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🔔 Samourai Wallet Founders and CEO Arrested, Charged with Money Laundering !
Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, founders of the Samourai Wallet crypto-mixing service, have been charged by federal prosecutors with helping launder $100 million in crime proceeds. They are accused of a money laundering conspiracy and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business from 2015 through February 2024. Samourai Wallet Website has been seized.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/founders-and-ceo-cryptocurrency-mixing-service-arrested-and-charged-money-laundering
🔔 Storyfire (BLAZE) to Be Listed on 25 April !
Storyfire native token $BLAZE will be listed tomorrow on MEXC, Gate at 12:00 PM UTC and on PancakeSwap at 12:05 PM UTC. Storyfire has recently concluded its IDO on Decubate and got sold out within 8 Seconds, and completed guaranteed sale on AiTechPad and will host FCFS round tomorrow. The IDO price of the $BLAZE token is $0.0004, initial MCap is $627,429 and Total Supply is 20B $BLAZE. Storyfire has recently completed its Investment round backed by Octavia Ventures, Genesis Capital, TGE Ventures and GDA Capital.
StoryFire is a platform combining SocialFi, GameFi, and DeFi into a unified experience, simplifying connections between gaming, social media, and decentralized finance. Features include StoryFire Oasis for metaverse experiences, StoryFire SocialFi with an AI content creation tool, and StoryFire DeFi for $BLAZE token interoperability.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/storyfireapp/status/1783107709648191527
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🚨Update: Central Bank of Nigeria called it false news, Cointelegraph/Coindesk and other agencies misquoted it.
https://twitter.com/cenbank/status/1783081492018602076
🚨Update: Central Bank of Nigeria called it false news, Cointelegraph/Coindesk and other agencies misquoted it.
https://twitter.com/cenbank/status/1783081492018602076
🔔 Nigerian Central Bank to Freeze User Accounts on Bybit, KuCoin, OKX & Binance, CBN Denies !
The Central Bank of Nigeria has directed banks to identify and restrict accounts transacting with unlicensed crypto exchanges, placing them on Post No Debit (PND) for six months. Bybit, KuCoin, OKX, and Binance are among the exchanges listed as not licensed in Nigeria.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nigerian-central-bank-freeze-user-accounts
🔔 Gull Network Announces Its Testnet is Live Now !
The Gull Network Testnet is currently live and will continue until 29 April. Participants can explore the platform's features in a controlled environment. Rewards totaling $10,000, split between $MANTA and $GULL tokens, will be distributed. Additionally, 500 participants who complete the testnet tasks will have the opportunity to mint a Testnet NFT, redeemable for $GULL and $MANTA tokens after the launch.
Gull Network is a decentralized platform for token launches, powered by Manta Network. It offers codeless DeFi product creation and management, sniper-proof liquidity provisions, and simplified tokenization through GullSwap. Gull Network aims to revolutionize blockchain with user-centric, transparent, and decentralized solutions.
▶️ How to Participate:
▪️Visit https://pacific-info.sepolia-testnet.manta.network/
▪️Add Sepolia Manta testnet to the EVM wallet
▪️Claim Faucet
▪️Trade with any pair three times: https://app.gullnetwork.com/swap
▪️Add liquidity to one pair: https://app.gullnetwork.com/liquidity
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/GullNetwork/status/1782348938739323181
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🔔 Blockchain Association and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas Take Legal Action Against SEC Over Recently Adopted Dealer Rule !
The Blockchain Association and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas have sued the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission over a newly adopted dealer rule, alleging violations of the Administrative Procedures Act. They seek to "strike down" the rule and prevent its use against the industry.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://theblockchainassociation.org/blockchainassociation-and-crypto-freedom-alliance-of-texas-file-lawsuit-challenging-secs-unlawful-dealer-rule-that-threatens-american-industry-and-innovation/
🔔 Orbital7 (ORB7) IDO to Be Hosted on Ordify !
Orbital7 announces its native token $ORB7 IDO will be conducted on Ordify. The IDO date is not announced yet. The IDO price is $0.006 with IDO allocation of 41,666,666 $ORB7, Initial MCap is $423.6K and Total Supply is 2B $ORB7.
Orbital7 is a suite of development tools tailored for Bitcoin Centric Networks, simplifying the creation and management of digital assets like Runes and BRC20 on the Bitcoin network. Backed by a team with extensive experience from industry giants like Vanguard Group and BlackRock, Orbital7's business model involves burning 50% of user fees to enhance the token's value.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/Orbital7BTC/status/1782423924866764923
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🔔 PayPal Considers 'Cryptoeconomic' Incentives for Sustainable Bitcoin Miners !
