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FridayJan 12, 2024 10:30 am

Crypto Investors Await SEC Decision on Bitcoin ETFs

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is on the verge of making a crucial decision that could greenlight the trading of a Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). Thirteen companies, including Grayscale Investments, BlackRock, Ark/21Shares, Bitwise, Hashdesk, Franklin Templeton, Fidelity and others, have submitted applications for a Bitcoin spot ETF, signaling a collective anticipation within the crypto investment community. The applications are made up of two main parts. First, an exchange such as NASDAQ or NYSE must file Form 19b-4, which notifies the commission of a proposed regulation change and the rules governing the trading of the new product. The…

ThursdayJan 11, 2024 11:15 am

Unlocking the Future: MGS 24 Las Vegas Summit Unveils the Convergence of Mobile and Web3 Technologies

Industry experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators from all areas of the mobile industry are invited to attend the MGS 24 Las Vegas being held on February 15-16, 2023, in Las Vegas. This transformative event offers the perfect blend of advanced mobile and Web3 growth technology. With a special focus on blockchain and artificial intelligence (“AI”), the summit will bring together visionaries and thought leaders to share insightful ideas about the future of the mobile industry. MGS 24 is designed to promote unmatched innovation at the intersection of mobile and web3 technologies. The summit will serve as a catalyst for exploring…

ThursdayJan 11, 2024 9:00 am

Blockchain Life 2024 in Dubai – Waiting for ToTheMoon

On April 15-16, the international forum Blockchain Life 2024 will bring together more than 8,000 crypto leaders and thousands of international companies at the main event of the year in Dubai. See the Official Trailer 2024: https://youtu.be/jSn8TWHV9Lg Buy a ticket: https://ibn.fm/Hr1xo What to expect: Premium community of crypto whales and industry leaders More than 160 experts having a speech and analyzing the market from the 2 stages More than 150 key industry companies featured at the exhibition and promising Startups Dozens of teams at the Startup Pitch contest – traditionally many of these projects will rise in a few months…

WednesdayJan 10, 2024 10:30 am

New U.S. Law on Crypto Tax Reporting Comes into Force

A new tax legislation, the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, ratified in late 2021, now requires individuals or businesses obtaining at least $10,000 in crypto during their commercial activities to submit a report to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), according to insights from Coin Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to exploring and advocating public policy aspects of cryptocurrency. Jerry Brito, the executive director of Coin Center, elucidated in a recent blog post that the report should contain essential details such as the person's name, address, social security number, received amount and specifics about the transaction's date as well as its…

TuesdayJan 09, 2024 9:00 am

Mona & Frens – Web3 Is A Joke, Comes To San Francisco January 2024

In collaboration with Boonoob, Canopy and Mediacy Global (media sponsor), Web3 is a Joke brings you the comedy roast event Web3 is a Joke in San Francisco. The event will be hosted by founder Mona Shaikh, a seasoned comedian who has been featured on CNN, Forbes, and MSNBC. Mona and her team of comic entertainers present the epic comedy evening on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Canopy Jackson Square, 595 Pacific Ave 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA. Web3 Is A Joke is a Web3 comedy roast show known for its laugh-learn-link style. The comedians present important learning topics of Web3…

MondayJan 08, 2024 12:00 pm

5,700 Cryptocurrency ATMs Taken Offline in Unprecedented Decline

In a significant departure from previous trends, the cryptocurrency ATM landscape witnessed an unprecedented change last year, marking the first annual reduction since its founding. According to coinatmradar.com data, December 2022 recorded a peak of 39,350 machines globally dispensing cryptocurrency assets such as Bitcoin and ethereum. However, a notable change occurred, with approximately 5,730 machines (14%) of the initial 39,000 units being subtracted. This culminated in the present count of around 33,620 cryptocurrency ATMs. Throughout the first four months of 2023, there was a constant removal of equipment with no increase in activity. In January, about 1,523 devices were removed;…

FridayJan 05, 2024 12:00 pm

India Moves to Block Website URLs of Several Crypto Firms Including Binance, Kraken

The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of India has asked the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to restrict the website URLs of nine cryptocurrency exchanges. The aim is to restrict access to platforms such as MEXC Global, Bitfinex, Bitstamp, Binance, Gate.io, Kraken, Bittrex, Huobi and Kucoin, citing their alleged “illegal operations” and noncompliance with the Money Laundering Prevention Act. The FIU, serving as the central national agency, is tasked with receiving, processing, analyzing and disseminating information related to suspect financial transactions, including terror financing and money laundering, to enforcement agencies worldwide. India has been actively working to integrate the cryptocurrency…

ThursdayJan 04, 2024 6:51 pm

Interstellar Soiree 2024 Ignites CES Week with Groundbreaking Tech and Entertainment Fusion in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, NV - Today, the visionaries behind the BREATHE! Experiences, a leader in innovative event experiences, are proud to announce the interactive features and experiences set for the upcoming Interstellar Soiree, taking place January 10, 2024 at Worre Studios 5PM PST. Interstellar Soiree 2024 is set to bring the magic to tech with multiple high energy features throughout its program, including: VIP Meet and Greet with PreShow RedCarpet featuring Desi the Robot Special Recognition Presentation top tech innovators VIP Dinner & Entertainment with João Blümel, the Metaverse Mentalist, and Grace the Robot Several Subject Matter Expert led Pitch Sessions, Presentations,…

TuesdayJan 02, 2024 6:46 pm

Pavan Agarwal, Dr. Ben Goertzel, and Gary Shapiro Named as Honorees to Interstellar Soiree, Live at Worre Studios

LAS VEGAS, NV - Today, the visionaries behind the BREATHE! Experiences, a leader in innovative event experiences, is proud to announce the distinguished honorees for the upcoming Interstellar Soiree, taking place January 10, 2024 at Worre Studios 5PM PST. This premier event, set to illuminate the night sky, celebrates trailblazers and visionaries who have significantly contributed to their respective fields. The soiree, known for its blend of inspiration and professional networking, will also feature Daniel Baldwin as the Keynote Speaker, adding a layer of prestige and insight to the evening. Pavan Agarwal, Founder of Angel Ai and Celligence International, LLC,…

FridayDec 29, 2023 9:45 am

SEC Chair Issues Cryptocurrency Warning Amid Rising Anticipation of Approval of Spot BTC ETFs

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair Gary Gensler sounded a cautionary note about the state of the cryptocurrency landscape on the social media platform X last week. Gensler expressed concern over the widespread lack of compliance in the crypto space, emphasizing the detrimental impact it has on investor confidence. He highlighted the unfortunate situation where numerous individuals have suffered losses and find themselves queuing up in bankruptcy courts with limited recourse. Accompanying his X post was a video clip from a recent CNBC appearance where Gensler discussed the prevailing issue of noncompliance in the crypto industry, specifically in relation…