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160 - Blockchain Payment Innovations and Strategic Partnerships

160 - Blockchain Payment Innovations and Strategic Partnerships2025-03-28Explore the latest advancements in blockchain payment systems in the UAE, innovative crypto ETPs launched by Spirit Blockchain Capital, and Pakistan's vision to become a hub for Bitcoin mining. Discover how blockchain and biometrics are set to revolutionize digital payments, and learn about new strategic partnerships in AI and blockchain integration.Sources:https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/the-royal-office-of-h-h-sheikh-ahmed-bin-faisal-al-qassimi-and-acet-act-drive-blockchain-payment-innovation-in-uae-s-3-9-billion-usd-initiative-1034510259https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/03/27/3050514/0/en/Spirit-Blockchain-Capital-Unveils-Innovative-Crypto-ETPs-on-SIX-and-Deutsche-B%C3%B6rse-Pioneering-the-Future-of-Digital-Asset-Investing.htmlhttps://dailytimes.com.pk/1279754/pms-vision-pakistan-to-become-hub-for-bitcoin-mining-and-blockchain-innovation/https://www.macnifico.pt/news-en/blockchain-and-biometrics-how-world-networks-ambitious-collaboration-with-visa-could-revolutionize-digital-payments/35327/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/ai-and-blockchain-integration-soonchain-and-oracai-form-strategic-partnershiphttps://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/24/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/endless-announces-partnership-with-university-of-surrey-accelerating-web3-and-ai-innovations/2078564

159 - New Crypto Regulations and Global Collaborations

159 - New Crypto Regulations and Global Collaborations2025-03-27This episode covers the latest developments in crypto regulations, including the introduction of revised stablecoin legislation in the U.S., Taiwan's draft 'Virtual Asset Service Act', and the SEC's new roundtables for its Crypto Task Force. We also explore the Asia Web3 Alliance's efforts to foster US-Japan collaboration and the conclusion of the SEC's probe into Immutable.Sources:https://cryptoslate.com/house-introduces-revised-stablecoin-legislation-with-compliance-measures-and-developer-protection/https://cryptoslate.com/asia-web3-alliance-seeks-us-japan-collaboration-to-tackle-regulatory-challenges/https://decrypt.co/311598/sec-schedules-four-new-roundtables-for-crypto-task-forcehttps://crypto.news/taiwans-fsc-released-the-draft-of-virtual-asset-service-act-outlining-crypto-regulations/https://cryptoslate.com/sec-ends-probe-into-immutable-signaling-regulatory-shift-in-blockchain-gaming/https://cryptoslate.com/crypto-firms-urge-congress-to-rein-in-dojs-interpretation-of-money-transmission-laws/

158 - Crypto Innovations: Tokenization and Stablecoin Launches

158 - Crypto Innovations: Tokenization and Stablecoin Launches2025-03-26Explore the latest advancements in the crypto world as Abu Dhabi's ADGM partners with Chainlink for tokenization, Fidelity announces its new crypto stablecoin, and Rho Protocol introduces the first cryptonative rates market. Discover how these developments are shaping the future of digital finance.Sources:https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/03/25/abu-dhabi-accelerates-in-the-adoption-of-blockchain-agreement-between-adgm-and-chainlink-for-tokenization/https://blockchain.news/flashnews/fidelity-announces-launch-of-crypto-stablecoin-signaling-major-step-for-crypto-adoptionhttps://www.blockhead.co/2025/03/26/rho-protocol-launches-worlds-first-crypto-native-rates-market/

157 - Crypto Funding Surges Amid Market Developments

157 - Crypto Funding Surges Amid Market Developments2025-03-25This episode covers significant movements in the crypto market, including DWF Labs' introduction of a $250 million liquid fund, Tabit Insurance's $40 million Bitcoin-centric funding, and CoinShares' selection for BoursoBank's crypto ETP launch. We also discuss Oklahoma's approval of a Bitcoin reserve bill and World Liberty Financial's investment in MNT amidst portfolio losses.Sources:https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/03/24/crypto-market-maker-dwf-labs-establishes-usd250m-liquid-fundhttps://www.pymnts.com/news/investment-tracker/2025/tabit-insurance-announces-40-million-bitcoin-centric-funding/https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025-03-25:newsml_GNEc0pZQy:0-reg-coinshares-selected-for-boursobank-s-landmark-crypto-etp-launch/https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/03/25/oklahoma-house-approves-bitcoin-reserve-bill-for-state-funds/https://beincrypto.com/wlfi-cryptocurrency-investment-mantle-network/https://decrypt.co/311348/crypto-investment-products-reverse-streak-add-644-in-assets

156 - Crypto Raids, Real Estate Moves, and Regulatory Updates

156 - Crypto Raids, Real Estate Moves, and Regulatory Updates2025-03-24This episode covers a range of significant developments in the crypto world, including the raid of South Korean exchange Bithumb, HK Asia Holdings' increased Bitcoin investments, and a Japanese real estate firm's acceptance of cryptocurrencies like XRP, SOL, and DOGE. We also discuss Australia's new crypto regulations and a biotech company's strategic Bitcoin treasury.Sources:https://decrypt.co/310923/south-korean-crypto-exchange-bithumb-investigationhttps://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/03/21/hk-asia-holdings-buys-more-bitcoin-in-hedge-against-h-k-dollar-depreciationhttps://crypto.news/japanese-real-estate-firm-open-house-accepts-xrp-sol-and-doge/https://www.voiceofalexandria.com/news/national_business_news/argo-blockchain-plc-announces-appointment-of-chief-executive-officer/article_c92805f9-f1a6-56ca-bda6-12430f24c21f.htmlhttps://decrypt.co/311035/australia-unveils-new-crypto-regulations-pledges-action-debankinghttps://zycrypto.com/biotech-company-creates-5-million-bitcoin-treasury-to-offset-long-rd-times-for-clinical-drug-tests/