PayPal, in collaboration with Energy Web and DMG Blockchain Solutions, has proposed using "cryptoeconomic incentives" to encourage Bitcoin miners to use low-carbon energy sources. This initiative aims to make sustainable Bitcoin mining more economically attractive and is open to industry feedback for potential improvements.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://pyusd.mirror.xyz/P2fyue5RNhdOAV_IREgLPkj70vk-7zLAAw7Rk39s0iw
🔔 Woo X Exchange Introduces Tokenized T-Bills for Retail Investors !
Woo X cryptocurrency exchange has launched tokenized United States Treasury Bills (T-Bills), offering retail investors the opportunity to earn yield through its RWA Earn Vaults. These vaults, backed by T-Bills, provide annual percentage rates (APR) between 4.5% and 4.7% to USDC holders.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/_WOO_X/status/1782348710892220515
🔔 Thailand to Restrict Access to 'Unauthorized' Crypto Platforms !
Authorities in Thailand have announced plans to block "unauthorized" crypto platforms to enhance law enforcement efficiency in combating online crime. They have not disclosed the specific entities deemed unauthorized but have advised users to withdraw their assets promptly.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://www.sec.or.th/TH/Pages/News_Detail.aspx?SECID=10732
⚡️ News Flash - 21 Apr 2024 !
1️⃣ Canadian Parliament Pays Tribute to Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto
A Canadian lawmaker recently allowed applause for Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, recognizing the groundbreaking technology of blockchain.
2️⃣ Bitcoin Miners Prepare for Reduced Revenue Post-Halving with Power Center Upgrades and AI Integration
The recent Bitcoin halving cut the issuance of new bitcoins in half. Mining firms have diversified their business models and upgraded facilities in preparation for this event, with some expanding into supporting artificial intelligence infrastructure.
3️⃣ FTX Plans to Auction Next Batch of Locked Solana Tokens
The FTX estate's next sale of locked Solana tokens will be an auction rather than a private sale, following the previous sale of $1.9 billion worth of Solana tokens. The auction details have not been revealed yet.
4️⃣ Nyan Heroes Crypto Game Surpasses 200K Downloads, Enters Top 30 Most-Played During Epic Games Debut
During its pre-alpha, "Nyan Heroes" ranked in the top 30 most-played games on Epic Games Store with over 200,000 downloads. A full PC version, integrating NFTs, is set for release early next year.
5️⃣ Ivorypay, a Nigerian Blockchain-Based Payment Startup, Partners with Stablecoin Issuer Tether
Ivorypay, a Nigerian startup in blockchain payments and remittances, has partnered with Tether, enabling the stablecoin issuer to mint and issue USDT directly to Ivorypay. This collaboration is expected to make transactions more affordable, boosting confidence among Ivorypay users.
🚨 Audacity of ZKasino Despite Serious Allegations : Replies that Network Launch Delayed Due to Exchange Listings !
Amidst the current uproar surrounding ZKasino's alleged rug incident, the project has taken to X to announce a delay in the launch of its Zkasino Network, citing the ongoing FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) in the community and Delaying in exchange listing.
Additionally, in another post, ZKasino expressed its determination to stay focused on its mission despite the noise and FUD often associated with new technologies. 🤡
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/ZKasino_io/status/1781670189118976450
https://twitter.com/ZKasino_io/status/1782053963388391755
🔔 Wealth Management Firms to Increase Bitcoin ETF Holdings, Says Bitwise CEO !
Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley predicts that wealth management firms will increase their Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) holdings, especially after the halving, as Bitcoin ETFs are expected to gain more traction.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/HHorsley/status/1781808283067834426
⚡️ News Flash - 20 Apr 2024 !
1️⃣ Bitcoin Users Set Record, Spending $2.4M in Fees on Halving Block
Bitcoin users paid 37.7 BTC ($2.4 million) in fees for space on the fourth-ever Bitcoin halving block, which reduced miner rewards from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC per block. Miner ViaBTC received a total of 40.7 BTC ($2.6 million) for producing the block.
2️⃣ Boxing Legend Mike Tyson Joins Blockchain-Based Social Networking App Ready to Fight as Ambassador
Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson has joined the Web3 social networking platform Ready to Fight (RTF) as an ambassador. His legendary status in boxing adds credibility to RTF, which aims to revolutionize the boxing ecosystem.
3️⃣ Pixelverse Launches 10M $PIXFI Airdrop Campaign
Pixelverse is running a 10M $PIXFI airdrop campaign. Participants can join the Play-to-Airdrop campaign to win tokens by registering on the dashboard, inviting friends, and engaging in in-game activities like team battles, bot maintenance, trading, and battle predictions.
4️⃣ Itheum Protocol Introduces Bonding & Liveliness Scores
Itheum Protocol introduces bonding and liveliness scores, enabling individuals to tokenize their data and showcase positive intentions, fostering a more inclusive and transparent open data economy.
