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FINTECH STARTUP RAISES $1.5M TO DEMOCRATIZE MARITIME FINANCE

Maritime fintech startup Shipfinex secured $1.5 million in seed funding to democratize maritime finance through blockchain-enabled fractional ownership of maritime assets.

Democratizing Maritime Finance
Shipfinex, a maritime fintech startup, recently announced it has secured $1.5 million in seed funding. Gaurav Mehta, chairman of shipping asset trader Best Oasis Limited and Dubai-based company SPM Shipping DMCC, led the funding round. Vivek Seth, senior vice president at ADNOC Logistics & Services, and Yasovardhan Chinni, founder of Nanlian Ship Management LLC, also participated.

Shipfinex aims to democratize maritime finance by enabling fractional ownership of maritime assets through blockchain technology. The startup believes this investment will kickstart a partnership that uses blockchain to reshape access to maritime assets.

According to a press statement, Mehta, a veteran in ship cash-buying and energy asset markets, will bring his extensive industry insights to Shipfinex.

Shipfinex plans to use the funds to support its growth and develop a secure and compliant marketplace for maritime asset tokens. The company also aims to accelerate its regulatory advancement with Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA).

Commenting on his financial backing of Shipfinex, Mehta said:

Shipfinex represents the next era in maritime finance, expanding asset ownership and enhancing transparency and efficiency. We’re excited to support this transformative journey and redefine how the world invests in maritime assets.

Vikas Pandey, CEO and co-founder of Shipfinex, lauded Best Oasis Limited CEO’s support and industry insights as “invaluable.” Pandey believes this will be key in Shipfinex’s endeavor to “redefine access and expand investment opportunities within maritime finance.”

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HOSKINSON EXPLAINS WHY CARDANO IS PREFERRED; ADA TO HIT AN ATH SOON?

Amidst the broader market optimism, Cardano’s price has been showing impressive surges lately as evidenced by its recent rally. Additionally, a flurry of developments around its founder Charles Hoskinson has also sparked market optimism.

Why Will It Reach An ATH?
In a latest X post, Hoskinson has praised the Cardano community. He explained why people prefer Cardano as he underscored that “We have the best community and the best entrepreneurs.

It’s a harder road, but it will change the world.” further, he also predicted the Voltaire update to make the ecosystem the “finest government ever assembled by humanity.”

Additionally, Charles Hoskinson visiting Elon Musk’s SpaceX office has also sparked speculations, given Musk’s rising influence in the US political landscape.

Besides, Hoskinson has recently said that he would support the Trump Government in shaping crypto legislation. He seeks to help the US administration in framing clear regulatory frameworks for digital assets, which have encountered regulatory pressure over the past few years.

Ripple CEO’s Comments Adds To The Optimism
The recent comments from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse have also incited market optimism. He stated:

“The crypto industry has embraced Trump, Trump has embraced the crypto industry. I think it’s very genuine, and I think he sees the opportunity, he sees innovation, he sees entrepreneurship and I’m very excited about what the future holds.”

Garlinghouse highlighted that U.S.-linked crypto assets, such as XRP, SOL, and ADA, have outperformed other tokens due to the expected easing of regulatory pressure. He noted that the anticipation over pro-crypto policies under Trump administration has fueled the rally.

Besides, a prominent crypto market analyst Ali Martinez recently said that Cardano price is poised to hit $6 in 2025, further fueling the expectations of a potential ADA rally to its new ATH.

First Ever zkApp Launched On Cardano’s Midnight Sidechain
In the latest development, the first-ever zero-knowledge application (zkApp) has been launched on Cardano’s Midnight sidechain, that has excited both the community and the founder Charles Hoskinson as well. This innovation is a result of Midnight partnering with Paima Studios.

Sebastien Guillemot, the co-founder of Paima Studios, announced the launch of the zkApp on X. At its core, this partnership is set to simplify the development of multi-stack decentralized applications (dApps) and empower developers to leverage the strengths of different blockchain ecosystems seamlessly.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Saturday Afternoon 11-16-24

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FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS WILL DRIVE RWA TOKENIZATION’S TRILLION-DOLLAR GROWTH

The real-world asset tokenization industry is projected by some to exceed $30 trillion by 2030, driven by nimble and mainstream financial institutions.

Financial institutions will be the main drivers of the growing tokenization industry leading up to 2030, which could potentially see more than 50-fold growth.

Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization refers to financial and other tangible assets minted on the immutable blockchain ledger, increasing investor accessibility and trading opportunities around these assets.

Large financial institutions will be the main drivers of the tokenization sector’s significant growth, according to Jesse Knutson, the head of operations at Bitfinex Securities.

Institutions are already driving significant growth in the crypto industry, which could spill over into the tokenization sector, Knutson told Cointelegraph during an exclusive at Plan B Lugano:

“It's the more nimble institutions, the fast movers, like the family offices, those kind of guys. I think they'll have an outsized impact in these early days. But eventually, the benefits of tokenization, they're going to pull in the mainstream institutional investors.

Some of the world’s largest financial institutions and business consulting firms say the RWA sector may see a more than 50-fold increase by 2030, potentially reaching over $30 trillion.

Tokenized securities: a $ trillion opportunity
Most firms predict that the RWA sector will reach a market size of between $4 trillion and $30 trillion by 2030.

RWA tokenization, market size predictions by 2030. Source: Tren Finance

If the sector were to achieve the median prediction of about $10 trillion, it would represent more than 54 times growth from its current value of around $185 billion, including the stablecoin market, according to a Tren Finance research report.

Still, stablecoins continue to dominate the RWA sector, accounting for over $170 billion of the market as of October 2024. In comparison, securities and treasuries tokenized onchain are valued at $2.2 billion.

RWA sector will follow the crypto industry’s growth trajectory: Bitfinex
Bitcoin saw significant growth this year, rising over 116% year-to-date, after receiving a significant institutional nod in the form of the first spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States.

The RWA tokenization industry will likely follow the growth trajectory of the crypto space, said Bitfinex Securities’ Knutson:

“The consensus view is that markets are going to evolve, and the direction they're probably going to evolve is, is something similar to how the digital asset industry has grown over the years.”

Increasingly, more institutions are betting on the RWA sector’s success, including the world’s largest asset management firm, BlackRock. Other financial institutions are running tokenization pilots, including UBS Asset Management.

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HBAR GOES TO SPACE! SPACEX AND HEDERA TO PIONEER SATELLITE PAYMENT NETWORKS

▪️Hedera Hashgraph could be powering SpaceX to space after multiple key figures confirmed a groundbreaking partnership with Elon Musk’s company.

