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Beating Bitcoin

The difficulty of beating Bitcoin as a benchmark has notably increased over recent years, especially post-2021.

Trump nominates cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins as SEC chair

Trump nominates Paul Atkins to chair the SEC, emphasizing the importance of cryptocurrencies for the U.S. economy.

Silicon Valley's Bitcoin Jesus' fights $48 million IRS tax evasion case from Spanish island

Roger Ver represents a significant case in cryptocurrency tax fraud, charged with evading $48 million in taxes from token sales.

Crypto Market Cap Could Balloon to $10T by 2026 Under Trump Administration: Standard Chartered

A Republican sweep could boost the crypto market cap to $10 trillion by 2026.

Trump Picks Pro-Crypto Hedge Fund Manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary

Scott Bessent, a cryptocurrency supporter, is nominated for Treasury Secretary, potentially impacting U.S. currency and digital asset policy.
Bessent believes crypto aligns with Republican values, promoting financial freedom and attracting youth to the markets.

Cryptocurrencies Continue to Outperform the Stock Market: Canaccord

Digital assets, led by Bitcoin, are outperforming equities this year, signaling potential future rallies post halving.

Beating Bitcoin

The difficulty of beating Bitcoin as a benchmark has notably increased over recent years, especially post-2021.

Trump nominates cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins as SEC chair

Trump nominates Paul Atkins to chair the SEC, emphasizing the importance of cryptocurrencies for the U.S. economy.

Silicon Valley's Bitcoin Jesus' fights $48 million IRS tax evasion case from Spanish island

Roger Ver represents a significant case in cryptocurrency tax fraud, charged with evading $48 million in taxes from token sales.

Crypto Market Cap Could Balloon to $10T by 2026 Under Trump Administration: Standard Chartered

A Republican sweep could boost the crypto market cap to $10 trillion by 2026.

Trump Picks Pro-Crypto Hedge Fund Manager Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary

Scott Bessent, a cryptocurrency supporter, is nominated for Treasury Secretary, potentially impacting U.S. currency and digital asset policy.
Bessent believes crypto aligns with Republican values, promoting financial freedom and attracting youth to the markets.

Cryptocurrencies Continue to Outperform the Stock Market: Canaccord

Digital assets, led by Bitcoin, are outperforming equities this year, signaling potential future rallies post halving.
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#tech-policy

Trump announces new tech policy picks for his second term

Trump is focusing on tech policy with experienced appointees to enhance innovation and efficiency in governance.

Trump picks two nominees who could decide the fate of Big Tech and crypto

Trump's tech appointment choices signal a shift away from Biden-era policies towards a more pro-crypto and competitive tech environment.

Trump announces new tech policy picks for his second term

Trump is focusing on tech policy with experienced appointees to enhance innovation and efficiency in governance.

Trump picks two nominees who could decide the fate of Big Tech and crypto

Trump's tech appointment choices signal a shift away from Biden-era policies towards a more pro-crypto and competitive tech environment.
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The Under-the-Radar Economy of Social Media Influence | HackerNoon

Social media influence trade on SWAPD.co generates significant income, surpassing traditional crypto volatility.
#blockchain

Wall Street Titan Guggenheim Tokenizes $20M of Commercial Paper on Ethereum

Guggenheim Treasury Services and Zeconomy issued $20 million in tokenized commercial paper, reflecting rising demand for digital assets.
Tokenization of commercial paper indicates a significant trend in blending traditional finance with blockchain technology.

Visa to Help Banks Issue Fiat-Backed Tokens on Ethereum Via New Tokenized Asset Platform

Visa has launched VTAP for banks to create fiat-backed tokens on Ethereum, enhancing efficiency in asset transactions.

Forte Unveils Open-Source Rules Engine For Safety And Economic Stability In Blockchain Development | HackerNoon

Forte launched an open-source Rules Engine enabling developers to create safe and compliant on-chain environments for web3 applications.

