WAO ART #249

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is expanding its Euro transaction services through new partnerships, following its severed ties with Paysafe. The undisclosed alliances aim to enhance Binance's Euro services, including transactions via open banking, SEPA, and EUR spot pairs.

Chicago-based Bitcoin ATM company, RockItCoin, has acquired FirstCoin ATM and Phoenix Crypto Bitcoin ATM networks. FirstCoin ATM primarily operates in California and Texas, while Phoenix Crypto extends its reach across Arizona. The acquisition will expand RockItCoin's Bitcoin ATM network by 78 ATMs.

The Swiss city of Lugano is making significant efforts to drive Bitcoin adoption and become a hub for blockchain innovation. The city has been educating businesses and individuals about Bitcoin and blockchain technology through summits, workshops, and a summer school.

The OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe) recently provided training on cryptocurrencies and the darknet for law enforcement officers in Tajikistan. The training course, held at the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, aimed to educate participants on blockchain.

Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that most Americans see Mexico as an essential partner in addressing drug trafficking and illegal border crossings, despite having mixed views of Mexico's.

Morocco and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation. The agreement, signed on October 19, 2023, aims to address the growing challenges and risks in the global cyberspace landscape.

Lynas Rare Earths, an Australian company, will temporarily shut down all operations in Malaysia, except for mixed rare earth carbonate processing, to complete upgrade works. The shutdown will begin in mid-November, with minimal processing volumes expected during this period.