Author: Kryptonews

US Democratic Senators working on crypto market structure legislation filed several amendments on Friday, including measures to address conflicts of interest with US officials profiting from the crypto industry.The ethics-focused amendments were filed ahead of the Senate Agriculture Committee’s markup for the crypto market structure legislation this Tuesday, which seeks to give greater clarity on federal rules for digital assets, define agency oversight, and bring regulatory certainty to investors and market participants.One of the most notable amendments was Senator Michael Bennet’s purported inclusion of the Digital Asset Ethics Act into the crypto market structure legislation to prevent US officials from profiting…

Some of the U.S. Senate Democrats in the negotiation over the crypto market structure bill filed requested amendments on Friday, seeking a number of their top policy requests in the draft legislation pushed by Republicans in the Senate Agriculture Committee.The draft they’re trying to change was unveiled as a partisan effort without Democratic sign-off on Wednesday, so now the lawmakers are trying to insert such things as a ban of the president (and other government officials) profiting off of the crypto sector and a demand that the Commodity Futures Trading Commission fill out its slate of commissioners before digital assets…

The Sandbox (SAND) is a blockchain-based metaverse platform where users can create, own, and monetize digital assets. SAND recorded a 60% price increase in January, even as the broader market corrected and fear sentiment returned.The following article examines the factors that signal both opportunities and risks for SAND traders in January.Sponsored What Is Driving SAND’s Price in January?The Sandbox (SAND) has climbed above $0.17, rising more than 60% since the start of the year. Its upward momentum closely resembles the recent rally seen in Axie Infinity (AXS).Data shows that traders on Upbit are among the main forces behind this surge.The…

Stablecoins are increasingly being used across Africa as a cheaper and faster remittance option, with remittances becoming “more important than aid” on the continent, according to Vera Songwe, a former UN under-secretary-general.Speaking at a World Economic Forum panel in Davos, Switzerland on Thursday, Songwe said traditional money transfer services in Africa often cost about $6 for every $100 sent, making cross-border payments expensive and slow.She said stablecoins are cutting fees and settlement times, allowing individuals and small businesses to move money in minutes rather than waiting days for cross-border payments to clear. Vera Songwe, right, speaks at the World Economic…

165 Yuga Labs has sold the intellectual property (IP) of its Moonbirds non-fungible token (NFT) collection to Orange Cap Games, a rising gaming startup. Yuga Labs completed the acquisition of PROOF, the company behind the popular NFT project Moonbirds, last year in an effort to strengthen its Otherside metaverse project.  Now, the sale of the Moonbirds IP marks the latest in a series of divestitures by Yuga Labs, which has been steadily offloading NFT properties it acquired in recent years. Moonbirds has been acquired by @ocapgamesSpencer and the team at Orange Cap Games are among the smartest, most detail-oriented builders…

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said no political or personal financial ties will impact the procedural review of World Liberty Financial’s bank charter application.The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has knocked back US Senator Elizabeth Warren’s bid to pause the review of World Liberty Financial’s application for a national trust bank charter, a move she sought until US President Donald Trump divests his stake in the crypto platform.  The OCC’s Jonathan Gould confirmed on Friday that WLF’s application will be evaluated under existing regulatory standards while emphasizing that no political or personal financial ties will impact…

117 Following the resounding success of past two editions, VAP Group in association with Times of Blockchain is set to host an exclusive event on 10-11th December, 2025 in Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi, that will bring together 5,000+ attendees, 200+ global expert speakers, 300+ leading investors, and 150+ media representatives on one dynamic platform to shape the future of the decentralized technology showcasing cutting-edge blockchain applications across multiple industries. We are also proud to announce the support of the Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau for the upcoming Global Blockchain Show, further strengthening our mission to bring world-class innovation and…

Opening NoteWelcome back, Altcoin Investors! As always, it’s been another action-packed week in the world of cryptocurrencies. The digital asset markets continue to evolve rapidly with wild price swings, regulatory updates, and significant technology developments shaping investor sentiment. Whether you’re a new crypto enthusiast or a veteran investor, there’s never a dull moment. So, buckle up as we take a deep dive into the biggest stories, trends, and insights influencing the altcoin landscape.The past few days brought a mix of excitement and uncertainty—with Bitcoin facing pivotal resistance levels, Ethereum showing continued resilience in the DeFi space, and regulatory scrutiny once…

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has confirmed plans to bring tokenized equities back to its platform, returning to stock-linked digital assets for the first time since 2021.In a statement to Cointelegraph on Friday, a spokesperson for Binance said “exploring the potential to offer tokenized equities is a natural next step” for bridging traditional finance and crypto. Should the exchange reintroduce digital versions of stocks for companies, it would represent a significant change in Binance’s offerings since it announced “ceasing support for stock tokens” in July 2021.”Binance is committed to bridging traditional finance and crypto, expanding user choices while maintaining the highest regulatory…

If you’ve been thinking about getting into Bitcoin mining, you’ve come to the right place. Bitcoin (BTC) is the first cryptocurrency, powered by blockchain and distributed ledger technologies. It is designed to facilitate peer-to-peer transactions in an intermediary-free, decentralized environment. Bitcoin mining is the process by which the network validates transactions, adds new blocks, and creates new Bitcoins. It is also known as Bitcoin farming.In this article, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide on how to mine BTC profitably. We’ll also cover the associated risks and legal implications of Bitcoin mining.What is Bitcoin Mining?The Bitcoin blockchain is a decentralized peer-to-peer network…