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The Unchained Web Daily #121

Alexandros Dolgov CBA? (Study/Bitcoin)

发布日期: 2023年8月16日

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PayPal UK to halt Bitcoin purchases until early 2024

PayPal is temporarily stopping cryptocurrency purchases for its UK customers due to new regulations from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Existing crypto holders can still keep and sell their assets on the platform at no charge. The pause begins on Oct 1, 2023, with plans to resume crypto purchases in early 2024. This move follows PayPal's recent launch of the PayPal USD stablecoin and its emergence as a crypto-friendly platform. The FCA's new rules require crypto firms to fulfill additional steps before clients can buy cryptocurrency. Click here for more.

Ledger Adds PayPal as On-Ramp for Bitcoin, Ethereum Purchases

Hardware crypto wallet provider Ledger has partnered with PayPal to offer an on-ramp solution for cryptocurrency purchases. Users of Ledger Wallets can now use their PayPal accounts to buy cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, and Litecoin, with the acquired assets directly transferred to their Ledger wallets. The integration aims to combine user-friendly convenience with enhanced security. Previously, Ledger users had options like MoonPay and Coinify, but the inclusion of PayPal is a significant step. The collaboration is expected to bring additional features in the future. This move showcases PayPal's continued expansion in the cryptocurrency space, including the recent introduction of the PayPal USD stablecoin. Click here for more.

'Greenwashing': Gitcoin, Shell Sponsorship Draws Fire From Crypto Pundits

Open-source funding platform Gitcoin has sparked controversy by partnering with fossil fuel company Shell for a year-long collaboration. The partnership involves Shell donating $500,000 to Gitcoin's Grant Program and sponsoring a hackathon. While Gitcoin co-founder Kevin Owokci acknowledged the brand damage and backlash due to Shell's association with climate issues, he highlighted the importance of funding public goods projects. Critics, including Ethereum developers, raised concerns about greenwashing and perceived misalignment with ethical values. Gitcoin's executive director, Kyle Weiss, admitted mistakes in the partnership's execution and clarified that recipients could decline the funding. The debate underscores the challenge of funding open-source projects while maintaining ethical considerations. Click here for more.

Silvergate CEO Departs With Benefits as Bank Shutdown Continues

The CEO of Silvergate, Alan Lane, and the Chief Legal Officer, John Bonino, have left the company as part of the ongoing process of winding down the operations of the once crypto-friendly bank. Silvergate had entered voluntary liquidation in March. Their departures come after Silvergate had already reduced its workforce to a skeleton crew, with 230 employees laid off in May. The Chief Financial Officer, Antonio Martino, is set to depart on September 30. The bank was known for serving prominent cryptocurrency players like Coinbase and Gemini. The principal executive officer remaining at Silvergate is Kathleen Fraher, who has been with the bank for 17 years. Click here for more.

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Abu Dhabi grants virtual asset firm M2 permission to offer crypto services

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has granted financial services permission to virtual asset firm M2, allowing them to operate a multilateral trading facility from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital. The regulatory approval will enable institutional and retail clients in the UAE to buy, sell, and custody virtual assets like Bitcoin and Ether. The M2 platform, set to launch later in 2023, aims to establish high levels of trust, security, and integrity in the virtual asset class. The platform will also offer the ability to buy cryptocurrencies using fiat money and access derivatives and yield services. The ADGM has been attracting cryptocurrency-related businesses through its regulatory framework since 2018. Click here for more.

FBI seizes almost $2M of crypto assets in 3 months

According to a public filing from the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the agency seized approximately $1.7 million worth of digital assets between March and May. The seized assets include $147,000 in Bitcoin, $800,000 in Ether, $307,000 in Tether, $469,000 in Dai, and $20,000 in Monero. These assets were confiscated from various sources, including Binance exchange wallets. The FBI emphasized that the seizures were due to breaches in federal regulations. The agency has been warning the crypto community about various scams and fraudulent activities, including NFT-related scams, phishing, social media hijacking, and fake crypto job advertisements. Click here for more.

Bitcoin-friendly El Salvador sees bond returns soar to 70% in 2023

El Salvador, which adopted Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, has seen its dollar bond perform exceptionally well in 2023, delivering a 70% return. This impressive rally has attracted interest from institutional giants like JP Morgan, Eaton Vance, and PGIM Fixed Income, among others. The country's bonds are being viewed positively by investors, signaling support for El Salvador's financial policies. This success contrasts with initial doubts and criticism after the Bitcoin adoption. The country's ability to pay off an $800 million debt earlier this year and its passing of a crypto bill have boosted investor confidence in its bonds. Click here for more.

Uzbekistan permits two banks to issue crypto cards

Uzbekistan's private banks, Kapital Bank and Ravnaq Bank, have gained approval from the National Agency for Perspective Projects (NAPP) to participate in the country's digital sandbox for crypto regulation. These banks will issue plastic crypto cards named UzNEX, integrated with a bank account, access to a crypto exchange, and an automated exchange mechanism. The cards will be powered by Mastercard. The deadline for customer rollouts of these crypto cards from both banks is set for the end of December 2023. These banks are among the three registered participants in Uzbekistan's national digital sandbox. The country's regulatory approach to crypto was initiated by a presidential decree in 2022 to oversee the digital assets industry. Click here for more.