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ForkLog 22 10.06.2025

SEC Endorses Self-Custody of Assets as a Fundamental Right

The head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Paul Atkins, announced a new approach by the agency towards non-custodial cryptocurrency storage, describing this right as a “fundamental American value.” The statement was made on June 6th at the final roundtable of the cryptocurrency task force titled “DeFi and the American Spirit.” It marks […]

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ForkLog 47 06.06.2025

The Global South Leads the Charge in Cryptocurrency Adoption: Expert Insights

While Western regulators deliberate over the future of cryptocurrencies, Africa is already leveraging blockchain to tackle real-world issues. Kevin Imani, head of Africa Venture Studio at StarkWare, discussed this in The Clear Crypto Podcast. Local innovators are deploying the technology to enhance financial accessibility, energy, and communication. According to Imani, students and freelancers have become […]

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ForkLog 12 04.06.2025

OKX Report: AI and Blockchain to Unlock New Revenue Streams

Blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies are paving the way for new income-generating approaches across various industries. This is highlighted in a report by cryptocurrency exchange OKX and Blockworks Research, shared with ForkLog by the authors. The proliferation of decentralized applications and other crypto products is seen as a key growth driver, according to experts. “Most […]

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ForkLog 20 28.05.2025

Arrests Made in Three Countries Over Bitcoin Extortion Allegations

Over the past week, law enforcement agencies in the United States, South Korea, and France have detained individuals suspected of targeting cryptocurrency holders for extortion. New York, USA According to AP, on May 27, a 32-year-old cryptocurrency entrepreneur from Miami, William Duplessis, surrendered to New York police. He faces charges of kidnapping, assault, unlawful imprisonment, […]

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ForkLog 38 26.05.2025

Offline Threats: Kidnappings of Crypto Entrepreneurs and Security Measures

Incidents of kidnapping targeting crypto entrepreneurs have become more frequent worldwide, with criminals aiming to seize their digital assets. We explore the reasons behind this crime wave and how public figures are safeguarding themselves. Attacks in France According to data from Casa co-founder and CTO Jameson Lopp, at least six attacks on crypto entrepreneurs or […]

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ForkLog 159 23.05.2025

Trump’s Gala for TRUMP Token Holders Sparks Calls for Guest List Disclosure

Democrats have accused U.S. President Donald Trump of creating a channel for selling political influence through cryptocurrencies, reports The Block. The occasion was a private dinner for 220 major holders of the TRUMP meme coin, hosted by the president at his golf club in Virginia. Guests were served steak, halibut, and chocolate dessert, with posters […]

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ForkLog 9 22.05.2025

Cryptocurrency Adoption Predicted to Reach 11% by Year-End

The adoption rate of cryptocurrencies is set to rise this year from 7.41% to 11.02%. Reaching the 10-15% zone will accelerate the trend exponentially due to network effects and popularisation. Improved regulatory environment, increased interest from institutions and businesses, and favourable conditions will support audience growth at a pace comparable to the evolution of the […]

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ForkLog 30 19.05.2025

Criminals Target Families of Crypto Entrepreneurs

Executives of cryptocurrency firms are increasingly concerned about the rising number of attacks aimed at kidnapping and extorting digital assets, prompting them to hire bodyguards. This is reported by WSJ. On May 13, in the Paris district of Le Marais, the daughter of Paymium crypto exchange founder Pierre Noizat was attacked by three masked individuals. […]

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ForkLog 16 16.05.2025

The Ultimate Swamp Asset: The Economist’s Disillusionment with Cryptocurrencies

Digital assets, initially conceived as an apolitical tool, have become synonymous with bribery and greed, according to an article in The Economist. Cover of the article. Source: The Economist. The article was published under the headline “Cryptocurrency has become the ultimate swamp asset.” The authors noted that over the past few years, this new financial […]

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ForkLog 8 14.05.2025

Former Congressman Reveals Gensler’s Private Support for Cryptocurrencies

Former U.S. Congressman Patrick McHenry stated that ex-SEC Chairman SEC Gary Gensler privately exhibited a more balanced view on cryptocurrencies than in his public statements. He shared this on the Crypto In America podcast. ?SCOOP: @PatrickMcHenry reveals that former SEC chief Gary Gensler was not as anti-crypto in private as he was in public. “I […]

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ForkLog 34 14.05.2025

US Senators Urge Reassessment of Tax on Unrealized Crypto Gains

US Senators Cynthia Lummis and Bernie Moreno have called on the Treasury to exclude unrealized cryptocurrency gains from corporate tax calculations. Our edge in digital finance is at risk if U.S. companies are taxed more than foreign competitors. @berniemoreno & I urged the @USTreasury to lift an unintended tax burden on U.S. digital asset companies. […]

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ForkLog 5 13.05.2025

Arizona Governor Rejects ‘Risky’ Cryptocurrency Bills

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed two cryptocurrency-related bills, labeling them as ‘too risky’. The first rejected bill proposed the creation of a reserve fund from confiscated digital assets. Hobbs noted that she had already signed a law allowing the state to use cryptocurrency without risking the main budget. She stated that market volatility makes such […]

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