Data Analytics and AI Firm Raises $5 Billion, Has No Plans for an Imminent IPO
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Databricks, a data and AI company, is reportedly raising $5 billion in its latest funding round, aiming for a total of $8 billion, which could be the largest this year. Prioritizing Growth Over IPO Databricks, a San Francisco-based data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) company, is reportedly raising $5 billion in its latest funding round, […]

FBI Sting Reveals Bitcoin Scheme Behind Counterfeit Goods Network
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Alan Joseph, a Lancaster, Massachusetts man, was convicted on Nov. 22 for running an unlicensed business that converted cash into bitcoin to aid criminal activities, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) said on Tuesday. Between August 2020 and February 2021, Joseph conducted transactions, including a $25,000 cash-to-bitcoin exchange, for an undercover agent who claimed involvement […]

Russia Approves Crypto Tax Law, Redefining Digital Currency Rules
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Russia’s new crypto tax law classifies digital currencies as property, exempts mining from VAT, and mandates detailed reporting, signaling a seismic shift in regulation. Russia’s New Crypto Tax Rules Signal a Major Shift in Digital Currency Regulations The Federation Council, Russia’s upper house of parliament, approved a government-initiated bill outlining the taxation framework for digital […]

Ripple Drops $25M to Champion Crypto-Friendly Policies
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Ripple boosts Fairshake with another $25M, amplifying its push for crypto-friendly policies and challenging regulatory overreach to solidify its leadership in innovation advocacy. Ripple Doubles Down on Fairshake With Third $25M Contribution Ripple has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering innovation-friendly policies by contributing $25 million to Fairshake, a bipartisan Super PAC supporting pro-crypto candidates. CEO […]

Ethereum Explodes With 10% Gain—Is Altcoin Season About to Ignite?
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As bitcoin enjoyed a bit of a lift on Wednesday, ether (ETH) stole the spotlight by jumping more than 10% in just 24 hours. The second-largest cryptocurrency now claims over 13% of the $3.33 trillion total market cap. Ether’s $47B Volume Surge Sparks Wild Speculation—$7,500 Next? Bitcoin (BTC) gained 4.4% against the U.S. dollar in […]

Ripple Invests in XRP ETP as Crypto Demand Explodes Globally
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Ripple’s investment in the Bitwise Physical XRP exchange-traded product (ETP) underscores XRP’s rising prominence, driven by surging institutional demand. Ripple Invests in XRP’s Future With Bold Bet on Bitwise ETP Ripple announced its investment in the rebranded Bitwise Physical XRP exchange-traded product (ETP) on Wednesday, signaling its commitment to expanding access to XRP in institutional […]

FCA Prepares to Regulate Crypto as Awareness Climbs to 93%
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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reports growing awareness of cryptocurrency in the UK, now at 93%, alongside a rise in ownership, which has reached 12% of adults, up from 10%. The average crypto holdings have grown to £1,842, with most new investors relying on family and friends for information. Alarmingly, 10% of buyers admitted to […]