Archax and Assetera Join Forces to Provide Tokenized Real-World Assets in the UK and Europe
A strategic partnership between digital securities distribution platform Assetera and the Financial Conduct Authority-regulated digital securities exchange Archax is set to revolutionize access to tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) for investors…
Crypto Adoption on Track to Hit 8% by 2025
Global cryptocurrency adoption is nearing a significant milestone, with 7.51% of the world’s population currently utilizing digital currencies, according to a recent report by MatrixPort. This trend indicates a shift…
Europe Not a Top Priority for Sam Altman’s Worldcoin, Exec Says
Worldcoin, the digital identity project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, is shifting its focus away from Europe and toward Asia and other regions, according to an executive. Fabian Bodensteiner,…
China Faces EU Tariffs on Electric Vehicles as Trade Dispute Grows
The European Union has initiated a significant economic measure against China by imposing tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs), escalating the risk of retaliatory actions and potential repercussions for domestic businesses…
Telegram to Enable NFT Conversion for New Gifts Feature
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has teased an exciting new feature that will allow for the conversion of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) amid the launch of the platform’s latest feature, Gifts. This…
New Robotic Hand Crawls Like a Spider While Picking Up Items
Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have unveiled a robotic hand capable of both crawling and picking up objects simultaneously. Designed to detach from its arm and…
Mark Zuckerberg Surpasses Jeff Bezos as World’s Second Richest Person
Mark Zuckerberg has ascended to become the world’s second-richest person, surpassing Jeff Bezos according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. On Thursday, Zuckerberg’s net worth reached an impressive $206.2 billion, eclipsing…
Banks to Join SWIFT Digital Asset Trials in 2025
Banks across North America, Europe, and Asia are gearing up to participate in upcoming trials involving digital assets organized by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT). On October…
UK City Minister Advocates for Blockchain-Based Gilts Despite Government Concerns
Tulip Siddiq, the United Kingdom’s city minister, is advocating for the introduction of blockchain-based gilts, a form of government bond issued using blockchain technology. This initiative aims to modernize the…
Tesla and Chinese Automakers Face Increased EU Tariffs on EV Imports
The European Commission plans to impose additional tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) imported from China, in response to an anti-subsidy investigation. These tariffs, set to supplement the EU’s standard 10%…
US Trading App Robinhood Introduces ‘Crypto Transfers’ Feature in Europe
Robinhood, the popular trading app in the United States, is expanding its cryptocurrency services in Europe by enabling customers to deposit and withdraw crypto through external platforms. This new feature…
UK Crypto ATM Operator Admits Guilt to Fraud and Money Laundering Charges
The owner of a cryptocurrency ATM network in the United Kingdom has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to the illegal operation of his business, including fraud and money laundering.…
Europe prepares to decide on new tariffs for Chinese electric vehicle imports
The European Union is set to vote on October 4 to decide whether to impose tariffs as high as 45% on imported electric vehicles (EVs) manufactured in China, according to…
Vitalik Buterin Proposes Metrics to Measure ‘Ethereum Alignment’
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has put forth a proposal to develop a set of metrics aimed at assessing how “aligned” various projects are with the core values of Ethereum. In…
Judge Refuses Apple’s Plea for Extra Time in Epic Document Submission
Judge Thomas S. Hixson has rejected Apple’s last-minute request to delay its deadline in a legal dispute with Epic Games, according to The Verge. Apple had been ordered to produce…
Dutch Regulator Issues Warning on Cryptocurrency Pump-and-Dump Risks Ahead of MiCA Regulation
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning regarding the risks associated with cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes as new regulations loom on the horizon. With the implementation…
Google Maps Cracks Down on Businesses Posting Fake Reviews
Google Maps has ramped up its efforts to tackle fake reviews on its platform by introducing new restrictions and warnings for business profiles involved in such activity. Businesses that violate…
Disney+ Crackdown on Account Sharing Now in Effect in the US
Disney has announced a new measure aimed at limiting password sharing among its streaming service subscribers, introducing a “Paid Sharing” feature. This comes as part of the company’s broader strategy…
Temporary Restriction Imposed on Wallet in Telegram App for UK Users Amidst Restructuring
The Wallet in Telegram app, a popular third-party service, will face a temporary suspension for users in the United Kingdom due to recent restructuring efforts that have integrated the service…