5️⃣ USA and Nigeria to Form AI Partnership for Economic Growth
The United States and Nigeria are set to engage in discussions on the digital economy, emerging technology, and the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) to explore potential partnership opportunities.
🔔 ZKasino Faces Questions as Users Struggle to Withdraw Funds, Telegram Banned and MEXC Listing Postponed !
ZKasino, a crypto betting platform, is facing issues with user withdrawals and has had its official Telegram channel banned. A large deposit of 10,500 ETH (worth US$32 million) has been made to the platform. Accusations of fraud by ZigZag and MEXC's decision to postpone the listing and withdrawal of ZKasino (ZKAS) have further complicated the situation, leading to the temporary suspension of ZKAS deposits.
▶️ Zigzag's Post Regarding ZKasino:
https://twitter.com/ZigZagExchange/status/1771536853272855006
▶️ Ape Terminal's Post on the ongoing Situation:
https://twitter.com/apeterminal/status/1781642036745023951
▶️ MEXC Announcement:
https://www.mexc.com/support/articles/17827791515422
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/WuBlockchain/status/1781615957489889582
🔔 Exverse Listed on Bybit, Gate & Mexc !
Exverse announces its native token $EXVG is Listed on Bybit, Gate and Mexc and currently trading at $0.13152 (~3.28x), the ATH price of $EXVG is $0.446 (~11.15x). Exverse has recently concluded its IDO on Bybit Web3 Launchpad with IDO Price of $0.04, Total Supply of the Token is 400M $EXVG.
Exverse is a new AI-powered free-to-play universe with intricate world-building, lore, and novel gameplay systems, all built on Unreal Engine 5. Players can explore three distinct planets, own, trade, sell, and rent their in-game assets through an in-game marketplace. Developed by a studio with a history of working on AAA games like Apex Legends and Call of Duty, Exverse offers an immersive gaming experience.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/exverse_io/status/1783099207345439134
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🔔 Hong Kong's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Approved for Trading, Set to Begin on 30 April !
Hong Kong has officially approved six crypto-based spot ETFs, including three spot bitcoin and three spot ether ETFs, for trading starting April 30. This move positions Hong Kong as a hub for digital assets.
▶️ Check More details Here:
https://www.theblock.co/post/290654/hong-kong-bitcoin-and-ether-etfs-to-start-trading-april-30
🔔 Bitcoin Payments App Strike Expands Services to European Users !
Strike has launched in Europe, allowing users to buy, sell, send, and withdraw bitcoin, and make local currency payments. The app supports free unlimited SEPA euro deposits, scheduled purchases, and free on-chain withdrawals.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://strike.me/blog/announcing-strike-europe/
🔔 US Seeks 36-Month Prison Sentence for Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao !
According to Reuters, Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, may serve 36 months in prison after pleading guilty to violating money laundering laws, as stated by U.S. prosecutors. Zhao is expected to be sentenced on April 30 in Seattle.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://www.reuters.com/legal/us-seeks-36-months-jail-binance-founder-zhao-2024-04-24/
▶️ Court Filing:
https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68025988/78/united-states-v-zhao/
🔔 SEC Requests Feedback on BlackRock's Revised Proposal for Spot Ethereum ETF !
In January, the SEC postponed its decision on BlackRock's spot Ethereum ETF. On April 19, Nasdaq filed an amendment to the proposal, discussing the ETF's creation and redemption process.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://listingcenter.nasdaq.com/assets/rulebook/nasdaq/filings/SR-NASDAQ-2023-045_Amendment_1.pdf
🔔 Renzo (EZ) Farming Starts On Binance Launchpool From 24 Apr !
▶️ Token Info:
▪️ Ticker: $EZ
▪️ Total Supply: 10B $EZ
▪️ Launchpool Rewards: 250M $EZ (2.5% of max token supply)
▪️ Initial Circulating Supply: 1.05B $EZ (10.5% of max token supply)
▶️ Staking Info:
▪️ Token staked: BNB, FDUSD
▪️ Farming period: 24 Apr ~ 29 Apr
▪️ Hourly Hard Cap per User:
▫️ BNB: 147,569.44 $EZ
▫️ FDUSD: 26,041.67 $EZ
▶️ Listing Info: Binance will list $EZ on 30 Apr, 12:00 (UTC)
▶️ Check More Details Here :
https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/b1e64410cc9c4ab29687392f5581a61b
🔔 Binance Faces Lawsuit in Canada for Alleged Securities Law Violations !
Binance is facing a class-action lawsuit in Canada for allegedly violating securities laws by selling crypto derivative products to retail investors without registration. The lawsuit seeks damages and rescission of unlawful trades.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://www.canlii.org/en/on/onsc/doc/2024/2024onsc2302/2024onsc2302.html#document
🔔 Ledger Live Partners with MoonPay to Provide Crypto Swap and Instant-Buy Services !
