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32 - Immutable Partners With GRAMPUS CWC For Web3 Gaming Expansion

Immutable announces a strategic partnership with GRAMPUS CWC to bring popular games to its Web3 platform. Meanwhile, Alchemy Pay integrates Catizen's $CATI token, dYdX adds Phantom Wallet support, eToro resumes real crypto trading in Germany, Sky Mavis reveals Ronin Forge grantees, and IndSoft Cloud launches a startup accelerator program.

31 - Crypto Firms Expand: CoinDCX Reshuffles, Kraken Acquires Dutch Broker

CoinDCX appoints new leadership for its Web3 arm Okto, while Kraken acquires Dutch crypto broker Coin Meester BV. Other highlights include Alchemy Pay's Google Pay integration, Ripple's stablecoin launch preparations, and the Ignition AI Accelerator's partnership with Aptos Foundation to boost AI startups in Asia.Sources:https://mediabrief.com/oktos-leadership-with-the-appointment-of-rohit-jain-and-minal-thukral/https://insidebitcoins.com/news/top-trending-coins-on-geckoterminal-today-layerzero-isei-trumps-hathttps://www.techedt.com/aptos-foundation-partners-with-ignition-ai-accelerator-to-drive-ai-startups-in-apachttps://www.pymnts.com/news/faster-payments/2024/alchemy-pay-integrates-crypto-card-with-google-pay/https://www.cryptonewsz.com/ledger-live-adds-support-for-ripple-usd-rlusd/https://www.blockhead.co/2024/09/25/kraken-acquires-dutch-crypto-broker-coin-meester-bv-2/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) CoinDCX Bolsters Okto Leadership to Spearhead DeFi Initiatives and Drive Web3 Adoption(00:02:17) LayerZero Among Top Trending Coins on GeckoTerminal(00:05:09) Aptos Foundation Partners with Ignition AI Accelerator to Drive AI Startups in APAC(00:07:57) Alchemy Pay Enhances Crypto Payment Accessibility with Google Pay Integration(00:09:28) Ripple's Major Updates and Preparations for Stablecoin Launch(00:10:51) Kraken Expands European Presence with Multiple Acquisitions of Dutch Crypto Brokers

30 - FDIC Proposes New Rules For Banks Partnering With Fintechs

The FDIC introduces new recordkeeping rules for banks working with fintechs, aiming to enhance deposit insurance determinations. Meanwhile, Nigeria's SEC issues its first digital asset exchange licenses, and Kamala Harris promises to prioritize blockchain in her economic plan. The podcast also covers SEC discussions on NFT classification and EU leadership changes affecting crypto regulation.Sources:https://natlawreview.com/article/new-fdic-recordkeeping-requirements-director-chopra-cautions-against-new-form-renthttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/nigerias-blockchain-industry-aims-to-fight-corruption-through-regulatory-collaborationhttps://cryptonews.com.au/news/kamala-harris-promises-to-make-us-dominant-in-blockchain-123597/https://www.cryptonewsz.com/hester-peirce-sec-classifying-nft-securities/https://www.dlnews.com/articles/regulation/what-the-eus-nominated-commissioners-mean-for-crypto/https://coingeek.com/nigeria-sec-vows-to-crack-down-on-unlicensed-exchanges/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) FDIC Implements New Recordkeeping Requirements and Faces Industry Scrutiny(00:02:00) Nigeria's Blockchain Industry Aims to Fight Corruption Through Regulatory Collaboration(00:04:00) Kamala Harris Promises to Make US Dominant in Blockchain and Crypto(00:06:43) Hester Peirce Breaks Silence on SEC Classifying NFT as Securities(00:07:53) EU Leadership Changes and Implications for Cryptocurrency Regulation(00:09:55) Nigeria's Blockchain Regulatory Efforts Intensify with Government and Industry Collaboration