▪️Hedera’s ability to process trillions of transactions per second and track space traffic was part of the several reasons for its consideration.

Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) could soon go into space as a renowned crypto investor and expert discloses a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX. According to Shawn, Hedera would be primarily responsible for facilitating crypto transactions in space. 

Meanwhile, this could mark a huge breakthrough for satellite-to-satellite payment networks while subjecting transactions across Earth and space to a significant transformation.

Why Hedera?
According to experts, Hedera provides cutting-edge solutions to all the challenges of the previous blockchain technologies. Explaining this in a blog post authored by Shawn in 2023, it was disclosed that Hedera can facilitate trillions of transactions per second.

 Comparatively, Ethereum can only manage 12-15 transactions per second. Meanwhile, Hedera executes these levels of operation while consuming 970.000.000 less energy than Ethereum.

Explaining the application of Hashgraph in space, Shawn highlighted five key use cases in his post.

Secure Satellite Communication and Payment Networks
According to Shawn, SpaceX’s Starlink has issues with making uncensored, fast, and secure internet connectivity worldwide.

This has been a challenge since its internet access depends on the server infrastructure on Earth. In this case, a targeted attack on the data centers or global nuclear fallout could render this infrastructure useless. Fascinatingly, the use of Hashgraph technology alongside Starlink, according to Shawn, could put these disruptions under control.

Tokenization of Resources from Asteroid Mining
Shawn also argued that asteroids could be tokenized on Hashgraph with the extraction of the resources financed by people globally.

Space Supply Chain Management
Hashgraph is also reported to possess the ability to enable companies to monitor the carbon emissions of their supply chain. In addition to that, they can keep progress in every step of their production of a rocket from start to finish.

Tracking & Management of Space Traffic
According to the report, Hashgraph possesses unique qualities for managing space traffic. Seven of these features listed by Shawn are:

▪️Real-Time Monitoring and Coordination
▪️Decentralization
▪️Consensus and security
▪️Efficiency and scalability
▪️Interoperability
▪️Smart contract for automated responses
▪️Data integrity and transparency.

Smart Contracts for Autonomous Spacecraft and Space Vehicles
The combination of artificial intelligence and Hedera is reported to enable spacecraft and space vehicles to autonomously make decisions. Fascinatingly, this is said to be done by executing different predefined scenarios without necessarily minimizing human errors.

Smart contracts can be programmed with logic that allows spacecraft to make decisions based on real-time data. For example, if a satellite detects an obstacle or another satellite on a collision course, the smart contract can automatically execute maneuvers to avoid a collision without the need for ground intervention.

According to our investigation, the movement of Hedera to space has also been confirmed by the CEO of WISeKey Carlos Creus Moreira.

In his announcement on X, Moreira disclosed that this groundbreaking mission would redefine innovation.

World-first: testing the exchange of SEALCOIN directly from space as a proof of concept. This is a major leap forward in secure satellite communication and blockchain integration with Hedera Hashgraph, paving the way for the future of space-based digital cryptocurrency transactions.

Meanwhile, CNF has also reported that Cardano could be embarking on a partnership journey with SpaceX with the co-founder Charles Hoskinson recently dropping a teaser on X.

At press time, HBAR was trading at $0.085 after surging by 21% in the last 24 hours.

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BRICS MEETING WITH SAUDI ARABIA: MAJOR DISCUSSION POINTS UNVEILED

Despite the ongoing confusion regarding the country’s position within the economic alliance, the BRICS bloc and Saudi Arabia have met, with major points of discussion being unveiled. The nation had previously accepted an invitation to be among its first expanded members. However, that proved not to be the case, with major leadership not even attending the alliance’s 2024 Summit.

However, the two sides are still reportedly engaged in positive talks. Specifically, they have met to confront the potential for growing cooperation on a global scale.

The move could have major ramifications for the coming year. Moreover, it could be a turning point that reestablishes Riyadh as a key BRICS ally.

Saudi Arabia & BRICS Hold Key Discussion: Here’s What Was Said
The BRICS bloc has grown massively over the last year. Indeed, it had enacted a groundbreaking expansion in 2023, where four nations joined the collective. Specifically, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Iran, and Ethiopia became the first expansion countries since 2001.

Yet, one nation that had accepted, but did not join the bloc was Saudi Arabia. Indeed, the country was poised to be one of the most important additions to the economic alliance. Its dominance in the oil sector was expected to only strengthen the group’s position. However, the country would end up rejecting a full position within the bloc.

That hasn’t stopped the two sides from engaging in efforts to strengthen their relations. Indeed, BRICS has met with Saudi Arabia in recent discussions that sought to fortify their relationship. Specifically, reports how Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammad bin Salman Al Saud, recently talked.

According to reports, the two sides discussed the success of the bloc’s 2024 Summit. Moreover, they affirmed the “importance of continued coordination between the two states” within economic collaborations. Finally, they both spoke highly of the ongoing trajectory of their nation’s partnerships.

However, they also highlighted the importance of their “readiness to further strengthen cooperation in political, trade, economic, and humanitarian spheres.” The bloc has recently shifted its focus amid an ever-changing geopolitical landscape.

With Donald Trump’s election taking place this month, the group has said they will no longer ditch the US dollar. Perhaps the absence of Western opposition makes continued partnership with Saudi Arabia more appealing to the Middle Eastern powerhouse.

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UK GOVERNMENT CONFIRMS DIGITAL GILTS PILOT. WHAT’S THE ROADMAP?

The UK’s HM Treasury has confirmed plans to run a pilot for the issuance of digital gilts, UK government bonds, following leaked news earlier this week. The previous Conservative government had also planned to organize a pilot.

t’s seen as an important step for UK capital markets, particularly as the UK has launched a Digital Securities Sandbox for DLT and tokenization pilots.

The UK could benefit more than other jurisdictions. One of the killer apps for blockchain in capital markets is repurchase agreements or repos, which involve exchanging cash for gilts. This allows banks and institutions to either lend excess liquidity or borrow it if they are short.

Conventional repos involve delayed securities settlement, which means repo duration is typically overnight. By contrast, blockchain supports instant settlement enabling intraday repo. The ability to manage liquidity for hours at a time is very attractive to banks and other institutions.

Intraday repo is already happening by tokenizing existing Treasuries in the United States. A native digital gilt would make the process far easier.

