Crypto investment should more closely follow adoption patterns in emerging markets.

Crypto.com announced the launch of a new trust company in the US this week, marking an important step in developing its expansion efforts in North America. Known as the Crypto.com Custody Trust Company, the new entity provides custody services for digital assets to high-earning individuals and qualified institutions in the United States and Canada.

The Hashgraph Group has obtained a fund management license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) enabling it to launch a $100 million Web3 venture fund. Venture Fund to Back Hedera Network Innovators The Swiss-based Hashgraph Group has secured a fund management license from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) in the United Arab Emirates.

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In mid-2024, the OTC market had low trading volumes, but that changed as the election approached and traders wanted to capitalize on the results.

The United States and South Korea are reportedly partnering in a joint research initiative aimed at strengthening protections against the theft of crypto assets. According to a report by the Yonhap News Agency, the U.S.

A composite index by ApeX Protocol ranked the most blockchain-friendly regions based on patents, jobs, and crypto exchanges.

Citi analysts predict 2025 will be a transformative year for crypto, driven by ETF growth, stablecoin adoption, and a more supportive regulatory shift despite macroeconomic uncertainty.

The web3 infrastructure provider MoonPay is reportedly mulling a $150 million acquisition of the crypto payments provider Helio. Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett reports that MoonPay is in talks over the deal, which would represent the crypto firm's largest acquisition. Helio aims to make “accepting crypto payments effortless for merchants and apps worldwide.

The transition from Wall Street to cryptocurrency has been both risky and transformative for finance professionals who made the leap. Many who left lucrative roles at top institutions during the last bull market are now reportedly seeing their decisions validated.

If the sender doesn't provide enough information, the transfer might be flagged as "risky" and stopped.

Singapore is leading the race to become a crypto hub in Southeast Asia. In 2024, the country issued 13 different crypto licenses, more than double the number issued in the previous year.

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The meme coin market is buzzing like never before, and with every tick of the clock, new projects are scrambling to capture the attention of savvy investors. Thanks to the quirky nature of these coins, they've become a playground for creativity and community engagement.

The Singapore-based digital asset exchange giant Crypto.com plans to offer custody services for high-net-worth individuals and institutions in the US and Canada. This week, the exchange announced the launch of a US trust company to enable the new services. Crypto.

The Pump Science tokenomics design has been completed, with 5% of future tokens allocated to previous holders during migration.

International media company crypto.news has announced the list of winners of the 2024 awards, revealing the most outperforming projects.

Digital currencies took center stage as crypto continued to enter the realm of mainstream entertainment and political parlance.

Transfers with insufficient sender information may be flagged as “risky” and halted. The update follows 47 license applications by Turkish crypto firms in 2024.

India's Ministry of Finance recognized DeFi's innovation but warned of risks to economic stability and consumer protection. During its G20 Presidency, India collaborated with the IMF and FSB to address vulnerabilities in the crypto ecosystem, including DeFi and stablecoins.

The purpose of the new AML rule is to stop criminals and terrorists from using crypto to launder money. Customers who conduct transactions over $425 would be compelled to provide their personal information.

Trading volumes have picked up substantially at crypto OTC desks following the election, multiple trading firms say.

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The global crypto scene is booming, with Bitcoin touching its ATH in December breaking the historic target of $100k this year the interest in crypto assets is bound to increase. While countries are setting a softer crypto tone, Turkey has passed a law requiring cryptocurrency users to provide identification data for transactions exceeding $425.

Crypto hacks in 2024 caused nearly $3 billion in damages, with access control flaws driving 78% of the losses, data shows.

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Turkey is set to implement strict anti-money laundering regulations for crypto transactions by February 2025, requiring service providers to collect user information for transactions exceeding 15,000 Turkish lira to combat illicit activities. The post Turkey Tightens Crypto AML Rules, Mandating User Info for Transactions by 2025 appeared first on Cryptonews.

WhiteRock Finance has introduced a direct tokenization platform that enables the trading of securities listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Nasdaq.

Turkey is set to introduce new anti-money laundering (AML) regulations for crypto transactions, with implementation scheduled for Feb. 25, 2025.

MicroStrategy Inc., the business intelligence company that is now the biggest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has ranked as the best-performing cryptocurrency stock in 2024, according to The Block.

TL;DR Stablecoins pegged to stable reserves like fiat currencies, are set to dominate the crypto market by 2025, driven by strategic investments and regulatory support. Tether's investment in StablR and the surge in stablecoin adoption in 2024 highlight the growing interest and applications in payments, remittances, and investments.

“Next year is gonna really show everyday people what crypto is for,” Hashdex co-founder Bruno Caratori confidently told me last week.

Storm Trade, a leading decentralized derivatives exchange built on the TON blockchain, has launched real-world asset (RWA) futures trading, starting with oil (WTI, Brent), gold, and silver.

Crypto developers are rallying to position AI agents to talk, trade and even manage venture capital funds.

TL;DR VanEck anticipates a transformative 2025 for the crypto market: The firm projects all-time highs for Bitcoin and increased adoption and growth. Bitcoin and Ethereum will reach record highs: Bitcoin will surpass $180,000 and Ethereum $6,000 in 2025, with peaks in the first and fourth quarters. The U.S.

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Thanks to numerous factors, cryptocurrency regained some legitimacy in 2024 following the calamities of the ‘crypto winter.'

TL;DR Analysts predict a significant surge in altcoin prices in 2025, driven by market dynamics, technological advancements, and increased investor interest. Indicators such as the decline in Bitcoin dominance and the Altcoin Season Index crossing 75% suggest an impending altcoin season.

AI has experienced its Cambrian explosion, while blockchain technology remains in limbo.

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev is predicting that stocks and other traditional finance (TradFi) assets will eventually move on-chain like cryptocurrencies. In a new interview with investor Anthony Pompliano, Tenev says that the efficiencies gained by using blockchain technology make its adoption by traditional finance inevitable.

China's strict ban on cryptocurrencies has pushed many crypto traders to find safer markets. This has worked in Singapore's favor, as the city has become a top destination for crypto companies. Unlike Hong Kong, which has slow approval processes and stricter rules, Singapore offers a more crypto-friendly environment for digital assets.

The Central Bank of Russia is developing a new surveillance platform to identify and block illegal financial activities related to crypto over-the-counter services, aiming to enhance security and reduce shadow transactions involving dubious operations. The post Russia's Central Bank Develops New Surveillance Platform to Target Illegal Crypto OTC Services: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.

UXUY, a decentralized multi-chain trading platform incubated and invested in by Binance Labs, has launched its UXUY Point ($UP) rewards program. The post Binance Labs Backed UXUY Launches Rewards Program to Boost Multi-Chain Trading appeared first on Cryptonews.

Key DeFi trends this year include the integration of TradFi with crypto, Layer 2 and artificial intelligence, experts told The Block.

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