Russia
EU Set to Ban Russian Crypto Payments After ‘Sham’ Referenda; Hedge Fund Says Chinese Investors Could Snap Up Cryptos as Yuan Slides
The European Union will tighten restrictions on Russians’ crypto investments within the bloc as it seeks to respond to “sham” independence votes being held in Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine. Novum Alpha CEO says Chinese investors might snap up digital assets now as the yuan depreciates.
Binance’s Bid to Buy Voyager's Assets Complicated by National Security Concern: Sources
Binance’s attempt to purchase bankrupt lender Voyager Digital’s assets has been complicated by concerns the U.S. government would reject the transaction, according to sources. Plus, a closer look at why some U.S. and EU miners are staying put in Russia despite the war and sanctions.
Russia Reportedly Exploring Stablecoin Settlements; Poolin Suspends Withdrawals From Wallet Service
Russia is talking to several friendly countries about launching clearing platforms for cross-border settlements in stablecoins, according to a report from Russian news agency Tass. Bitcoin mining pool PoolinWallet is suspending all withdrawals as it tries to preserve assets and stabilize liquidity. Bitcoin may see another meteoric rally once the dormant supply metric has peaked.
Binance Froze a Wallet Related to Russian Gun Manufacturer
Crypto exchange Binance froze a wallet related to Vladislav Lobaev, a Russian gun manufacturer who raised funds for the country's troops in Ukraine, according to a Lobaev representative and blockchain data analysis. "The Hash" panel discusses the details.
Bitcoin Under $21K After Powell's Hawkish Remarks; Analysts Trim Price Targets for Argo Blockchain
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped following Fed Chair Jerome Powell's hawkish speech at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. H.C. Wainwright and Jefferies analysts slashed their price targets for Argo Blockchain after disappointing guidance from the bitcoin miner's quarterly results. The wife of Alexey Pertsev, the web developer arrested in Amsterdam over alleged ties to sanctioned crypto mixer Tornado Cash, dismissed speculation her husband had links to the Russian secret service.
Alleged Tornado Cash Developer Has No Ties to Russia Secret Service, Wife Says
The wife of Alexey Pertsev, the web developer arrested in Amsterdam over suspected ties to the Tornado Cash crypto mixing protocol, dismissed speculation that her husband had links to the Russian secret service. CoinDesk Regulatory Reporter Jack Schickler breaks down the latest developments.
