DBS Bank has launched its “DBS Token Services” for real-time blockchain payment settlements, using smart contracts for enhanced security and transparency.

Renowned cryptocurrency analyst Michaël Van de Poppe has shared his latest altcoin portfolio, expressing optimism despite past losses during altcoin rallies. In his recent video, he outlined his altcoin trading strategies for the anticipated bull market to maximize the early profit, emphasizing a crucial shift in focus toward newer assets for potentially higher returns.

Republican control of the Senate would be key to passing bills such as FIT21 and appointing pro-crypto agency leaders, and digital asset reform would likely happen sooner with both chambers aligned, the report said.

Falconx, a digital assets prime brokerage firm, has launched a platform that automates the conversion of cryptocurrency to USD for miners. This platform aims to streamline the liquidation process, reducing delays and improving efficiency for miners. Enhanced Liquidity for Miners Falconx, the digital assets prime brokerage firm, announced on Oct.

Stripe is in talks to acquire crypto startup Bridge for $1 billion, expanding its stablecoin and crypto payment capabilities

In a critical cybersecurity breach on October 17, 2024, Ambient Finance, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, was targeted by a domain name system (DNS) attack that compromised its website.

The service lets users in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, DRC, Togo, and Senegal buy crypto.

A blockchain contains three main tiers: keeping safety as the top priority, making sure everything works all the time, and letting everyone participate in how a blockchain works.

Helika's Web3 Gaming Report showed that the number of unique wallets transferring NFTs in Telegram surged from under 200,000 in July to over one million in September.

Chirag Tomar stole over $20 million by spoofing the Coinbase Pro website. He was arrested at Atlanta airport and pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy.

Data from Arkham Intelligence, a public data application that enables users to analyze blockchain and crypto activities, shows that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has earned nearly $6.1 million from his cryptocurrency holdings this year.

RECRD, a SocialFi platform, and Indian media company Shemaroo Entertainment have partnered to bring Bollywood films and music to the blockchain. The partnership will bring Bollywood films like Jab We Met, Khakee, and Golmaal Returns on the blockchain as digital collectibles.

Tomar spent the victims' funds on a lavish lifestyle, including luxury watches and expensive cars like Lamborghinis and Porsches.

The year 2025 is shaping up to be marked by a fiscal upheaval. Whether you are a seasoned cryptocurrency investor or earn dividends on your investments, the recent increase in the flat tax, approved by the Finance Committee, could weigh on your gains.

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India leads global crypto adoption, outpacing traditional hubs, despite regulatory challenges, marking a major shift in Asia's crypto landscape.

A DAO is a group that operates without a traditional management structure, relying instead on smart contracts and community decision-making. Irina Heaver, a lawyer from NeosLegal, explained that this new framework will allow even smaller DAOs to operate legally in the UAE.

The 'DBS Token Services' integrates tokenization and smart contract-enabled capabilities with the bank's existing banking services.

The United States authority announced that Chirag Tomar, a 31-year-old Indian national, was sentenced to 60 months in prison for stealing over $20 million by creating fake websites mimicking the crypto exchange Coinbase. He will also serve two years of supervised release.

One in seven US voters in a survey conducted by The Digital Chamber state a candidate's crypto stance could determine who gets their vote in the upcoming presidential election.

This new service was developed in partnership with SCB 10X and Lightnet. It aims to make sending and receiving money across borders faster and more efficient.

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Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) has partnered with SCB 10X and Lightnet to launch Thailand's first stablecoin-based cross-border payment system, aimed at streamlining international transactions.

Key deadlines for crypto-asset regulation are approaching, as Cyprus' regulator announced that the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) will take effect for service providers by December 2024, with registration closing by October.

The crypto trading industry is approaching its peak, with the rumored bull run to hit at the beginning of 2025. However, even before that, the bulls started to show dominance under the influence of Uptober, whose result is clearly visible in many crypto investor's portfolios.

The Central and Southern Asia and Oceania (CSAO) region has established itself as one of the dominant regions in the crypto landscape.

UAE lawyer Irina Heaver told Cointelegraph that the framework would allow even smaller DAOs to operate legally.

Venmo, the popular U.S. payment app, has teamed up with MoonPay, allowing its 60 million users to buy crypto directly through their accounts. The integration promises to make crypto purchases faster and more convenient.

The crypto world, already dynamic and unpredictable, is now rocked by an unexpected alliance between artificial intelligence and meme coins. These two worlds, which once seemed unlikely to cross paths, are now intertwined to create new opportunities – and disruptions.

Lunar Digital Assets is empowering Web3 by supporting grassroots podcasts like The Aggregated and Dogechain Roundtable.

DWF Labs, a Web3 market leader, has introduced options trading on Web3 assets, as reported to Finbold on Thursday, October 17.

Ireland appears to be taking swift action to implement new crypto regulations in anticipation of the European Union's upcoming Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) standards.

A North Carolina man has been indicted for allegedly laundering more than $380,000 in a wire fraud scheme, according to the Department of Justice. The suspect is accused of moving illicit funds through payment platforms and cryptocurrency exchanges, transferring over $240,000 to crypto addresses.

The major European securities clearing house said this is its first strategic investment in Asia as part of its global growth strategy.

A recent report from Andreessen Horowitz (aka a16z) , a venture capital firm, revealed an upsurge in crypto interest in swing states barely three weeks before Americans cast their vote for this year's US presidential election.

Former President Donald Trump crypto holdings have increased by $6.1 million this year, with over 65% consisting of meme coins.

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The Kenyan Revenue Authority (KRA) is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency by proposing a real-time tax system integrated with exchanges. This system would track all crypto transactions, capturing details like time and value for tax collection purposes. Beyond real-time taxation, Kenya is considering AI and machine learning to combat tax evasion.

Bridge allows companies to accept payments in stablecoins like Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC. Stripe recently confirmed it will allow merchants to accept stablecoin payments.

A recent survey by the Chamber of Digital Commerce, now known as The Digital Chamber, has revealed that approximately 26 million American voters consider a candidate's stance on cryptocurrency to be a key factor in their voting decisions for the upcoming 2024 elections.

According to a report by Aspen Digital, crypto assets are becoming increasingly popular among Asian private wealth managers, as 76% said they are investing in cryptocurrencies.

Binance anticipates significant advancements in global stablecoin regulation with the European Union's forthcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) bill, set to take effect on December 30.

With Trump leading, Donalds envisions a 'sandbox' solution, pushing for open lanes in crypto regulations.

With MoonPay integration, 60 million Venmo US users can now purchase cryptocurrencies directly using their balance, bank transfers, or debit cards.

Stablecoins are already becoming a mainstream digital tool for everyday use. Now, both companies and regular users utilize them for payments. In Singapore, for example, the stablecoin payment value reached $1 billion a few weeks ago, once again proving that they are becoming a key solution for businesses – and e-commerce is no exception.

Venmo's 60 million users can now fund transactions on the Moonpay platform, thanks to a new integration announced by Paypal. U.S. users can use Venmo balances, linked bank accounts, or cards to buy and sell cryptocurrencies through Moonpay, expanding payment flexibility.

One in seven, or 16%, of respondents in a survey by The Digital Chamber said they'd vote for the most pro-crypto candidate.