29 - Swiss Banks Explore Digital Franc As Global CBDC Sentiment Wavers

Leading Swiss banks initiate a blockchain-based digital franc project, while a Deutsche Bank survey reveals consumer hesitancy towards CBDCs. Meanwhile, Mizuho Bank, JP Morgan, and Societe Generale make strides in blockchain applications for carbon credits, commercial paper, and stablecoins respectively.Sources:https://topnews.in/postfinance-ubs-and-sygnum-exploring-digital-swiss-franc-options-2415145https://igaming.org/crypto/deutsche-bank-survey-finds-cash-still-favored-over-cbdcs-by-consumers/https://ledgerinsights.com/mizuho-bank-fujitsu-collaborate-to-use-dlt-for-carbon-credits/https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/09/23/jp-morgans-onyx-blockchain-used-for-siemens-digital-commercial-paper-settlement/https://www.santander.com/en/press-room/press-releases/2024/09/santander-announces-its-participation-in-project-agorahttps://thetokenizer.io/2024/09/23/societe-generale-forge-integrates-eur-coinvertible-eurcv-stablecoin-on-solana-blockchain/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:32) PostFinance, UBS, and Sygnum Exploring Digital Swiss Franc Options(00:02:13) Deutsche Bank Surveys Highlight Consumer Preference for Cash Over CBDCs(00:04:27) Mizuho Bank and Fujitsu Collaborate Using DLT for Carbon Credits(00:07:56) JP Morgan's Blockchain Initiatives Highlight Institutional Embrace of Digital Assets(00:09:53) Santander Announces Its Participation in Project Agorá(00:12:05) Societe Generale-FORGE Integrates EUR CoinVertible Stablecoin on Solana Blockchain

28 - Crypto Investment Surge: Eaglebrook Raises $20M As Inflows Hit $321M

Eaglebrook Advisors secures $20 million in Series A funding, while crypto investment products see $321 million in weekly inflows. This episode also covers Fabric Ventures' $140 million fund closure, CertiK's $45 million Web3 investment, VP Harris's crypto stance, and VeChain's sustainability push in the blockchain space.Sources:https://www.wealthmanagement.com/technology/crypto-focused-eaglebrook-advisors-lands-20m-fundinghttps://financialit.net/news/fundraising-news/fabric-ventures-closes-140m-venture-fund-and-announces-first-close-growth-fundhttps://coingape.com/certik-ventures-unveils-45m-war-chest-is-web3-security-the-next-big-bet/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/kamala-harris-makes-her-first-big-move-on-cryptocurrency-policy/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/kamala-harris-makes-her-first-big-move-on-cryptocurrency-policy/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/vechain-news-tim-draper-endorses-sustainability-through-web3-and-vet-driven-investment-opportunities/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/kamala-harris-makes-her-first-big-move-on-cryptocurrency-policy/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/vechain-news-tim-draper-endorses-sustainability-through-web3-and-vet-driven-investment-opportunities/https://cryptopotato.com/crypto-funds-extend-positive-streak-with-321m-weekly-inflows/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Crypto-Focused Eaglebrook Advisors Lands $20M in Funding(00:01:46) Fabric Ventures Closes $140M Venture Fund, Announces First Close of Growth Fund(00:03:36) CertiK Ventures Unveils $45M Fund to Drive Web3 Development and Blockchain Security(00:06:04) Kamala Harris Makes Her First Big Move on Cryptocurrency Policy(00:07:13) VeChain News: Tim Draper Endorses Sustainability Through Web3 and VET-Driven Investment Opportunities(00:08:30) Crypto Funds Extend Positive Streak With $321M Weekly Inflows

27 - Mickey Mouse NFTs Soar As Kraken Faces SEC Lawsuit

Public domain Mickey Mouse NFTs see trading success, while Kraken battles SEC allegations. Plus, major XRP transfers spark speculation, Boba Network joins Superchain, Bitcoin.com partners with MoonPay, and OpenZeppelin collaborates with Axelar on cross-chain standards.Sources:https://bsc.news/post/mickey-mouse-nfts-sail-to-the-top-on-opensea-as-iconic-steamboat-willie-enters-public-domainhttps://bsc.news/post/sec-sues-kraken-unpacking-the-legal-battle-shaking-the-crypto-worldhttps://www.cryptonewsz.com/xrp-whale-alert-ripple-moves-100m-tokens-bitso/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/boba-network-joins-superchain-paving-the-way-for-enhanced-blockchain-interoperabilityhttps://thepaypers.com/cryptocurrencies/bitcoincom-partners-with-moonpay--1270135https://cryptoslate.com/press-releases/openzeppelin-and-axelar-collaborate-to-advance-ethereum-l2-interoperability/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:30) Mickey Mouse NFTs Sail to the Top on OpenSea as Iconic Steamboat Willie Enters Public Domain(00:01:36) SEC Sues Kraken: Unpacking the Legal Battle Shaking the Crypto World(00:03:04) XRP Whale Alert: Ripple Moves 100M Tokens to Bitso(00:05:16) Boba Network Joins Superchain to Enhance Blockchain Interoperability(00:06:56) Bitcoin.com Partners with MoonPay for Exclusive Payments Partnership(00:08:15) Axelar Enhances Ethereum Interoperability with Key Partnerships