Web3's M&A Shakeup Has Echoes of Silicon Valley History

Tech innovation often follows similar patterns in Silicon Valley, with core disruptors leading significant advancements.
Stripe's acquisition of Bridge highlights the evolving landscape of digital assets and stablecoins.

INCEPT Unveils Groundbreaking ERC-4D Token Standard,Unlocks a New Era Of Liquid Token Bound Accounts | HackerNoon

INCEPT launches a decentralized protocol with 10,000 ERC-4D-based tokens, revolutionizing asset management in decentralized finance.
The ERC-4D standard empowers innovative asset liquidity and multi-layered management capabilities.

Still Ignoring Web3? Here's What Savvy Entrepreneurs Know About the Future of Business - GREY Journal

Web3 gives users control over the internet, powered by decentralized networks like blockchain, reshaping business opportunities.
Entrepreneurs focusing on Web3 can unlock new revenue streams, particularly through tokenization and direct sales to users.

Wall Street Titan Guggenheim Tokenizes $20M of Commercial Paper on Ethereum

Guggenheim Treasury Services and Zeconomy issued $20 million in tokenized commercial paper, reflecting rising demand for digital assets.
Tokenization of commercial paper indicates a significant trend in blending traditional finance with blockchain technology.

Visa to Help Banks Issue Fiat-Backed Tokens on Ethereum Via New Tokenized Asset Platform

Visa has launched VTAP for banks to create fiat-backed tokens on Ethereum, enhancing efficiency in asset transactions.

Forte Unveils Open-Source Rules Engine For Safety And Economic Stability In Blockchain Development | HackerNoon

Forte launched an open-source Rules Engine enabling developers to create safe and compliant on-chain environments for web3 applications.

Web3's M&A Shakeup Has Echoes of Silicon Valley History

Tech innovation often follows similar patterns in Silicon Valley, with core disruptors leading significant advancements.
Stripe's acquisition of Bridge highlights the evolving landscape of digital assets and stablecoins.

INCEPT Unveils Groundbreaking ERC-4D Token Standard,Unlocks a New Era Of Liquid Token Bound Accounts | HackerNoon

INCEPT launches a decentralized protocol with 10,000 ERC-4D-based tokens, revolutionizing asset management in decentralized finance.
The ERC-4D standard empowers innovative asset liquidity and multi-layered management capabilities.

Still Ignoring Web3? Here's What Savvy Entrepreneurs Know About the Future of Business - GREY Journal

Web3 gives users control over the internet, powered by decentralized networks like blockchain, reshaping business opportunities.
Entrepreneurs focusing on Web3 can unlock new revenue streams, particularly through tokenization and direct sales to users.
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#bitcoin

Maximizing Bitcoin Accumulation - Beyond the Benchmark

Bitcoin is the benchmark for digital asset investors, outperforming major asset classes over the last decade.
The financial priority has shifted for many to maximizing Bitcoin rather than accumulating dollars.

Crypto for Advisors: The Growth of Bitcoin as Collateral

Spot bitcoin ETFs have improved accessibility to digital assets, leading to significant net inflows and institutional investments.

First Mover Americas: BTC Flirts With $68K Amid ETF Inflows

Bitcoin's price climbed around 1.35% amid significant ETF inflows, indicating strong investor interest and market performance.
Recent inflows into Bitcoin ETPs signal a growing appetite for digital assets. Better than Gold ETFs' growth trajectory.

Perianne Boring Predicts Trump's 2025 Economic Policies Will Drive Bitcoin Price to $800K

Bitcoin could surge to $800,000 in 2025 if Trump's economic proposals are implemented.

Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin's Price

Bitcoin's price dynamics in 2024 are influenced by ETF approvals and macroeconomic uncertainties.

First UK Pension Fund Invests in Bitcoin

Cartwright guided the UK's first pension fund to allocate 3% of its assets directly into bitcoin, encouraging further institutional interest.

Maximizing Bitcoin Accumulation - Beyond the Benchmark

Bitcoin is the benchmark for digital asset investors, outperforming major asset classes over the last decade.
The financial priority has shifted for many to maximizing Bitcoin rather than accumulating dollars.

