XRP NFTs, popularly referred to as “nifties,” are on the rise thanks to ecosystem support, an increasing number of user-friendly marketplaces, and a committed community. Another catalyst for this growth can be attributed to the fact that the XRPL, the blockchain that XRP lives on, natively supports NFTs. Interest is...
The NFT space is such a fast moving and exciting space, but the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is proving to be an equally as exciting contender. Nevertheless, as we near 2025, it’s important to understand the XRP NFT ecosystem. This knowledge is essential for any veterans advocate looking to get into...
MiCA. The very name of it is a return to the bureaucratic nightmare. For artists and everyday users in Southeast Asia, that’s what it risks becoming—precisely because it has been so successful. Meanwhile, the EU is busy patting itself on the back for “regulating crypto.” In doing so, it is...
Paolo Ardoino, CTO of Tether, has previously voiced grave concerns over the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. He thinks it would have a big impact on the stablecoins, in particular, Tether. Ardoino is adamant that following European law would result in severe and irreparable harm. He even goes so far...
Europe is playing a dangerous game. While the intent behind the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation is laudable – protecting consumers and fostering a safe crypto environment – its current form, particularly concerning stablecoins like Tether (USDT), risks crippling the very innovation it seeks to safeguard. Paolo Ardoino, Tether's CEO,...
Now picture Anya, a young Balinese artist, diligently creating unique digital batik NFTs, dreaming of connecting her rich culture with a global audience. Web3 provides her with that opportunity, skipping the gatekeepers of conventional art galleries and connecting directly with a worldwide audience. Anya and many others like her all...
The SEC has recently dismissed its case against Ian Balina. Ultimately, this judicial decision seems better understood as a cautionary indication than a legal determination. We’re not just talking semantics here — we’re talking about a possible tectonic shift in how the U.S. regulates crypto. The vague official line is...
The landscape of cryptocurrency regulation is far from certain. These recent developments are cause for excitement. Recently, the SEC dropped its case against crypto influencer Ian Balina—a sign that the tides may be turning in the regulatory environment for crypto. Taken together, this sudden policy shift raises serious questions about...
Today the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it will no longer pursue its case against crypto promoter Ian Balina. This development marks another step away from large-scale enforcement actions against the crypto industry. This decision comes on the heels of a string of similarly adverse actions by the...
Claynosaurz jumping to Sui. Perhaps that’s creative genius, or maybe it’s typical NFT PFP proactivity pursuing the latest shiny thing. Let’s face it, the NFT space is filled with projects that said they would do everything under the sun and end up producing…nothing. We’ve experienced the hype, the FOMO, and...
