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2023-06-13 10:12:07 ​​Kraken Revolutionizes NFT Trading with Gas-Free Marketplace and 250+ Collections

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has officially launched its NFT Marketplace, marking the end of beta testing. During this phase, the platform expanded its initial selection of 70 NFT collections to an impressive count of over 250.

These collections are sourced from the significant blockchains of Ethereum, Solana, and Polygon. A notable aspect of Kraken’s platform is its commitment to eliminating gas fees, providing a cost-effective experience for users.

Kraken’s dedication to democratizing NFT access is evident in its inclusion of premium projects like CryptoPunks and Bored Ape Yacht Club and more affordable collections priced under $100.

This approach positions Kraken’s marketplace as a truly inclusive platform, catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets. By prioritizing the user experience, Kraken has taken a significant step in removing gas fees for customers buying and selling NFTs on their platform.

However, it’s important to note that gas fees may still apply when transferring NFTs and other crypto assets to and from the platform. Despite this, Kraken’s initiative is expected to significantly enhance the platform’s appeal, especially for frequent traders and newcomers to the NFT space.

Moreover, Kraken has integrated multiple payment options, granting users the flexibility to transact in either fiat or cryptocurrency. To further enhance convenience, listings on the platform come with built-in rarity rankings. Currently, the Kraken NFT marketplace supports MetaMask and Solana’s Phantom wallet, and there are plans to incorporate WalletConnect shortly.

With its user-centric design philosophy and commitment to accessibility, Kraken’s NFT Marketplace is poised to make a lasting impact in the industry. By expanding the selection, eliminating gas fees, and offering various payment options, Kraken has positioned itself as a leading platform that caters to the diverse needs of NFT enthusiasts.

As the marketplace continues to evolve, it will likely attract a growing number of users seeking a seamless and affordable NFT trading experience. Buka / Bagaimana

2023-06-11 21:18:29 ​​Hong Kong legislator invites Coinbase to the region despite SEC scrutiny

Touting its progressive stance on cryptocurrencies, a Hong Kong legislator has invited Coinbase and other crypto exchanges to establish operations in the region.

Legislative Council member Johnny Ng took to Twitter to express support and assistance to “all global virtual asset trading operators” like Coinbase. He also hinted at potential stock listing opportunities. This comes after the recent United States Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuits against significant industry players like Binance and Coinbase.

Contrary to the cautious stance of several Western countries toward cryptocurrencies, Hong Kong has embraced a proactive approach. In January 2023, Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan declared the government’s dedication to establishing a strong ecosystem for crypto and fintech. Subsequently, Hong Kong has been diligently formulating regulations and implementing compliance measures to nurture the expansion of the cryptocurrency industry.

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) recently revealed its intention to establish the groundwork for the introduction of a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC). This initiative, announced on June 9, seeks to investigate the advantages of CBDCs as a means of payment for everyday transactions and to facilitate customer access to cryptocurrency exchanges. Buka / Bagaimana

2023-03-26 23:07:19 Fluffytopia is a play-and-earn ecosystem offering its players the chance to generate daily $FLUFFY tokens (ERC-20) by building colonies in a fantasy world.

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2023-03-19 21:02:41 ​​5 big deal reports: UBS offers to snap up Credit Suisse for $1 billion | Pro Recap

UBS plans to buy Credit Suisse for $1 billion
UBS (NYSE:UBS) has offered to buy Credit Suisse (NYSE:CS) for up to $1B in an all-share deal, with the Swiss government planning to change laws to bypass a shareholder vote on the deal, according to a Financial Times report today.

The proposed deal is set to be signed as soon as Sunday evening at a fraction of Credit Suisse's closing price on Friday. This week alone, Credit Suisse's shares have dropped more than 24% amid a series of scandals that have led to a decline in investor and client confidence, forcing the company to obtain $54B in central bank funding.

The proposed offer was made on Sunday morning at a price of 0.25 Swiss francs ($0.27) per share to be paid in UBS stock, as per the newspaper report, citing people familiar with the matter. Credit Suisse's shares closed at 1.86 Swiss francs on Friday.

