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AirBit Club co-founder sentenced to 12 years for a $100 million cryptocurrency scam.

Bitcoin Ordinals' creator suggests an alternative token protocol, addressing BRC-20’s inefficiencies.

Shanghai's court acknowledges Bitcoin's unique value and features, enhancing its legitimacy in China despite the country's restrictive cryptocurrency policies.

Binance and MUTB explore stablecoin potential in Japan, aiming for broader Web3 adoption.

MetaMask fixes opBNB fee estimation; users advised to double-check transaction rates.

Taiwan's FSC releases guidelines for virtual asset providers, promoting safety and self-regulation in the crypto sector.

Optimism's OP token drops 10% ahead of a $30 million token release; potential market oversupply looms.

HTX faces an $8 million crypto hack; Binance CEO offers support to investigate and resolve the breach.

The ongoing JPEX crypto scandal in Hong Kong sees major players remain at large, drawing international attention with mounting complaints.

Tether modifies service terms affecting Cake DeFi and other Singapore-based entities.

Mixin Network suffered a $200 million crypto loss due to third-party database vulnerabilities, investigations are ongoing.

Chainlink addresses a change in its multisig wallet, emphasizing it's a routine update. Critics, including Chris Blec, raise concerns.

North Korea's Lazarus Group holds millions in cryptocurrency, with recent data exposing their vast digital wealth.

Cryptocurrency markets experience continued outflows, while regional sentiments reveal contrasting investment behaviors.

Vitalik Buterin's Ethereum transactions of over $3.9 million in September 2023 draw attention.

Fenwick & West law firm denies assisting FTX's alleged fraud; they stress their limited advisory role amid broader legal accusations.

Coinbase secures Anti-Money Laundering registration from the Bank of Spain, marking its expansion in Europe amidst changing perceptions on cryptocurrency.

Coinbase possesses nearly a million BTC, valued at $25 billion; community's reaction varies.

Coinbase's Base Network's total value locked surpasses Solana since its August debut.

Terra Classic community votes to stop USTC minting activities to stabilize its link to the U.S. dollar.

Bitmain's new miners hint at a sustainable crypto-mining future emphasizing energy efficiency and renewable sources.

Wall Street observes Bitcoin's stability; seasoned holders increase as speculators decrease, hinting at market evolution.

The expansion of Bitcoin's network isn't mirrored by a similar rise in its carbon footprint, with increasing sustainable energy usage.

Florin Cocos, a Romanian engineer, successfully crafted a DIY Trezor cryptocurrency wallet using open-source blueprints, promoting open-source projects.

Tether reports a rise in stablecoin loans in 2023 despite plans to end them.

Cyprus' CySEC grants eToro a CASP registration, enabling it to offer crypto services in the EU pending MiCA's 2024 enforcement.

Alchemy Pay has received an Arkansas Money Transmitter License, marking its initial U.S. regulatory approval and expanding its global reach.

The CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, aiming to limit a Federal Reserve-issued digital currency, progresses to a congressional vote following committee approval.

Busan outlines plans for a cohesive public blockchain network, securing its position as a global blockchain pioneer.

Casey Rodarmor suggests revamping Bitcoin Ordinals' numbering system, aiming to simplify the codebase despite mixed community reactions.

Binance's CEO, Changpeng Zhao, refutes a report regarding a $250 million loan, stating he loaned the money to BAM Management, not vice versa.

The crypto market awaits the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates, with potential impacts on Bitcoin's price and trading environment.

South Korea's National Tax Service reports cryptocurrency dominates overseas assets, with heavy scrutiny on unreported foreign accounts.

Grayscale forgoes rights to post-Merge Ethereum PoW tokens due to lack of liquidity and custodian support.

Stanford University decides to return all donations from the defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX amidst allegations and lawsuits.

Emerging trends show Bitcoin holders are retaining assets, with exchange holdings declining and untouched supplies peaking.

Europe lauds EU's crypto efforts while emphasizing the pressing need for global regulations.

Thailand will tax foreign incomes, including crypto profits, for residents staying over 180 days, starting 2024.

The UK is close to finalizing a bill targeting crypto-related financial crimes and emphasizing corporate transparency.

The Federal Reserve announced a $100 billion loss for 2023, with projections showing a potential increase.