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CoinDCX’s BitOasis receives full crypto license in Dubai
BitOasis received a full VASP license, marking the final step in its VARA licensing process and allowing for a range of crypto trading services.
Australian fintech landscape shrinks, blockchain, crypto takes 14% hit
Over 7% of Australian fintechs closed in 2024, with blockchain firms leading the decline, a KPMG report has revealed.
Poland arrests ex-CEO of Russian crypto exchange WEX for US extradition: Report
The former crypto executive was previously arrested in Poland in 2021 over related matters but was released after 40 days.
BTC hits $100K, Trump taps Paul Atkins for SEC chair, and more: Hodler’s Digest, Dec. 1 – 7
This week Bitcoin reached $100,000 for the first time ever, Trump nominates pro-crypto Paul Atkins to replace Gary Gensler: Hodler’s Digest
Bitcoin can separate money and state — David Sacks
Sacks also highlighted Bitcoin’s portability as a major feature of the crypto that makes it an attractive option during social turmoil.
Telegram founder Pavel Durov questioned in Paris court for first time: Report
Durov said that he “trusts the French justice” system but refused to elaborate on the legal proceedings.
FSOC warns stablecoins remain a 'potential risk' to financial stability
In its 2024 annual report, the FSOC said that stablecoins are “acutely vulnerable to runs absent appropriate risk management standards.”
Czech gov’t moves to exempt crypto held for 3+ years from being taxed
The prime minister said Czech residents would not have to report crypto transactions under $4,200 per year or pay taxes for selling digital assets held for more than three years.
Trump’s BTC reserve plan would be a ‘bad deal‘ — Ex-NY Fed president
Bill Dudley joined others in suggesting the only purpose of a US government Bitcoin reserve would be to reward Trump’s crypto supporters.