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Telegram has significantly strengthened its position in the cryptocurrency space, announcing that their cryptocurrency business will exceed $1.3 billion in the first half of 2024. The main driver of growth is the integration of crypto payments in the messenger through TON (The Open Network), which facilitates transactions for more than 800 million active users. This move allowed Telegram to create a new ecosystem for digital payments, including convenient token exchange and support for smart contracts.

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Stripe, a leading payment platform, has announced the acquisition of Bridge, a cryptocurrency company specializing in automating stablecoin transactions. The deal is valued at $1.1 billion. This step indicates the active integration of cryptocurrencies into traditional financial services. Stripe plans to use Bridge to simplify international payments, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses that face high costs for bank transfers via SWIFT.

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A Shanghai court has taken an important step for the cryptocurrency sector by recognizing digital assets, including Bitcoin, as a legal form of property. This decision does not mean the legalization of cryptocurrency trading in China, where strict regulatory control and a ban on mining and crypto trading were previously introduced. However, this precedent ensures that cryptocurrencies can be protected by law in matters of ownership. For example, it allows you to go to court in case of fraud or theft of digital assets.

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On November 22, 2024, the company Arkham Intelligence, known for its innovations in cryptocurrency data analytics, announced the launch of a new crypto exchange available in Ukraine. This platform integrates artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze the market and improve trading efficiency. This is an important event, because Ukraine became one of the first countries where access to this technology was implemented.

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The American company Hilcorp is starting a pilot bitcoin mining project in the North Slope region of Alaska. The mining center will be located at the base of the Endicott oil field, where residual gas will be used to power the equipment. This innovative solution involves the efficient use of energy resources that are usually released into the atmosphere or burned.

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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with blockchain technologies has become one of the key trends in the cryptocurrency world. This combination opens up new opportunities for optimizing transactions, creating decentralized applications (dApps), and ensuring security. For example, Fetch.ai uses AI to automate trading and market analysis, allowing for lower transaction costs. Fetch.ai token price increased by more than 210% in the first months of 2024

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China continues to actively develop its national digital currency - digital yuan (e-CNY), which is becoming increasingly integrated into the country's financial system. As of November 2024, the number of e-CNY users has grown significantly, and the currency itself has begun to be used not only for small purchases, but also for paying utilities, taxes, and large business transactions. Special emphasis is placed on testing in million-strong cities and actively developing regions.

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Screven County, Georgia, USA, was the first to use blockchain technology to count votes in elections. This initiative has become a ground-breaking solution in ensuring the transparency of the electoral process, as the data recorded in the blockchain is immutable and open to verification. The counting of votes was based on the decentralized Bitcoin network, which excludes the possibility of forgery and manipulation.

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After the victory of Donald Trump in the presidential elections in the USA, there was an initiative to include Bitcoin in the national reserves. Senator Cynthia Loomis, known for her support of cryptocurrencies, proposed the move as part of a larger strategy to integrate digital assets into the US financial system. Her argument is that Bitcoin can become the "digital gold" of the future, providing the country's reserves against inflationary risks and strengthening its financial independence.

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Currently, the activity in the derivatives markets (i.e. financial derivatives markets) in bitcoin trading has decreased significantly. This is due to the fact that investors have become more cautious after recent political events, including the victory of Donald Trump in the US presidential election.

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An innovative project in the field of digital payments has started in Singapore, which allows you to pay for purchases by simply scanning your palm. Visa is partnering with Chinese giant Tencent to implement biometric palm recognition technology for payments. The new system allows customers to make transactions without having to carry a physical bank card or even a mobile phone. This innovation is aimed at simplifying the payment process and increasing convenience for users.

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Several European cryptocurrency exchanges are coming together in a strategic alliance to create a single ecosystem that will facilitate investors' access to digital assets and increase liquidity. The aim of the partnership is to provide convenience to traders who will be able to easily trade various cryptocurrencies through a unified platform. The initiative also aims to improve the security of transactions by implementing new data protection standards that will strengthen trust among users.

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In Ukraine, the development of blockchain startups is intensifying, relying on the support of the government and the growing interest in digital technologies. The country aims to become a regional center for cryptocurrencies and blockchain, offering favorable conditions for startups. Recent legislative initiatives are aimed at legalizing and regulating the crypto industry, which can stimulate the development of new projects and attract investment.

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Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election was an important event for the crypto world. Trump has promised to replace Gary Gensler, the head of the SEC, which could have a positive effect on the regulation of cryptocurrencies. This caused Bitcoin to rise to a new record high of around $75,000, with around $180 million liquidated in short positions. It is believed that Trump's return could also strengthen pro-crypto politics in the US Congress, with more than 247 pro-crypto candidates elected to the House of Representatives and another 15 - to the Senate

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Blockchain-based games are gaining popularity, because more and more users want not only to have fun, but also to earn money while playing. One of the main categories of such games is play-to-earn (P2E) style projects, which allow players to receive real income for participating in the game. Among the new games stand out, for example, Hamster Kombat and Tap Swap - both are integrated with Web3, which ensures their decentralization and the possibility of owning virtual assets.

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Visa and Coinbase have announced a new phase of collaboration aimed at integrating cryptocurrency payments into everyday purchases via debit cards. By connecting their Coinbase crypto wallets to their Visa cards, users will be able to make cryptocurrency payments anywhere in the world where Visa is accepted. The platform automatically converts digital assets into fiat money, ensuring convenience and instant transactions.

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The state of Florida is considering including bitcoin in its pension funds, part of a broader trend in the US to integrate cryptocurrencies into traditional investment portfolios. Given that pension funds typically seek long-term stability, Florida's decision drew attention, as cryptocurrency investments are considered high-risk due to their volatility. However, against the backdrop of inflation and fluctuations in financial markets, Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a possible means of protecting capital against economic risks.

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Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has announced plans to speed up the licensing process for cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the region, with the aim of providing additional support to the industry. This decision is related to the intention to make Hong Kong a leading center for cryptocurrency innovation and attract investors from all over the world. The commission plans to issue the first licenses by the end of 2024, which will make it possible to officially regulate the activities of numerous crypto exchanges. This approach is seen as a competitive advantage against the backdrop of other financial centers such as Singapore, which also actively support cryptocurrency businesses. Licensing creates a more transparent environment for investors, which will contribute to increasing confidence in the cryptocurrency market in Hong Kong, as well as open new opportunities for international capital and the development of blockchain projects