On top of that, the UK has Fnality, a tokenized cash settlement network backed by an omnibus account at the Bank of England. Fnality is backed by more than 20 institutions.

Hence, with a digital gilt, the UK will have both a digital security and cash on chain.

With the previous government floating the idea, industry trade body UK Finance collaborated with EY to draft a digital gilt roadmap. It submitted it to the government in April, but published it today.

A digital gilt roadmap
It suggests two alternative approaches, one is more evolutionary whereas the other is a Big Bang path.

In the multi-staged approach it suggests issuing a short dated digital Treasury bill within the first six months with only a limited number of market participants.

In the second phase within the first year, a medium term digital gilt would have more functionality. For example, it would involve more market makers and a wider group of investors.

Most importantly, it would be integrated with the existing off-chain secondary market, with the gilts eligible as collateral for repo. These are essential steps to ensure liquidity.

The third phase within 18 months would involve another issuance with both the trading of gilts and repo performed on chain.

The Big Bang approach would essentially skip the first two steps and happen in a more compressed time frame. The UK Finance paper outlines the pros and cons of each path.

A major hurdle could be the legal and regulatory work needed to support digital gilts being used as collateral for repo and other purposes. Plus, there’s the need to maintain a sufficient level of liquidity.

Switzerland is one of the most advanced jurisdictions in this area. Its central bank considers using digital Treasury bills for money market operations as premature, given the immaturity of the DLT sector.

However, Switzerland was the first mover in launching a digital securities exchange, so progress unsurprisingly has been slow going. By contrast, there’s been strong interest and engagement in the ECB’s wholesale DLT settlement trials, with market participants hoping the trials won’t end.

UK Finance believes that with the digital gilt program “the UK can lay the groundwork for a robust and innovative digital capital market ecosystem, bolstering its position as a global leader in financial technology and digital finance.”

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CRYPTO LEADERS UNITE FOR DESCI: A NEW ERA OF SCIENCE WITH BLOCKCHAIN

▪️DeSci movement seeks to make scientific research more open, fair, and accessible.

▪️Prominent figures like CZ, Vitalik, and Brian Armstrong are actively supporting DeSci's goals.

▪️DeSci can improve scientific funding, democratize research, and foster greater collaboration within the scientific community.

Decentralised Science is now one of the most sensational topics in the cryptocurrency world. Its goal is to make science more open, transparent, and accessible, while solving long-standing issues such as limited funding and lack of data-sharing in the scientific community.

Some of the biggest names in crypto, including Binance Co-Founder Changpeng Zhao, Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin, and Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, have publicly supported DeSci.

Let’s explore what this movement is all about.

Crypto Leaders Back DeSci
Reports show that crypto leaders like Zhao, Buterin, and Armstrong believe that DeSci has the potential to transform the scientific world by tackling challenges such as funding shortages and restricted access to research data.

Changpeng Zhao: CZ is particularly interested in solving the funding issue for science. He is looking into how blockchain technology can be used to create new ways to fund research. Blockchain’s transparency and security could open up fresh opportunities for financing scientific projects.

Vitalik Buterin: According to reports, Vitalik is keen to make the environment of scientific research more democratic in nature. He is likely to promote the usage of tools like quadratic funding and DAOs.

Brian Armstrong: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is also a strong advocate for DeSci. Recent reports reveal that Coinbase has backed ResearchHub, a decentralized platform that encourages open sharing and collaboration in science. Armstrong’s support highlights his commitment to making scientific research more open and accessible.

Changing the Future of Science
The DeSci movement could play a major role in overcoming some of the most pressing issues in science. From funding shortages and data-sharing problems to publishing challenges, DeSci offers innovative solutions that could improve how science is conducted and shared.

With support from influential crypto leaders, DeSci has the potential to transform how scientific research is funded and shared. This is certainly something to look forward to!

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TRUMP NOMINATES FORMER SEC CHAIR AS SDNY ATTORNEY

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to lead the highly influential office.

A familiar figure who enforced securities regulations against the crypto industry under the previous Trump Administration may soon find himself back in power, this time as a chief federal prosecutor.

What’s the Scoop?

Presidential Appointment: 

In an announcement to Truth Social followers on November 14, President Elect Donald Trump made public his intention to nominate former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair Jay Clayton as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

Key Enforcer:  

Notably, the SDNY jurisdiction encompasses Manhattan; the trial district has long been one of the most active in the United States and often decides matters related to American financial institutions and the prosecution of white-collar crime.

Bankless Take:
Trump presented himself as crypto’s champion on the campaign trail, but Clayton’s appointment as U.S. Attorney for a key federal prosecutorial district has offended many within the industry. 

While crypto participants remain optimistic for the impending Trump Administration embrace, Clayton’s appointment threatens to increase enforcement actions against blockchain-based issuers of unregistered security products.

This Newshound agrees with Bankless on this appointment!

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US ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORK TO PARE BACK CRYPTO-RELATED CASES: REUTERS

▪️The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York has brought a number of high-profile cases, including against former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried.

▪️The news comes a day after President-elect Donald Trump tapped Jay Clayton to lead that office.

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, a prominent and powerful court that has brought numerous high-profile crypto-related cases, plans to cut back on cases related to crypto, according to one of its top prosecutors.

That doesn't mean prosecutors there will disregard crypto cases, but fewer people will be working on them compared to 2022, Scott Hartman, co-chief of the securities and commodities fraud task force at the Manhattan Court said during a Practising Law Institute conference on Friday, according to reporting from Reuters.

"You won't see as much crypto stuff coming out of at least the SDNY in the future," Hartman said at the conference.

Prosecutors in Manhattan brought several high-profile cases against crypto industry players including against former FTX CEO Sam Bankman Fried and Celsius founder Alexander Mashinsky. Both firms filed for bankruptcy in 2022.

Hartman's comments come a day after President-elect Donald Trump tapped Jay Clayton to lead that office as Attorney for the Southern District of New York.

Clayton previously served as chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission from 2017 to 2020 and led the agency through the initial coin offering boom of 2017-2018. During that time, his office filed several high-profile lawsuits against prominent and lowly crypto projects. Before leaving the SEC, charges were filed against Ripple. 

The SEC accused the firm of raising $1.3 billion through the sale of XRP, which the agency says is an unregistered security. The case is ongoing after a New York judge gave both parties a partial win and both have filed appeals.

SDNY's Hartman also said on Friday that SDNY knows that its "regulatory partners are very active in this space." Both the U.S. SEC and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission have brought numerous cases involving crypto over the years, including against FTX, Binance and other crypto entities.

