A significant development for former FTX users is that 98% of the creditors are set to receive about 118% of their claims, marking a notable step towards resolving the fallout from the FTX collapse. This payout is critical for restoring trust in the crypto exchange ecosystem. Meanwhile, the Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck has successfully completed its listing on Nasdaq, a move that highlights the growing integration of cryptocurrency businesses within mainstream financial markets and potentially opens up new avenues for investor engagement. In other news, the privacy-focused Monero exchange, LocalMonero, is winding down its operations, signaling the challenges facing platforms that emphasize anonymity, especially amidst increasing regulatory scrutiny. In the realm of political betting, odds on platforms like Polymarket are showing an interesting shift with Michelle Obama and RFK Jr. emerging as significant figures in the presidential race speculation, reflecting public interest in diverse political outcomes and their potential impact on markets including cryptocurrencies. Additionally, a resolution in the U.S. House could affect how crypto custodians are regulated, pointing to ongoing legislative efforts to define and stabilize the crypto custody sector. Lastly, a report by Standard Chartered speculates that a Trump victory over Biden could be favorable for Bitcoin, indicating how presidential elections might influence cryptocurrency valuations. These varied events underscore the interplay between regulatory actions, market developments, and political landscapes in shaping the dynamics of the cryptocurrency markets. ________ https://substack.com/@dcndailycryptonews News Links 👇 https://unchainedcrypto.com/98-of-ftx-creditors-to-receive-118-claims-payout/ https://www.coindesk.com/business/2024/05/08/japanese-crypto-exchange-coincheck-sees-nasdaq-listing-completion-in-second-third-quarters/ https://decrypt.co/229844/monero-exchange-localmonero-is-winding-down-its-operations https://decrypt.co/229803/michelle-obama-rfk-jr-presidential-win-odds-polymarket https://decrypt.co/229786/us-house-resolution-sec-bank-bulletin-crypto-custodians https://decrypt.co/229761/trump-defeating-biden-good-bitcoin-standard-chartered ——— ***NOT FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OR TAX ADVICE! JUST OPINION! I AM NOT AN EXPERT! I DO NOT GUARANTEE A PARTICULAR OUTCOME I HAVE NO INSIDE KNOWLEDGE! YOU NEED TO DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH AND MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS! THIS IS JUST EDUCATION & ENTERTAINMENT!  ©Copyright 2024 Matthew Aaron Podcasts LLC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.