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Crypto Mining Stocks: Are Bitcoin Halving & BTC ETFs Enough to Buy?
Riot Platforms is up 37% over the month whilst Marathon Digital Holdings has jumped more than 65% - is it too late to buy crypto mining stocks?

Japan Considers Axing Crypto Corporate Tax
Japan's current corporate tax based on mark-to-market valuations is driving Web3 firms to seek solace in Singapore, Dubai and Switzerland.

Binance's 'Fine' Dining: $4 Billion Settlement News Served to VIPs First
Binance’s “VIP” clients were told about its $4.3 billion settlement two months before public knowledge over a private dinner at Singapore's exclusive 1880 members club.

Crypto Whales Are Quietly Stacking Up on Bitcoin, Should You Too?
MicroStrategy just added another 6,130 BTC whilst a mysterious whale (BitMeX) bought 12,070 Bitcoin as the SEC meets with Grayscale and BlackRock

"Crypto is Better With Binance" Says Binance in Unintentionally Ironic Campaign
"Crypto is Better With Binance" demonstrates nothing other than Binance has a sense of humour

The Rising Tide of Institutional Investment in Digital Assets: Insights from the Fixed Income & FX Leaders Summit
Industry experts came together to discuss the rising institutional adoption of digital assets, the transformative role of blockchain and smart contracts in enhancing security, and how technological advancements and regulatory developments are boosting investor confidence.

Coinbase Stock is Outperforming Bitcoin... Buy Now?
Bitcoin is up over 128% year to date but Coinbase is up more than 248%. Which one are you buying?

Navigating Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethics
What are the ethical considerations surrounding AI in finance and its impact on society? How can responsible AI deployment and human oversight find equilibrium between innovation and ethics? Explore how DBS Bank and industry leaders are shaping the future of AI ethics.

SFF 2023 Returns With Fewer Crypto Booths But More Crypto Chat
Singapore Fintech Festival 2023 saw a record number of attendees and whilst there were fewer crypto booths, Web3 chat was ubiquitous

Blockchain Founders Fund Partner Tobias Bauer Talks Tokenization, SBF, AI
Ahead of his appearance at the Fixed Income & FX APAC 2023, Bauer offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the burgeoning realm of digital assets.

“We’re Setting the Pace”: How Google Is Leading Web3 Cloud Computing
Google Cloud's Head of Web3, James Tromans, explains how the tech giant is staying abreast of the competition

"No Path Forward in the US": Winklevoss Twins Hold Nothing Back Against Regulators
From Zuckerberg to DCG, Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss aren't the type to shy away from a fight. Could the SEC be next on their radar? Blockhead sat down with the twins to find out.

From F1 Tracks to Soda Racks: OKX's Vision to Make Crypto as Ubiquitous as Coca-Cola
OKX is on a roll with its brand partnerships, counting Manchester City, McLaren and the Tribeca Film Festival, among others. All this feeds into its vision for its brand to be "like Coca-Cola." OKX CCO Lennix Lai explains more.

Singapore's DigiFT Wins MAS Regulatory Approval
DigiFT has graduated from the MAS FinTech Regulatory Sandbox to becoming a Capital Markets Services licence holder and a Recognised Market Operator
Crypto Firms Welcome Singapore's Proactive Regulatory Framework
Discover how the cryptocurrency industry is reacting to Singapore's latest regulatory measures as MAS aims to strike a balance between innovation and protection in Singapore's approach to digital finance.

Atletico Madrid Sues WhaleFin Over Unpaid Jersey Sponsorship
Atletico Madrid is seeking €20 million in damages from Singapore crypto platform Amber Group, which powers WhaleFin.
MAS Ban on Credit Card Purchases Among Tighter Crypto Investment Rules in Singapore
The Monetary Authority of Singapore claims credit cards could allow retail customers “easy access to debt financing"

The Rising Tide of Institutional Investment in Digital Assets: Insights from the Fixed Income & FX Leaders Summit
Industry experts came together to discuss the rising institutional adoption of digital assets, the transformative role of blockchain and smart contracts in enhancing security, and how technological advancements and regulatory developments are boosting investor confidence.

Blockchain Founders Fund Partner Tobias Bauer Talks Tokenization, SBF, AI
Ahead of his appearance at the Fixed Income & FX APAC 2023, Bauer offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities in the burgeoning realm of digital assets.

Countdown to SFF 2023: AI, Web3, and the Future of Finance
Blockhead takes a look at what to expect at SFF 2023, and key panels you can't miss. Also, read on for an exclusive discount on tickets for our Blockhead fam.

Fixed Income & FX APAC's Star-Studded Lineup Beckons
Fixed Income & FX APAC is back on 22-23 November 2023 at the Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore!

From F1 Tracks to Soda Racks: OKX's Vision to Make Crypto as Ubiquitous as Coca-Cola
OKX is on a roll with its brand partnerships, counting Manchester City, McLaren and the Tribeca Film Festival, among others. All this feeds into its vision for its brand to be "like Coca-Cola." OKX CCO Lennix Lai explains more.

NEAR Protocol's Illia Polosukhin Believes THIS is a Great Opportunity for Institutional Players
After taking the No. 1 spot for the most used dApp with the successful launch of KAIKAINOW, we caught up with NEAR's Illia Polosukhin to ask him about recent controversies surrounding the blockchain and its future at Token2049.

We Went to Yat Siu's Suite, This is What He Told Us
We hung out with Animoca Brands founder Yat Siu at his suite in Bali. Here's the tea.

Blockhead Speaks to The Sandbox's Sébastien Borget
The Sandbox Co-Founder Sebastien Borget talks exclusively with Blockhead about metaverse relevance, digital ownership, decentralisation, and token utility
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The Rising Tide of Institutional Investment in Digital Assets: Insights from the Fixed Income & FX Leaders Summit
Industry experts came together to discuss the rising institutional adoption of digital assets, the transformative role of blockchain and smart contracts in enhancing security, and how technological advancements and regulatory developments are boosting investor confidence.

Navigating Artificial Intelligence: Balancing Innovation with Ethics
What are the ethical considerations surrounding AI in finance and its impact on society? How can responsible AI deployment and human oversight find equilibrium between innovation and ethics? Explore how DBS Bank and industry leaders are shaping the future of AI ethics.

The Binance Effect: What CZ's Exit Means for Crypto Markets
With Changpeng Zhao out and Richard Teng in, what does Binance's overhaul mean for the crypto markets?
Bullish on Media: Why This Crypto Exchange Acquired CoinDesk
Bullish exchange's acquisition of Coindesk highlights the delicate balance between business interests and journalistic integrity in crypto media

Hong Kong’s Plan to Greenlight Spot Crypto ETFs: Smart Move or Foolish Gamble?
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is considering allowing spot crypto ETFs, a move that could position Hong Kong as a digital asset hub in Asia. The city's move could set a precedent for other Asian countries, driving responsible growth in the crypto space.

DeFi Regulation: New Approaches, Same Outcomes
Blockhead contributor Kenneth Bok highlights some suggestions on how DeFi can be regulated, with specific reference to the Crypto Council for Innovation’s excellent report on DeFi regulation.