Explore the latest in blockchain as BIMTECH introduces BIMCOIN, a campus currency, and xPortal acquires Alphalink to enhance AI and crypto integration. Additionally, discover how Malaysia's cryptocurrency policy is driving fintech innovation.

Sources:

https://www.apnnews.com/bimtech-becomes-indias-first-business-management-institute-to-launch-bimcoin-a-blockchain-based-campus-currency-driving-fintech-innovation/

https://ffnews.com/newsarticle/cryptocurrency/xportal-acquires-alphalink-to-drive-innovation-at-the-intersection-of-ai-and-crypto/

https://fintechnews.my/47746/blockchain/malaysia-cryptocurrency-policy-future-anwar/

In this episode, we explore Coinbase's legal efforts to clarify cryptocurrency regulations, the implications of Gary Gensler's resignation on U.S. crypto policy, and the market's reaction to the SEC's new digital asset rule. Additionally, we discuss Brian Moynihan's insights on the potential for big banks to adopt crypto payments.

Sources:

https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/coinbase-asks-court-to-clear-away-cloud-over-cryptocurrency-market/

https://thecurrencyanalytics.com/events/gary-gensler-steps-down-shaping-the-future-of-u-s-crypto-regulation-156566

https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/bitcoin-surges-as-secs-new-digital-asset-rule-fuels-market-optimism/

https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-adoption-banking-regulatory-approval/

Explore the latest developments in the crypto world as OKX Ventures supports DuckChain's Web3 integration, XRP Ledger sees significant trading volume, and Circle acquires Hashnote. Discover how Crypto.com and Deribit are expanding their reach, and learn about Bitcoin's institutional growth milestone.

Sources:

https://blockchain.news/news/okx-ventures-backs-duckchain-enhance-telegram-web3-integration

https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/01/22/xrp-ledger-processed-3b-in-trades-in-2024-but-omni-cto-expects-1000x-surge-with-bank-adoption/

https://www.pymnts.com/cryptocurrency/2025/circle-acquires-usyc-stablecoin-issuer-hashnote/

https://www.financemagnates.com/cryptocurrency/cryptocom-targets-corporations-launches-institutional-exchange-in-the-us/

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/01/22/deribits-crypto-trading-volume-nearly-doubled-to-over-1-t-in-2024

https://www.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/bitcoins-institutional-era-hits-epic-3000000-btc-milestone-3822866

https://u.today/bitcoins-institutional-era-hits-epic-3000000-btc-milestone

Explore the latest in crypto investment as Fineqia partners with Wave Digital Assets, Rumble launches a $20 million Bitcoin strategy, and Utah proposes a bill to invest public funds in crypto. Plus, insights on Coinbase CEO's predictions and Ovoro's new AI-powered trading platform.

Sources:

https://www.stocktitan.net/news/FNQQF/fineqia-ag-announces-the-appointment-of-wave-digital-assets-as-mozx0rrlg8k7.html

https://crypto.news/rumble-starts-buying-bitcoin-as-part-of-20m-btc-strategy/

https://decrypt.co/301995/utah-proposes-bill-to-invest-public-funds-in-crypto

https://qz.com/trump-cryptocurrency-investment-coinbase-armstrong-1851743489

https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/trump-effect-on-crypto-undeniable-will-lure-investment-coinbase-ceo-says-at-davos-3821678

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-effect-crypto-undeniable-lure-123213404.html

https://www.aol.com/news/trump-effect-crypto-undeniable-lure-123213160.html

https://ffnews.com/newsarticle/cryptocurrency/ovoro-launches-ai-powered-crypto-trading-platform-to-make-buying-and-selling-cryptocurrency-easy-and-safe-with-just-one-click/

Explore the latest in blockchain advancements as Dubai plans the world's first 17-storey Crypto Tower. Discover collaborations like CoinW and Alibaba Cloud's Web3 initiatives, Uniswap Foundation's DeFi explorations, and HeLa Space's partnership with Funton.ai in Web3 gaming. Plus, learn about Quantum Blockchain Technologies' AI Oracle for Bitcoin mining.

Sources:

https://bitcoinist.com/dubai-to-build-worlds-first-17-storey-crypto-tower-for-blockchain-innovators/

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/16/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/coinw-and-alibaba-cloud-collaborate-for-web3-innovation-at-alibaba-cloud-web3-cloud-day/2039582

https://blockchain.news/flashnews/uniswap-foundation-releases-doppler-and-explores-defi-innovations

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/hela-space-and-funton-ai-partner-to-transform-web3-gaming

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/quantum-blockchain-technologies-introduces-ai-oracle-for-efficient-bitcoin-mining

This episode covers significant developments in the crypto world, including new leadership at the SEC under Trump, US Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott's focus on crypto regulation, South Korea's investigation into Upbit for anti-money laundering breaches, and Thailand's exploration of Bitcoin ETFs and regulatory enforcement.

