• CoinDesk is reportedly in the final stages of a $125 million deal.
• Caroline Ellison’s private writings from prior to the Alameda and FTX collapse have been uncovered in a legal discovery process.
• Apple is developing an AI chatbot, Societe Generale subsidiary receives France’s first crypto services license, Terraform Labs appoints Chris Amani as CEO, and American couple accused of laundering stolen Bitfinex funds arrange plea deal.
$125M CoinDesk Deal
CoinDesk is reportedly in the final stages of a $125 million deal. This news comes after Caroline Ellison’s private writings from prior to the Alameda and FTX collapse were uncovered in a legal discovery process.
Apple Developing AI Chatbot
Apple is developing its own AI chatbot as an internal tool. With this technology, they will be able to create more personalized experiences for their customers and employees alike.
Societe Generale Subsidiary Receives Crypto Services License
Societe Generale’s subsidiary has received France’s first crypto services license that allows it to offer digital currency trading, custody, and payment services throughout Europe. This move signals that the European Union is open to embracing cryptocurrencies as legitimate financial instruments.
Terraform Labs Appoints New CEO
Terraform Labs has appointed Chris Amani as their new CEO following Do Kwon’s departure earlier this month. Chris brings with him extensive experience in managing blockchain-based projects which should be beneficial for Terraform’s future growth plans.
American Couple Arranges Plea Deal
An American couple who was accused of laundering stolen Bitfinex funds have arranged a plea deal with prosecutors. Senior Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly has ordered prosecutors to file the copy of the plea deal by July 27th and a hearing will take place on August 3rd in Washington court.