Crypto for Advisors: The Growth of Bitcoin as Collateral

Spot bitcoin ETFs have improved accessibility to digital assets, leading to significant net inflows and institutional investments.

First Mover Americas: BTC Flirts With $68K Amid ETF Inflows

Bitcoin's price climbed around 1.35% amid significant ETF inflows, indicating strong investor interest and market performance.
Recent inflows into Bitcoin ETPs signal a growing appetite for digital assets. Better than Gold ETFs' growth trajectory.

Perianne Boring Predicts Trump's 2025 Economic Policies Will Drive Bitcoin Price to $800K

Bitcoin could surge to $800,000 in 2025 if Trump's economic proposals are implemented.

Crypto for Advisors: Bitcoin's Price

Bitcoin's price dynamics in 2024 are influenced by ETF approvals and macroeconomic uncertainties.

First UK Pension Fund Invests in Bitcoin

Cartwright guided the UK's first pension fund to allocate 3% of its assets directly into bitcoin, encouraging further institutional interest.
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#cybersecurity

Solopreneurs Can Take Advantage of This 15-Month Norton 360 Subscription for Only $10 | Entrepreneur

Norton 360 Standard offers effective cybersecurity solutions tailored for small businesses, enhancing data protection and compliance without needing IT expertise.

INE Security Launches New Training Solutions to Enhance Cyber Hygiene for SMBs - DevOps.com

Continuous cybersecurity training is essential for small businesses to protect against cyber threats and enhance their security posture.

Solopreneurs Can Take Advantage of This 15-Month Norton 360 Subscription for Only $10 | Entrepreneur

Norton 360 Standard offers effective cybersecurity solutions tailored for small businesses, enhancing data protection and compliance without needing IT expertise.

INE Security Launches New Training Solutions to Enhance Cyber Hygiene for SMBs - DevOps.com

Continuous cybersecurity training is essential for small businesses to protect against cyber threats and enhance their security posture.
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Germany arrests suspected admin of country's largest criminal marketplace

German police have dismantled a major illegal online marketplace, Crimenetwork, and arrested a key administrator.

Metaplex Protocol Achieves Record-Breaking Protocol Fees In November 2024 | HackerNoon

Metaplex benefited from a record-breaking surge in digital asset creation on Solana, leading to unprecedented protocol fees in November 2024.
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Peter Navarro Served Prison Time Related to Jan. 6. Now Trump Is Bringing Him Back as an Adviser

Trump's administration is focused on rebuilding with experienced advisers like Navarro and Atkins.
#sec

Gary Gensler, We Won't Miss You

Gensler's exit reflects frustrations in the crypto industry over his perceived unfair enforcement actions during his tenure as SEC chair.

Crypto Groups Push Ads, Letters to Oppose Democrat's U.S. SEC Commissioner Nomination

Crypto organizations are actively lobbying against Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw's re-nomination, viewing her as a significant threat to the industry.

Crypto Friendly SEC and Senate Banking Committee Expected Under Trump: Bernstein

U.S. election results may lead to a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment, boosting progress for digital asset legislation.

Gary Gensler, We Won't Miss You

Gensler's exit reflects frustrations in the crypto industry over his perceived unfair enforcement actions during his tenure as SEC chair.

Crypto Groups Push Ads, Letters to Oppose Democrat's U.S. SEC Commissioner Nomination

Crypto organizations are actively lobbying against Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw's re-nomination, viewing her as a significant threat to the industry.

Crypto Friendly SEC and Senate Banking Committee Expected Under Trump: Bernstein

U.S. election results may lead to a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment, boosting progress for digital asset legislation.
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Charts: Tech Impact on Global Fund Managers, Q4 2024

Disruptive technologies are significantly improving efficiency and revenue in asset management, according to a PwC report.

Build Your Own Exciting NFT Marketplace With This Code | HackerNoon

NFT marketplaces are essential for evolving digital asset trading, driven by the rise of Non-Fungible Tokens.