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PRO-BITCOIN MATT GAETZ NOMINATED AS U.S. ATTORNEY GENERAL

Matt Gaetz, a Florida Representatives and American lawyer, has been nominated as Attorney General by President-elect Donald Trump. Gaetz was assigned due to his educational and career experience in law.

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Matt Gaetsz, pro-bitcoin and Florida representative, to be the next U.S. Attorney General. Following this nomination, he resigned from the House of Representative on Nov. 13, 2024.

ccording to the Nov. 13 X post, Trump praised Gaetz as a determined attorney committed to driving much-needed reform at the Department of Justice.

Gaetz expects to prioritize ending weaponized government, strengthening border security, dismantling criminal organizations, and exposing the potential of government corruption and weaponization.

“He is a champion for the constitution and the rule of law. Matt Gaetz will root out the systematic corruption at DOJ, and return the department to its true mission of fighting crime, and upholding our democracy and constitution.”

Elon Musk, recently appointed as head of Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E), replied to his X post, congratulating Gaetz on his new role.

Matt Gaetz stances on crypto
Earlier this year, on June 25 as a member of Congress Gaetz introduced a bill advocating for Bitcoin to be accepted as payment for Americans for federal income tax. The bill was proposed after he visited El Salvador and aimed to modernize the U.S. tax system.

The aggressive move made would “promote innovation, increase efficiency, and offer more flexibility to American citizens.”

The proposal seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to accept Bitcoin for tax payment and expand this payment option to other federal services.

Gaetz has also advocated for various crypto deregulations and pushed back against the federal agency’s oversight. He is arguing that the measure would stifle innovation and growth.

His appointment as an Attorney General highlights potential approaches to law enforcement and more flexible regulations within the crypto industry under the Trump presidency.

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CHINA COULD REASSESS CRYPTO BAN DUE TO TRUMP, HASHKEY CEO CLAIMS

HashKey Group Chairman and CEO Xiao Feng has indicated that China’s stringent stance on cryptocurrencies could soften within the next two years, influenced by the pro-crypto policies expected under US President-elect Donald Trump. Xiao believes that clear regulatory support in the United States could serve as a catalyst for China to reconsider its current ban.

Why China Could Reconsider Its Crypto Ban
“If the US Congress and the new president establish clear crypto policies and actively promote the industry, it would certainly be a driving force for China to accept cryptocurrencies,” Xiao stated in an interview with the South China Morning Post.

Xiao also pointed to geopolitical factors that might accelerate China’s acceptance of digital assets. The exclusion of Russia from the SWIFT financial messaging system by the US and its allies in 2022 has underscored the importance of alternative financial infrastructures.

 This move, part of sanctions related to the conflict in Ukraine, may prompt China to explore crypto more earnestly to safeguard its financial autonomy.

“Without these events, China might have needed five or six years to accept cryptocurrency businesses. Now, due to these factors, that timeframe could be shortened to two years,” Xiao explained.

Over the past several years, China has enforced a strict ban on initial coin offerings (ICOs), crypto trading, mining, and other related activities. Authorities have cited concerns over financial stability and the potential for illicit activities as primary reasons for the crackdown.

 Despite this, Hong Kong has been permitted to develop its digital asset industry, positioning itself as a potential bridge should mainland China relax its regulations.

Should China decide to re-engage with the digital asset market, Xiao suggests that regulated stablecoins could be the initial focus. “Stablecoins are currently the best solution for cross-border business-to-consumer trade,” he noted.

Supporting this view, HashKey conducted a survey in Yiwu, a major manufacturing and trade hub in mainland China. The survey revealed that nearly all merchants had received inquiries from international buyers about making payments using popular US dollar-based stablecoins such as USDT and USDC.

HashKey Group operates HashKey Exchange, one of Hong Kong’s three licensed crypto exchanges. The company plans to launch its own blockchain, the HashKey Chain, next month.

With over 300 employees in Hong Kong and additional teams in Singapore, Tokyo, Dubai, Bermuda, and Europe, HashKey is expanding its global footprint.

While the Chinese government has not indicated any immediate plans to relax its crypto ban, Xiao emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong presence in Hong Kong. “Only by staying in Hong Kong can we serve mainland China when that market opens up. We firmly believe that day will come,” he asserted.

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18 GOP AGS SUE SEC AS GENSLER HINTS RESIGNATION

Donald Trump’s promise of a U.S. SEC without Gary Gensler may be realized ahead of schedule amid state lawsuits and resignation chatter.

Wall Street’s top cop-on-the-beat has been accused of “unconstitutional overreach” and “unfair persecution” of the $3 trillion cryptocurrency industry, according to a lawsuit signed by 18 Republican Attorneys Generals.

The lawsuit alleges that the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and its commissioners, led by chair Gary Gensler, overstepped their jurisdiction and disregarded state economic autonomy.

Litigation from GOP AGs and states has added to the existing scrutiny of Gensler’s SEC career. Top lawmakers have opened an investigation into the SEC’s hiring practices amid suspicions of politically biased recruitment, which has spurred the inquiry.

Several members of Congress have called for his resignation, and Donald Trump has promised the digital asset industry that he would dismiss Gensler.

Is Gary Gensler retiring?
Social media is buzzing with speculation that Gensler might be on his way out as SEC Chairman. His comments in a note on Nov. 14, calling his time at the SEC “a great honor” and praising his colleagues for their dedication, have fueled rumors of a possible imminent retirement.

The SEC is a remarkable agency. The staff and Commission are deeply mission-driven, focused on protecting investors, maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitating capital formation.

Gary Gensler, SEC chair

He added that it’s been a privilege to serve with the SEC “doing the people’s work and ensuring that our capital markets remain the best in the world.”

A firm stance on crypto regulation has marked Gensler’s tenure at the securities regulator. Blockchain industry players increasingly anticipate changes in leadership and policy enforcement from the SEC after years of grappling with Gensler’s regulatory approach.

The SEC has ongoing court cases against firms like Coinbase and Ripple. As such, Gensler’s potential departure has become a focal point for speculation on how regulatory policies might shift under new leadership.

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Senator Lummis Proposes Selling Fed’s Gold To Fund Strategic BTC Reserve: Bloomberg

According to a latest Bloomberg report, Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming has proposed to sell a part of the Federal Reserve’s gold holdings to purchase one million Bitcoins for the creation of a strategic bitcoin reserve. 

