Cloudflare ‘Resists’ Piracy Blocks, U.S. Govt. Opposes EU Co-Op Obligations
During the past several years, sports rightsholders in Europe have made it clear that piracy of fleeting live events poses unique problems that require a strong response. Existing site blocking measures were seen as insufficient. Standard takedown notices reportedly lacked the necessary teeth to ensure compliance, something that could be addressed under revised EU law, rightsholders said.. In 2022, requests for European Commission...
Anti-Piracy Groundhog Day: Recycled Arguments Plague USTR’s Notorious Markets Review
Every year, the US Trade Representative (USTR) issues an updated overview of “Notorious Markets” that allegedly facilitate copyright infringement. This review is put together based on recommendations from copyright holders and other interested stakeholders. The ultimate goal of the annual report, which was first released in 2006, is to help combat piracy. The USTR’s report is meant to highlight economic harm and raise awareness....
TRM Labs Study Flags Rising Criminal Use of Stablecoins Despite 99% Licit Activity
A recent TRM Labs study highlights the dual nature of stablecoins, showing both their massive growth and increasing role in criminal activity, alongside shifts in global crypto adoption. The Dual Role of Speed and Cost Stablecoin transaction volumes reached a record high of over $4 trillion between January and July of this year, according to […] Powered by...
Draftkings Enters Prediction Markets Race With Railbird Acquisition
Draftkings Inc. has officially entered the regulated prediction markets arena with its Oct. 21 acquisition of Railbird Technologies Inc. and its subsidiary Railbird Exchange, LLC, expanding beyond its traditional sports betting, daily fantasy, and iGaming operations. Draftkings Expands Beyond Sports Betting With Railbird Deal Draftkings’ (Nasdaq: DKNG) move marks a strategic leap into a growing […] Powered by...
Sharplink Expands ETH Holdings to $3.5 Billion With Addition of 19,000 ETH
Sharplink has increased its ethereum holdings to over 859,000 ETH, valued at $3.5 billion, after acquiring another 19,271 ETH this week. The company continues to strengthen its balance sheet through strategic accumulation and disciplined treasury management. Treasury Growth Sees Sharplink’s ETH Stack Hit 859,853 Tokens Sharplink’s ethereum-focused treasury strategy continues to gain momentum. As of […] Powered by...
