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? Floki partners with @NFFC, boosting global reach via LED boards, social media, and matchday programs. Exclusive fan offers enhance engagement. The EPL’s 3.23 billion viewership amplifies Floki’s exposure. ?⚽ $FLOKI #Crypto #SportsNews
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IMF proposes 85% electricity tax on AI and crypto mining to curb emissions. These sectors use 2% of global electricity, potentially rising to 3.5%. Tax could generate $23.2B annually. ChatGPT uses 10x more power than Google Search. #Sustainability @IMF
Chinese national kidnapped in Malaysia; $1.1M Bitcoin ransom paid. Six suspects arrested, including the victim’s driver. They face 30-40 years in prison and corporal punishment. Incident highlights rising crypto-related kidnappings in Asia. Next court date: Oct 8, 2024.
? Binance ($BNB) resumes operations in India after registering with FIU-IND, enhancing digital asset services. CEO Richard Teng highlights commitment to AML standards. Binance paid a $2.25M penalty to secure its return. ?? #Crypto #India @binance
? Bitcoin ETF outflows hit $81.36M on Aug 14, while Ethereum ETFs gain $10.77M in inflows. Selective inflows seen in $IBIT and $EZBC. Shifting investor preferences highlight growing confidence in $ETH. #Cryptocurrency #ETF
“Fin+AI 2024 in Florida, Oct 2-4, to feature top AI and fintech speakers from @BankofAmerica, @EarnUp, and @RBI. Canadian delegation led by @TradeCan will showcase expertise. Chris Skinner to present ‘Intelligent Money’ on digital currency. #FinAI2024”
Wisconsin divests $64M from $GBTC, shifting to $IBIT for stability. SWIB’s strategic move reflects growing institutional confidence in more reliable Bitcoin ETFs. #Crypto #Investment #Bitcoin
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North Korean hackers steal $1.3M from crypto project by converting $SOL to $ETH. Funds laundered via Tornado Cash. Hackers linked to 25+ attacks since June 2024. Experts urge better vetting and security measures. #CryptoSecurity #CyberCrime
Crypto Expo Milan 2023 at Studio 90 (Nov 21-23) to host 2,000+ participants. Keynotes, panels on DeFi, NFTs, and regulations. Early bird tickets available until Oct 2024. Exclusive VIP evening on Nov 21 for top-tier networking. #CryptoExpoMilan
Vitalik Buterin donates 200 $ETH ($532,398) to Animal Welfare Fund, showcasing crypto’s role in philanthropy. This move impacts the meme coin market, highlighting new funding methods for public projects. Read more: [link]
“Sling Money raises $15M in Series A to revolutionize cross-border payments with $USDP. Led by @usv, @RibbitCapital, and @slow, the app offers near-instant, low-fee transfers to 50+ countries. #Fintech #Payments”
FTC to fine crypto influencers up to $50,000 for fake reviews and followers. New rules aim to ensure transparency and fair competition, taking effect in 60 days. #CryptoRegulation #SocialMediaIntegrity
Fidelity’s $BITO and $ETHE ETFs see strong market reception, says Cynthia Lo Bessette. Skepticism lingers for alternative crypto ETFs like Solana. Ethereum ETF staking awaits SEC approval. Fidelity eyes stablecoin and tokenized treasury products. @Fidelity #CryptoNews
Goldman Sachs invests $418M in Bitcoin Spot ETFs, signaling confidence in crypto. The bank’s largest holding is 6.9M shares in $IBTC, worth $238.68M. Total AUM for Bitcoin ETFs now at 909,700 BTC. #Bitcoin #CryptoNews