The Senator, an ally of Donald Trump, has a plan for filling up the president-elect’s proposed strategic Bitcoin stockpile without adding to the government deficit.

The bill calls for the US to acquire 1 million Bitcoin, representing nearly 5% of the outstanding tokens. Cynthia Lummis estimates this would cost around $90 billion based on current prices, but the sum could rise if the market anticipates the government’s involvement.

“We already have the financial assets in the form of gold certificates to convert to Bitcoin,” Lummis said in an interview with Bloomberg. “So the effect on the US balance sheet is pretty neutral.”

According to Lummis’ bill, the cryptocurrency would be held for a minimum of 20 years, and the presumed appreciation in value would help to reduce the national debt.

Uphill Battles To Be Faced
Despite the industry hopes that this will be the most crypto-friendly Congress ever, some market watchers believe that Lummis’ bill, which currently has no co-sponsors, faces an uphill battle.

“It’s still putting government money on the line, and Bitcoin has not shown itself to be a particularly stable asset,” noted Jennifer J. Schulp, director of financial regulation studies at the Cato Institute’s Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives.

She further added that “the bill asks senators and members of Congress, who may not understand crypto that well, to make a much bigger leap of faith in terms of its long-term viability.”

Novogratz Doubtful Of US Creating Strategic BTC Reserve
Michael Novogratz, the CEO of Galaxy Digital, believes there is a low likelihood of US setting up a Bitcoin strategic reserve. However, if it does, Novogratz predicted that this would push its price to $500,000 since other nations would feel compelled to create similar stockpiles.

Lummis first unveiled her bill at the Bitcoin 2024 conference after Trump announced his ambition to create a government Bitcoin reserve. After a most anticipated Trump win, the crypto market has surged massively with Bitcoin making newer highs above $93,000.

Lummis is optimistic that her BITCOIN bill, short for Boosting Innovation, Technology, and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide, will gain support in the next Congress.

She noted that Trump has already endorsed the idea of a reserve and his closest advisers include people who understand Bitcoin and its role in our future.

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MARKET PARTICIPANTS URGE ECB TO EXTEND WHOLESALE DLT TRIALS

For the last six months the European Central Bank (ECB) has been orchestrating wholesale DLT settlement trials using central bank money. More than 70 institutions have taken part, with three different payment options available.

 Today three of the most active participants – Deutsche Börse’s Clearstream, DekaBank and Union Investment – shared their lessons as part of a Frankfurt School Blockchain Center event.

One of the three payment options was the Bundesbank’s Trigger solution, which has its own blockchain that triggers a payment on the Target2 payment system. The Banque de France has its DL3S blockchain that tokenizes central bank cash as a pilot wholesale CBDC.

And the Bank of Italy provided its TIPS Hashlink solution, a lightweight escrow smart contract for the TIPS payment system which requires little infrastructure investment.

All the participants were extremely positive about the trials and keen to see them continue.

The combination of tokenization and central bank money can cut costs, reduce risks and yield efficiencies. Several times they mentioned the potential for a digital capital markets union, as recently discussed by ECB Director Piero Cipollone.

Another consensus was the desire to hear the ECB’s roadmap for next steps before the settlement trials finish at the end of this month.

Calls for the wholesale DLT settlement trials to continue

Clearstream’s Thilo Derenbach and Dekabank’s Michael Cyrus want to avoid losing momentum. Hence, they are both keen to keep the settlement solutions available.

“We would strongly recommend that the ECB does not now close the trial period and wait for many months or possibly years to then proceed with scalable BAU (business as usual) sort of implementation of the payment rails,” said Mr Derenbach.

 “Rather communicate soon to the market how the continued ongoing usage of one, two or three or other payment solutions would be made available. The market is ready.”

Mr Cyrus expressed a similar sentiment, noting that the Bundesbank’s Trigger solution had been around for two years before the trials started. “Now if we have to wait another two or three years, this would be a clear sign that innovation is not coming to the market as quick as we like and I think as quick as the market is ready for,” said Mr Cyrus.

That kind of continuity would allow market players to focus on building out other aspects of the ecosystem, such as secondary markets. He noted that relatively few asset managers were buying the tokenized issuance because of a lack of secondary markets and the need for digital securities to be eligible as collateral for central bank activities. Digital securities should be treated the same as conventional securities.

Ideally he would like to see the Trigger solution remain available. Experimentation with tokenized commercial bank money would also be desirable.

We previously highlighted that German firms dominated the trials which works in favor of the Trigger solution, as opposed to a decision purely on the merits of each option.

Wholesale CBDC in medium term
While all three participants were reluctant to select one solution over others, the Trigger solution came to the fore. Arguably, for a digital capital markets union, broadening the options could be on the cards. We’d note that the Bank of Spain is also developing a solution. Spain’s developer is the technology partner for Fnality, the wholesale tokenized payment solution that is already in production.

All three institutions seemed to envision a wholesale CBDC as the ultimate solution, with the use of existing payment rail integrations such as the Trigger and TIPS Hashlink solutions, seen as more important in the short term.

Union Investment’s Christoph Hock said he’d heard that it would take at least two years for the Banque de France’s wholesale CBDC to go into production.

 “Stablecoins could come into production already in 2025. I think a wholesale CBDC solution by the ECB somewhere in 27/28 potentially wouldn’t be helpful for the market,” he said. 

Hence he suggested a production version of the Trigger solution could be ready in late 2025 or early 2026 and in the meantime work could progress on the wholesale CBDC with the Banque de France.

Mr Hock also observed the important role that the central banks in Switzerland and Singapore have played in making their countries leaders in the tokenization space. 

Switzerland has extended its six month wholesale CBDC pilot for a further two years. He envisions that the Bundesbank in combination with the ECB could launch a world first with a production Trigger solution.

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RIPPLE VS SEC UPDATE: XRP LAWSUIT TAKES POSITIVE TURN AHEAD OF 2025 TRIAL

▪️XRP News Today: Ripple scores a significant legal victory as a US court rules in favor of Ripple Labs in the ongoing XRP lawsuit, narrowing the scope of class claims.

▪️Ripple Lawsuit Update: Judge Phyllis Hamilton grants Ripple’s motion for final judgment on settled class claims, limiting the case and setting a trial date for January 2025.

▪️The news of Ripple's legal win boosts XRP sentiment, with potential positive effects on XRP price action in the coming months

In the latest development, Ripple has scored a legal victory. In the ongoing In re Ripple Labs Inc. litigation, a US court has ruled in favor of Ripple Labs, XRP II LLC and Brad Garlinghouse.