Elon Musk's X files last-minute objection to block the sale of Alex Jones' X accounts

The Alex Jones trial may redefine ownership of social media accounts and digital assets.
#blockchain-technology

2024 NFT Report reveals if NFTs are dead | App Developer Magazine

NFTs are not dead but evolving, with a shift towards utility-based uses that provide additional value to holders.

Serenity and IDEMIA Introduce sAxess Biometric Card for Enhanced Digital Security | HackerNoon

sAxess merges biometric security with blockchain for enhanced digital asset management and data recovery.

Digital gilts? Why they herald the future of finance - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK plans to use blockchain technology for issuing digital gilts, enhancing efficiency and access in government bond trading.

2024 NFT Report reveals if NFTs are dead | App Developer Magazine

NFTs are not dead but evolving, with a shift towards utility-based uses that provide additional value to holders.

Serenity and IDEMIA Introduce sAxess Biometric Card for Enhanced Digital Security | HackerNoon

sAxess merges biometric security with blockchain for enhanced digital asset management and data recovery.

Digital gilts? Why they herald the future of finance - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK plans to use blockchain technology for issuing digital gilts, enhancing efficiency and access in government bond trading.
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Lutnick's Cantor in talks with Tether about $2 billion Bitcoin lending project

Lutnick aims to deepen financial ties with Tether for a substantial lending program backed by Bitcoin collateral.
#bitlicense

NYDFS Superintendent Adrienne Harris Welcomes Federal Legislation Regulating Cryptocurrencies

Adrienne Harris advocates for federal crypto regulation to create consistency while preserving state oversight.

NYDFS 'More Eager Than Anyone' for Federal Legislation, Chief Says

Harris emphasized welcoming federal crypto legislation while ensuring states retain regulatory roles in overseeing digital assets.

NYDFS Superintendent Adrienne Harris Welcomes Federal Legislation Regulating Cryptocurrencies

Adrienne Harris advocates for federal crypto regulation to create consistency while preserving state oversight.

NYDFS 'More Eager Than Anyone' for Federal Legislation, Chief Says

Harris emphasized welcoming federal crypto legislation while ensuring states retain regulatory roles in overseeing digital assets.
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Itch.io marketplace now requires asset creators to disclose their use of generative AI

Itch.io requires creators to disclose use of generative AI in asset uploads, enhancing transparency for buyers.

BitGo Launches Singapore Services, Eyes Other Crypto-Friendly Regions in Asia

BitGo has launched expanded services in Singapore after obtaining a local license, aiming to enhance institutional access to digital asset infrastructure.
#tokenization

El Salvador Is Getting Its First Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Offering

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries are entering El Salvador, promoting investment accessibility and portfolio diversification with traditional financial stability.

Tokenization Allows More Efficient Collateral Transfers, Digital Asset, Euroclear and World Gold Council Found in Pilot Project

Tokenized assets can expedite inter-day margin calls, enhancing financial transaction efficiency beyond traditional constraints.

State Street Works on Tokenized Bond and Money Market Fund; No 'Current Plans' for Stablecoin Project

State Street focuses on tokenizing bonds and money market funds, but has no immediate plans for stablecoins or tokenized deposits.

Tokenized real estate secured with Palisade custodial wallets | App Developer Magazine

StegX partners with Palisade to enhance security and compliance in tokenized real estate investments.

El Salvador Is Getting Its First Tokenized U.S. Treasuries Offering

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries are entering El Salvador, promoting investment accessibility and portfolio diversification with traditional financial stability.

Tokenization Allows More Efficient Collateral Transfers, Digital Asset, Euroclear and World Gold Council Found in Pilot Project

Tokenized assets can expedite inter-day margin calls, enhancing financial transaction efficiency beyond traditional constraints.

State Street Works on Tokenized Bond and Money Market Fund; No 'Current Plans' for Stablecoin Project

State Street focuses on tokenizing bonds and money market funds, but has no immediate plans for stablecoins or tokenized deposits.

