AngelList and CoinList Launch Crypto-Focused Investment Vehicles
AngelList and CoinList partner to launch crypto-specific investment vehicles, enabling founders to raise capital using crypto coins and stablecoins.
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Avara Secures $31 Million in Funding to Advance Decentralized Social Network Protocol Lens
Avara raises $31 million to develop Lens, a decentralized protocol aiming to revolutionize social and consumer apps by putting users in control of their identity and content.
Bitcoin ATM Operator Byte Federal Discloses Massive Data Breach Affecting 58,000 Customers
Byte Federal, a leading Bitcoin ATM operator, reveals a data breach exposing sensitive customer information, including names, addresses, and Social Security numbers.
Chainalysis Co-Founder Michael Gronager Exits Company Permanently, Jonathan Levin Takes Over as CEO
Chainalysis co-founder Michael Gronager departs permanently, with Jonathan Levin taking over as CEO, maintaining his CSO role, and focusing on growth and government clients.
Crypto Industry Groups Sue IRS Over DeFi Reporting Regulations
Three crypto industry groups are suing the IRS to block new regulations requiring DeFi entities to report customer information, citing privacy concerns and potential offshore push.
Kenya Takes Step Towards Cryptocurrency Regulation with New Bill and Policy
Kenya's National Treasury opens public consultation on new bill and policy to regulate cryptocurrencies and virtual asset companies, following IMF warnings on lack of regulation.
MoviePass Explores Web3 Integration, Raising Questions About Its Future
MoviePass surveys customers about web3 interest, sparking concerns about its relaunch strategy and potential pivot to blockchain technology
Neverless Aims to Simplify Crypto Trading with Focus on Small-Cap Tokens
New crypto startup Neverless, founded by former Revolut executives, offers a user-friendly app for trading over 400 crypto tokens, including meme coins and low-volume tokens, with competitive fees and no hidden charges.
Nigeria and South Africa Lead Global Crypto Ownership, New Report Reveals
A recent survey by Consensys highlights Nigeria and South Africa as having the highest crypto ownership rates globally, with Africa making notable progress in crypto adoption.