PRESS RELEASE. AEON, the next-generation modular payment protocol, is excited to announce the highly anticipated GameOn TON Global Gaming Hackathon, in partnership with The Open Network (TON) Foundation, Nomad Capital and TOP. The event’s opening ceremony, taking place in Singapore on September 19th, will spotlight a distinguished lineup of industry leaders and experts, delivering opening […]
Hong Kong SFC Seeks Industry Feedback on New Licensing Rules for OTC Crypto Services
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is actively seeking input from industry participants on proposed new licensing regulations for over-the-counter (OTC) cryptocurrency services. The initiative aims to establish a comprehensive framework that mandates licensing and adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing regulations. This move, which includes joint supervision by the SFC and […]
Crypto Industry Holds Its Breath as US Election Debate Fails to Clarify Economic Policy
After the first election debate, QCP Capital shared its perspective on how the U.S. election could influence the cryptocurrency market. According to the firm, investors remain cautious as their attention shifts to key macroeconomic indicators and the upcoming election decision. The CEO of Chirp, a decentralized telecommunications network, echoed this sentiment, noting that while the […]
Report: Paraguayan Bitcoin Mining Industry Provides Fewer Than 400 Jobs
A report presented to the Paraguayan Congress highlights the low level of employment associated with the country’s bitcoin mining activity. According to data from the Social Care Institute, the entire bitcoin mining industry is responsible for only 383 direct jobs, with over 40 companies not reporting any workers directly associated with their operations. Paraguayan Bitcoin […]
Report: Crypto Industry Spends Record $119 Million in 2024 Federal Elections
The crypto industry made waves in the 2024 federal elections by investing a staggering $ 119 million, positioning itself as the top corporate donor of the election cycle, according to a detailed report by citizen.org. This hefty financial contribution underscores the expanding sway of the cryptocurrency sector in influencing U.S. politics today. Crypto Industry …