Sources:

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/01/15/trump-sec-leadership-crypto-regulations/77727460007/

https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-regulation-agenda-tim-scott/

https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/01/16/south-koreas-upbit-under-investigation-for-anti-money-laundering-breaches-heavy-sanctions-loom/

https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/thailands-crypto-revolution-exploring-bitcoin-etfs-and-enforcing-regulations/

This episode covers a range of significant developments in the crypto world, including VivoPower's substantial investment in crypto mining, Intesa Sanpaolo's pioneering Bitcoin investment, and the US Supreme Court's decision on Binance's appeal. We also discuss the surge of REM Token on MEXC and the challenges faced by crypto hedge funds.

Sources:

https://www.stocktitan.net/news/VVPR/vivo-power-s-caret-digital-secures-cad-140m-definitive-binding-sgr5q5oi0evw.html

https://nftevening.com/italian-banking-giant-embraces-crypto-with-bitcoin-purchase/

https://bitcoinist.com/us-supreme-court-rejects-binances-appeal-in-revived-crypto-investors-lawsuit/

https://en.cryptonomist.ch/2025/01/14/rem-token-surges-on-mexc-real-estate-platform-brings-property-investment-to-web3/

https://www.investmentexecutive.com/news/from-the-regulators/crypto-hedge-funds-hampered-by-timid-bankers-report/

https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/microstrategy-stock-drops-amid-slide-in-crypto-bitcoin-holdings-increase-to-450-thousand-93CH-3809577

Explore the latest in crypto finance as Hankey Group launches a Bitcoin lending program and Meta shareholders propose adding Bitcoin to the corporate treasury. Discover Standard Chartered's new crypto services in Europe and Everything Blockchain Inc.'s financial strengthening. Plus, SEED's investment from Sui Foundation aims to build a massive Web3 gaming ecosystem.

Sources:

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250110935869/en/Hankey-Group-Through-its-Hankey-Capital-Westlake-Financial-and-Midway-Subsidiaries-Launch-Bitcoin-Crypto-Lending-Program

https://zycrypto.com/meta-shareholders-propose-adding-bitcoin-to-corporate-treasury/

https://thepaypers.com/online-mobile-banking/standard-chartered-launches-crypto-services-in-europe--1271687

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/10/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/everything-blockchain-inc-resolves-toxic-convertible-notes-strengthening-financial-position/2036674

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/seed-secures-investment-from-sui-foundation-to-build-a-100m-user-web3-gaming-ecosystem-on-sui-1034213368

Explore the latest advancements in crypto staking with Keynode's new offerings, L2scan's partnership with AltLayer, and Atua AI's use of Ripple XRP for blockchain AI innovation. Discover how Agentlauncher is transforming AI and crypto project launches in Web3, and learn about the Hunters of Web3's collaboration with Wilder World.

Sources:

https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/keynode-launches-new-innovations-to-simplify-crypto-staking-for-all-investors-1034204911

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/redefining-blockchain-innovation-l2scan-partners-with-altlayer

https://techbullion.com/atua-ai-tua-leverages-ripple-xrp-for-next-level-blockchain-ai-innovation/

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/agentlauncher-transforming-ai-crypto-project-launches-in-web3

https://www.cointrust.com/market-news/forging-new-frontiers-hunters-of-web3-partners-with-wilder-world

This episode covers significant developments in the crypto industry, including HashKey's VASP approval in Ireland, the first MiCA licenses in the Netherlands, and the Czech National Bank's consideration of Bitcoin for reserve diversification. We also discuss the resignation of US CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam and South Korea's new stance on corporate crypto investments.

Sources:

https://bitcoinist.com/asia-crypto-firm-hashkey-vasp-approval-in-ireland/

https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/four-crypto-firms-obtain-first-mica-licenses-in-the-netherlands-signaling-new-eu-regulatory-phase

https://cryptoslate.com/czech-national-bank-considers-bitcoin-for-reserve-diversification/

https://news.shib.io/2025/01/08/us-cftc-chair-rostin-behnam-resigns-calls-for-tighter-crypto-rules/

https://www.cryptoninjas.net/news/south-korea-opens-doors-to-corporate-crypto-investments/