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Citizens Bank has reported a significant data breach affecting 8,358 customers, with sensitive information such as Social Security numbers and account details potentially compromised due to insider wrongdoing on October 23, 2023. The bank is offering a two-year identity theft credit monitoring service to those impacted. This incident follows a previous breach in August that exposed the personal information of around 100 customers.
Ki Young Ju, founder of CryptoQuant, proposes that the U.S. could strategically accumulate 1 million Bitcoin (BTC) to offset a significant portion of its debt, potentially clearing 70% of domestically held liabilities by 2050. He emphasizes the need for Bitcoin to gain market acceptance and stability to be considered a viable reserve asset, akin to gold. Despite skepticism from some financial leaders, Ju believes that establishing a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve could enhance Bitcoin's credibility and role in global finance.
Several U.S. states, including Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, are proposing legislation to establish strategic Bitcoin reserves amid concerns over the devaluation of the U.S. Dollar. Texas aims to create a Bitcoin stockpile with a five-year holding requirement, while Pennsylvania's bill allows the state Treasurer to invest up to 10% of various funds into Bitcoin. Ohio's proposal grants the State Treasurer discretionary power to purchase Bitcoin, reflecting a growing trend among states to leverage digital assets for financial security.
CyberKongz, a gaming NFT project, has received a Wells Notice from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), raising concerns about its ERC-20 token's integration with blockchain games and a 2021 contract migration. The team expressed disappointment with the SEC's approach and emphasized the potential implications for the Web3 gaming industry, asserting their commitment to contest the SEC's position and advocate for clearer regulatory guidelines. The notice allows CyberKongz 30 days to respond before the SEC decides on potential enforcement actions.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are set to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President-elect Trump, aiming to cut federal budget waste and restructure agencies. Despite Musk's lighthearted claims about Dogecoin, his support has significantly influenced its market value, recently pushing it to a three-year high.
Tether's CEO, Paolo Ardoino, projects a net profit exceeding $10 billion for 2024, with plans to invest over half into strategic projects, including AI and regulatory-compliant innovations under the MiCA framework. The company's reserve management, featuring U.S. government bonds and gold, supports USDT's stability and profitability, enabling significant investments like a $775 million stake in a popular video-sharing platform. Tether aims to enhance its influence in both the financial and technology sectors while fostering the development of MiCA-compliant stablecoins to boost liquidity in Europe.
In 2024, the top five Big Tech firms—Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google—account for approximately 25% of U.S. equity value, driven by surging AI revenues and a combined market cap of around $15 trillion. This concentration has raised concerns about a potential AI-related asset price bubble, as stock prices have outpaced earnings growth. Investors are now questioning whether these companies can sustain their growth amid evolving market dynamics and competition.
The Ripple lawsuit against Bradley Sostack is set against a backdrop of regulatory challenges and potential political instability in the U.S. Key dates include a mediation questionnaire due on December 23, 2024, and a critical presentation of arguments in March 2025. The outcome could significantly impact the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, particularly XRP, amid ongoing concerns about the SEC's effectiveness and the broader implications for innovation and investor protection.
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the first hybrid Bitcoin and Ethereum index exchange-traded funds (ETFs) from Franklin Templeton and Hashdex, set to launch in January 2025. These ETFs will hold spot BTC and ETH in an 80:20 ratio, with potential for future inclusion of other cryptocurrencies pending regulatory approval. The approval reflects the SEC's alignment with the Exchange Act's criteria, emphasizing investor safeguards against fraud and manipulation.
UBS has raised its price target for FedEx (FDX) to $350 from $311, maintaining a Buy rating. The firm's plan to separate its package and LTL businesses is expected to enhance shareholder value in the medium term, with a positive initial response anticipated for both the separation plan and Q2 results.
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