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    Nigeria Targets Binance for User Data in Crypto Crackdown

    Nigerian authorities have reportedly requested Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange, to provide information on its top 100 users in Nigeria, along with its entire transaction history for the past six months, according to a report by the Financial Times on Tuesday.

    Wall Street Whales Test Blockchain Waters: Goldman Sachs, BNY Mellon in Pilot

    Major Wall Street whales, including Goldman Sachs, BNY Mellon, and Cboe Global Markets, have successfully concluded a large-scale pilot test utilizing blockchain technology on the Canton Network.

    Lark Davis, Founder of Wealth Mastery, on Bitcoin ETF In-Flows, AI Tokens, DePIN, Aidrops, and 2024 Crypto Market Cycles | Ep. 316

    In an exclusive interview with Cryptonews, Wealth Mastery founder Lark Davis talked about the massive relevance of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, current results, and their potential effects.

    Killer Whales Reality TV Show Brings Crypto to Mainstream Media

    A new TV show titled “Killer Whales, which merges the crypto world with the excitement of reality television has made its debut on mainstream streaming platforms.

    Russian Crypto Regulation ‘May Have to Wait Until 2025’

    Russian crypto regulation may be delayed until 2025, as decision-makers in the nation prioritize other matters.

    EU Cracks Down on Crypto in Sanctions Evasion Fight

    European Union (EU) lawmakers have taken decisive action to bolster efforts to tackle sanctions violations, including those involving cryptocurrencies.

    Crypto’s Rising Influence in 2024 U.S. Elections: A Game Changer, Says Analyst

    FOX Business analyst Eleanor Terrett opined on March 11 that the cryptocurrency industry is gaining influence as the 2024 U.S. elections draw near. She noted the increasing influence of crypto advocacy groups like Coinbase’s “Stand With Crypto Alliance” which boasts over 310,000 members, as an example.

    FDIC Vice Chairman Takes Aim at Controversial SAB 121, Pushes for Regulatory Clarity

    Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Vice Chairman Travis Hill criticized the United States Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) controversial SAB 121 while saying that the FDIC’s regulatory approach has “significant downsides” in remarks given on March 11.

    Tether Assists US DOJ and FBI in Seizure of $1.4 million dollars USDT in Stolen Funds

    The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago, Illinois, announced the successful seizure of approximately $1.4 million in Tether (USDT) on March 8, suspected of being proceeds from a fraudulent customer support scam.

    Tether Launches On Celo Chain

    On March 11, Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, USDT, announced its launch on the Celo chain.

    Tether CTO Aims Dig At DCG For Doubting USDT’s Resilience

    Paolo Ardoino, the CEO of Tether, the issuer of USDT, the world’s largest stablecoin by market cap, has taken a jab at Digital Currency Group (DCG), the distressed crypto firm currently facing a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General (NYAG). 

    Biden’s Budget Proposal for 2025 Rekindles Discussion of 30% Electricity Tax for Crypto Miners

    President Joe Biden has reignited the debate surrounding implementing a 30% tax on electricity used by crypto miners in a budget proposal for 2025.

    Coinbase Sues SEC for Crypto Rulemaking Refusal, Calls for Clarity

    Coinbase has filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), seeking a court directive for the regulatory authority to establish clear guidelines for the cryptocurrency sector.

    Nexon’s MMORPG MapleStory to Launch Web3 Version on Avalanche

    Nexon, the South Korean video game developer, plans to launch a web3 version of MapleStory on the Avalanche blockchain, adding user-generated content and new gameplay mechanics.

    French Teenagers Turning to Crypto Investment – Report

    French teenagers are more likely to invest in crypto than older citizens in the country, a report has claimed.

    President Biden Proposes Crypto Mining Tax and Wash Sale Rule in 2025 Budget Proposal

    U.S. President Joe Biden released his 2025 budget proposal on Monday featuring a number of provisions aimed at altering the cryptocurrency industry, including a wash sale rule for digital assets and an excise tax for crypto mining operations.