Author: NBTC

Almost every week lately, it seems there’s a new announcement that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has gone after yet another crypto company for alleged securities violations. And the crackdown doesn’t appear to be cooling down anytime soon. Here’s a handy running list to keep track of all crypto-related actions that the SEC has taken of late, including confirmed Wells Notices informing companies of impending enforcement action, reported inquiries, and a recap of some of the biggest lawsuits still in progress. Imminent Enforcement Ethereum Foundation Last week, previously redacted portions of a lawsuit filed by Ethereum software firm…

Silent Protocol, a leader in blockchain privacy technology, has announced its Ghost Layer, an innovative modular Layer 1.5 tailored for Ethereum (ETH), according to the information shared with Finbold on May 7. The new release aims to deliver compliant privacy enhancements to public blockchains, catering to individual and institutional clients alike. The launch also underscores Silent Protocol’s dedication to constructing a compliant and composable framework, allowing institutions to securely and privately leverage Ethereum. Ghost Layer 0VM technology By opening access channels to various execution layers, Ghost Layer allows for easy integration of existing applications into private workflows. It leverages a…

Originally published on Unchained.com.Unchained is the official US Collaborative Custody partner of Bitcoin Magazine and an integral sponsor of related content published through Bitcoin Magazine. For more information on services offered, custody products, and the relationship between Unchained and Bitcoin Magazine, please visit our website. If you’ve been using bitcoin for a while, you’ve probably noticed that some bitcoin addresses appear quite different from others. You may have also seen discussion around several acronyms beginning with “P2,” such as P2PKH or P2WSH. If you’re unfamiliar with what these acronyms mean, here we’ll look through all the standardized on-chain methods for…

Former US President Donald Trump has announced that his presidential campaign will now accept cryptocurrency donations. Trump made the announcement during a special event for holders of his “Mugshot Edition” non-fungible tokens (NFTs) at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Trump’s move highlights his ongoing engagement with cutting-edge technology and digital assets. In a broader context, this also marks a significant shift in political fundraising strategies and aligns with growing digital trends. From NFTs to Crypto: Trump’s Digital Campaign Trail The revelation came through a short video released by Frank DeGods, co-founder of the DeGods and y00ts projects. In the video,…

A mysterious Ethereum (ETH) whale has triggered marketwide commentary with the latest buy-up of the asset. According to data from the crypto analytics platform Lookonchain, the Ethereum whale withdrew a total of 6,030 ETH from Binance a few hours ago. This withdrawn Ethereum is worth approximately $18.09 million based on the price of the asset at the time the transaction was initiated. This particular whale has a very deep interest in Ethereum as he is long on the asset. Per his on-chain activities, this whale has bought a total of 10,758 ETH valued at $32.14 million from Binance since at…

Botanix Labs’ Spiderchain is designed to allow any application or smart contract running on an Ethereum layer to be in effect copied and pasted onto Bitcoin. Botanix Labs and Spiderchain are part of the movement to bring greater utility to the Bitcoin network, introducing elements such as smart-contract capabilities that are more commonly associated with Ethereum. Bitcoin development startup Botanix Labs said it raised $8.5 million toward building of layer-2 network Spiderchain, taking its total backing to $11.5 million after a $3 million pre-seed round last year. The most recent round included Polychain Capital, Placeholder Capital, Valor Equity Partners and…

VeChain, Ripple, and IOTA make efforts to take the lead in the Real World Asset tokenization market as Ripple partners with Axelar. VeChain doubled down on its activities to accelerate growth in all areas as it seals a partnership that would make VET a medium of exchange on Oobit. VeChain forces Ripple and IOTA into fierce competition as it makes an incredible mark in the world of Real-World Assets (RWA) with its supply chain solution. Having made a mark as a go-to platform for asset tokenization, the VeChain ecosystem, hosted on the VeChainThor blockchain, has transformed the industry with the…

Oklahoma has become the latest state to pass the Blockchain Basics Act, seeking to protect its citizens’ right to own, trade, and mine digital currencies. The Act recently sailed through both state legislature chambers (81-1 in the House of Representatives) and awaits Gov. Kevin Stitt’s signature. If assented by the Republican governor, it would take effect on November 1. The Blockchain Basics Act is a nationwide framework that lawmakers customize for their states, but the general provisions remain consistent. In Oklahoma, the initiative was led by Rep. Brian Hill (R-Mustang) in the lower house and state Sen. Bill Coleman (R-Ponca…

FTX Trading, commonly known as FTX.com, and its affiliated debtors have announced a major development in their bankruptcy proceedings. According to the newly filed Plan of Reorganization, 98% of FTX creditors are expected to receive at least 118% of their allowed claims in cash within 60 days of the plan’s effectiveness. The remaining creditors are set to receive 100% of their claims and additional compensation for the time value of their investments. FTX’s reorganization plan is subject to approval by the Bankruptcy Court, according to a press release published today. The plan, filed 17 months after FTX’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy…

MVL, one of the leading players in the mobility sector, has entered into a collaboration with PowerPod, a pioneer in decentralized energy grids. They dream of revolutionizing the Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) ecosystem. Through this landmark collaboration, they aim to reshape the essence of global mobility and energy infrastructure. 📢 MVL is thrilled to announce our partnership with @PowerPod_People, a DePIN project focused on building the decentralized Internet of Energy, connecting global EVs, charging stations, solar panels, and energy storage into a unified network.This collaboration marks a… pic.twitter.com/y5Cs6bJnoL — MVL (@mvlchain) May 7, 2024 Kay Woo and Ting Du…