Gemini Introduces A Non-US Crypto Derivatives Platform
The move follows similar remarks from Coinbase, which is expected to launch its own offshore derivatives exchange this week.
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Tor To Implement Proof Of Work Client Puzzle To Mitigate DoS Attacks
The proposal introduces a proof of work system used to identify and verify genuine users. A complimentary draft proposal also might introduce "Res tokens" for further DoS attack resistance.
Tornado Cash Developer Alexey Pertsev Freed Pending Trial
The developer was held without a bail up until this point for maintaining free and open source software.
Coinbase Gets Bermuda License, Plans To Launch Offshore Derivatives Exchange
"Coinbase has received a license to operate in the off-shore haven of Bermuda, signaling that the company is doubling-down on plans to increase its international business at a time when U.S. regulators have become hostile to the crypto industry."
Mullvad VPN Was A Subject To A Search Warrant, No Customer Data Found
"The National Operations Department (NOA) of the Swedish police has visited Mullvad VPN with a search warrant, with the intention to seize computers with customer data. No customer data was compromised."
EU Parliament Passes FATFs Travel Rule & MiCA Licensing Regulations
The legislation defines categories, registration and disclosure requirements for crypto projects and provides a strict AML framework and compliance requirements for custodial institutions and services. Non-custodial wallets and services as well as regular wallets are exempt.
PSA: Upgrade Your LUKS Key Derivation Function
"People who installed their systems with your encryption defaults several years ago are now much less secure than people who perform a fresh install today."
Coinbase Threatens To Move Its Base Outside US, Cites Lack of Regulatory Clarity
Coinbase may consider moving its headquarters outside the US unless the country changes its approach to regulation.
Former National Security Council Chief of Cybersecurity on Censoring Bitcoin
Investment analyst Lyn Alden took to Nostr to share her takeaways from a recent small Princeton event that took place last week.
Michael Saylor's Rationale Behind MicroStrategy Lightning Email Addresses
MicroStrategy has integrated all company emails with Bitcoin Lightning addresses.
Apple's iOS 17 Might Set The Stage For Sideloading Apps on iPhone
Historically, Apple executives have staunchly opposed sideloading citing privacy and security reasons.
Intel Discontinues Bitcoin Mining Chip Series Amid A Cost-Cutting Spree
The company announced the end of life of its first-gen Blockscale 1000-series chips without announcing any follow-up generations of the chips.