Tokenized real estate secured with Palisade custodial wallets | App Developer Magazine

StegX partners with Palisade to enhance security and compliance in tokenized real estate investments.
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#eu-regulations

Sygnum Unit Receives Liechtenstein License as a Crypto Asset Service Provider

Sygnum's subsidiary received a crypto license in Liechtenstein, enhancing its ability to expand into the EU under MiCA regulations.

Crypto Exchange Gemini Starts Up in France With EU's MiCA Laws Weeks From Kicking In

Gemini has expanded operations in France ahead of EU's MiCA regulations, facilitating trade and storage of digital assets for users.

Sygnum Unit Receives Liechtenstein License as a Crypto Asset Service Provider

Sygnum's subsidiary received a crypto license in Liechtenstein, enhancing its ability to expand into the EU under MiCA regulations.

Crypto Exchange Gemini Starts Up in France With EU's MiCA Laws Weeks From Kicking In

Gemini has expanded operations in France ahead of EU's MiCA regulations, facilitating trade and storage of digital assets for users.
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#funding

Swiss digital asset trading company Wyden secures 15.9M - Silicon Canals

Wyden secured $16.9M in Series B funding to expand its digital asset trading services and enter new regulated markets.

VanEck to Invest in Early Stage Ventures Including Crypto With New $30M Fund

VanEck launches a $30 million fund to invest in early-stage fintech, digital asset, and AI startups.

Swiss digital asset trading company Wyden secures 15.9M - Silicon Canals

Wyden secured $16.9M in Series B funding to expand its digital asset trading services and enter new regulated markets.

VanEck to Invest in Early Stage Ventures Including Crypto With New $30M Fund

VanEck launches a $30 million fund to invest in early-stage fintech, digital asset, and AI startups.
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SocGen Crypto Arm to Bring Its Euro Stablecoin to XRP Ledger, Lays Out Plan for Going Multichain

SG-FORGE's EURCV stablecoin will expand from Ethereum to the XRP Ledger and Solana in a multichain strategy next year.
#crypto-legislation

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren Rises Into Role Where Crypto Sector Won't Shake Her

Elizabeth Warren's new role as senior Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee positions her to influence upcoming crypto legislation.

Pennsylvania House of Representatives Passes Crypto Bill to Bring Regulatory Clarity: Report

The Pennsylvania House passed a bipartisan bill clarifying rights and regulations for bitcoin and digital assets, reflecting a growing trend in crypto regulation.

U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren Rises Into Role Where Crypto Sector Won't Shake Her

Elizabeth Warren's new role as senior Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee positions her to influence upcoming crypto legislation.

Pennsylvania House of Representatives Passes Crypto Bill to Bring Regulatory Clarity: Report

The Pennsylvania House passed a bipartisan bill clarifying rights and regulations for bitcoin and digital assets, reflecting a growing trend in crypto regulation.
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#crypto-regulation

Crypto.com files suit against SEC after getting Wells Notice

Crypto.com is suing the SEC for exceeding its authority in regulating digital assets as securities transactions.

Japan Plans to Review Its Crypto Rules: Bloomberg

Japan is reviewing crypto regulations to assess effectiveness and investor protection, potentially leading to reclassification and lower taxes on digital assets.

UK Lords Echo Support for Digital Assets Property Bill

Members of the House of Lords support the Law Commission's digital assets property bill to clarify crypto legal disputes in the U.K.

Crypto.com files suit against SEC after getting Wells Notice

Crypto.com is suing the SEC for exceeding its authority in regulating digital assets as securities transactions.

Japan Plans to Review Its Crypto Rules: Bloomberg

Japan is reviewing crypto regulations to assess effectiveness and investor protection, potentially leading to reclassification and lower taxes on digital assets.

UK Lords Echo Support for Digital Assets Property Bill

Members of the House of Lords support the Law Commission's digital assets property bill to clarify crypto legal disputes in the U.K.
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Will U.S. Election Change Crypto? Maybe, but TradFi Giants Likely to Plow Ahead Regardless

Global financial institutions will continue to adopt digital assets despite the outcomes of the U.S. election.

