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BRC-20 Indexer Upgrade Brings Ethereum-Like Features to Bitcoin

The BRC-20 token protocol has added Ethereum Virtual Machine support, opening the door to decentralized apps and DeFi on Bitcoin.Source link

Bank of China Stock Jumps Amid Rumours of Stablecoin Licensing Plans

Reports that Bank of China Hong Kong plans to apply for a local stablecoin license have fueled speculation and a surge in share prices.Source link

Former Cred Execs Sentenced to Federal Prison For $150M Crypto Fraud

The prison terms reflect executive responsibility in crypto fraud cases, with sentences based on “cooperation and leadership hierarchy.”Source link

Nike, StockX End Trademark Clash Over NFTs and Fake Shoes

The settlement ends a three-year legal battle over sneaker NFTs designed to track ownership and counterfeit claims.Source link

Binance Taps Compliance Veteran for APAC Role as Australia Tightens Oversight

Experts say the timing is strategic as Binance Australia faces an 18-day deadline to comply with the AUSTRAC audit order over AML failures.Source link