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Shiba Inu Update: Bricks Buster and AMC To Support SHIB Army

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3 years ago

November 15, 2021

One of the leading meme coins, Shiba Inu has gained the support of AMC entertainment and Bricks Buster mobile games to solidify its acceptance and burn more coins from circulation.

The movie chain, AMC initially plan to accept bitcoin, Dogecoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin as payment methods for tickets and concessions in the coming months. But on Monday, the founder of Gokhshtein Media, David Gokhshtein through his social media handle revealed that the CEO of AMC is working on adding SHIB to crypto payment methods. He tweeted, “Breaking: CEO of AMC working on bringing $SHIB as a payment.”

Last month, it was reported that the CEO of AMC, Adam Aron created a poll on Twitter seeking his followers’ opinion on accepting Shiba Inu as a payment method for AMC Entertainment. The poll garnered more than 150,000 votes where over 80 percent of participants voted in favour of onboarding Shib as a means of payment.

The decision may not be unconnected to the recent popularity of Shiba Inu. AMC is expected to enable crypto payment methods in the first quarter of 2022.

On the side, a mobile game app, Bricks Buster has recently been created to burn Shiba Inu coin through ad revenue. The developer of the mobile game app Travis Johnson affirmed that the mobile game app was not originally created to burn SHIB coin, however, as a strong holder of Shiba Inu, he decided to support the SHIB Army to burn coin using his game app.

According to the game developer, the mobile game burns $10 per day from Google advertising revenue. Since he first announced the idea to burn SHIB via his game, traffic for Bricks Buster surged by over 800 percent.

“If the ShibArmy really got involved, we could literally be burning thousands of dollars a day, at no cost to the ShibArmy,” Johnson said.

The developer noted that the burning of SHIB is important and will help reduce the supply of SHIB coins in circulation. He also believed that this action “will help create long-term wealth in the SHIB community”.

Johnson further acknowledges other SHIB burning projects like the SHIB Burner playlist. He said, “every burn implementation, especially those that don’t involve the army incinerating their own money, is very important and should be fully supported.

“Burning 500 trillion SHIB is going to take a long time no matter how we go about it, and it’s just a matter of consistency, and implementing as many new burn strategies as we can.”

According to Shibburn page, 410,297,362,838,474 SHIB coins have been burn Out of 1,000,000,000,000,000 SHIB Initial Supply. In the last 24 hours 25,796,282 Shiba Inu coin has been burnt.

The Shibburn page explains what happens to coins burnt and the effect on SHIB price. The page reads: “Burning tokens permanently removes them from the circulating supply, similar to the idea of a publicly-traded company buying back stock. This is done by sending your tokens to a special wallet with unobtainable private keys. The decrease in the circulating supply will eventually drive Shiba Inu’s price upward.”

At press time, Shiba Inu is trading at $0.00005355 gaining 0.90 percent in the last 24 hours with 549,095,509,738,353 SHIB in circulation.

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SEC Director General Lauds KuCoin’s Action, Urges Compliance with National Guidelines

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Director General, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has commended KuCoin, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange platform, for its proactive measures to delist the Nigerian naira (NGN) from its trading options.

This move aligns with recent directives aimed at safeguarding the nation’s economic interests and combating illicit financial activities.

In an official statement released by the SEC on Thursday, Dr. Agama expressed satisfaction with KuCoin’s decision to suspend peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions involving the Nigerian currency.

This decision comes as part of KuCoin’s ongoing efforts to adjust its platform to comply with regulatory directives issued by the Office of the National Security Adviser and the SEC.

The SEC’s stance underscores a broader initiative by Nigerian authorities to address concerns related to foreign exchange manipulation and safeguard the integrity of the nation’s financial system.

Dr. Agama emphasized the importance of adherence to established guidelines, emphasizing that regulatory compliance is essential for maintaining national security and economic stability.

The delisting of the naira by KuCoin follows similar actions taken by other cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, in response to regulatory scrutiny from Nigerian authorities. These measures signal a concerted effort within the crypto industry to cooperate with regulatory agencies and promote responsible trading practices.

Peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading platforms have come under increased scrutiny due to their potential for facilitating illicit financial activities, including money laundering and fraud. By delisting the naira and suspending related trading activities, KuCoin demonstrates its commitment to upholding regulatory standards and fostering a secure trading environment for users.

Dr. Agama reiterated the SEC’s commitment to collaborating with stakeholders, including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to address challenges within the cryptocurrency space and combat financial crimes effectively.

He emphasized the importance of regulatory cooperation in tackling illicit trading practices and maintaining investor confidence in the market.

Furthermore, Dr. Agama highlighted the SEC’s ongoing efforts to implement the Revised Capital Market Master Plan, aimed at enhancing the resilience and competitiveness of Nigeria’s capital market.

He highlighted the potential of the capital market to drive economic growth and attract foreign investment, emphasizing the need for regulatory measures to protect investors and promote market integrity.

In response to Dr. Agama’s comments, the EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to combatting financial crimes and emphasized the importance of regulatory collaboration in addressing emerging challenges.

He commended the SEC’s efforts to enforce regulatory compliance within the cryptocurrency sector and pledged the EFCC’s support in safeguarding Nigeria’s financial interests.

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KuCoin Announces Temporary Pause on NGN Services to Prioritize Compliance

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5 days ago

May 15, 2024

Samed Olukoya

KuCoin, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges globally, has announced a temporary pause on its P2P Nigerian Naira (NGN) services and Fast Buy service via Naira cards.

This move, set to commence from 2024-05-15 08:00 (UTC), aims to prioritize compliance measures within the platform.

In a message addressed to its valued users, KuCoin expressed its dedication to providing a robust and secure trading environment.

The temporary suspension of NGN services is part of the exchange’s commitment to accelerating the compliance process.

During this period, ongoing orders will be completed normally, and all other services on the platform will remain available.

KuCoin assured its users that their assets are safe and secure on the exchange. While acknowledging that adjustments might be required in trading preferences, KuCoin explained that this decision is a step toward enhancing the overall trading experience for its users.

The exchange reiterated its focus on compliance and creating a secure environment for all users. KuCoin aims to resolve the compliance-related matters swiftly and efficiently to ensure a seamless transition back to full functionality of NGN services.

The decision to temporarily suspend NGN services underscores KuCoin’s proactive approach to regulatory compliance, reflecting its commitment to maintaining transparency and trust within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

KuCoin expressed gratitude for the understanding and cooperation of its users during this period of change.

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Crypto Exchange Giant Coinbase Grinds to a Halt in System Meltdown

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6 days ago

May 14, 2024

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One of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, Coinbase, has been plunged into chaos as it experienced a catastrophic system-wide outage, leaving traders and investors stranded and unable to access their accounts.

The disruption, which commenced at 4:15 am UTC on May 14, has rendered both the desktop and mobile platforms of Coinbase completely unusable.

Users attempting to access the exchange are greeted with a frustrating “503 Service Temporarily Unavailable” error message, indicative of the severity of the situation.

Coinbase, known for its reliability and user-friendly interface, has been a cornerstone of the cryptocurrency market for years.

However, this unprecedented outage has shaken the confidence of countless traders who rely on the platform for their daily transactions and investments.

Coinbase swiftly notified its user base of the issue through its official status page, acknowledging the severity of the problem and assuring customers that their funds remain secure.

The exchange’s support team took to social media to disseminate updates, pledging to investigate the issue and work tirelessly to find a resolution.

This isn’t the first time Coinbase has faced technical difficulties during periods of heightened market activity.

Just months prior, on February 28, the exchange experienced temporary outages alongside several other platforms amidst a frenzy of trading activity during a Bitcoin flash crash. Such incidents highlight the strain that surges in traffic can place on even the most robust of systems.

While outages like these are undeniably frustrating for users, they often spark speculation within the crypto community.

Some enthusiasts view these disruptions as a bullish sign, interpreting the influx of traffic and subsequent downtime as indicators of growing interest and adoption in the cryptocurrency space.