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    Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried and Debtors Reach Settlement in Embed Proceeding

    The bankrupt crypto exchange FTX and its debtors have reached a settlement agreement with founder Samuel Bankman-Fried and others to address certain claims related to the acquisition of the stock trading platform Embed.

    zkSync Era Resolves Network Glitch Triggered by Automated Safety Check

    The zkSync development team recently addressed and resolved a network glitch in the zkSync Era platform with “no funds at risk,” according to a post by zkSync Development.

    Japan’s Government Abolishes Crypto Tax on Unrealized Corporate Gains

    Japan‘s cabinet has recently approved a key change in the fiscal 2024 tax policy, removing the tax on unrealized gains for corporate-held crypto assets, according to Nikkei.

    MEXC Quells Fears Over Possible Issues After CEO Account Deactivation

    Digital asset exchange, MEXC has addressed user fears over a deleted social media account believed to be its CEO, stating that the firm has no official connection with the account.

    Verida to Transform Digital Privacy Through Partnerships and Technology: Interview with Chris Were

    Decentralized digital identity provider, Verida has rolled out several products and features including its recent partnership with zkPass, a private data protocol to secure user identity while verifying their identities on websites. 

    Storm Thwarts Suspected South Korean Crypto Price Fixer’s Flight to China

    South Korean coast guards – and rough sea weather – appear to have thwarted a high-profile suspected crypto price fixer’s daring effort to flee the country for China.

    SEC “Deeply Regrets” Handling of Debt Box Case, New Court Filing Reveals

    The United States Securities and Exchange Commision (SEC) has apologized for its handling of a lawsuit against decentralized blockchain project, Debt Box, according to new court documents.

    People’s Bank of China Stresses on Global Regulation for Crypto and DeFi Markets

    China’s central bank has called on global financial authorities to regulate the digital asset and decentralized finance (DeFi) markets in its recent financial stability report. 

    Multiple Crypto Influencers Struck By SIM Swap Attacks – Here Are The Details

    SIM swappers are beginning to target crypto influencers ahead of the holidays, with some taking control of their high-profile accounts on X.

    New Argentina President Legalizes All Foreign Currencies For Payment – Including Bitcoin

    Argentina’s newly elected leader, Javier Miliei, has struck down forced legal tender laws forcing Argentinians to settle debt obligations in specific currencies, enabling use of alternatives like USD and Bitcoin (BTC).

    Spot Bitcoin ETF Analysts Eye January 10th Approval Deadline

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    Bitfinex Market Analysts Predict $3.2 Trillion Crypto Market Capitalization – Here’s More

    Bitfinex analysts say the digital asset market capitalization could hit $3.2 trillion if bullish factors remain amid soaring prices towards the end of the year.

    Scammers Banked $59 Million in Crypto Exploiting Google Ads

    Scammers have over the past nine months used a wallet-draining service named “MS Drainer” to siphon around $59 million worth of crypto from numerous victims, according to a recent report by blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer.

    SEC Chair Gary Gensler Gets Community Noted on X for Warning Against Crypto

    US SEC chair Gary Gensler earlier posted a video message on X warning crypto firms against non-compliance and calling the space “wild west.” Elon Musk-owned X, formerly Twitter, was quick to add community notes to Gensler’s post.

    Big Rise in New Spanish Crypto Firms Recorded in 2023, Says Central Bank

    Spain’s Central Bank says the number of licensed crypto-related firms in the country grew by 50% in 2023.