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Crypto Price Update
Market News
- The Ethereum blockchain underwent its first stress test of its new data storage system called “blobscriptions” and encountered some challenges.
- Dogecoin (DOGE) continues its impressive rally, with its price reaching its highest level since 2021 and total bets surpassing $2 billion.
- Bitcoin Cash (BCH) surged by 13% in anticipation of its upcoming halving event, while Bitcoin (BTC) remained relatively stable around $70,000.
Feature News: SBF Gets 25 Years
- Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder and former CEO of FTX, was sentenced to 25 years in prison, concluding a months-long sentencing process initiated after the Department of Justice accused him of using FTX as his personal fund.
- He was found guilty of siphoning over $8 billion in customer funds for venture investments, celebrity endorsements, and a luxurious lifestyle, leading to a conviction on seven counts of fraud, money laundering, and conspiracy.
- The jury, taking less than five hours, convicted Bankman-Fried in early November, potentially facing up to 110 years, but ultimately received a 25-year sentence.
- Amidst the sentencing, there was significant public interest, with many betting on the outcome on crypto gambling sites, highlighting the widespread attention the case garnered.
- Bankman-Fried’s defense proposed a 5-7 year sentence, arguing a longer term would prevent him from leading a meaningful life, while the government sought 40-50 years, emphasizing the need to highlight the severity of the crimes and deter future financial misconduct.
Regulation
- Very few jurisdictions have started regulating crypto, says the Financial Action Task Force.
- The NTC has ordered ISPs in the Philippines to block access to Binance website.
DeFi
- The token for Mantle, a layer-2 blockchain, reached a new high after launching its reward system. Another project, BOB, a hybrid layer-2 solution, secured $10 million in funding.
- Ethena is airdropping 750 million ENA tokens.
Web3 Gaming
- Illuvium is hinting that there will be an airdrop following its $12 million funding round.
- Plots.Finance is airdropping tokens across multiple gaming ecosystems.
Upcoming Event (Update)
“Push to the Limits” – A nationwide #Web3 Philippine Hackathon
- Brought you by ISLA Camp (ICP HUB Philippines)
- The applications are open to developers and teams based in the Philippines who are:
- Willing to build projects in Web3
- Willing to build projects on the Internet Computer Protocol
- Competitive enough to be the Top 3 on a Php 225,000 pool prize
- Looking to be incubated by ISLA Camp (ICP HUB Philippines) and jumpstart their journey into blockchain and Web3
- Looking to get funding via Grants
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