authorise-crypto-firms-by-2026--1272935https://decrypt.co/312576/shrapnel-partners-with-the-chinese-government-to-launch-the-first-licensed-web3-game-on-the-nations-official-rwa-chainhttps://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/04/01/cftc-withdraws-2-crypto-advisories-to-simplify-regulation/https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/04/01/california-leads-the-way-in-crypto-rights-the-assembly-proposes-an-innovative-law/https://news.shib.io/2025/03/31/fdic-eases-crypto-rules-for-banks-drops-approval-hurdle/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/solana-launches-policy-institute-to-advocate-for-crypto-regulation

163 - Institutional Bitcoin Investments and Regulatory Concerns

163 - Institutional Bitcoin Investments and Regulatory Concerns2025-04-02This episode explores the surge in institutional Bitcoin investments, including Kliff Capital's funding of Sora Ventures and GoMining's new $100M Bitcoin Yield Fund. We also discuss Bitwise's significant Bitcoin purchase and the regulatory concerns raised by EU regulators regarding U.S. openness to crypto. Additionally, we cover the rebound of altcoins and the restrictions on crypto investments for key pension funds in Brazil.Sources:https://cryptoslate.com/asian-bitcoin-adoption-surges-as-kliff-capital-funds-sora-ventures-bitcoin-treasury-model/https://crypto.news/gomining-debuts-institutional-division-launches-100m-bitcoin-yield-fund/https://blockchain.news/flashnews/bitwise-s-24-5-million-bitcoin-purchase-signals-institutional-confidencehttps://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/04/01/u-s-openness-to-crypto-could-raise-risk-levels-in-tradfi-european-regulators-sayhttps://cryptodnes.bg/en/altcoins-see-major-rebound-as-institutional-investors-pour-millions-into-crypto-products/https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/key-pension-funds-prohibited-from-making-crypto-investments-in-brazil-citing-high-risk/

162 - Crypto Developments: Legislation, Investments, and Innovations

162 - Crypto Developments: Legislation, Investments, and Innovations2025-04-01This episode covers a range of significant developments in the crypto world, including a new bill that could allow retirement funds to invest in crypto, early moves by Korean exchanges to attract corporate investment, and Japan's exploration of new regulations. We also discuss MoonPay's new feature for US users and The9's major investment in a GameFi platform.Sources:https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/04/01/usa-a-new-law-is-coming-to-invest-pension-funds-in-crypto/https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/04/01/senator-tommy-tuberville-to-propose-bill-allowing-401k-investment-in-bitcoin-and-crypto/https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2025/03/816_395326.htmlhttps://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/japans-fsa-explores-new-regulations-to-classify-crypto-as-financial-productshttps://thepaypers.com/cryptocurrencies/moonpay-launches-recurring-buys-for-us-crypto-users--1272946https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NCTY/the9-limited-receives-strategic-investment-from-cryptocurrency-7dsfyvl6bgkz.htmlhttps://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dominari-holdings-investment-american-data-centers-becomes-american-bitcoin-in-transformative-bitcoin-mining-deal-with-hut-8-302415473.html

161 - Crypto Expansion and Strategic Alliances

161 - Crypto Expansion and Strategic Alliances2025-03-31Explore the latest developments in the crypto world, including AhnLab's blockchain subsidiary securing a major contract, Trump's expansion into stablecoins, and GameStop's embrace of Bitcoin. We also cover Injective's new role in crypto advocacy and the Blockchain Alliance's efforts to protect intellectual property in the anime industry.Sources:https://www.mk.co.kr/en/it/11278362https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/crypto-news/trumps-crypto-empire-set-to-expand-with-new-stablecoin-and-investment-fund-offerings/articleshow/119696056.cmshttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/injective-strengthens-crypto-advocacy-by-joining-blockchain-associationhttps://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/injective-joins-blockchain-association-to-help-amplify-crypto-advocacy/https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/03/28/trump-pardons-three-founders-bitmex-cryptocurrency/82708964007/https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/business/money-report/trump-pardons-three-co-founders-of-bitmex-crypto-exchange/3530739/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/blockchain-alliance-to-strengthen-ip-protection-in-anime-industryhttps://www.tradingview.com/news/cointelegraph:5636641f3094b:0-crypto-biz-gamestop-takes-the-orange-pill/