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Joint protocol is a peer-to-peer system that allows users to exchange cryptocurrencies (ERC20 Tokens) for off-chain assets like fiat, gift cards, and other real-world assets (and vice versa). It is also capable of allowing exchange between any two on-chain assets.
UK Sanctions 18 Russia-Linked Crypto Entities, Applying Bank-Like Restrictions to Crypto Exchanges for the First Time
According to CoinDesk, the UK has imposed sanctions on 18 entities and individuals accused of assisting Russia in circumventing Western restrictions and financing its war in Ukraine. Among those sanctioned are the cryptocurrency exchange Huobi Global S.A. (operated by HTX) and the stablecoin issuer Open Joint Stock Company “Virtual Asset Issuer.” This marks the first time the UK has applied Regulation 17A—which targets sanctioned banks—to cryptocurrency exchanges, requiring UK financial institutions and crypto service providers to freeze related funds, trace on-chain transactions, and refrain from maintaining correspondent relationships with or processing payments for sanctioned parties. The sanctions specifically target the A7 payment network.
Anthropic Plans Joint Venture with Blackstone and Goldman Sachs
informed sources have revealed Anthropic is finalizing an agreement to establish a new joint venture with Blackstone Group, Goldman Sachs, and several other Wall Street firms. The venture aims to sell artificial intelligence tools to companies backed by private equity. (Jinshi)
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South Korean prosecutors have indicted a criminal group for manipulating the Solana-based meme coin CATFI—the first case of unfair trading under South Korea’s Virtual Asset User Protection Act.
South Seoul District Prosecutors’ Office’s Joint Investigation Team for Virtual Asset Crimes has filed detention-based indictments against two individuals and non-detention indictments against three others in connection with the rug pull of the Solana meme coin CATFI on a decentralized exchange (DEX). According to prosecutors, this is the first case applying the “unfair trading” provision of the Virtual Asset User Protection Act—and the first instance in which the masterminds behind a DEX rug pull have faced detention-based indictment.
UK Sanctions 18 Russia-Linked Crypto Entities, Applying Bank-Like Restrictions to Crypto Exchanges for the First Time
According to CoinDesk, the UK has imposed sanctions on 18 entities and individuals accused of assisting Russia in circumventing Western restrictions and financing its war in Ukraine. Among those sanctioned are the cryptocurrency exchange Huobi Global S.A. (operated by HTX) and the stablecoin issuer Open Joint Stock Company “Virtual Asset Issuer.” This marks the first time the UK has applied Regulation 17A—which targets sanctioned banks—to cryptocurrency exchanges, requiring UK financial institutions and crypto service providers to freeze related funds, trace on-chain transactions, and refrain from maintaining correspondent relationships with or processing payments for sanctioned parties. The sanctions specifically target the A7 payment network.
Donald Trump: Cancels Planned Military Strike Against Iran Tomorrow
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he had received requests from the Emir of Qatar, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, and the President of the UAE to postpone the planned military strike against Iran originally scheduled for tomorrow, as serious negotiations are currently underway. They believe that an agreement can be reached, one that would be highly acceptable to the United States, countries in the Middle East, and the broader region. Key content of the agreement would include: Iran must not possess nuclear weapons! Out of respect for these leaders, I have instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Daniel Caine, and the U.S. military to call off the strike against Iran planned for tomorrow. However, I have also further instructed them to be prepared to immediately execute a large-scale, comprehensive military strike against Iran if an acceptable agreement is not reached. (Jin Shi)
Anthropic Plans Joint Venture with Blackstone and Goldman Sachs
informed sources have revealed Anthropic is finalizing an agreement to establish a new joint venture with Blackstone Group, Goldman Sachs, and several other Wall Street firms. The venture aims to sell artificial intelligence tools to companies backed by private equity. (Jinshi)
Coinbase and Other Crypto Institutions Send Joint Letter to U.S. Senate Urging Passage of the CLARITY Act
the crypto advocacy groups Blockchain Association and CCI, together with over 120 industry institutions including Coinbase, Ripple, Kraken, and Circle, have sent a joint letter to the U.S. Senate Banking Committee, urging an accelerated review process for the CLARITY Act. The industry parties stated that the United States needs to establish a unified regulatory framework for digital asset markets, clarify regulatory responsibilities, and strengthen investor protection. They emphasized that relying solely on enforcement-based regulation cannot create a long-term stable environment. The institutions warned that prolonged policy ambiguity will lead to an outflow of capital, talent, and technology, weakening America's strategic advantages. They also called for the development of tailored federal unified regulatory rules for stablecoins, tokenized assets, and decentralized technologies.
HTX Launches Spot × Margin Trading Linked Promotion: Trade to Qualify for 5-Day Interest-Free Margin Loans and Share a $10,000 USDT Prize Pool
According to the official announcement, Huobi HTX is launching a limited-time Spot × Margin Trading Joint Promotion. Users who complete designated spot and margin trading tasks will receive Coin Interest Coupons and unlock time-limited interest-free benefits. From 18:00 on April 20 to 18:00 on April 30, 2024 (UTC+8), users who achieve a cumulative spot trading volume of ≥1,000 USDT will receive up to 100 USDT in Coin Interest Coupons. Additionally, users who complete the spot trading task and further achieve a margin trading volume of ≥10,000 USDT will unlock time-limited, capped interest-free benefits—up to 5 days of capped interest-free borrowing plus 100 USDT in Coin Interest Coupons. For full event details: