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The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the week of Oct. 16-22, with live updates throughout.
Financial
Tether Freezes 32 Addresses Linked to Terrorism and Warfare in Israel and Ukraine
The combined value across the frozen wallets equated to $873,118.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Spot ETFs Inch Closer to Reality in U.S.
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Oct. 16, 2023.
Hong Kong-Based Crypto Exchange OSL’s Owner Weighing Sale at $128M Valuation: Bloomberg
BC Technology may elect to sell parts of OSL’s business rather than the whole entity, according to the report, citing people familiar with the matter.
GameFi Token BIGTIME Rallies 250% in First Week; Analysts Raise Supply Concerns
BIGTIME debuted on select exchanges, including OKX and Coinbase, last Wednesday.
California ‘BitLicense’ Bill Signed by Gov. Newsom
The Digital Financial Assets Law will take effect on July 1, 2025.
SBF Trial: What Did FTX’s Terms of Service Say About Customer Funds?
Sam Bankman Fried’s lawyers say FTX didn’t misuse customer funds under its terms of service. We dug into the agreement to see exactly what it says.
Bitcoin Gains Spark Bullish Call of ‘$15T Asset;’ BTC Forks Jump
One bull said bitcoin is “more valuable than gold” and will become a $15 trillion asset.
Ferrari to Start Accepting Crypto Payments in U.S: Reuters
Ferrari will subsequently extend the scheme to Europe in response to demand from its wealthy customers
Investor Demand for Ether Staking Yields Has Slowed: Coinbase
Staking yields have dropped to 3.5% from above 5% in the last few months, the report said.