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    Exclusive: India Will Be Core Hub for Web3 Innovation, Says Gemini APAC CEO

    In an exclusive interview with CryptoNews, Gemini APAC CEO and Global Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Pravjit Tiwana, shared insights into the company's strategic vision for India as their core hub for Web3 innovation. 

    “CBDC to Aid Taxation” Argentina’s Central Bank Backs Massa’s Plan For a Digital Peso

    Argentina’s central bank has expressly backed Sergio Massa’s bid to roll out a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) if elected President.

    Close Associates of Sam Bankman-Fried to Take Stand Today in Ongoing Trial

    As the trial of the former CEO of collapsed crypto exchange FTX Sam Bankman-Fried enters its third day, the prosecution is expected to call two close associates of the defendant to the stand.

    Dutch Crypto Firms Secure Partial Legal Victory Against Regulatory Fees

    Crypto firms in the Netherlands, including Bitvavo and Coinmerce, have achieved a partial victory in their legal battle against fees totaling $2.3 million imposed by Dutch regulators. They argued that these fees were excessive and discriminatory.

    Web3 Gaming Platform Immutable Gears Up for zkEVM Mainnet Launch Early Next Year

    Web3 gaming platform Immutable has unveiled its highly-anticipated mainnet launch roadmap for Immutable zkEVM, marking a significant step towards becoming the go-to platform for gaming on the Ethereum network. 

    Cryptoasset Ecosystem Booms in Latin America and Caribbean: Study

    The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) have jointly released a report that provides growing trends in the cryptocurrency industry in Latin America and the Caribbean.

    Polygon Co-Founder Jaynti Kanani Steps Down After Six Years

    Jaynti Kanani, the co-founder of Ethereum layer 2 solution Polygon, has revealed that he is taking a step back "from the day-to-day grind" in the project after dedicating six years to its development and growth.

    HKEX Unveils ‘Synapse’ Platform Using Smart Contracts for Enhanced Equities Settlement

    On Wednesday, October 4, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) introduced an upgraded version of its Stock Connect program called "Synapse."

    South Korean Gaming Giant Netmarble Affiliate to List Coin on Japanese Exchange

    The South Korean video games giant Netmarble has made a blockchain gaming breakthrough with its subsidiary’s coin set to be listed on the Japanese crypto exchange Zaif.

    Decoding the SEC’s Stance on Crypto: An Exclusive Interview with Brandon Zemp

    As the crypto industry witnesses rapid growth, regulatory challenges arise in tandem. David Hirsch, who heads the SEC's Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit, raises alarm bells for the crypto sector, emphasizing that more charges will be brought against exchanges and DeFi projects perceived to be violating securities laws. 

    Sam Bankman-Fried Changed the Rules for FTX Employees When SRM Token Shot Up in Value – Here’s What Happened

    Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) was forced to change rules for FTX employees in 2021 when their crypto profits threatened to let them retire early.

    CMCC Global Splashes $100 Million on Blockchain Fund Focused on Asian Startups

    Asia-based blockchain venture capital (VC) firm CMCC Global has announced the launch of its Titan Fund, committing $100 million to support blockchain startups in the region.

    3AC Founder’s Luxurious Villa Gets Repurposed to Urban Farm by Wife

    The luxurious Singapore home of Three Arrow Capital (3AC) founder Su Zhu has been repurposed from living quarters to an urban farm by his wife, Evelyn Tao, according to local reports.

    Coinbase vs. SEC: Regulator Pushes Back Against Exchange

    The battle between Coinbase and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to intensify as regulators push back against the crypto exchange's attempts to have a securities law violation lawsuit dismissed.

    Bank of France Deputy Governor Views CBDCs as a Catalyst For Cross-border Payments

    Denis Beau, the first deputy governor of Banque de France has referred to Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) as a foundation for a new global monetary system.

    Project Atlas: Bank for International Settlements Tackles Crypto Tracking with EU Central Banks – Here’s the Latest

    The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) and four European central banks have rolled out a Proof-of-Concept (PoC) system to track the global flow of cryptocurrency assets.