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Stepn x Adidas Genesis Sneakers: A New Era in Fitness

The Stepn x Adidas Genesis Sneakers Collection: A Revolutionary Partnership The fusion of the digital and physical worlds is more than a trend; it is a burgeoning reality. The recent collaboration between Stepn and Adidas exemplifies this transformative shift. With the launch of the Genesis Sneakers collection, both companies are poised to redefine the boundaries of fitness, fashion, and technology in lifestyle rewards. This partnership is not only groundbreaking but also sets the stage for future innovations in the ever-evolving landscape of fitness applications and digital assets. A New Era of Phygital Experiences Stepn, a pioneering move-to-earn FitTech app, has taken a bold leap by teaming up with a global powerhouse like Adidas. This collaboration signifies a pivotal moment in the fitness and lifestyle sector, as highlighted by Stepn CEO Shiti Manghani: Phygital Partnership : The merging of physical and digital assets marks a new direction for lifestyle rewards. Enhanced...

Kraken vs SEC: Jesse Powell's Fiery Accusations Spark Crypto Clash

Kraken co-founder Jesse Powell's recent comments regarding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing charges against the exchange have ignited a fiery debate. In a tweet, Powell accused the regulator of being the "USA's top decel" and claimed that the SEC was shopping for a different flavor of regulatory dominance in California after facing legal setbacks in New York. While the term "decel" is often used by tech enthusiasts to dismiss those who hinder progress, the SEC's allegations against Kraken are serious. The regulator has accused the exchange of operating as an unregistered securities exchange, broker, dealer, and clearing agency. Furthermore, the SEC alleges that Kraken commingled customer assets with company funds and used customer funds to pay its own bills. These charges come only months after Kraken settled earlier SEC charges by paying a $30 million fine and agreeing to halt its staking service in the U.S. Powell's frustration is evident in his remarks, suggesting that the SEC's return for a second round of scrutiny is akin to extortion. He argues that the SEC knows a real legal battle could cost $100 million and valuable time. Powell's decision to step down as CEO of Kraken in 2022 and focus on the company's products, user experience, and industry advocacy may have been influenced by the lack of collaboration and guidance he claimed the SEC provided during the previous settlement in February 2023.

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