PRESS RELEASE. LBank, leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has officially launched its “Spooky Season” Halloween Campaign, running from October 22 to November 3, 2024. With a total prize pool of $7,000 USDT, this festive event invites crypto enthusiasts to engage in a series of activities that celebrate the Halloween spirit while promoting visibility for participating projects. […]

The Zanzibar government has introduced a blockchain sandbox program to encourage entrepreneurship and technological advancements. The program, powered by the Xinfin XDC network and designed by Ledgerfi IT solutions, allows startups to safely test their blockchain-based solutions within the National Blockchain Network. Zanzibar’s sandbox follows a similar initiative in Tanzania, which aims to streamline regulations […]

A South African artificial intelligence association has accused Linkedin of violating local data privacy laws by using user data to train its AI models without explicit consent. The association has urged the country’s data regulator to investigate. Linkedin has however defended its practices, claiming users can opt out of AI training. The data regulator confirmed […]

Iranian Ambassador Kazem Jalali has urged BRICS nations to establish an independent financial and banking system, free from Western standards, which he claims harm Global South countries. Speaking ahead of the 16th BRICS Summit, Jalali emphasized the need for BRICS members to create their own financial mechanisms, offering fairer alternatives to Western-imposed regulations. Iranian Ambassador […]

A Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) official has emphasized the importance of high regulatory standards for crypto asset registrations. She defended the UK’s stringent rules, aiming to protect consumers and financial markets while fostering a competitive crypto sector. The regulator warned against relaxing standards, advocating instead for collaboration to build a secure foundation for sustainable innovation […]

Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan’s Democratic Party for the People, is advocating for significant cryptocurrency tax reforms ahead of the general election. His party proposes a 20% tax on crypto assets and aims to promote Japan as a web3 leader. The party also supports initiatives like increased leverage for crypto trading. Tamaki believes these changes […]