Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced that it has received In-Principle Approval (IPA) from the Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to operate as a Virtual Asset Platform Operator in the UAE. The approval, dated February 18, 2025, signifies a significant milestone in Bybit's efforts to provide a secure and compliant platform for crypto traders in the region. Bybit is now in the final stages of obtaining its fully operational license, demonstrating its commitment to meeting regulatory and compliance standards. This authorization brings Bybit closer to offering a wide range of digital asset services to retail and institutional clients in the UAE, aligning with its goal of fostering a compliant and innovative digital asset ecosystem. Bybit's progress in the UAE complements its existing regulatory approvals in the Middle East and reflects its dedication to compliance in key financial hubs worldwide.

On January 30th local time, US President Trump stated that he plans to fulfill his promise of imposing a 25% tariff on imported goods from Mexico and Canada on February 1st, and will decide whether to include oil in the list of goods subject to tariffs on the evening of January 30th. On January 20th, when signing a series of executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, Trump told the media that he is considering imposing a 25% tariff on Mexico and Canada, and the tax may be implemented from February 1st this year. (CCTV News)

after attempting to arrest President Yoon Suk-yeol, Korean senior government officials from the Crime Investigation Department (CID) had a confrontation and physical conflict with security personnel inside the presidential residence today (January 3). The arresting officers have already passed through the main gate of the residence, but have not yet entered the building where Yoon Suk-yeol is located. 

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The Bitcoin industry could be in for yet another four years of harassment and attacks if Kamala Harris is elected president.

According to the world's largest prediction market, Polymarket, the pro-Bitcoin candidate for the upcoming presidential election, Donald Trump has taken a 13% lead over Kamala Harris.

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