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November 2022

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Russia plans launch of national crypto exchange

Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

November 2022

FastForkast headlines

Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

November 2022

FastForkast headlines

Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

November 2022

Vitalik Buterin says he used Tornado Cash to donate to Ukraine

Amid debate over the U.S. Treasury Department’s banning of the crypto mixer, the Ethereum cofounder said he used the service to protect recipients.

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Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

November 2022

FastForkast headlines

Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

November 2022

Terra embezzlement alleged; RBI reiterates crypto warning

A Terra employee has been accused of embezzlement. Meanwhile, a crypto mining farm has been found in Russia’s oldest prison.

To stay relevant, crypto regulations need to evolve, decentralize: Crypto Rising

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has shown that cryptocurrency regulations need to expand beyond the jurisdiction of a single government and blockchain technology can help with that, said panelists at ‘Crypto Rising,’ a series of virtual monthly events organized by Forkast.

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Markets: Bitcoin, Ether rise amid positive inflation data, despite reports of Russian missile strikes in Poland

Russia uncovers a crypto mining farm in its oldest prison: report

May 2022

No love for Putin. Binance denies sharing data with Russia

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, denied sharing client data with Russian authorities, following a Reuters investigation into the exchange’s ties with the country.

US sanctions Bitriver; Apecoin steals Doge’s thunder

A Russian crypto miner has been added to the US Sanctions list. Meanwhile, Dogecoin underperforms as Apecoin storms ahead.

US sanctions Russian darknet market; Indian MP’s crypto warning

South Korea’s Kakao Group acquires SEBC. Meanwhile in India, an MP reveals the government’s plans for the crypto industry,

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Russia uncovers a crypto mining farm in its oldest prison: report

Russian crypto miner Bitriver added to US sanctions list

Russian darknet Hydra, crypto exchange Garantex sanctioned by U.S.

April 2022

Russia’s bitcoin for oil proposal; Crypto market makes gains

Russia considers a bitcoin for oil proposal. Meanwhile, crypto markets make gains after weeks of volatility.

Russian bank given crypto license: China to monitor outflows

As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine rages on and sanctions continue to mount, Russia-based bank Sberbank obtains a crypto license from the Central Bank of Russia. Meanwhile in China, social media platform Weibo allows its users to mint NFTs of their social media posts.

From crisis currency to consumer adoption: What next for crypto?

Cryptocurrencies have won credit for their role in Ukraine’s war, showing utility that will drive them beyond the battlefield, says Amber Group’s Michael Wu.

Crypto is playing a prominent role in the Ukraine War — on both sides of the conflict

Amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, two divergent narratives about crypto are being told, writes Alex Tapscott. Which version is correct?

Singapore imposes sanctions; Bitcoin bucks market trend

Crypto exchange Binance has won a license to operate in Bahrain. Meanwhile in Southeast Asia, Singapore’s Monetary Authority has designated Russian banks amid growing sanctions.

Two sides to every coin: Crypto as a weapon in the fight for Ukraine

Cryptocurrency is being used both to fund Ukraine’s defense and prevent Russia’s ability to skirt sanctions in what may become a pivotal moment for the industry.

Is cryptocurrency a workaround for sanctions against Russia?

War-mongering Russia is finding itself increasingly isolated. Can cryptocurrency help the rogue state soften the blow of sanctions?

Sanctions expand for Belarus; Korea’s crypto promises

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict rages on, the European Union says that crypto is included in the sanctions against Russia and Belarus. Meanwhile, South Korean President-Elect Yoon Suk-Yeol’s term in office could bring about long awaited changes in the crypto sector.

Russians turn to crypto as Western sanctions hit the ruble

As Russia’s economy began to tank, data shows many turned to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as a store of value and means of transacting.

Russia faces crypto freeze as exchanges toe line on sanctions

Top blockchain and crypto news: Moscow faces crypto winter. DeFi doyen quits Fantom. China mulls metaverse moves.

Coinbase blocks Russian addresses; Philippines plans CBDC

US crypto exchange Coinbase has blacklisted 25,000 Russian wallet address in response to the ongoing Russian-Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile in Asia, English-language newspaper South China Morning Post announces the launch of its metaverse experience.

Aid for Ukraine: why a stranded founder turned to DAO and crypto

Stranded away from home, Web 3.0 company Everstake founder Sergey Vasylchuck realized he could still help his war-torn homeland Ukraine by raising funds through a DAO.
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China discusses the metaverse; Blockchain community comes together

As China’s Two Session’s meetings begin, ‘Metaverse’ enters the Chinese government’s radar. And while the invasion of Ukraine continues, Singapore announces new sanctions on Russia.

