Crypto.com Capital announced Monday that it is expanding its $200 million Web 3 fund, and it has appointed Jon Russell, a former technology journalist based in Bangkok where he wrote for Tech Crunch and The Ken, as an Asia-based limited partner.Crypto.com Capital initially launched the fund in March 2021 with $200 million in capital, targeting seed and Series A deals in … [Read more...] about Crypto.com Capital Hires Jon Russell as LP, Hints at Expanding Fund Size
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Polymarket’s CFTC Fine Hints at DeFi Regulation Roadmap
“DeFi presents unique challenges to both builders and regulators, and Polymarket remains committed to working with regulators to ensure that the rules currently governing digital assets and DeFi are sufficiently clear, allow for innovation in the United States, and protect individuals’ interests and the integrity of U.S. markets,” Polymarket said in its statement. “We remain … [Read more...] about Polymarket’s CFTC Fine Hints at DeFi Regulation Roadmap
Ferrari’s new deal with blockchain firm Velas hints at NFTs
Italian luxury sports car manufacturer Ferrari is moving into the blockchain industry by inking a partnership with Swiss blockchain startup Velas Network.Ferrari officially announced Monday that it had signed a multi-year agreement with Velas to jointly issue “exclusive digital content” for the Scuderia’s fans. Velas will also be the main sponsor for Ferrari Esports Series, the … [Read more...] about Ferrari’s new deal with blockchain firm Velas hints at NFTs
CZ hints that France is in the running as the new Binance global headquarters
Binance boss Changpeng Zhao (CZ) said France stands out as a “natural choice” to locate a regional or even global headquarters.“France will be a natural choice for a regional, and even perhaps global, head office.”Speaking to the French financial media group Les Echos, CZ talked about the challenge of setting up physical locations – a move prompted by the global regulatory … [Read more...] about CZ hints that France is in the running as the new Binance global headquarters
Norway Considers Backing Swedish Crypto Mining Ban Proposal, Hints Minister
Norway is “currently considering potential policy measures” to address the “challenges related to crypto mining.” In this context, they are “looking at the solutions proposed by the Swedish regulators” with an eye on Europe-wide regulations, Gram said. Source link … [Read more...] about Norway Considers Backing Swedish Crypto Mining Ban Proposal, Hints Minister