Competing voices from the White House fuelled uncertainty before the president announced a sweeping pause, experts say.
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Trump freezes $2bn in Harvard funding after university rejects demands
The White House sent a sweeping list of requirements to the university last week, which it said were aimed at fighting antisemitism.
Homeland Security Launches Investigation Into Anchorage Digital: Barron’s
Homeland Security’s El Dorado Task Force, dedicated to fighting money laundering, initiated an investigation into Anchorage Digital Bank according to Barron’s. The federally chartered crypto bank previously faced regulatory issues with the OCC and recently partnered with BlackRock for custody services worth billions.
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Bybit Denies $1.4M Listing Fee and School Promo Claims
Bybit has responded to allegations of exorbitant listing fees and campus program misconduct, which the exchange later stood on maximum transparency in its token evaluation process.
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Chinese Fraud Ring Jailed for $6.2M Scam Targeting 66,800 Indian Victims
A Chinese court has sentenced nine fraudsters behind a $6.2M China fraud ring that targeted over 66,800 Indian victims using fake investment apps, romance baiting, and crypto-based laundering channels tied to USDT.
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South Korean Crypto Industry Smarts at Stablecoin Regulation Plans
South Korean crypto industry insiders have expressed dismay at lawmakers’ plans to police the stablecoin industry, calling proposals “unfair.”
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Vitalik Buterin Calls for Stronger Privacy in Web3, Citing Rising Data Risks
Vitalik Buterin urges the Web3 community to prioritize privacy as a core feature, highlighting its importance in safeguarding personal autonomy amid rising data risks and advancing decentralized technologies.
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Ant smugglers caught with hundreds of prized insects in Kenya
It is believed the ants were destined for exotic pet markets in Europe and Asia.
South Africa appoints special envoy to ease US relations
Relations are at an all-time low – South Africa’s ambassador to the US was expelled last month.
5.2-magnitude earthquake hits California near San Diego
There are no reports of injuries or major damage after the quake struck on Monday morning.