Ether ETFs on the move, Messi promotes memecoin, and more: Hodler’s Digest, July 7-13
VibcryptoVanEck and 21Shares submit updated Ether ETF filings, Goldman Sachs to launch tokenization products, and Messi promotes memecoin.
JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M series B
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek.
Ripple vs. SEC: Ripple’s landmark victory one year later
While challenges remain, Ripple's victory has set a precedent that could shape the future of the cryptocurrency industry for years to come.
Binance tax evasion verdict set for October
Binance's lawyer urged the judge to dismiss all charges, just as the charges against the detained executive were previously dropped, arguing that the case lacks substance.
German government offloads its final Bitcoin holdings
The German government officially has zero BTC left after weeks of dumping its reserves onto the market, keeping the price below $60,000.
Square-Enix backs blockchain-based football MMO ‘Soccerverse’
The game uses the Polygon blockchain and currently runs in most browsers.
Trading platform Abra purchased Valkyrie’s crypto trusts: Report
Abra purchased the trusts amid a settlement with 25 US state regulators connected to financial licensing violations.
Crypto hacks top $1.4B, MetaMask streamlines Web3 onboarding: Finance Redefined
Centralized exchanges are becoming the new ground zero for hackers, as shown by a 900% increase in losses year-over-year.
SEC drops investigation of Bitcoin Stacks developer Hiro — filing
This is the second crypto investigation the U.S. securities regulator dropped this week.
EU endorses relational blockchain initiative for sustainable solutions
The European Union has confirmed its collaboration with ChromaWay to develop blockchain-based sustainability solutions, focusing on Digital Product Passports and Intellectual Property Rights.