Conflict currency: How crypto has become enmeshed in the war in Ukraine

Bitcoin and other cryptos are being used on both sides of the fight, raising ethical issues that cut to the core of decentralization, says AAX’s Ben Caselin

Korean exchanges block Russians; Crypto’s role in conflict

As the war in Ukraine enters it’s second week, we take a look at how cyptocurrencies and digital assets can play a role in a conflict.

Russian accounts frozen in Korea; China’s Two Sessions beckons

Crypto donations on the rise for Ukraine as Russian aggression continues. Meanwhile in Asia, China’s Two Session’s are set to begin – could Ukraine and crypto be a part of the agenda?

Can crypto cushion Russia from the pain of sanctions?

War-mongering Russia is finding itself increasingly isolated. What if the rogue state tries to regain its financial footing via cryptocurrency?
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China’s Two Sessions: what to expect for blockchain

Look for progress reports on e-CNY, blockchain technology, new digital infrastructure, and subtle mentions of the international sanctions against Russia.

Ukraine fundraising gathers pace; Korea’s crypto election?

Support for Ukraine in the crypto world grows as Russia’s attack continues. Meanwhile, hackers gives American tech giant an ultimatum.

Bitcoin shores up Ukraine fighters amid Moscow’s money meltdown

Top blockchain and crypto news: Digital currency battling Russian invasion. Ethereum remains NFT projects’ chain of choice. China to lock up crypto traders.

Russian ruble plunges; Ukraine DAO aids civilians

Sanctions on Russia have prompted a resurgence in the Crypto market as the Russian ruble takes a nosedive. And as the attack on Ukraine continues, a decentralized autonomous organization is created to support Ukrainian civilians who have joined military efforts.

‘We don’t have time’ for traditional fundraising, crypto is most efficient: Ukraine DAO

With limited access to donations through traditional crowdfunding, cryptocurrencies and NFTs offer immediate help, Trippy Labs tells Forkast.

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Russian darknet Hydra, crypto exchange Garantex sanctioned by U.S.

Russia proposes Bitcoin payments for oil and energy exports

Russia’s Sberbank obtains crypto license from central bank

Zelenskyy legalizes cryptocurrency in Ukraine

Vogue NFTs for humanitarian aid in Ukraine list on OpenSea

Singapore targets designated Russian banks amid sanctions

Japan urges crypto exchanges to comply with Russian sanctions

Ukraine to launch NFT ‘museum’ depicting Russian invasion

US senators sound alarm over China’s digital yuan, Russia SWIFT sanctions

Chainalysis launches crypto wallet sanction screening tools

EU says crypto included in sanctions against Russia and Belarus

Public will boycott crypto firms serving Russians: Ukraine minister

Coinbase blocks 25,000 Russian crypto wallet addresses

Russian banks turn to China’s UnionPay as Visa, Mastercard pull plug

Singapore prohibits crypto, NFT transactions in sanctions against Russia

OpenSea blocks Iranian users, citing US sanctions list

Four more South Korean crypto exchanges block Russian IPs

Ukraine government’s crypto wallets near $40M in donations

S.Korean crypto exchange freezes around 20 Russian accounts

Animoca Brands halts services to Russians: report

Polkadot, crypto companies donate millions to Ukraine

USDT-RUB volume outpaces Bitcoin pair as Russia sanctions pile

US asks crypto exchanges to comply with Russian sanctions: report

Crypto market gained $200B in the last 12 hours

March 2022

Ukraine’s crypto demand soars; Russian sanctions tighten

Trading volume on Ukrainian crypto exchanges triples as Russia continues its attack on Ukraine. Meanwhile, there is still no sign of Russia using crypto to evade sanctions yet,

Russia unlikely to turn to crypto if SWIFT sanction is imposed

Measures to detect sanctioned entities’ crypto transactions can come into play, experts say.

Russian attack hits crypto: MUFG to close blockchain venture

The crypto market tanks after Russian President Vladimir Putin announces a military operation in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Japan’s biggest financial group closes it’s blockchain payment venture.

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Crypto market gained $200B in the last 12 hours

Ukraine crypto donations top $36M amid Russian invasion

Russian soldiers offered Bitcoin in exchange for white flag

Binance may join sanctions imposed on Russian targets

Bitcoin donations for Ukraine military surpass $1M

Putin’s attack triples Ukrainian crypto exchange’s trading volume