Ledger Live will soon offer new crypto instant-buy and swap services through MoonPay, following an investment by MoonPay in the hard wallet company. The partnership also includes collaboration on educational content for cryptocurrency traders.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/Ledger/status/1782401653171245061
🔔 XSwap IDO to Be Hosted Today on XSwap Launchpad !
XSwap Announces its native token $XSWAP Community IDO will be conducted on its Launchpad today at 17:00 UTC. The IDO price is $0.05 per token with IDO allocation of $50K, Total Supply is 350M $XSWAP. In XSwap's Public Sale, the top 6000 users will have the opportunity to compete for a spot. The sale operates on a first-come, first-served basis
XSwap is a Cross-Chain Swaps Protocol using Chainlink CCIP technology, emphasizing secure cross-chain messages and token transfers. It offers a unified developer interface for
seamless execution across blockchains and aims to enhance DeFi liquidity transfers.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/xswap_link/status/1782091956027351177
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🔔 Tether's Launch on TON Blockchain Sees 'Great Start,' CEO Says, Reaching $60M !
$60 million worth of Tether (USDT) has been issued on The Open Network (TON) since April 19, making it the 11th largest blockchain for Tether. Tether also launched the gold-pegged Tether Gold (XAUT) stablecoin on TON. According to Tether's Transparency report, the authorized supply issued on TON has grown to $60 million as of April 22.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/paoloardoino/status/1781956881663074639
▶️ Tether's Transparency report:
https://tether.to/en/transparency/?tab=usdt
🔔 Exverse IDO Live on Bybit Web3 Launchpad !
Exverse native token $EXVG IDO is live on Bybit web3 and will last till 25 April. The IDO price is $0.04 with the IDO allocation of $150K, Initial MCap is $444,625 and total supply is 400M $EXVG. $EXVG will be listed on Bybit, Gate, and Mexc on 24 April.
Exverse is a new AI-powered free-to-play universe with intricate world-building, lore, and novel gameplay systems, all built on Unreal Engine 5. Players can explore three distinct planets, own, trade, sell, and rent their in-game assets through an in-game marketplace. Developed by a studio with a history of working on AAA games like Apex Legends and Call of Duty, Exverse offers an immersive gaming experience.
▶️ Note:
▪️To participate in the IDO, users must maintain a Bybit Web3 Wallet with a balance of at least 300 USDT (BNB Chain) and 0.1 BNB (BNB Chain) throughout the Snapshot Period. Failure to do so will make them ineligible for participation.
▪️Three (3) snapshots will be taken per day during the Snapshot Period.
▪️Smart contracts will randomly select 1500 winners who subscribed for the IDO.
▪️Once the winning tickets have been revealed, users will be able to purchase 100 USDT worth of tokens.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/exverse_io/status/1780540720824172906
▶️ Project Socials:
Website | Twitter | Telegram
🔔 MEXC Responds to Suspected Rug Incident of ZKasino: "We are Just Investors, Project's Behavior Not Our Responsibility. We are Also Victims." !
In response to the suspected rug incident involving ZKasino, MEXC clarified that they are merely investors and not responsible for the project's actions. They stated that they are also victims in this situation. ZKasino's website recently removed a statement related to fund transfers, and users have reported difficulties withdrawing funds. Additionally, ZKasino transferred a significant amount of ETH to a multi-signature address, which was then deposited into Lido.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/TechFlowPost/status/1781904054207045915
🔔 Kathryn Haun, Former a16z Partner, to Retire from Coinbase Board, Focus on Venture Portfolio !
Kathryn Haun, former Assistant U.S. Attorney and partner at Andreesen-Horowitz, is retiring from Coinbase's board after seven years. This move will shrink the board from eight to seven members. Haun plans to focus on her crypto venture investment portfolio, Haun Ventures.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/katie_haun/status/1781516145474023778
🔔 Grayscale Unveils 0.15% Fees for Its Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF !
Grayscale has introduced its Bitcoin Mini Trust (BTC) with a lower fee of 0.15% compared to GBTC's 1.5%. The BTC trust will receive 63,204 bitcoin, or 10% of existing GBTC assets. This move allows GBTC shareholders to switch to the new fund without incurring capital gains tax. Grayscale's assets under management currently amount to approximately $19.6 billion.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1588489/000119312524094896/d807233dprer14c.htm
🔔 Pro-XRP Lawyer Seeks to Serve as Amicus Curiae for Coinbase Customers !
Pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton has requested to represent 4,701 Coinbase customers as a friend of the court in the exchange's legal battle against the SEC, fulfilling his pledge to support Coinbase customers.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://twitter.com/EleanorTerrett/status/1781430196228194446