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.

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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.

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.

The US-based consumers' adoption of stablecoins is facing a slowdown in 2024 even when there is increasing activity in Bitcoin that rose in popularity following the launch of the spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds.

Cryptocurrency is increasingly integrated into the mainstream as North America continues to lead the global crypto market, receiving $1.3 trillion in onchain value between July 2023 and June 2024, according to Chainalysis. Institutional giants like Goldman Sachs and Blackrock are now taking serious positions in the crypto space, with U.S.

Italy has announced a significant increase in the capital gains tax on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, raising the rate from 26% to 42%. This change is scheduled to take effect next year and is part of the governments broader strategy to address fiscal deficits while fulfilling election commitments.

Global investment bank JPMorgan is bullish on cryptocurrency into 2025, driven by regulatory shifts and geopolitical tensions. Analysts suggest a Donald Trump re-election as the U.S. president could propel BTC higher, reinforcing the “debasement trade” as investors seek refuge in digital assets.

A veteran trader known for timely crypto calls is issuing a warning over memecoins as he suggests the sector may have reached peaked popularity. Pseudonymous trader The Flow Horse tells his Telegram channel that memecoins may soon fade as another crypto sector ascends.

According to a new report from Helika on Telegram games, engagement with NFTs and longer player sessions increased in Telegram's gaming ecosystem during Q3 2024.

A former loans manager at South Korea's NH Bank (NongHyup) who has been accused of stealing company funds to buy crypto says they “lost everything.”

Arkham is working on securing a free-trade zone (FTZ) license in the Dominican Republic. The permit will allow it to benefit from various tax exemptions and fiscal incentives offered under the country's FTZ regulations.

According to Chainalysis, Latin America is the second fastest growing region when it comes to crypto adoption with a year over year growth rate of over 42%. This comes as countries in the region continue with their long battle against inflation.

The memecoin supercycle theory has spread quickly, convincing many of the potential for big profits.