5 most surprising and impactful news stories in the world of cryptocurrencies.
1. Attempted kidnapping of a crypto CEO's daughter in Paris
On May 13, three masked individuals attempted to kidnap the daughter of a CEO of a cryptocurrency platform in Paris. The attack was thwarted by a local merchant who used a fire extinguisher to scare off the assailants. This is the third recent attack against entrepreneurs in the crypto sector in France.
2. Illegal mining farm dismantled in Spain
The Civil Guard dismantled a sophisticated cryptocurrency mining setup on a farm in Totana, Murcia. Nearly 50 mining rigs and over 100 graphics cards were found, illegally connected to the power grid.
3. Donald Trump promotes cryptocurrencies from the White House
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to make the country the world capital of cryptocurrencies, while simultaneously making significant investments in the sector, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest.
4. Coinbase enters the S&P 500
The cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase has been included in the S&P 500 index, reflecting the growing recognition and adoption of cryptocurrencies in traditional financial markets.
5. Trump repeals regulations on AI and cryptocurrencies
President Trump signed a decree to repeal the regulations of his predecessor, Joe Biden, on Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrencies, arguing that they hindered innovation and positioning the U.S. as a leader in these technologies.
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