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Australian cryptocurrency broker Swyftx is set to acquire New Zealand-based exchange Easy Crypto, with the deal expected to close on March 31. Company executives point to policy changes in the United States as a key factor in their expansion decision as reported by BTC Peers. Swyftx CEO Jason Titman cited
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A Brazilian federal deputy has proposed new legislation that would allow employers to pay portions of worker salaries in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. The bill, filed on March 12, requires that at least 50% of wages remain in Brazilian real while permitting the remainder to be paid in digital assets as
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David Sacks and his venture capital firm sold over $200 million in cryptocurrency and crypto-related stocks before he took on his role as the White House AI and crypto czar, the White House confirmed. A memorandum dated March 5 outlined these sales as reported by BTC Peers. The White House
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The Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB) published two regulatory documents on March 13 that establish new rules for crypto asset service providers in Turkey. These regulations apply to crypto exchanges, custodians, and wallet service providers operating throughout the country, according to a report from Bitcoin news agency BTC Peers. The
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The Bank of Russia has proposed a three-year experimental legal framework allowing large investors to directly purchase and trade cryptocurrencies. The proposal, developed under presidential instructions, creates a pathway for institutional investment in digital assets and has been submitted to the government for review, according to a report from Bitcoin
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Gemini crypto exchange is expanding its trading capabilities for institutional clients in Europe by adding US dollar payment support. The exchange, founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has partnered with Liechtenstein-based Bank Frick to enable US dollar payment rails for institutional customers in the United Kingdom and Switzerland . Mark Jennings,
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Strategy, the world's largest public corporate Bitcoin holder, revealed plans on March 10 to raise up to $21 billion in new capital specifically for purchasing more Bitcoin. The company announced this through a new sales agreement termed the "ATM Program." The program will involve issuing and
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A new Bitpanda survey of 1,400 investors reveals that women are increasingly entering the cryptocurrency market with a focus on long-term wealth creation according to BTC Peers. The findings show 50% of female crypto investors prioritize long-term financial growth, with 49% holding digital assets for up to five years.
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Emirates NBD, a major Middle East banking group owned by the Dubai government, has started providing cryptocurrency trading services through its digital banking subsidiary Liv. The new service was introduced on March 5 via the Liv X app, according to BTC Peers. The bank has formed a partnership with Aquanow,
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XRP surged 28% following President Trump's announcement of a national crypto reserve on Sunday, which would include the digital asset. According to Unchained, Ripple Labs executives were behind the scenes working to shape the composition of this reserve. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Chief Legal Officer Stu Alderoty
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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently dismissed enforcement actions against multiple cryptocurrency companies, including Coinbase, Consensys, Gemini, OpenSea, and Kraken. However, the case against Ripple, one of the oldest and most influential in the crypto space, remains active despite the broader trend toward resolution. The Ripple case began
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Prediction markets reflect pessimism about Ethereum reaching $3,000 by Friday, with traders citing concerns about market conditions and recent price movements. The market will resolve on February 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET, according to Polymarket data. Trader sentiment appears notably bearish, with DoorMoney noting that "2,