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Russia Bans WhiteBIT, Deeming Crypto Exchange 'Undesirable' Over Ukraine Support

Russia has banned the cryptocurrency exchange WhiteBIT, labeling it as "undesirable" due to its support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. The decision reflects Russia's increasing scrutiny of foreign entities perceived to back Ukraine. WhiteBIT, which is based in Ukraine, has been involved in various initiatives to support the Ukrainian government and military. This ban is part of a broader trend of Russia targeting organizations that it views as opposing its interests in the region. The move may further isolate Russia from the global cryptocurrency market.

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Avalanche Gets First US ETF As VanEck Debuts AVAX Fund

VanEck has launched the first U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) focused on Avalanche (AVAX), marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency. The new fund aims to provide investors with exposure to Avalanche's blockchain technology and its ecosystem. This development reflects growing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies and the desire

Gen Z Is Betting Big on Prediction Markets—Literally

Gen Z is increasingly engaging with prediction markets, platforms that allow users to bet on the outcomes of various events, from sports to politics. This demographic is drawn to the potential for high returns and the interactive nature of these markets. The rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) has further fueled

Deus X CEO Tim Grant: We aren't replacing finance; we're integrating it

Deus X CEO Tim Grant emphasized that the company is not aiming to replace traditional finance but rather to integrate it with blockchain technology. He highlighted the importance of collaboration between the two sectors to enhance financial services. Grant believes that by leveraging decentralized finance (DeFi), traditional financial institutions can

Macro fears mask Ethereum’s momentum, SharpLink CEO says

Ethereum is experiencing significant momentum despite broader macroeconomic fears, according to SharpLink CEO. He highlights that while concerns about inflation and interest rates persist, Ethereum's fundamentals remain strong, driven by growing adoption and advancements in decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The CEO emphasizes that these developments

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Avalanche Gets First US ETF As VanEck Debuts AVAX Fund

Gen Z Is Betting Big on Prediction Markets—Literally

Deus X CEO Tim Grant: We aren't replacing finance; we're integrating it

Macro fears mask Ethereum’s momentum, SharpLink CEO says