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The Securities and Exchange Commission has expanded its timeline for determining exchange trade funds (ETFs) related to Polkadot (DOT) and Hedera (HBAR).According to a regulatory filing posted on April 24, the SEC pushed for the Grayscale proposal to convert Polkadot Trust into Spot ETFs and the decision deadline for Canary Capital’s plans to list Spot HBAR ETFs on June 11.The agency also announced until June 10th that it will delay Bitwise’s proposed decision on joint Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) ETFs.In both submissions, the SEC stated it would be appropriate to specify a longer review period so that the proposal…

The Indian government is under pressure to retaliate against hostile neighbour Pakistan, accusing the former of sponsoring the terrorist attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, which saw the murder of more than 28 civilians, including international tourists.India and Pakistan are both nuclear-powered countries, and have been at war with four examples over the past 75 years for geopolitical reasons. However, in the last 20 years, whenever India was a victim of a terrorist attack, it has avoided a full-scale war with Pakistan, rather opting for a multifaceted approach of economic real estate, international pressure and boycott.After the recent terrorist attacks in…

Disclosure: The opinions and opinions expressed here belong to the authors solely and do not represent the views or opinions of the crypto.news editorial. In just five years, Stablecoins have grown from a niche instrument to a $250 billion market. These digital assets now form the infrastructure essential for crypto adoption, enable transactions, and provide the foundation for the Defi protocol. But beneath this growth there is a troublesome reality. The dominant stubcoins carry hidden risks that contradict the fundamental principles of crypto. Recent history tells a warning story. When Terrausd collapsed in 2022, it wiped out billions overnight. Meanwhile,…

Elizabeth Hansson |Detroit NewsThe next great technological revolution is unfolding, and the United States risks sitting on the sidelines. Countries like Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, Switzerland, Hong Kong and Germany are actively bringing blockchain innovators with clear policies and investment incentives to justice, but the US is plagued by regulatory uncertainty. For decades, America has guided the shaping of the internet, finance and technology, but without quick action, there is a risk of giving away to countries that are moving faster and thinking bigger about their competitiveness in the digital economy.Blockchain has become one of the most transformative technologies…

Disclosure: The opinions and opinions expressed here belong to the authors solely and do not represent the views or opinions of the crypto.news editorial. Fans were unsettled when Openai’s image generator debuted the ability to mimic Studio Ghibli’s iconic animation style. But the real shock wasn’t just the creepy and accurate results. It was a revelation that Ghibli’s works were likely to have been scrapped to train the models without permission or compensation, like countless others. The heritage of the beloved studio, built over decades, was ingested by machines and spit out for fun. This is not an isolated case.…

Utah has rolled out the red carpet for one of America’s most exploitative industries.In the decline time of the legal session, Utah gave free governance to the unregulated, environmentally destructive crypto industry, along with the passage of amendments to HB230, blockchain and digital innovation. The newly passed law encloses what is called “correct,” implements crypto, independent digital assets, blockchain nodes, and bets tokens with minimal interference or surveillance.Don’t make mistakes – this is not an innovation. It hurts all Yutans who pays the electricity bill and cares about clean air and water, or believe that public funds should serve the…

Disclosure: The opinions and opinions expressed here belong to the authors solely and do not represent the views or opinions of the crypto.news editorial. Artificial intelligence has become a powerful force in the financial ecosystem and offers faster, data-driven insights that promise to improve investment, lending and risk management. From AI advisors who personalize both corporate and individual financial strategies to sophisticated trading systems that make data-driven decisions in microseconds, there is much room for growth in the financial AI sector. But there is one major problem. It’s bias. Despite providing what appears to be speed, accuracy and objectivity, financial…

Disclosure: The opinions and opinions expressed here belong to the authors solely and do not represent the views or opinions of the crypto.news editorial. Our timeline was filled with a bunch of ghosts from pastel Miyazaki. Studio Ghibli-style AI generation has become the new favorite aesthetic of the internet. The PFPS and marketing campaigns were reborn overnight with the warmth of watercolor painting. Selfies rendered as Soot Sprites. The results are attractive yet deeply unstable. why? Since Miyazaki Hay didn’t draw them, no one asked for permission. This is not just a copyright issue. This is a matter of authenticity,…

Opinion: Alexander Guseff, Founder and CEO of TectumCrypto companies have spent years pushing digital wallets and exchange apps. The reality is: 1.4 billion people remain banks, with almost no more than 8% of crypto adoptions. With all the stories about decentralization and accessibility, the industry continues to overlook billions who rely on cash for their daily lives.In developing countries in Africa, South Asia and Latin America, cash is more than just dominant. That is essential. Banking services are sparse, smartphone penetration is low, and digital literacy remains a hurdle. It is unrealistic to expect these groups to be mounted through…

Cryptographic podcasters should always assume that their viewers don’t know anything 15 ABRIL 2025-10:00 AM Cointelegraph Opinion: Blake Cassidy, CEO of Bamboo The Crypto podcast was a go-to source for newcomers and helped bring Crypto into the mainstream. However, it is important to remember that podcasters are constantly tuned as fresh faces grow. “You might say that learning Spanish will be easier as you buy FOMO, buy DIP, ignore FUD and tune for Wagmi to just try to learn Crypto. Podcasters are more important than ever for crypto adoption rates It’s important to attract regular listeners, but it can certainly…