This is a huge win for Ripple in the long-running case over unregistered securities sales. Judge Phyllis Hamilton granted Ripple’s motion for final judgment on certain class claims, which limits the case and sets up a trial in January 2025.

Key Lawsuit Details
Ripple and the plaintiffs jointly filed a motion seeking final judgment on settled class claims and a pause on remaining claims while appeals are pending. 

Judge Phyllis Hamilton’s order specifically addresses the class action claims related to unregistered securities sales, Ripple’s potential liability as a “control person,” and alleged California securities law violations.

With this ruling, the court has scheduled a trial for January 21, 2025, while pausing previous pretrial deadlines until appeals of the class claims are resolved.

Ripple’s Push for Clarity

Ripple’s request for this final judgment aims to streamline the legal process, clarify remaining claims, and shorten the case’s timeline. The court has also encouraged both sides to consider alternative dispute resolutions, hinting that settlement discussions may be on the horizon in the coming months.

Implications of the Ripple vs SEC Case
The Ripple case has implications for the SEC v. Ripple Labs case where the U.S. SEC is accusing Ripple of violating federal securities laws. Ripple’s win could further enhance the confidence in their stance against the SEC.

Especially after Trump has hinted towards regulatory clarity in the industry, and promised to fire Gary Gensler, the market anxiously awaits an action from the administration. Legal experts and Ripple CTO David Schwartz believe that a dismissal or settlement is possible. Attorney Fred Rispoli had stated that while a settlement appears more realistic, however, a full dismissal might be unlikely.

Gary Gensler To Exit Soon?
While Trump’s inauguration is set for January 20, the pro-XRP attorney James Murphy (MetaLawMan on X) believes Gensler may vacate his post as early as this month. Gensler’s potential resignation and a pro-crypto replacement could fuel a significant market resurgence.

XRP’s price remains closely tied to the regulatory clarity surrounding the token. Attorney Case Darwin agreed with a trader who noted that ‘not owning XRP during this run will be one of the biggest mistakes many will make’. 

He shared that people will not buy it, as the SEC appealed the district court’s decision, in which Ripple won a resounding victory. He emphasized that the BTC hype and its appeal will keep them away. XRP is currently trading at $0.7263, up over 3% in the last 24 hours.

With the stakes higher than ever, Ripple’s victory is more than a win—it’s a turning point for crypto.

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BLACKROCK EXPANDS TOKENIZED MONEY MARKET FUND BUIDL TO FIVE MORE BLOCKCHAINS

Today Securitize, BlackRock’s tokenization partner, announced that BlackRock’s money market fund, BUIDL, is now available on five additional blockchains. It launched in March on Ethereum and has now expanded to Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism’s OP Mainnet, and Polygon.

BUIDL is the largest tokenized money market fund on a public blockchain with a market capitalization of $517 million. Ondo Finance has issued its own money market fund backed by BUIDL, so it accounts for $192 million of BUIDL’s balance. While BlackRock has a minimum investment of $5 million, Ondo’s OUSG has a $5,000 minimum and also temporarily waves fees.

Notably, BUIDL has management fees of 50 basis points on most blockchains but it’s only 20 bps on Aptos, Avalanche, and Polygon, with the lower costs subsidized by foundations associated with the blockchains.

“We wanted to develop an ecosystem that was thoughtfully designed to be digital and take advantage of the advantages of tokenization,” said Securitize CEO and co-founder Carlos Domingo. “Real-world asset tokenization is scaling, and we’re excited to have these blockchains added to increase the potential of the BUIDL ecosystem.

With these new chains we’ll start to see more investors looking to leverage the underlying technology to increase efficiencies on all the things that until now have been hard to do.”

In October Securitize integrated with Zero Hash to allow digital asset firms to use USDC to buy BUIDL and keep their funds on-chain. For some time the USDC stablecoin issuer Circle has said it stands ready to buy BUIDL funds for USDC, allowing investors to exit their investment whenever they like. On a related point, we previously explored why asset managers might want a shared stablecoin.

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RIPPLE NEWS: XRP DOCUMENTARY TO ‘BLOW OPEN THE SEC LAWSUIT AGAINST RIPPLE’; FIRST REVIEWS OUT

The highly anticipated XRP documentary, “XRP Unleashed/ Rigged from the Start”, has officially premiered in Scottsdale, Arizona, drawing significant attention in the crypto world. The film explores the ongoing legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Fans of the XRP saga can look forward to more opportunities to watch the documentary, as plans for a second screening tour in other cities are under consideration. For those unable to attend in person, the film will be available for streaming on the official website starting November 21.

First Reviews Out:
A user named Jeremy Quintanilla took to X and wrote, “Don’t miss @Fruition_Films XRP Unleashed! #XRPArmy What a f...ing amazing story that blows the story open the SEC Lawsuit against @Ripple.”

 Ray Fuentes said, “The #XRPUnleashed premiere in Scottsdale was a success! Big congrats to @Fruition_Films and everyone involved in creating this impactful documentary. Major bombs were dropped!”

XRP Price Hints at Big Rally
XRP has recently reacted to a key support zone that has been closely watched for months. This support area has been significant since July 2023, and the price has dipped into this zone a few times already, including in July, August, and November. This pullback is part of a larger corrective pattern, and it looks like XRP is now testing this support again.

The key target for XRP remains a price range between $1.26 and $1.99, and the next critical level to watch is around the 66-70 cent mark. If XRP stays below this level, it could continue to show bearish momentum. However, a breakout above this level could signal a shift toward a more bullish outlook.

Currently, XRP is attempting a move higher, but the price action has been weak and uncertain. If this upward move continues, it might be part of a larger corrective structure, with a possible pullback before another rise. The ultimate target, if the upward trend continues, is between 83.8 cents and $1.17, based on key Fibonacci levels.

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RADIAN USES R3’S CORDA DLT TO SMOOTH REAL ESTATE TITLE TRANSFERS

US mortgage and real estate service firm Radian has integrated R3’s Corda enterprise blockchain with its Titlegenius offering. The workflow system for real estate title transfers uses DLT for document storage and data transfer. Rather than a black box, it provides transparency around the title transfer process and claims to cut closing costs by an average of 25%.

Radian has a market capitalization of more than $5 billion, although mortgage insurance is its primary revenue source rather than title services.

Title transfer services typically check the history of the property to ensure there are no surprises. They are not just verifying that the seller is the true title holder, but that there are no longer mortgage or other liens against the property. They frequently provide title insurance just in case they missed something.

