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    Nasdaq Submits Revised Application for BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF to SEC

    What NASDAQ has resubmitted an application to the SEC for the listing of a Bitcoin ETF by BlackrockWhy The SEC had raised concerns last week about the details of the original submissionWhat Next The SEC has not provided a date for its final decision

    Regulatory Investigation Targets South Korean Crypto Lender Delio

    South Korea-based Delio is currently under scrutiny as the country's Financial Services Commission (FSC) investigates the crypto lending firm for alleged fraud, embezzlement, and breach of trust.

    Coinbase Aims to Modernize Direct Deposit Systems via Blockchain Stablecoin Settlements

    Coinbase has said it wants to modernize its direct deposit system using blockchain-based stablecoin settlements instead of the traditional ACH deposits.

    Crypto Exchange OKX Signs $70 Million Deal to Become Official Sleeve Sponsor of Manchester City

    The crypto exchange OKX has signed a sponsorship deal with the English football club Manchester City to become its “official sleeve partner.”

    Hut 8 Is Keen On AI Computing As It Relocates 6,400 Rigs, Eyes Growth Amid Legal Battle

    Bitcoin (BTC) mining firm Hut 8 has announced plans to relocate 6,400 rigs from its facility in Ontario, Canada as the demand for AI and high-performance computing surges. 

    Crypto Struggles Are Predominantly North American, Says Animoca Brands CEO

    Animoca Brands CEO Yat Siu said that crypto entrepreneurs in North America are facing more struggles than other regions due to macroeconomic and regulatory conditions. 

    Harry Styles’ Concert App Introduces Blockchain Rewards for Fans

    5,000 fans of British megastar Harry Styles recently used an app that allowed them to open a self-custodial wallet in which to keep their blockchain-based rewards.

    Six Clovers Unveils Versal Network for Cross-Border Crypto Payments in Stablecoins and CBDCs

    On June 29, Six Clovers, a company founded by former PayPal business and technology leaders Jim Nguyen and Nas Kavian, introduced the Versal Network on Sui blockchain. 

    Bank of America Forecasts Transformative Role of Tokenization in Finance

    According to a recent research report by Bank of America (BofA), tokenization can revolutionize financial and non-financial infrastructure and financial markets in the next five to 15 years. 

    Celsius Debtors Can Start Converting Altcoins to Bitcoin and Ether Starting Today

    The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has allowed Celsius debtors to trade their altcoins for Bitcoin and Ether starting today. 

    Canadian Lawmakers Call for National Blockchain Strategy

    Canada appears ready to take a strong step toward blockchain adoption, with an influential group of lawmakers requesting that the government comes up with a national blockchain strategy. 

    Former Goldman Sachs Executive Craig Broderick Joins Stablecoin-Issuer Circle’s Board

    The former Goldman Sachs executive Craig Broderick has joined the Board of Directors of Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin. 

    Binance’s Commitment to Compliance: An Inside Look at the Program

    Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is making an effort to dispel myths that the crypto industry at large is a ‘non-compliant’.

    Mind Network Secures $2.5M Seed Funding from Binance Labs, Other VCs

    Web3 data security and privacy platform Mind Network has closed a $2.5 million seed round that attracted many key investors, including Binance Labs, the venture capital and incubation arm of Binance.

    Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer-2 Network, Base, Nears Mainnet Launch

    Coinbase’s layer 2 blockchain, Base, is preparing its mainnet launch after completing a series of security audits. 

    Ledger Hardware Wallet Firm Launches Institutional-Grade Trading Network with Major Crypto Partners

    French hardware wallet maker Ledger has ventured into the institutional trading technology market with the launch of the custodial trading platform Ledger Enterprise TRADELINK.