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An Interview with Illia Polosukhin of Near Protocol
Illia Polosukhin is the driving force behind Near Protocol, a project within the top 40 on CoinMarketCap. In this conversation, the Co-founder, CTO, and ideologist of Near unveils the internal processes of the company, shares his vision, and provides insights into blockchain, cryptocurrency, Ukraine, and much more. 
Ukraine's law enforcement officers are leveling up with cryptocurrency training, thanks to a collaboration between tax authorities from the US, UK, and Netherlands. This initiative aims to boost their skills in handling decentralized assets, detecting illicit transactions, and curbing tax and sanctions evasion. “Knowledge sharing is one of the priorities within these international partnerships and can contribute to greater know-how to counter cybercrime,” said the director general of the Dutch Fiscal Information and Investigation Service. 
WhiteBIT: Metalist 1925 Lives On!
The escalating missile attacks on Ukraine by the russian terrorists devastated the assets of the sponsor championing the rejuvenated football club "Metalist 1925." Facing financial collapse and potential dissolution, the team has found a lifeline through a timely partnership with the renowned cryptocurrency exchange, WhiteBIT! 
Does MiCA Clash with Ukraine's Crypto Sector?
As Ukraine looks towards joining the EU, aligning its regulations with European standards becomes crucial. However, Alex Bornyakov, Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation, contends that blindly embracing MiCA could hinder the nation's blossoming crypto industry. 
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. 
Binance has agreed to sell its entire russian assets to CommEX, marking a full exit from the country. The transition will take up to a year, ensuring a smooth migration for existing russian users. Notably, CommEX is a newly launched exchange, just one day into its official journey. Alex Bornyakov, the Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, reflects on Binance's exit from the russian market: “There’s no longer room for any business to stay “neutral”. Blockchain technology is neutral but people leading crypto businesses should not be.” Check out our exclusive interview with Alex Bornyakov, where we delve into Ukrainian blockchain projects and digital education on the Diia.Digital platform. 
DMarket, hailing from Ukraine and specializing in game skin trades, has carved a niche for itself in the NFT world.
According to CryptoSlam!, marketplace raced past a trading volume of $1 million, leaving behind popular NFT collections such as Sorare, Bored Ape Yacht Club, and CryptoPunks.
Additionally, CSGO skins have chalked up a hefty $216 million in secondary sales. 
RDeni: From Village Kid to Crypto Maven
Rostik RDeni stands out as one of Ukraine's brightest young crypto influencers. His journey began at the tender age of 12, producing engaging YouTube content. In a candid chat with GNcrypto, Rostislav opens up about his rise to fame, gives pointers to crypto greenhorns, and spills the beans on his latest venture. 
"Simply put, no. Bitcoin raises concerns among both local and European regulators. Our primary business demands our focus, and it wouldn't be rational to jeopardize it by engaging with a high-risk asset like Bitcoin," says Mykhailo Rohalskyi.
He believes that cryptocurrency lacks advantages over fiat money, apart from the potential to sidestep local currency regulations.
Speaking on Ukraine's crypto landscape, the Monobank co-founder added:
"I'm skeptical about the widespread acceptance of cryptocurrencies in our country. The approach of the National Bank of Ukraine to crypto regulation remains uncertain." 
AI Counterforce: Ukraine's Strategic Win over Russia
On the battlefield against Russia, Ukraine is leveraging more than just conventional arms; it's harnessing the power of artificial intelligence. Experts are endeavoring to grasp the role of AI in today's warfare. Its emergence is considered the third significant shift in battle tactics, following the revolutions of gunpowder and nuclear weapons. 
The service is built on the Stellar blockchain and activated by the MoneyGram retail agent network, allowing the exchange's clients to convert digital currency into cash.
You can exchange USDC for hryvnias, dollars, and euros at respective MoneyGram branches throughout Ukraine.
Currently, the service is available only to users residing in Ukraine who have completed KYC verification with Ukrainian documents. There are no fees for this service until June 2024!
For the user, the entire process consists of several steps, which are thoroughly described in the comprehensive exchange instructions on the WhiteBIT website.