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India is set to release a consultation paper on cryptocurrency regulation by October. The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) is seeking input from all stakeholders, from crypto enthusiasts to casual observers. The paper will address potential risks associated with digital assets.

Nigeria's SEC is set to issue its first Virtual Asset Service Provider license this month. This marks a significant shift from the government's earlier hostile stance towards digital assets. SEC Director-General expressed commitment to supporting Nigerian youth in the digital asset space.

Justin Sun is contemplating reducing fees on the TRON blockchain to enhance user experience. The decision comes amid the rising popularity of SunPump, a platform for generating meme coins on TRON. SunPump is fueling excitement in the market, attracting attention to TRON's meme coins.

A hacker gained access to McDonald’s Instagram account on Wednesday. The hacker promoted a fraudulent memecoin called GRIMACE, themed after McDonald’s mascot. Multiple posts were made, falsely advertising the token as part of McDonald’s experience.

Crestone Air Partners has acquired an A320-200 aircraft. The acquisition was made in partnership with Atalaya Capital Management. The aircraft is currently on lease with Air New Zealand. This addition strengthens Crestone's position in the narrowbody market.

Brazil's grid operator is limiting the electricity that wind and solar producers can supply, impacting renewable energy investments. Industry leaders criticize the National Electric System Operator's (ONS) "curtailments" policy, which restricts power acceptance from renewable sources.

London-based startup Piclo has secured new funding from energy customers for its power marketplace. The platform assists electricity system operators in purchasing power from clean energy providers. Portuguese utility Energias de Portugal invested strategically through its venture arm, EDP Ventures.