Brian D. Evans

🚨 Breaking News in Crypto Regulation! 🚨 I had an enlightening conversation with Laura Sanders from the Blockchain Association about recent pivotal developments in the crypto regulatory landscape. Here's what we delved into: ⚖️ SEC's Dealer Rule Overturned: A federal court has invalidated the SEC's reinterpretation of the term "dealer," siding with crypto advocacy groups who argued that the SEC mischaracterized the business of dealing. 📝 Gary Gensler's Resignation: SEC Chair Gary Gensler has announced his resignation, effective January 20, 2025, coinciding with President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. 🗳️ Future of Crypto Regulations: With the incoming Trump administration, there's anticipation of a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment, potentially leading to clearer guidelines and reduced enforcement actions against crypto entities. Don't miss this comprehensive discussion on the evolving dynamics of crypto regulation and what the future holds for the industry! 🚀 📺 https://lnkd.in/eiUFYE6z

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Most people think stablecoins are just another type of cryptocurrency. But stablecoins like USDC offer far more than just digital currency. Check out the new Web3 CMO Stories podcast episode with Mercina Tillemann Perez, VP of Impact at Circle: 🟣 Audio: https://lnkd.in/d74AVmnz 🟣 Blog: https://lnkd.in/dXMQiMW5 Stablecoins combine #blockchain efficiency with the stability of traditional currencies. Stop viewing them as speculative assets. Here’s what stablecoins truly enable: ✔️ Fast, affordable cross-border payments ✔️ Financial inclusion for underserved communities ✔️ Secure, transparent humanitarian aid distribution ✔️ Real-time payments for small and medium-sized enterprises #USDC, for example, has helped migrant workers send money home efficiently. It has enabled healthcare workers in crisis zones to receive aid securely. And it’s providing digital financial literacy to empower the next generation. Businesses of all sizes can benefit from lower transaction fees and increased liquidity. Adopting #stablecoins can revolutionize how we handle global commerce. Ask yourself: Are you leveraging stablecoins to their full potential?

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Nike is blogging about how their digital collectibles won't require a wallet, cryptocurrency, or blockchain. They quietly closed RTFKT and are now putting out .Swoosh content without any cumbersome blockchain crap. So let's pour one out and continue to piss on the grave of the dead 'web3' movement that got EVERYTHING wrong about digital collection. Don't worry most of the 'web3' folks have rebranded to 'Gen' AI and now love the Cloud. And Games continue to lead with digital inventory because we have functional uses for it... IN GAME. ---- Jan 12, 2024: "An Update on the Future of .SWOOSH" "In 2023, we’ve learned so much about virtual products, co-creation, and self-expression. We hosted community learning workshops in over 10 cities, launched a signature collection, debuted “Airphoria”, our first game world in Fortnite, and invited fans to unlock physical sneakers tied to virtual products." "We also confirmed that a virtual product’s value should be based on the enjoyment it gives you when using it to express yourself or unlocking access to physical product. It’s more about the joy of collecting — of being a true fan — not just a transaction. In the next year, you’ll see this come to life as we launch more variations of virtual products that expand your love of self-expression. We’ll go way deeper into video gaming with the launch of a new line of virtual products — Nike In-Game Wearables. In-Game Wearables are different than our digital collectibles because you can purchase and wear these collections directly in your favorite video games. You’ll also be able to unlock exclusive physical apparel and footwear in the real world based on the in-game wearables you purchased. You won’t need a wallet to store any of these new products — you’ll just link your game accounts to Nike. More on that later." (keep reading) Nike .Swoosh Blog: https://lnkd.in/gFDMUvuw ----  APR 15, 2024 (Richard Lawler): The Verge: "Nike’s 404 Error Air Force 1 arrives on April 23rd.Despite being a .Swoosh-exclusive this BSOD-themed shoe doesn’t have any NFT links or crypto wallet requirements (although you will need to register an account by April 18th). Nike’s web3 plans for .Swoosh seem mostly dead, with a January blog post saying digital gaming item tie-ins will skip the blockchain and instead just link to Nike accounts." TheVerge: https://lnkd.in/geJvzNTR ---- Nike .Swoosh and the 404 error shoes that no longer use anything 'web3'. https://www.swoosh.nike/ ---- Back in 2022 Nike wanted .Swoosh to mean something schmetaverse. That lasted for a year: Nov 14, 2022: The Verge: "Nike is still trying to make NFTs happen with .Swoosh/ The company’s launching .Swoosh, a Web3 platform that will eventually let users buy, sell, and trade virtual shoes and apparel." The Verge: https://lnkd.in/gGfA4Fsx ---- Mar 18, 2024: "Nike to shut down RTFKT this year following acquisition in 2021" Twitter: https://lnkd.in/gUGPstXB #schmetaverse #web3 #webisajoke

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🚨 DEFCON Alert: Protecting Our Financial Freedom 🚨 I am honored to share what I believe is one of the most powerful episodes on the Society X YouTube channel and a pivotal moment in my career in the crypto, blockchain, and web3 space. 📢🌐 I've been skeptical about CBDCs, but Aaron Day's in-depth research on the impending dangers of CBDCs in the United States and several other countries is a wake-up call we can't ignore. 🏦⚠️ In this crucial discussion, Aaron Day delves into the controversies surrounding Bitcoin's development, the involvement of influential figures like Jeffrey Epstein, Joi Ito, and Bill Gates, and the alarming rise of CBDCs. 🕵️‍♂️💡 He exposes the intricate connections between developers, projects like SegWit and Lightning Network, and powerful institutions such as MIT and BlackRock. 🏛️🔗 Aaron raises serious questions about the future of digital cash, the threats posed by centralized intermediaries, and the potential erosion of our financial freedom. 🔒 The web3 community must unite to protect our ecosystem from bad actors and authoritarian regimes. This is a call to action. We need to build open-source, multi-coin solutions to defend against the looming dominance of CBDCs. 🛡️💪 This video is not just informative—it's a rallying cry for all of us who believe in the future of decentralized finance. Watch the episode, share it, and join the movement to safeguard our financial freedom. 🌍🚀 #Crypto #Blockchain #Web3 #CBDCs #FinancialFreedom #OpenSource #Bitcoin #SegWit #LightningNetwork #MIT #BlackRock #SocietyX #Community #CallToAction

