Weekly Crypto Regulation Roundup: CZ Pardon Talks Gain Momentum as States Advance Crypto Policy

Catizen Hits Major Milestones with Business Model Upgrade and Expands Leadership in Telegram App Development

Massive Scam or Stablecoin? Cyber Capital Founder’s Damning Evidence Against Tether’s $118 Billion

Justin Bons, founder of Cyber Capital, has accused Tether of being a massive fraud, claiming it has not provided any legitimate proof of reserves or undergone a proper audit since 2021. Bons warns that Tether’s lack of transparency and its connections to controversial figures and activities pose a significant risk to the entire crypto market.

Shocking 20% Hike in Norwegian Electricity Bills After Bitcoin Mine Closure – Why?

Hadsel, Norway, faces a 20% increase in electricity costs after shutting down the Stokmarknes Datasenter Bitcoin mining facility, which previously consumed a significant amount of local power. The closure, driven by noise complaints, has left Noranett to pass the financial burden onto residents, highlighting tensions between local concerns and the economic benefits of Bitcoin mining.

Meta’s AI Training Resumes in UK After ICO Deal, Users Can Opt Out

Meta has resumed AI training in the U.K., using public content from Facebook and Instagram after resolving privacy concerns with regulators. The company assures users that private messages and data from those under 18 are excluded, though some still worry about privacy and AI's growing role.

China’s Latest Move Targets AI Content with Strict Labelling Rules – Will It Work?

China's new regulations require digital platforms to clearly label all AI-generated content, including text, images, videos, and audio files. The rules mandate visible logos and metadata, voice prompts for audio, and user identification for AI-generated posts to enhance transparency and prevent misinformation.

USDC to Become Primary Token on Soneium Blockchain in Major Sony-Circle Deal

Circle and Sony Block Solutions Labs are partnering to make USDC the primary transaction token on the new Soneium blockchain. This collaboration aims to enhance digital transactions and create innovative opportunities in the Web3 space, with Soneium set to launch its mainnet in 2025.

DeltaPrime Falls Victim to $6M Exploit Amidst Private Key Compromise, Source of Breach Under Investigation

DeltaPrime, a DeFi protocol on Arbitrum, lost $6 million in suspicious transactions. The source of the compromised private key is still under investigation amidst alleged links to North Korean hackers adding complexity to the ongoing investigation.

Crypto Giants Binance and KuCoin Support Vietnam Typhoon Relief with Airdrop Initiative Amidst Rising Death Toll

As Typhoon Yagi ravages Vietnam, Binance and KuCoin are stepping up with token airdrops to offer relief. With the death toll over 350 and widespread damage, these airdrops aim to deliver crucial support to affected communities.

Donald Trump’s Sons Launch New Crypto Project World Liberty Financial With 70% Equity Stake: What’s the Big Deal?

Donald Trump and his family are launching a cryptocurrency project called World Liberty Financial, with the Trump family holding a 70% stake. Despite initial excitement, details about the platform are unclear, and there are concerns about its feasibility and transparency.

TOKEN2049 to Showcase New Innovations, Including Scannit, a Decentralised App Rewarding Users with Tokens for Data Ownership

Scannit plans to launch its financial management app beta after TOKEN2049, allowing users to track spending and earn SCAN tokens for sharing data. Its "Scan-to-Earn" feature rewards users for uploading transaction data, enhancing financial control.