Nakamoto Upgrade Release Date Set: Bitcoin L2 Stacks Prepares For Major Update | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant move to transform its infrastructure, the Bitcoin (BTC) Layer 2 (L2) network Stacks is preparing to launch the Nakamoto upgrade, which is scheduled for release as early as April 16.

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Binance’s $4.3 Billion Settlement Faces DOJ Scrutiny Over FTX Ties In Monitorship Decision | Bitcoinist.com

In recent developments, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has been reevaluating its choice of law firm to oversee the cryptocurrency exchange Binance as an independent monitor. 
The decision concerns the firm’s previous work for the now-bankrupt FTX exchange. The monitorships were part of the $4.

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Hong Kong Bitcoin ETFs Expected To Lag Behind US Market With Meager $500M Inflows, Expert | Bitcoinist.com

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has granted official approval for spot Ethereum and Bitcoin ETFs, signifying a major milestone for the crypto market in the region.

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Runes Protocol Set To Launch As Bitcoin Halving Nears – A Threat To BRC-20 Dominance? | Bitcoinist.com

As the anticipated Bitcoin Halving approaches, a new native digital commodity protocol is set to make its presence felt in the cryptocurrency landscape.

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New UK Legislation To Govern Crypto Staking, Trading, By Mid-2024: What You Need To Know | Bitcoinist.com

The United Kingdom is poised to enact new legislation covering stablecoins and various crypto activities, including staking, trading, and custody.

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First-Ever Conviction For Crypto Smart Contract Hacking: Nirvana Exploiter Sentenced To 3 Years | Bitcoinist.com

After orchestrating a series of hacks on two decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges (DEXs) that stole more than $12 million worth of crypto, former security engineer Shakeeb Ahmed was sentenced today to three years in prison, this is the first-ever smart contract hacking conviction in the US.

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Pro-XRP Lawyer Deaton Takes The Lead, Outpacing Warren In Pivotal Senate Contest | Bitcoinist.com

John Deaton, a pro-XRP lawyer and crypto advocate, is running for a seat in the US Senate against Elizabeth Warren, known for her skepticism on cryptocurrencies, when US regulators are stepping up their enforcement actions and crackdowns on the crypto industry.

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HashKey Partners With TON Foundation To Enable Toncoin Cash Conversion Through Telegram | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant development, HashKey Group, the operator of one of the two licensed cryptocurrency exchanges in Hong Kong, has announced a collaboration with The Open Network (TON), the blockchain operator created by Telegram Messenger.

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Uniswap Labs Counters SEC Probe And UNI’s 30% Price Drop With New Cross-Chain ERC Standard | Bitcoinist.com

Uniswap Labs, the software development company behind the decentralized exchange (DEX) Uniswap, was served with a Wells Notice by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Wednesday, which could result in an Enforcement Action.

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Dapper Labs Rocked By SEC’s Explosive Investigation In 2023: Revelations Exposed | Bitcoinist.com

A recent Fortune Magazine report revealed that Dapper Labs, a prominent non-fungible token (NFT) company, was under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) until September 2023.

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Do Kwon’s Extradition To The US Edges Towards Final Decision With Montenegro’s High Court Ruling | Bitcoinist.com

Montenegro’s High Court has once again approved the extradition of Do Kwon, a key figure in the cryptocurrency Terra Luna crash, paving the way for a potential transfer to the United States.

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Examining The $100M Mango Markets Exploit, Latest Updates From Avraham Eisenberg’s Trial | Bitcoinist.com

In a significant development for the cryptocurrency industry, the trial of Avraham Eisenberg, the accused perpetrator of the $100 million Mango Markets exploit, has commenced in a New York federal court.

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs To Receive Green Light In Hong Kong This April | Bitcoinist.com

According to a recent Reuters report, Hong Kong is on the verge of becoming Asia’s first city to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs.

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