However, the acquisition talks are encountering significant obstacles, and 10,000 jobs may have to be cut if the two banks combine. According to a Reuters report earlier today, UBS is seeking $6B in government guarantees for the takeover, which would cover the cost of winding down parts of Credit Suisse and potential litigation charges.

T-Mobile US buys Ka’ena for $1.35B
T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:TMUS) announced on Wednesday that it will acquire Ka’ena Corporation and its subsidiaries, including popular prepaid wireless brand Mint Mobile, part-owned by Ryan Reynolds; international calling service Ultra Mobile; and wholesaler Plum. T-Mobile will pay a maximum of $1.35B, consisting of 39% cash and 61% stock, for the acquisition. The final price will be determined based on Ka’ena's performance during specific periods both before and after the transaction closes.

Pfizer to buy Seagen for $43B
Seagen (NASDAQ:SGEN) shares jumped more than 14% on Monday after it was announced that Pfizer (NYSE:PFE) has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Seagen for $43 billion or $229 per share. The acquisition, which is set to become Pfizer's largest acquisition since 2009, is aimed at helping the company offset the decline in sales of its COVID-19 vaccines. The deal is expected to be completed in late 2023 or early 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.

Seagen shares gained 16% for the week, while Pfizer shares closed the week with a nearly 2% rise.

TikTok in talks with potential buyers amid U.S. pressure for a ban
TikTok is in talks with potential buyers, despite resistance from its Chinese owners to sell the app under pressure from the Biden administration, New York Post reported on Thursday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The company is considering deals that were previously explored during the Trump administration's threat to ban the app. One of these deals involved Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) partnering with Walmart (NYSE:WMT) to own a U.S. TikTok subsidiary.

Calls for a forced divestiture of TikTok from its Chinese parent, ByteDance, are growing among politicians from both sides of the aisle.

Motive Partners in talks to acquire ACI Worldwide
ACI Worldwide (NASDAQ:ACIW) shares surged more than 4% on Friday after Bloomberg reported that Motive Partners is in talks to purchase the company, citing people familiar with the matter. Motive is currently seeking financing for the potential acquisition, but no final deal has been reached yet.

Earlier this month, ACI Worldwide reported its Q4 results, with both EPS and revenues coming in better than the consensus estimates. Buka / Bagaimana

2023-02-01 15:07:39 ​​Elon Musk Reaffirms Offer to Eat Happy Meal on TV if McDonald’s Accepts Dogecoin

Tesla and Twitter CEO Elon Musk has reaffirmed his commitment to eat a McDonald’s Happy Meal on TV if the fast food chain accepts the meme cryptocurrency dogecoin (DOGE). Musk originally made the offer a year ago but McDonald’s responded with a counteroffer at the time.

Tesla, Spacex, and Twitter CEO Elon Musk has reaffirmed his commitment to eat a McDonald’s Happy Meal on Television if the fast food giant starts accepting payments in dogecoin (DOGE).

It has been a year since the billionaire tweeted his offer on Jan. 25, 2022. However, McDonald’s did not accept his offer at the time. “Only if Tesla accepts grimacecoin,” the Twitter account for the fast food corporation replied to him. Grimace is a fluffy, purple character who tags along with Ronald McDonald in McDonaldland commercials.

The subject came up again this week when Twitter user Dogedesigner asked Musk on Thursday whether his offer is still open. The Tesla boss replied with the 100 emoji, indicating that he still stands by his offer.

Following the interaction between the McDonald’s Twitter account and Musk in January last year, grimacecoin (GRIMACE), a crypto token that has nothing to do with either McDonald’s or Musk, was launched. At the time of writing, each grimacecoin is trading at $0.5879.

Musk, who is known in the meme crypto community as the Dogefather, has long been a supporter of dogecoin. His electric car company, Tesla, currently accepts DOGE for some merchandise, and Musk has said that Spacex will follow suit. Moreover, his Boring Company accepts DOGE payments for some rides.

The billionaire previously revealed that he personally owns bitcoin, ether, and dogecoin. He said in June last year that he will keep buying and supporting DOGE. In July, he confirmed that Tesla has not sold any DOGE, and in November, he said: “Dogecoin to the Moon.” Buka / Bagaimana