155 - AI and Blockchain Collaborations and Web3 Innovations

155 - AI and Blockchain Collaborations and Web3 Innovations2025-03-21Explore the latest in AI and blockchain as PAAL AI partners with CryptoAutos, Immutable prepares to showcase Web3 gaming at GDC 2025, and UniLend Finance teams up with SFT Protocol. Discover how Everything Blockchain is positioning itself for market leadership with new consulting services.Sources:https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/ai-and-blockchain-unite-paal-ai-joins-forces-with-cryptoautoshttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/immutable-to-showcase-web3-gaming-innovations-at-gdc-2025https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/unilend-finance-and-sft-protocol-partner-to-advance-web3-innovationhttps://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/17/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/everything-blockchain-sets-stage-for-market-leadership-with-launch-of-comprehensive-blockchain-consulting-services/2074285

154 - Crypto Market Expansions and Regulatory Milestones

154 - Crypto Market Expansions and Regulatory Milestones2025-03-20Explore the latest developments in the crypto world as ELTFV Exchange enters the European market, Brazilian lawmakers propose Bitcoin salary regulations, and South Korea reassesses Bitcoin ETF prospects. Additionally, Ripple celebrates a legal victory with the SEC dropping its XRP lawsuit, while VeChain secures MiCAR approval. Discover how crypto firms are navigating a favorable regulatory climate to seek bank charters.Sources:https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/eltfv-exchange-expands-into-the-european-market-actively-adhering-to-mica-regulations-1034491187https://dig.watch/updates/brazilian-lawmaker-proposes-bitcoin-salary-regulationhttps://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/south-korea-reassesses-bitcoin-etf-prospects-as-japan-shifts-crypto-policies/https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/ripple-ceo-sec-drops-case-in-resounding-victory-for-crypto/https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/sec-officially-drops-xrp-lawsuit-ripple-celebrates-landmark-victory/https://cryptoslate.com/xrp-surges-10-as-ripple-claims-decisive-win-over-sec-regulations/https://wallstreetpit.com/125272-ripples-historic-victory-the-secs-war-on-crypto-ends-in-defeat/https://crypto.news/vechain-gets-micar-nod-for-vet-and-vtho-whitepapers/https://www.tokenpost.com/news/regulation/14462

153 - Institutional Moves and Regulatory Approvals in Crypto

153 - Institutional Moves and Regulatory Approvals in Crypto2025-03-19This episode covers significant developments in the crypto space, including BlackRock and ARK Invest's substantial Bitcoin purchases, CME Group's launch of Solana futures, and Coinbase's new verified liquidity pools. We also discuss Swiss regulatory approval for a blockchain trading platform and HashKey's expansion in Hong Kong.Sources:https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/blackrock-and-ark-invest-significantly-in-bitcoin-buys-indicating-strong-institutional-demand/https://www.tradingview.com/news/financemagnates:b92ec156d094b:0-cme-group-expands-crypto-derivatives-with-solana-futures-launch/https://beincrypto.com/coinbase-verified-pools-institutional-users/https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/swiss-regulator-approves-blockchain-trading-platform-by-bx-digitalhttps://technode.global/2025/03/19/hashkey-secures-license-to-expand-crypto-service-offerings-in-hong-kong/https://fxnewsgroup.com/forex-news/cryptocurrency/mas-digital-partners-with-tp-icaps-fusion-digital-assets-on-crypto-liquidity/

152 - Strategic Investments in Crypto and Blockchain

152 - Strategic Investments in Crypto and Blockchain2025-03-18This episode covers significant investments in the crypto and blockchain space, including MEXC Ventures' $36 million investment in Ethena's USDE, Rumble's $17 million Bitcoin purchase, and Mesh's $82 million Series B financing. Additionally, we explore the partnership between StratifyX and INTO to enhance AI-driven Web3 investments.Sources:https://www.coindesk.com/business/2025/03/12/mexc-ventures-invests-usd36m-in-ethena-s-usde-as-stablecoin-demand-continues-to-surgehttps://www.cointrust.com/market-news/stratifyx-and-into-partner-to-enhance-ai-driven-web3-investmentshttps://crypto.news/rumble-makes-17-1m-purchase-of-188-bitcoin/https://www.electronicpaymentsinternational.com/news/mesh-series-b-financing/

151 - Crypto Investments and Global Trade Developments

151 - Crypto Investments and Global Trade Developments2025-03-17This episode covers the launch of the first-ever Bitcoin corporate treasury convertible bond ETF by REX Shares, Russia's use of crypto in oil trade with China and India, and RedotPay's $40 million funding to expand its crypto payment platform. Additionally, we discuss MoonPay's expansion in the US and Binance's significant $2 billion investment from MGX.Sources:https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/03/14/rex-shares-launches-first-ever-bitcoin-corporate-treasury-convertible-bond-etf/https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/03/14/russia-using-crypto-in-chinese-and-indian-oil-trade-reuters-a88370https://www.pymnts.com/news/investment-tracker/2025/redotpay-raises-40-million-dollars-expand-crypto-payment-platform/https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/moonpay-secures-wisconsin-license-expands-presence-in-u-s-crypto-market/https://thefintechtimes.com/binance-secures-2billion-investment-from-mgx/