26 - Yuga Labs Launches Free Dookey Dash Game And Okto Chain Allocates Developer Grants

Yuga Labs releases 'Dookey Dash: Unclogged' for multiple platforms with a $1 million tournament, while CoinDCX's Okto Chain allocates 1% of OKTO tokens for developer grants. Plus, updates on Stacks' sBTC integration with Aptos, Rewardable's omnichain launch, USDC on SUI Network, and the upcoming Web3 World Consortium event in Singapore.Sources:https://decrypt.co/250377/bored-ape-game-dookey-dash-unclogged-1-million-prizes-2https://crypto.news/coindcxs-okto-chain-allocates-1-of-okto-supply-as-developer-grant/https://www.crypto-news-flash.com/how-sbtc-brings-bitcoin-into-defi-and-gaming-on-aptos/https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/rewardable-announces-v2-launch-on-layerzero-creating-an-omnichain-task-to-earn-ecosystem-1033783518https://dailyhodl.com/2024/09/18/sui-surges-over-35-in-a-week-amid-plans-to-support-native-usdc-stablecoin-on-the-layer-1-blockchain/https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2024/09/19/mark-your-calendars-for-the-singapore-edition-of-the-web3-world-consortium/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:32) Yuga Labs and Faraway Release 'Dookey Dash: Unclogged' with $1 Million in Prizes(00:02:08) CoinDCX's Okto Chain Allocates 1% of OKTO Supply as Developer Grant(00:03:27) sBTC Integration with Aptos Network Unlocks New DeFi Possibilities(00:06:10) LayerZero Expands Ecosystem with New Integrations and Launches(00:07:51) Circle Expands USDC Integration Across Multiple Platforms and Geographies(00:09:43) Mark Your Calendars For The Singapore Edition Of The Web3 World Consortium!

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-tacticsOutline:(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

24 - Vanguard Rejects Spot Bitcoin ETFs Citing Core Values

Vanguard announces its decision to abstain from launching a spot Bitcoin ETF and denies trading access to other U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs. The firm's executive explains this stance as aligning with Vanguard's investment philosophy and core values, marking a significant contrast to competitors in the evolving cryptocurrency market.Sources:https://www.fxempire.com/news/article/crypto-news-today-vanguard-rules-out-spot-bitcoin-etf-microstrategy-joins-world-index-1431083Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:34) Vanguard Rules Out Bitcoin ETF

23 - Blockchain Innovations: HTX At Korea Week And ParaFi’s Fund Tokenization

HTX Ventures showcases leadership at Korea Blockchain Week, focusing on AI and blockchain integration. The Borderless Summit in Singapore brings together Eastern and Western Web3 perspectives. ParaFi Capital tokenizes its venture fund on Avalanche, signaling a shift towards more accessible and liquid investments in the crypto space.Sources:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/htx-ventures-and-htx-dao-lead-web3-investments-and-innovation-discussions-at-korea-blockchain-week-2024-302245464.htmlhttps://www.finsmes.com/2024/09/borderless-summit-to-explore-the-era-of-consumer-first-web3-during-token2049-singapore.htmlhttps://www.crypto-news-flash.com/parafi-partners-with-securitize-to-tokenize-1b-venture-fund-on-avalanche-will-this-bolster-avax-to-ath/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) HTX Ventures and HTX DAO Lead Web3 Investments and Innovation Discussions at Korea Blockchain Week 2024(00:03:24) Borderless Summit to Explore the Era of Consumer-First Web3 During TOKEN2049 Singapore(00:05:33) ParaFi Capital's Strategic Move to Tokenize $1B+ Venture Fund on Avalanche Blockchain