Biometric Data Erasure: Chile’s Bold Move
The Supreme Court of Chile has ordered @World to delete all biometric data of a 17-year-old within 30 days, citing violations of constitutional rights in iris-scanning activities. #Breaking #Legal (+9) ↗
Crypto News
General category for all types of news related to the cryptocurrency world.
Crypto Surges Higher Defying Expectations
Ryan Watkins of @SyncracyCapital predicts a prolonged crypto bull market, citing changes like crypto-based ETFs and supportive US administration. He emphasizes the need for active management as dispersion increases in the asset class. #Update #Crypto (+3) ↗
Singapore Blocks Polymarket Over Gambling Concerns
Singapore blocks access to @Polymarket as users report restrictions under the Gambling Control Act 2022, which bans betting with unlicensed operators. This move highlights regulatory challenges faced by decentralized prediction markets. #Update #Legal (+3) ↘
Crypto Leadership Shift: New Era Begins
Several key figures in cryptocurrency enforcement at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are stepping down, signaling a shift towards innovation-focused oversight under the new administration. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+8) ↗
DOGE Drama: Elon Musk Reverses Promise
Elon Musk revises his $2 trillion U.S. government spending cut target to $1 trillion via the Department of Government Efficiency, citing practicality concerns. #Update #Legal $DOGE (+3) ↘
Crypto ATMs Surge Bitbase Expands Argentina
@Bitbase is expanding its crypto ATM network in Argentina, capitalizing on the growing popularity of digital assets. The company opened its first location last year and plans further expansion in 2025. #Update #Crypto (+3) ↗
Deepfake Porn Scandal Shakes Sydney School
A Sydney high school student is under police investigation for allegedly creating AI-generated pornographic deepfakes of female classmates, using images from social media and school events, marking a significant AI-related incident in Australia. #Breaking #Legal @TheGuardian (+8) ↗
Crypto ATMs Surge Amid Industry Recovery
The global crypto ATM count is nearing its previous high of 39,958, showcasing resilience after the Terra and FTX disruptions in 2023. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗
Crypto Campaign Raises $140K for Investigation
Poornima Ramarao, mother of late @OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji, has raised over $140K in crypto to fund an independent investigation into her son’s death, disputing the official suicide ruling. #Update #Legal @OpenAI (+5) ↗
ZK Proofs 2025: 100x Improvement Predicted
Zero-knowledge proofs experts predict continued growth in 2025, highlighting performance and tool improvements that enhance privacy and scalability, with a projected ‘100x improvement’ in practicality across sectors. #Update #Tech (+3) ↗
FLOKI Price Set for 200% Surge
Crypto analyst Investing Haven forecasts a 200% surge for $FLOKI, contingent on maintaining support at $0.000122, with potential targets of $0.0005 by 2025 and $0.00088 this year per CryptoElites. #Update #Crypto $FLOKI (+3) ↗
Cryptocurrency Regulation: Kenya’s New Draft Legislation
Kenya is drafting legislation to regulate cryptocurrencies, with a proposal open for public feedback until Jan. 24, marking a significant step in crypto oversight by the Kenyan government. #Update #Legal #Crypto (0) →
China Halts Bond Buys Yuan Steady
China’s central bank, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), halted government bond purchases to support the yuan amid its depreciation, potentially benefiting bitcoin ($BTC) as capital may flow into crypto markets. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗
Wildfires: AI Deepfakes Fuel Misinformation
AI-generated deepfakes of wildfires in Los Angeles, including fake images of the Hollywood sign burning, are spreading misinformation amid ongoing natural disasters. The Hollywood Sign Trust confirms the sign remains undamaged. #Update #Misinformation @DecryptMedia (→ 0)