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Ukraine's Security Service has successfully dismantled a significant underground network that was carrying out unauthorized financial transfers between Russia and Ukraine, making use of banned Russian payment systems and digital currencies.
Active in four regions, these secretive hubs were handling over $1 million each month. Platforms like Yumoney, Webmoney, and various cryptocurrencies were employed to change Russian rubles into digital currencies and subsequently into Ukrainian hryvnia. The primary customer base was made up of hackers and companies participating in under-the-table transactions with Russia. BTSE: The Crypto Oasis with 150+ Coins!
BTSE is a crypto exchange with 150+ assets listed. It uses BTSE tokens, part of the Liquid Network, and has a market cap of $274M. It offers multiple rewards and staking program benefits. Founded by pros with experience in Wall Street, it is focused on innovation and usability. 
The SEC has filed a lawsuit against famous internet marketer Richard Schueler, also known as Richard Heart, along with his crypto projects Hex, PulseChain, and PulseX.
They allege that Schueler conducted three unregistered securities offerings starting in 2019, raising more than $1 billion from investors.
Furthermore, the SEC accused Heart of defrauding his investors by misusing their funds for personal expenses and goods. 
According to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, the SEC requested the exchange to halt trading in all cryptocurrencies except bitcoin before filing a lawsuit against the platform in June.
“We really didn’t have a choice at that point. Delisting every asset other than bitcoin, which, by the way, is not what the law says, would have essentially meant the end of the crypto industry in the US,” said Armstrong. 
The Role of AI in Trading: A Boon for Crypto Traders
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency are two of the most cutting-edge technologies of our time. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before they found a way to complement each other. Today, we will explore the definite advantages and drawbacks of utilizing AI in cryptocurrency trading. 
Bankrupt crypto firms FTX and Genesis have reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to settle outstanding issues. The companies have agreed to void all mutual claims.
This development was revealed in a letter sent to Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane on July 27. The final decision and terms of the agreement, however, need to be officially approved by the court. 
Raoul Pal, once at the helm of Goldman Sachs, envisions a steep rise in the global count of cryptocurrency users. He drew parallels between the initial decade of digital assets and internet evolution, leading to the conclusion that the tally of cryptocurrency enthusiasts could hit the 1.2 billion mark by the end of 2025.
His projections suggest this number could catapult to a staggering 5.1 billion by 2030. The key drivers in achieving such an extensive digital asset adoption, he believes, will be Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and NFTs. 
A Twitter debate has erupted, speculating that Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) might be involved with the BALD memcoin rugpull.
Blockchain analysts delved into the developer’s on-chain history and discovered a connection between the wallet address deploying the BALD token and ETH funding from wallets linked to FTX and Alameda Research.
An anonymous DeFi commentator suggested that this link might indicate SBF’s attempt to recover some losses.
Data editors found that the same wallet address had made numerous transfers (400) to blacklisted USDT addresses and appeared to have strong connections with Alameda Research. 
Get ready, crypto fans, because in just two days, WhiteBIT is about to make a major announcement regarding the release of their mainnet, WB Network!
The blockchain explorer is already up and running, allowing you to keep track of the countdown to the launch.
Also, good news for participants in the testing phase — the developers have confirmed a retroactive airdrop for you! Once the release is live, you'll be eligible to receive the airdrop. 
Australian actress Margot Robbie, recognized for her performance in the film "Barbie," shared an incident where she overheard a Bitcoin discussion between her husband and a television producer on set. She likened the Bitcoin's vibe to that of Ken, a fictitious character from the movie, stirring quite a buzz in the crypto community.
Notable figures such as Michael Saylor and Layah Heilpern weighed in on the comparison. The "Boy" Saylor claimed that “Bitcoin is Big Ken Energy.” Conversely, "girl" Heilpern reminded everyone that Barbie, in fact, didn't have a fondness for Ken:
"When Margot Robbie said you’re a Ken if talk bitcoin. She meant you’re weak and pathetic. This was not a good thing," remarked Heilpern.
Subsequently, even psychologist Mark Travers chimed in on the discussion, defining Ken's energy as an ability to display altruism and adapt to varying situations.
And what do you think, crypto-folks? 
Bendigo Bank, one of Australia's leading banks, has decided to limit high-risk crypto payments to protect its customers from potential scams.
As a result, Bendigo Bank has become the fourth major bank in Australia to implement such security measures. However, the precise criteria used to block transactions remain unknown. Gary Gensler: The Antihero of Our Time
SEC Chair Gary Gensler is a figure of contempt for crypto enthusiasts in America and globally. The subject of many ruthless memes and vitriolic tweets, he commands significant attention. However, one should not underestimate Gensler: the crypto industry is up against one of the most brilliant financiers of our time. 
American Senators Elizabeth Warren, Roger Marshall, Joe Manchin, and Lindsey Graham have once again introduced a proposal to tackle money laundering through cryptocurrencies.
The Institute of Banking Policy wasted no time and promptly voiced its support for this bipartisan legislation, which seeks to tighten regulations on digital assets to ensure they fully comply with existing financial system rules 
The venture capital fund has reduced its funding for crypto projects from $585 million to $200 million. Moreover, it's halved investments aimed at backing individual investors.
"We made these changes to sharpen our focus on seed-stage opportunities and to provide liquidity to our limited partners," commented representatives from Sequoia Capital. 
The body of Spanish crypto influencer Fernando Perez Algaba was tragically discovered in Argentina. He had been declared missing since last Tuesday.
On July 23, children in Ingeniero Budge found a suitcase containing his amputated limbs. The police subsequently found his torso on the next day, and his head was located in a backpack on July 25.
The motive for murder was related to his debts. A note left by Algaba’s explained that he had lost a significant amount of money invested in cryptocurrencies.