Algorand blasted over inaction on ongoing wallet drain hack

Ad ZachXBT blasted Algorand’s failure to “acknowledge” an ongoing wallet drain hack. The self-described “on-chain sleuth” said the Algrorand users had lost millions of dollars in the attack. Yet the project is continuing to drag its feet in helping those affected. “How about you clowns actually acknowledge the on-going attack stealing millions from community members…

Former Biden adviser urges development of digital dollar to ‘crowd out’ private crypto

Ad Former Joe Biden administration adviser Daleep Singh told the senate banking committee on Feb. 28 that developing a central bank digital currency — i.e., a digital dollar — would help safeguard national interest and supersede private cryptocurrencies. Singh formerly served as Deputy National Security Advisor for International Economics and Deputy Director of the National…

Coinbase spent $3.4M on lobbying in 2022, while FTX spent $720k

Ad Coinbase spent $3.4 million on lobbying activities in 2022, ranking second, while Binance US and FTX US ranked ninth and 13th, respectively, according to a recent report by Money Mongers. The exchange’s 2022 lobbying spend marks a 122% increase from 2021’s $1.52 million, according to the Money Mongers report. Binance U.S. grew its budget…

Huobi and KuCoin serve customers of sanctioned Russian banks: Politco

Ad Crypto exchanges Huobi and KuCoin continue to provide services to users of sanctioned Russian banks, according to a report from Politico on Feb. 24. The news publication cited a report from Inca Digital to that effect. Inca’s report specifically suggests that clients of sanctioned Russian banks can use bank-issued debit cards to transact on…

Rep. Tom Emmer introduces anti-CBDC bill

Latest Report The SEC vs. Paxos: A deep dive into the implications of the lawsuit and its effects on stablecoins The SEC’s notice to Paxos to stop minting BUSD could have longstanding implications on the crypto market. CryptoSlate’s new report explores the recent and potential consequences of enforcement action against Paxos. Andjela Radmilac · 4…

British MP Matt Hancock launches NFT charity project for Ukraine

Ad British MP Matt Hancock is continuing his mission to support blockchain technology through a new NFT collection called “From Ukrain with Love,” according to a statement given to CryptoSlate. From Ukraine with Love The NFT collection comprises works painted by Ukranian artist Oleg Mischenko before the war and will be sold at The NFT…

Turkey’s Nation Alliance set for crypto adoption

As the elections approach, Turkey’s political opposition group, the Nation Alliance, released its doctrine on Jan.30, which included 13 matters aimed at increasing crypto adoption in the region. The Alliance primarily aims to imply blockchain technology in various public services and bureaucratic processes, according to the doctrine. In the meantime, cryptocurrencies will also be regulated and…