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#TheOptionBlock 1332: "Election Fallout in $VIX, $SPX, $DJT, $WFC and More" with Henry Schwartz from Cboe Global Markets, Mike Tosaw & Dan Passarelli is now available. Stream from your favorite #podcast platform or listen at https://lnkd.in/efdiANQT #OptionsTrading

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#TheCryptoRundown 258: "#Ethereum: The Kodak of the #Crypto Market" with Amberdata and Bill Ulivieri from Cenacle Capital Management, LLC is now available. Stream from your favorite #podcast platform or listen at https://lnkd.in/e-2emjJx #CryptoTrading $MSTR $MARA #bitcoin

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🚨 Major Crypto Regulation Update! 🚨 I had an insightful discussion with Cody Carbone from The Digital Chamber about the latest developments in crypto regulations. Here's what we covered: 🏦 Stablecoins Discussions: The Digital Chamber's recent meetings with the Federal Reserve and other entities to discuss the future of stablecoins. 🔄 Gary Gensler's Potential Resignation: Speculation around SEC Chair Gary Gensler possibly stepping down this week. ⚖️ SEC Lawsuit: 18 states have filed a lawsuit against the SEC, alleging regulatory overreach in the crypto industry. 🗳️ Election Impact: How a pro-crypto Congress and President could influence the regulatory landscape. 📜 Lame-Duck Session Legislation: The possibility of passing crypto legislation during the current congressional session. 💰 Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Bill: An overview of the proposed bill and its potential implications for the crypto market. Don't miss this comprehensive update on the evolving world of crypto regulations! 🚀 📺 https://lnkd.in/e9y7kczp

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Jesse Pollak says regulatory clarity could help builders spend more time and money building rather than spending more time and money on lawyers.

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Fascinating article here on #memecoins. At Exorde Labs, memecoin trading desks use our data to stay ahead of their positions. “…there is “no intrinsic value” in memecoins and there is no “rhyme or reason” to which ones will succeed.”” Alan Jagolinzer wrote about the social-psychological manipulation in crypto in his article here. Thanks, Alan for your Bluesky post where I picked this up.

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Will SEC Chair Gary Gensler Resign This Month? 🤔 Ron Hammond of the Blockchain Association shares his thoughts on if Gary Gensler will resign this month following Donald Trump's election victory. Also, will Hester Peirce be appointed temporary Chair during the transition phase. Watch the full interview https://lnkd.in/eq7vnM5q #crypto #sec #garygensler #firegarygensler #donaldtrump #bitcoin #thinkingcrypto

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🇺🇸 18 States Unite Against SEC & Gary Gensler's Crypto Overreach! Cody Carbone of The Digital Chamber shares his thoughts on 18 U.S. states suing the SEC over their regulation by enforcement actions against crypto. Watch the full interview youtu.be/gZ_PjPpqfa8 #crypto #sec #garygensler #firegarygensler #bitcoin #altcoins #thinkingcrypto

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🚨Apple is rolling out tap-to-pay with USDC stablecoins. 🚨 - Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire announced that tap-to-pay payments using Circle's USDC stablecoin on iPhones are expected soon. - This follows Apple's decision to open its NFC chip to third-party wallet developers, enabling blockchain transactions via tap. - iOS wallets supporting USDC could use FaceID to confirm payments, offering a direct pathway for merchant payments and NFTs. - Apple's new NFC access comes with restrictions, requiring commercial agreements and regulatory compliance. - The new third-party integrations will only be available in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the UK, and the U.S.—at least initially. [Read more](https://lnkd.in/ghYPUTW8).

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Sony Bank launched NFT platform where users can collect and trade the NFTs they’ve received as promotions.Security token may be on a private blockchain, which is the regulator’s preference, SNFT uses the Polygon public blockchain. In order to make the experience more user friendly for new users, some apps try to hide blockchain functionality, such as the need to pay for gas fees. However, SNFT does not, although it lets users on-ramp with credit cards. Right combination of public and private blockchain for achieving relevant business goals. For making user experience better uses an on-ramp so users can pay with credit card instead of gas fees. #blockchain #nft #publicblockchain #privateblockchain #hybridblockchain https://lnkd.in/dMTqwmME

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Sky, previously known as MakerDAO, is a major player in the DeFi (Decentralized Finance) space. Recently, it announced plans to gradually remove wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) from its collateral assets due to concerns related to its association with Tron founder Justin Sun. This decision is significant as wBTC plays a critical role in DeFi lending, with over $200 million in loans collateralized by the token on Sky's platform. Sky's governance token has also rebranded from MKR to SKY, making the token more accessible by offering a 1:24,000 conversion ratio, which aims to attract more participants. This change is part of a broader strategy to evolve its decentralized stablecoin ecosystem and improve accessibility for a wider audience. #BinanceTurns7 #defi #sky #mkr #justinsun

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