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BTCPay Server Foundation receives $25,000 grant from Unbank The BTCPay Server Foundation received a $25,000 grant, paid directly in bitcoin, from Unbank, a cash-focused Bitcoin exchange. “Unbank's support is a testament to the growing recognition of open-source payment solutions in the Bitcoin ecosystem. This grant will help our efforts to enhance BTCPay Server's capabilities and reach,” said BTCPay Server core contributor @UNCLE ROCKSTAR Source:
Bitcoin Safe v1.0.1, a free and open-source Bitcoin desktop savings wallet designed for security and ease of use, is now available. The latest update fixes a missing HWI support in Windows and Mac builds, adds a Dark mode, and implements a delete coin category. h/t @Andreas Griffin
Arizona becomes the 10th state to introduce Strategic Bitcoin Reserve legislation Senate Bill 1025, by Representative Jeff Weninger and Senator Wendy Rogers, titled the Arizona Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act, would allow public funds to invest up to 10% of public monies under their control in virtual currency holdings. The bill: https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/1R/bills/SB1025P.pdf
Massachusetts Senator Peter Durant introduces bill to create Strategic Bitcoin Reserve According to the bill, the State Treasurer is permitted to invest up to 10% of the funds deposited in the Commonwealth Stabilization Fund in bitcoin or digital assets during a fiscal year. Additionally, any bitcoin or other digital assets seized by the commonwealth may also be deposited into the fund. Source: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/SD422.pdf
White House issues an executive order to bolster federal cybersecurity - US President Joe Biden has signed a comprehensive cybersecurity directive aimed at enhancing the government's monitoring of networks, procurement of software, utilization of artificial intelligence (AI), and penalties for foreign hackers. - This 40-page executive order is the Biden administration's last push to leverage AI for security, introduce digital identities for US citizens, and address vulnerabilities that have allowed foreign actors to infiltrate US government systems. - It is unclear if President-elect Donald Trump will maintain these cybersecurity initiatives after taking office on Monday. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2025/01/16/executive-order-on-strengthening-and-promoting-innovation-in-the-nations-cybersecurity/
Trump Plans to Designate Cryptocurrency as a National Priority - Bloomberg President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to issue an executive order to prioritize cryptocurrency as a key policy area and include industry experts in his administration. The executive order is expected to designate 'crypto' as a national priority, directing government agencies to collaborate with the industry. Additionally, it will establish a crypto advisory council to promote the industry's policy goals. These details come from sources familiar with the plans who on the condition of anonymity. Source: https://archive.is/CvMUF
Block Inc fined $80 million for insufficient money laundering controls Block Inc will pay an $80 million fine to 48 state financial regulators for inadequate anti-money laundering protocols in Cash App. As part of the settlement, Block Inc will hire an independent consultant to review and report on its Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering program. Additionally, the company has agreed to implement corrective actions internally, as announced by the Conference of State Bank Supervisors. https://www.reuters.com/technology/state-regulators-fine-block-inc-80-million-anti-money-laundering-violations-2025-01-15/
🇿🇦 South African arrested for transferring $606 in BTC to an alleged terrorist-linked organization in 2017 According to the Hawks, a branch of the South African Police Service, the defendant was apprehended on January 3, 2025, after a multi-year investigation. During his bail hearing on January 10, 2025, he stated his intention to plead not guilty, asserting that the case against him had been exaggerated. Source:
Bitcoin Safe v1.0: Secure Bitcoin Storage Made Easy "Bitcoin Safe 1.0.0 is out with a fully packed feature list," announced @Andreas Griffin. Bitcoin Safe is a Bitcoin savings wallet built with Bitcoin Development Kit (BDK). It aims to simplify singlesig and multisig wallet management for non-technical users while retaining some power user features through an intuitive and attractive user interface.
🇮🇷 Iran's Central Bank Blocks Payment Gateways to Cryptocurrency Exchanges Amid Currency Crisis "These restrictive and destructive decisions in technology policymaking not only eliminate Iran's limited opportunity for economic growth through new technologies but also drive away the country's most important asset - its capable human capital."