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Kraken Chooses Wyoming: A Crypto Revolution in the Making?

Kraken Chooses Wyoming: A Crypto Revolution in the Making?

• Facts

Wyoming has always been proud of its pioneering spirit. Now, it is wading into the crypto space to continue blazing that trail! By passing a wave of crypto-friendly legislation, the state is making it clear that it wants to be a blockchain innovators’ safe haven. One cryptocurrency exchange, Kraken, has...

Kraken Relocates Global Headquarters to Wyoming Amid Crypto-Friendly Climate

Kraken Relocates Global Headquarters to Wyoming Amid Crypto-Friendly Climate

• Regulation

Kraken, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is relocating its international headquarters to Cheyenne, Wyoming. Wyoming is positioning itself as a center for crypto innovation and activity. This growth is spurred on by its favorable regulatory environment and the work of crypto champions such as Senator Cynthia Lummis. This...

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Kazakhstan's Solana Zone: Web3 Oasis or Regulatory Mirage?

Kazakhstan is stepping onto the Web3 stage in a big way with its Solana Economic Zone (SEZ KZ). This new initiative aims to make the UAE a regional blockchain hub. It will use Solana’s high-speed, low-cost blockchain to lure crypto firms from around the world and ignite tech innovation. At...

NFTs: Revolutionizing Art or Overhyped Trend? The Real Impact

The art world has long been centralized around gatekeeping elite galleries, powerful institutions and big name curators. It’s an unfortunate environment because it creates major hurdles for the artists who are trying to get heard. This entrenched network skews who rises to the top, pushing some of the most creative...

Crypto Casino Revenue Jumps Fivefold as Global Regulations Evolve

With explosive growth and increased regulation, these new players are making historic waves in the online gambling market. Gross gaming revenue from crypto-based platforms has skyrocketed to $81.4 billion in 2024, a fivefold increase since 2022. The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework, which does the same, will take...

Crypto Casinos in Canada: Are Regulations Coming in 2025?

Canada's online gambling landscape is evolving rapidly. Fast forward to April 2022 with the successful launch of iGaming Ontario, bringing third-party operators into the provincial market. These operators are required to register with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and enter market agreements with iGaming Ontario. This action...

Coinbase Goes EU-Wide: MiCA License Secured in Luxembourg!

Coinbase has received an official Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF). This pivotal move allows the cryptocurrency exchange to extend its services across all 27 member states of the European Union, potentially reaching a market of 450 million people. This license puts...

Coinbase Expands EU Reach with Landmark MiCA License

Coinbase has received final approval for a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from Luxembourg. This success will now enable the digital currency exchange to offer its services throughout all 27 member states of the European Union. This move, granted by Luxembourg's financial authorities, consolidates Coinbase's position in the European market...

Meme Coin Mania: The ONLY Profitable Crypto Sector in 2025?!

The crypto market in 2025 presents a fascinating paradox: while many sectors struggle, meme coins are experiencing a surge in interest and, surprisingly, profitability. Blockchain regulatory analyst Marcin Kowalczyk takes a deep dive to explain why this is happening. He evaluates the hazards and weighs both sides to determine if...

Europe's Crypto Crown: MiCA Fuels Boom as US Regulation Stalls

The global landscape of cryptocurrency regulation is rapidly evolving, with Europe emerging as a frontrunner thanks to its comprehensive Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. While the U.S. grapples with regulatory uncertainty, MiCA offers crypto businesses and investors a clear, unified pathway forward, potentially sparking a boom in the European crypto...