1+ mon, 3+ week ago (274+ words) CTDG Dev Hub brings blockchain development into the open, uniting proposals and validator coordination under one transparent framework. Franklin Templeton has linked its Benji tokenization platform to the Canton Network, expanding institutional access to regulated onchain assets. The biotech company's pivot into digital assets marks one of the largest treasury financings to date, underscoring growing institutional demand for tokenized finance. DRW Holdings and Liberty City Ventures are reportedly exploring the creation of a Canton Network token treasury, signaling significant institutional backing for the blockchain. Bitwise's Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan says Solana's staking ETFs yield generation is a significant drawcard for institutional investors. The addition of SOL comes amid growing institutional interest in the Solana network, as the community positions it as the hub of internet capital markets. Plans for the new perpetual DEX come two months after a VanEck…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago (364+ words) Stay tuned for the latest news regarding Crypto.com with Cointelegraph. Crypto.com is a cryptocurrency exchange offering a range of services to help users purchase, sell and manage crypto assets. It also offers a mobile app and wallet. The platform provides a Visa card, allowing customers to spend cryptocurrency directly at regular shops. It also offers staking services. Stay informed on all the latest Crypto.com news with Cointelegraph. A $60,000 "battle royale" style trading competition is being held to appreciate traders" skills and consistency. Emirates and Crypto.com will work together to introduce crypto payments and launch promotional campaigns to boost adoption. The European exchange-traded product will hold CRO, the native token of Crypto.com's affiliated blockchain network, Cronos. The CFTC is considering probes on sports betting event contracts offered by Crypto.com weeks out from the popular Super…...

6+ mon, 3+ week ago (80+ words) Shane Molidor is the founder and CEO of Forgd, a token advisory and optimization platform that provides seamless access to essential tools for blockchain projects. US blockchain innovators urgently ... Shane Molidor is the founder and CEO of Forgd, a token advisory and optimization platform that provides seamless access to essential tools for blockchain projects. US blockchain innovators urgently require regulatory clarity and a modernized token-launch framework if the country's bid to lead the global crypto economy is to succeed....

6+ mon, 4+ week ago (314+ words) Sky proposed penalties on Maker tokenholders who are slow to upgrade to SKY tokens as the DeFi protocol pushes to finish its changeover. Sky's (formerly MakerDAO) use of externally owned ... Sky proposed penalties on Maker tokenholders who are slow to upgrade to SKY tokens as the DeFi protocol pushes to finish its changeover. ETH prices have tanked more than 14%, causing liquidations on decentralized finance lending platforms. Rune Christensen, the co-founder of Sky, says the ultimate goal is to turn MKR into a wrapper that represents 24,000 SKY. The proposal to buy back tokens with protocol revenues is intended as a new value accrual mechanism for tokenholders. Sky's (formerly MakerDAO) use of externally owned accounts (EOAs) to manage $756 million in USDC reserves raises questions about security and transparency. Four MKR whales constituted 98% of the voting power in favor of sticking with the…...

8+ mon, 5+ day ago (246+ words) Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast, straight talk on what crypto and blockchain do today, and what they're going to do tomorrow with Nathan Jeffay, Head of Media at StarkWare and Gareth Jenkinson ... The Clear Crypto Podcast Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast, straight talk on what crypto and blockchain do today, and what they're going to do tomorrow with Nathan Jeffay, Head of Media at StarkWare and Gareth Jenkinson, Head of Multimedia at Cointelegraph. This podcast is edited and produced by Tonal Media. Beyond the hype: How Bitcoin stays true to its values Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast, tune in co-hosts Nathan Jeffay (StarkWare) and Gareth Jenkinson (Cointelegraph) with guest Charlie Spears (Blockspace Media) as they dive into Bitcoin culture, transaction times as a feature, scaling solutions, mining, Tornado Cash ban lift, Tether's US securities buy, Solana ETF…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (154+ words) Yohan Yun is a multimedia journalist covering blockchain since 2017. He has contributed to crypto media outlet Forkast as an editor and has covered Asian tech stories as an assistant reporter for Bloomberg BNA and Forbes. He spends his free time cooking, and experimenting with new recipes. Aaron Wood is an editor at Cointelegraph, with a background in energy and economics. He keeps an eye on Blockchain's applications in building smarter and more equitable energy access globally. Yohan Yun is a multimedia journalist covering blockchain since 2017. He has contributed to crypto media outlet Forkast as an editor and has covered Asian tech stories as an assistant reporter for Bloomberg BNA and Forbes. He spends his free time cooking, and experimenting with new recipes. Aaron Wood is an editor at Cointelegraph, with a background in energy and economics. He keeps an eye…...

