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Thailand SEC Approves Tether’s USDT as an Official Cryptocurrency

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved Tether’s USD₮ as a recognised cryptocurrency, marking a significant milestone for the country’s digital asset market. Notably, the approval allows USD₮ to be traded on regulated exchanges and used for payments, strengthening Thailand’s position as a regional hub for digital asset adoption. The SEC’s updated regulations,…

March 10, 20250Comments

ByDaniel Nwokolo

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Gemini, Backed by Winklevoss Twins, Files for an IPO

Gemini, the Crypto Exchange Founded by the Winklevoss Twins, filed for a confidential Initial Public Offering (IPO) in the United States. This development marks a significant step forward for the exchange in bridging Traditional finance and Digital assets while providing an avenue for more liquidity in the Crypto market. Gemini's move positions the crypto firm…

March 10, 20250Comments

ByMichael Ndu-okeke

Markets News

FIFA President Mulls Possible FIFA Token, Eyes the US Market

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) President Gianni Infantino disclosed that the football body is considering launching its crypto token and leveraging the massive global market to promote its adoption. Infantino disclosed this at the White House Crypto Summit Last Friday, which was attended by US President Donald Trump and top crypto executives. “FIFA is…

March 10, 20250Comments

ByMichael Ndu-okeke

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The Economics of Solana Validators: Earnings, Costs, and Network Impact

Solana validators’ financial sustainability depends on commission rates, operational costs, and delegation trends, impacting decentralization.

March 9, 20250Comments

ByPeter Macharia

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Samson Mow Predicts Bitcoin Could Reach $1 Million by 2031

Samson Mow predicts Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2031, driven by U.S. support and global competition despite market volatility.

March 9, 20250Comments

ByPeter Macharia

Bitcoin News

White House Crypto Summit Turns Out to be a Snooze Fest, Disappoints Crypto Community

The much anticipated White House Crypto Summit occurred yesterday, grossly underperforming and disappointing the global crypto community. The event was a snooze-fest featuring no new information, sparking adverse reactions from the crypto community. Various reactions on X complained that the summit was bland, lacking substance and concrete outcomes. The Summit focused more on symbolic gestures,…

March 8, 20250Comments

ByMichael Ndu-okeke

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Tether Aids U.S. Secret Service in Freezing $23M Linked to Sanctioned Exchange Garantex

Tether, the largest stablecoin issuer company, announced its role in assisting the United States Secret Service (USSS) in freezing $23 million in illicit funds linked to transactions on the Russian-sanctioned cryptocurrency exchange, Garantex. In our previous article, authorities in the U.S., Germany, and Finland collaborated to shut down the exchange accused of laundering money for…

March 7, 20250Comments

ByDaniel Nwokolo

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Solana Co-Founder Anatoly Yakovenko Responds to Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Order

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko discusses Trump’s Bitcoin reserve order, calling for clearer crypto regulations while raising decentralization concerns.

March 7, 20250Comments

ByPeter Macharia

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Trump Clarifies Staffing Decisions, Limits Musk’s Authority in DOGE Overhaul

Trump clarifies staffing decisions within federal agencies, reducing Musk’s authority while DOGE faces backlash over rapid cuts and unverified savings.

March 7, 20250Comments

ByPeter Macharia

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Nasdaq Explores 24/7 Trading: Should Markets Ever Sleep?

Nasdaq is in discussions with regulators and market participants about implementing 24-hour, five-day-a-week trading on the Nasdaq Stock Market, with a potential launch in the second half of 2026. Notably, the initiative aims to expand investor access, accommodate global trading demand, and modernize market operations. Addressing Global Investment Demand The move towards extended trading hours…

March 7, 20250Comments

ByDaniel Nwokolo