Once that’s done, the final deed of transfer is drafted and the transaction proceeds to closing and settlement. The process can include various parties, such as the buyer, the real estate agents, mortgage providers and lawyers. By creating a transparent workflow using DLT, all parties can get an up-to-date record of the status of the transaction.

“The title transfer process is notoriously slow and complex, and we are excited to collaborate with R3 to make this process simpler and more efficient for our clients,” said Steven Stipetich, Radian’s Senior Vice President of Title. “There are many valuable use cases for DLT in the property space like bulk refinancing – already supported by the titlegenius platform.”

Coadjute also uses Corda for real estate sales
Corda is also used by UK property technology firm Coadjute, which does something similar to Titlegenius.

However, its software provides the glue to share data between different real estate software solutions used by the estate agents of the buyer and seller. Corda was incorporated into Coadjute’s software since its founding in 2018. The startup’s backers include UK banks such as Lloyds, Natwest and Nationwide.

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XRP DOCUMENTARY REVEALS RIPPLE-SEC INSIDE STORY: WHEN AND WHERE TO WATCH

▪️XRP documentary exposes Ripple's fight with the SEC; streaming starts November 21.

▪️Second screening tour planned, potential Florida showings to be announced soon.

▪️Ripple CEO absent, but documentary promises exclusive insights and expert commentary.

The wait is over!

Ripple’s highly anticipated documentary, Rigged from the Start: Exposing the SEC’s War on Crypto, is about to premiere, bringing fresh insights into the ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

If you’re eager to understand the full story behind XRP’s legal fight, here’s when and where to catch this revealing film.

Screening Details to Know
The debut of the documentary took place in Scottsdale, Arizona, and was organized by Fruition Productions, a Los Angeles-based film and gaming studio. 

The documentary was initially titled “XRP Unleashed,” but it was later changed to “Rigged from the Start” to make it more relatable to a broader audience who might not be familiar with XRP.

Meanwhile, the new title focuses on the SEC’s controversial actions against XRP and its impact on the crypto space.

Audience Demand Grows
Following its Scottsdale debut, Fruition Productions has taken the documentary to seven cities across the U.S., and demand has been so high that more screenings are planned for December.

For those unable to attend a live screening, don’t worry. The documentary will be available to stream on Fruition Productions’ official website starting November 21. There may also be additional screenings in Florida, with updates expected soon.

Meanwhile, the trailer is available to watch on YouTube.
What to Expect from the Documentary
The “Rigged from the Start” documentary offers an exclusive look at the Ripple-SEC conflict, featuring insights from key crypto figures, legal experts, and industry leaders.

Although Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse chose not to participate in the film, the documentary still promises to deliver exclusive content and offers a fresh perspective on the fight against the SEC’s regulatory actions.

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UK LIKELY TO ISSUE DIGITAL GILTS WITHIN THE NEXT TWO YEARS – REPORT

Yesterday, state-owned French development bank Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations (CDC) issued a €100m ($108m) digital bond settled using the Banque de France’s DL3S DLT platform using its pilot wholesale central bank digital currency (wCBDC).

The transaction formed part of the European Central Bank’s wholesale DLT settlement trials which are due to end this month.

The Banque de France avoids using the term wholesale CBDC, instead referring to it as a tokenized representation of central bank money.

For the CDC issuance, it required synchronizing the issuance of the digitally native note (DNN) on Euroclear’s D-FMI platform with the settlement on the central bank’s DL3S. The DNN was issued in bearer form under French law.

“Choosing (the) Banque de France’s full DLT interoperability solution for settling the cash leg of this issuance stresses the importance of tokenised Central Bank Money for the development of the tokenisation of finance,” said Emmanuelle Assouan, Director General Financial Stability and Operations at Banque de France.

“The operation, performed under CSDR, allowed (the) Banque de France to enrich its connectivity solutions by setting-up a new interoperability link between the 2 DLTs, on top of the HTLC and SWIFT protocols.” 

HTLC refers to a Hashed Timelock Contract which is an escrow-like mechanism in which the money is locked on one DLT, and the asset on the other. If the money is not claimed during the timelock period, the locks can be released.

Euroclear and the central bank worked together on the interoperability solution.

BNP Paribas’ Securities Services was the issuing agent for the transaction, with Crédit Agricole CIB and Natixis CIB as dealers.

Paris Europlace, the French association that supports the Paris financial market, created a working group of banks and asset managers to help in coordination.

ECB trials and France’s DL3S
Meanwhile, the French pilot CBDC solution has been used for some other digital bond issuances. They include a €30 million sovereign bond issued by Slovenia and a small ABN AMRO commercial paper issuance. There were also several other DL3S experiments that involved simulations.

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SEC APPROVES COINCHECK AS FIRST JAPANESE CRYPTO EXCHANGE ON NASDAQ

Coincheck is set to make history as the first Japanese crypto exchange to list on Nasdaq, following SEC approval.

Coincheck, a cryptocurrency exchange headquartered in Tokyo and a subsidiary of Monex Group, is expected to become the first to debut on the Nasdaq Global Market as early as Dec. 10.

On Nov. 13, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission approved the exchange’s application to list on the Nasdaq.

The move, set to occur through a merger with Thunder Bridge Capital Partners (TBCP), marks the first time a Japanese crypto exchange will be listed on a US stock exchange.

The merger with TBCP, a special acquisition purpose company (SPAC), will enable Coincheck to remain a consolidated subsidiary of Monex Group after the listing. It could also encourage other Japanese exchanges to pursue similar moves.

SEC application approval
The SEC’s approval follows the Japanese crypto exchange’s filing of a Form F-4 registration statement on Nov. 7, which became effective on Nov. 12.

With the SEC green light, TBCP can now proceed to hold a shareholder vote on Dec. 5 to approve and finalize the business combination, a necessary step for the listing to proceed.

If the shareholders vote in favor, the merger with TBCP will close, and Coincheck is set to be officially listed on the Nasdaq as soon as Dec. 10, trading under the ticket CNCK.

Nasdaq listing implications
The planned Nasdaq listing would be a significant development for Japan and the US. If the merger is finalized, it will deepen global market integration, potentially inspiring other Japanese crypto exchanges to pursue listings in international markets.

The listing could attract more international crypto firms to American markets for the US, reinforcing the country’s expected pro-crypto regulatory stance under President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration.