2+ mon, 5+ day ago (120+ words) David and Daniil Liberman are the creators of Gonka, a PoW decentralized AI compute network. Los Angeles-based futurists, serial entrepreneurs, investors and former directors of product at Snap, the brothers have been building products at the intersection of AI and distributed computing since 2005. David and Daniil Liberman are the creators of Gonka, a PoW decentralized AI compute network. Los Angeles-based futurists, serial entrepreneurs, investors and former directors of product at Snap, the brothers have been building products at the intersection of AI and distributed computing since 2005. Bitcoin's proof-of-work drove hardware innovation from GPUs to ASICs that are 100,000x more efficient. AI networks need the same competitive incentives. by Daniil and David Liberman...

8+ mon, 2+ day ago (465+ words) The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has fined Football Pools Limited "375,000 after breaches of anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility (SR) rules." The UK Gambling Commission (UKGC) has fined Football Pools Limited "375,000 after breaches of anti-money laundering (AML) and social responsibility (SR) rules. AML has been a recurring theme in the UKGC's recent activity. The regulator recently highlighted that operators should be vigilant as more payment providers start to accept digital currencies, despite the country having no regulated crypto sportsbooks The latest enforcement comes after an investigation of issues that occurred between September 2022 and August 2023 involving Football Pools' remote betting operations. The regulator has made it clear that traditional pool betting was not impacted. According to the Commission, the company "failed to comply with paragraphs 2 and 3 of Licence Condition 12.1.1," the section that mandates appropriate and effective money laundering controls. Football Pools…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (457+ words) Lottery courier company Jackpocket has ceased operations in New Mexico, after a legal opinion from Attorney General Ra'l Torrez declared its activities to violate state rules and regulations. Torrez found that Jackpocket's services constitute iGaming. His findings stated: "The Jackpocket app constitutes internet gaming. Consequently, its use within the State of New Mexico triggers the Indian Gaming Compact's requirement that the State reopen good faith negotiations with the Tribes to evaluate the impact, if any, of internet gaming and consider adjustments to the Compact." Further to potential violations of the gaming compact, the Attorney General outlined several alleged breaches of state law. Jackpocket was found to be reselling lottery tickets at a markup without proper authorization, in contravention of Section 6-24-15(A) of the New Mexico Lottery Act. "Jackpocket's operations potentially run afoul of New Mexico law prohibiting any person from directly…...

7+ mon, 1+ week ago (463+ words) Arizona has issued cease-and-desist letters to six unlicensed gambling companies to stop their operations in the state The Arizona Department of Gaming (ADG) sent cease-and-desist letters to a range of unlicensed gambling operators, including sweepstakes casinos and unlicensed sportsbooks. "Illegal gaming'no matter the platform or format'has no place in Arizona," said ADG Director'Jackie Johnson. "Whether it's sweepstakes, online casino-style games, or unauthorized sports betting, if an operation exists outside of the state's legal and regulatory framework, we are prepared to take enforcement action." The ADG claims that the platforms are offering illegal gambling and potential money laundering. The state also warned residents earlier this month about a surge in fake casinos posing as licensed operators. A reminder was added when announcing the cease-and-desist letters, "As illegal online gaming activity continues to rise, the ADG urges all residents and visitors to…...