The computer numbers 'found in the attic' which could raise millions for council

Newham council has discovered 65,000 unused IPV4 addresses, potentially worth between 1.6 and 2 million, to manage financial pressures.

Crypto for Advisors: Don't Be Spooked By Crypto

Understanding crypto can empower advisors and clients to see the opportunities in digital assets.

Market Order in Crypto Trading: When To Use It and How Does It Work

Choosing the right type of order, like market orders, is crucial for maximizing trading effectiveness and outcomes in cryptocurrency markets.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: APT Surges 10.9% as All Index Constituents Trade Higher

The CoinDesk 20 Index shows strong overall market gains with significant leader performance.
from Coindesk
2 months ago

DeFi Cover Provider Nexus Mutual Backs New Crypto Insurance Broker Native

Native aims to address the significant insurance gap in the crypto industry by creating an on-chain commercial insurance broker.

Council Post: Why Investing In Your Owned Assets Is The Best Business Insurance

Marketers need to focus on owned assets for sustainable success rather than fleeting trends.
#epic-games

Epic's ambitious digital asset shop is now open

Epic Games' Fab marketplace streamlines asset acquisition for developers and supports a vision for an interoperable metaverse.

Epic Games' Fab is a one-stop content marketplace for everyone, and it's just launched

Epic Games has launched the Fab marketplace, a comprehensive platform for digital assets across various game engines.

Epic's ambitious digital asset shop is now open

Epic Games' Fab marketplace streamlines asset acquisition for developers and supports a vision for an interoperable metaverse.

Epic Games' Fab is a one-stop content marketplace for everyone, and it's just launched

Epic Games has launched the Fab marketplace, a comprehensive platform for digital assets across various game engines.
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#acquisition

Crypto Services Provider Matrixport Buys Deutsche Boerse Unit, Crypto Finance

Matrixport's acquisition of Crypto Finance AG strengthens its European presence and regulatory compliance in the digital asset space.

CoinDesk Buys Crypto Data Provider CCData and CryptoCompare

CoinDesk acquires CCData to enhance its data offerings and bolster the CoinDesk Indices and CD20 index.

Crypto Services Provider Matrixport Buys Deutsche Boerse Unit, Crypto Finance

Matrixport's acquisition of Crypto Finance AG strengthens its European presence and regulatory compliance in the digital asset space.

CoinDesk Buys Crypto Data Provider CCData and CryptoCompare

CoinDesk acquires CCData to enhance its data offerings and bolster the CoinDesk Indices and CD20 index.
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Ripple Expands Custody Business to Offer 'Bank-Grade' Service to Crypto Firms

Ripple introduced new custody service functionalities to enhance security for crypto assets, aimed at fintechs and crypto businesses.

CFTC Subcommittee Sends Up Recommendations for Letting Firms Use Tokenized Shares as Collateral: Bloomberg

CFTC subcommittee advances recommendations for tokenized shares of money-market funds, hinting at impending regulatory changes.

Founding Coin Center Chief Jerry Brito Stepping Down After Decade

Coin Center's top officials are stepping down as the organization marks its 10th anniversary, signaling a leadership transition while continuing its advocacy efforts.

Cinema Marketing Firm PaperAirplane Media Achieves Another Milestone; Plans Overseas Expansion

The Hangar reaches 1 million digital asset downloads, facilitating easier film marketing for exhibitors and studios.
Exhibitors are increasingly utilizing digital marketing tools to enhance film promotions.

Candidate Harris Unlikely to Make Full-Throated Crypto Policy Before Election: Source

Harris' campaign is unlikely to provide a detailed cryptocurrency policy before the elections, focusing instead on broader technological innovation.

Celebrating 10 Years of the Hardware Wallet Revolution

The creation of hardware wallets revolutionized Bitcoin security, making self-custody accessible and safe for users of all levels.
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