SEC influence over crypto
The SEC has shaped crypto in the US through its rigorous oversight of digital assets, exchanges and firms, including issuing multiple Wells notices.

Consensys CEO Joe Lubin, in an interview with Cointelegraph at Devcon 2024 in Thailand, criticized the SEC for restricting innovation in the crypto industry.

Consensys also issued an open letter to the next US president, calling for supportive regulations for crypto and Web3 — a sentiment Lubin echoed at Devcon 2024, where he expressed hope for a smooth transition in SEC leadership.

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STABLECOIN FIRM TETHER PLOWS PROFITS INTO COMMODITY TRADE FINANCE

On Friday Tether, known as the operator of the largest stablecoin, reported its investment division completed its first trade finance transaction in October. It involved providing finance for 670,000 barrels of Middle Eastern crude oil worth around $45 million.

The credit granted was from Tether Investments, a company with $7 billion in equity funded by the profits of the stablecoin firm. Hence, it does not involve the use of stablecoin reserves. However, the Tether stablecoin was used for the payment.

“With USDT, we’re bringing efficiency and speed to markets that have historically relied on slower, more costly payment structures,” said Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether.

“This transaction marks the beginning, as we look to support a broader range of commodities and industries, fostering greater inclusivity and innovation in global finance.”

Tether‘s main stablecoin has a current market capitalization of more than $124 billion.

Tether comes out of the shadows
For years there were doubts about whether the Tether stablecoin was fully backed. The company makes out that these concerns are unwarranted.

 However, the New York Attorney General found that Tether misrepresented the status of the stablecoin reserves during 2018 and 2019 and banned the stablecoin from the state as part of a settlement.

During that time, Tether lent $625 million of its reserves (around a third of the total) to sister company Bitfinex exchange, which would have been insolvent without the funds. With the subsequent Bitcoin rally, Bitfinex managed to recover.

However, since Tether recently became enormously profitable earning $7 billion during the first nine months of 2024, that breach of ethics and trust seems to have been forgotten.

In another positive piece of news for Tether, the co-head of Donald Trump’s transition team is Howard Lutnick, the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald. And Cantor looks after the $100 billion plus in Treasuries and repos that form part of Tether’s stablecoin reserves, making it an important client.

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BREAKING: CARDANO FOUNDER TEASES POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIP WITH RIPPLE

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson hints at a Ripple partnership, praising CEO Brad Garlinghouse amid calls for crypto unity and regulatory clarity.

▪️Hoskinson praises Ripple's Garlinghouse, hinting at a potential Cardano-Ripple partnership amid regulatory calls for industry unity.

▪️Nerayoff criticizes Hoskinson's Ripple remarks, accusing him of political motivations and rewriting past controversies.

▪️Ripple-Cardano potential partnership aims to bolster market positions amid regulatory challenges.

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has hinted at a potential collaboration with Ripple, sparking excitement across the crypto community.

In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Hoskinson praised Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, calling him a “great CEO” and describing their interaction as “extremely collaborative.” This public exchange has fueled speculation that Cardano and Ripple might explore a strategic partnership.

Will Cardano Founder Partner With Ripple CEO?
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s recent comments align with growing calls for collaboration in the cryptocurrency industry.

In his post, the Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse was in agreement with this saying that it was time for the crypto community to ‘unite’ to push for a ‘level playing field’ as well as clear regulation. 

He pointed out that the market should have obvious “rules of the road” to create a level playing field for all crypto assets and companies “A rising tide lifts all boats,” Garlinghouse wrote, positing that a unified crypto industry would be beneficial to the whole system.

This message of unity comes at a time when regulatory pressures and market challenges continue to affect the crypto sector. Ripple, in particular, has been embroiled in a long-standing legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a case that many believe could set an important precedent for the industry.

With Hoskinson’s endorsement and Garlinghouse’s call for collaboration, the potential Ripple-Cardano partnership might aim to strengthen both companies’ positions in the market and support regulatory reform efforts.

Steven Nerayoff Blast Cardano Founder Stance
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson’s positive remarks about Garlinghouse and Ripple reflect a shift from his previously critical stance on XRP and its community. However, not everyone in the crypto community is enthusiastic about this potential partnership. 

Steven Nerayoff, a figure in the blockchain space, has accused Charles Hoskinson of engaging in “damage control” rather than genuine support for Ripple and the XRP community.

He referenced years of perceived hostility from Hoskinson towards Ripple and questioned the timing of Hoskinson’s recent support.

According to Nerayoff, Hoskinson’s remarks signal a “sudden patriotic pivot” that he claims lacks authenticity, suggesting that Hoskinson is motivated by self-interest rather than a true desire to support the industry. He stated,

“Your hollow ‘apology’ to the XRP Community falls flat,”

“Your sudden patriotic pivot and vague ‘Trump Team’ hints reek of desperation,” Nerayoff stated. He argued that Hoskinson’s recent comments are part of a broader effort to “mislead” the public about his role in the crypto community, particularly around key issues like regulation and industry growth.

Accusations of Undermining and Creating Conflict
Nerayoff did not shy away from confrontation and accused Hoskinson of trying to undermine him and Ripple for the past few years. He accused Hoskinson of creating conflict within the crypto industry and spreading “false narratives” to elevate his own projects.

Nerayoff claimed that Hoskinson’s actions have been divisive, and that he has contributed little to the blockchain space other than “pumping his own bags” and fostering animosity.

“You made great efforts to discredit me…Yet it was you who sought my help to make crypto legal,” Nerayoff said, pointing to his early work such as the development of the token utility model and ICO structure which helped to facilitate Ethereum’s growth. He further called Hoskinson as a person who is “free-riding” and a “false prophet” in the blockchain ecosystem.

Charles Hoskinson Highlights Vision for Unity
Hoskinson responded to Nerayoff’s accusations directly, dismissing them in a follow-up post.

“All right, Steve, you just proved everything everyone says about you is true. Best of luck in life,

Concurrently, just hours after expressing admiration for Garlinghouse, he tweeted, “You know what’s unstoppable? When the entire crypto space comes together and unifies to take the industry to the next level.” He continued, “We won’t stop for a rest until there are a billion blockchain users.”

Moreover, Pro XRP lawyer John Deaton has commended the potential collaboration citing a bright future should this milestone be accomplished.

In addition, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has recently expressed optimism about Ripple’s future, despite the prolonged legal battle with the SEC. In his post, he acknowledged the challenges that Ripple and the XRP community have faced, describing the journey as “frustrating” but expressing hope for “light at the end of the tunnel.”

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