AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoEU Sanctions: The EU approved its 21st Russia package, adding crypto-linked targets tied to the A7 network and extending trading bans on 14 crypto platforms, plus a new tool to block third-country crypto services used to dodge sanctions. Crypto Fraud in Court: British sprinter CJ Ujah denied involvement in an alleged organised crypto scam where victims were tricked via police/crypto-company phone calls into sharing wallet security details. Banking Gatekeeping: The OCC rejected Wise’s bid for a new U.S. national trust bank charter, citing gaps in AML/CFT controls—raising the bar for crypto-adjacent fintechs. Proof-of-Human Funding: World Foundation raised $52.5M in a locked token sale to expand World ID verification for enterprises and AI agents. Market Moves: Bitcoin slipped below $64K amid ETF outflows and uncertainty, while Ethereum was around $1,885. Scam Alerts: Queensland warned scammers are using crypto plus “quick-return” pitches and other lures to drain victims’ funds. Infrastructure Expansion: Cregis expanded into Africa to meet demand for enterprise digital asset infrastructure, starting with Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. Wallet Upgrade: BloFin Wallet added in-wallet perpetual trading and a Visa card for spending crypto.
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