Tether relocates to El Salvador, securing a DASP license to champion Bitcoin adoption and financial inclusion in emerging markets.
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Donald Trump Jr. joins Kalshi as strategic adviser
Donald Trump Jr. joins legal prediction market Kalshi as strategic adviser to boost regulated event-based betting platform in US.
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Chainalysis acquires AI startup Alterya in $150M deal to strengthen crypto security measures
The acquisition enhances Chainalysis's proactive fraud prevention capabilities, potentially reducing crypto-related financial crimes significantly.
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Movement Labs nears completion of $100 million Series B funding
Movement Labs' funding success highlights growing investor confidence in blockchain innovations, potentially accelerating Ethereum's ecosystem expansion.
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FTX EU sold to former FTX employees’ Backpack Exchange for $32.7 million
Backpack acquires FTX EU for $32.7M, gaining CySEC approval to offer regulated perpetual futures in the EU by Q1 2025.
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Trump administration could boost M&A, benefiting crypto, says Bitwise CEO
Increased M&A activity could drive crypto adoption as individuals seek alternatives to centralized power, potentially reshaping financial systems.
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FTX’s payment plan is now effective — When will users see their funds?
According to the plan, certain FTX users claiming less than $50,000 could expect to see their funds returned within 60 days.
The reorganization plan for defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX, still going through bankruptcy proceedings, took effect on Jan. 3 and will allow users to begin receiving repayments.
In a Jan. 3 X post, FTX debtors said users requesting funds should be wary of phishing emails designed to look like they were sent from the exchange.
Customers need to have filed a claim through the official website to be eligible to receive reimbursement, which FTX said should happen within 60 days for the first group.
Morgan Stanley’s E-Trade plans to offer crypto trading as Trump administration signals pro-crypto stance
E-Trade's potential crypto trading could accelerate mainstream adoption and intensify competition with established crypto exchanges.
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MicroStrategy shareholders will vote on proposals to boost stock issuance for Bitcoin strategy
MicroStrategy's stock issuance expansion could significantly impact its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, potentially altering market dynamics.
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MoonPay to acquire Helio Pay for $150 million in its largest deal yet
MoonPay plans a $150M acquisition of Helio Pay, enhancing merchant services with solutions like Solana Pay and expanding its infrastructure.
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