ChainCatcher message, TiTi official tweeted on X platform that, in order to comply with relevant laws and regulations, the TiTi platform hereby issues an official statement prohibiting users in mainland China from engaging in any form of TiTi token trading. Any legal liabilities arising from violations of this regulation shall be borne by the users themselves. We strongly advise all users to strictly adhere to local laws and regulations to avoid legal consequences.Web3 is not a lawless land. As a leading global Web3 short video creator economy platform, TiTi is committed to providing comprehensive solutions for financing, branding, and commercialization for content creators worldwide. We will continue to strictly comply with the laws and regulations of various countries to ensure platform compliance and the safety of user assets.

ChainCatcher message, according to Whale Alert monitoring, at 22:04 Beijing time today, 24,229 ETH (approximately 82.51 million USD) was transferred from Cumberland to Coinbase Institutional.

ChainCatcher news, according to the official announcement, Binance has announced that to comply with EU regulatory requirements, it will adjust the cryptocurrency deposit and withdrawal processes for users in Poland and Belgium starting from January 20, 2025.The new regulations require that deposit transactions exceeding €1,000 (or equivalent currency) must provide sender information, and withdrawals of any amount must provide recipient information, including full name, country, and exchange name (if applicable). If users fail to provide the relevant information, transactions may be delayed or returned.

ChainCatcher message, Binance announced that to meet EU regulatory requirements and according to local guidance, Binance Poland will gradually change its cryptocurrency withdrawal and deposit procedures. Starting from January 20, 2025, users may be required to provide more information when making cryptocurrency deposits and withdrawals on Binance.Cryptocurrency deposits to Binance (for transfers over €1,000 or equivalent in other currencies): Users will be required to provide sender information upon receiving funds. From Binance withdrawals: Users will be required to provide beneficiary information when sending any amount of cryptocurrency.

ChainCatcher news, Tenda Bank economist Sandra Horsfield wrote in a report to clients that the faltering UK economy may lead the Bank of England to cut interest rates further. Data released on Thursday showed that the UK economy returned to growth in November, but the growth rate was below expectations. Horsfield stated that this means the Bank of England's policymakers need to take the disappointing outlook for economic activity this year more seriously.According to Tenda Bank's forecast, the Bank of England is likely to cut rates by 25 basis points at its meeting in early February, followed by three more cuts before the end of the year. Horsfield said, "Growth below potential increases idle capacity, which should put pressure on inflation in the medium term. The tightening of financial conditions due to rising bond yields has also played a similar role." (Jin Shi)

ChainCatcher news, former Ethereum Foundation core researcher Danny Ryan posted on X platform stating: "Regardless of what the future holds for Ethereum, whether I am here or not, I want to publicly and clearly express my respect and admiration for Aya Miyaguchi's leadership and friendship. There are many reasons why Ethereum has thrived over the years, and Aya has played a significant role in that. She possesses a deep strategic mind and a pure heart. Not many people have the opportunity to work closely with her, but I have. My success in Ethereum has always been tied to her support and guidance.Even if you wish to see changes in the Ethereum Foundation, even if your criticisms are well-founded, please look forward and help build a positive future. Please put away the weapons that harm."

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, Arweave aims to send the "genesis block" to the moon by utilizing molecular data storage technology from California-based Iridia, combined with the lunar lander from space exploration company LifeShip, with the goal of allowing this data to be stored for thousands of years.

ChainCatcher news, Thailand's cybercrime authorities have proposed banning the decentralized prediction market Polymarket, as it may be considered an online gambling site, which is deemed illegal in the country.The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau of Thailand stated that suspending Polymarket is crucial to prevent the public from becoming victims of online gambling and to stop the use of cryptocurrency for illegal activities, as such activities "could have serious impacts on the economy and society."Cyber police indicated that the site facilitates betting on global events through cryptocurrency, which may fall under illegal online gambling in Thailand. The police did not specify a timeline for a potential shutdown.

ChainCatcher news, Glink, as the organizer, held the Glink brand strategy launch conference in Pattaya, Thailand, themed "Opening a New Era of Web3 Traffic Entry." This conference focused on the future development of Web3 ecological entry and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), gathering the parent brand GBox's technical team, Glink investment institutions, and industry leaders in DePIN to explore the infinite possibilities of new opportunities in Web3 traffic.As the core of Web3 handheld devices and DePIN traffic node equipment, Glink has achieved the final piece of the puzzle between real terminal devices and the blockchain world with its unique privacy and security features and strong support for multi-chain ecological project partnerships, driving the revolution of decentralized traffic.During this conference, discussions were held on the lack of high-performance devices in decentralized hardware; the inability of chain game users to efficiently participate in hardware device mining and cross-chain asset management; and the market pain points of traffic distribution networks relying on centralized platforms. It also analyzed Glink's ability and advantages in filling market gaps through hardware innovation and AI multimodal interaction. Currently, Glink supports hardware mining for multi-chain interactive revenue and distributed traffic deployment, creating higher returns for users across multiple dimensions.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering allowing Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to be listed on local exchanges for the first time, aiming to promote the country as a digital asset hub. SEC Secretary-General Pornanong Budsaratragoon stated that the proposed new regulations will allow both individual and institutional investors to invest in local Bitcoin ETFs. Previously, Thailand's One Asset Management launched a fund portfolio in June 2024, providing investors with indirect exposure to overseas Bitcoin ETFs, but direct investment products in Bitcoin have not yet been permitted.This potential policy shift comes as competition intensifies among digital asset hubs in the Asia-Pacific region. Singapore and Hong Kong have implemented supportive policies, while U.S. presidential candidate Trump has also pledged to make the U.S. a global cryptocurrency center. Pornanong stated, "Like it or not, we must follow the pace of global cryptocurrency adoption. We need to adapt to changes and provide investors with more protected investment options in crypto assets." Additionally, Thailand is gradually easing restrictions on digital assets, including considering the launch of a government bond-backed stablecoin and planning to establish a tourism service sandbox for Bitcoin trading in Phuket.According to the latest data, as of November 30, there are approximately 270,000 active cryptocurrency trading accounts in Thailand.

ChainCatcher news, according to The Block, the Bank of England will launch the "Digital Pound Lab" this year as part of its blueprint for the design phase of a potential central bank digital currency (CBDC).The lab will operate in a sandbox environment, supporting practical experiments on CBDC APIs, innovative use cases, and potential business models. According to the progress report on the digital pound released by the Bank of England on Tuesday, the lab will provide a platform for collaboration with private sector partners to explore functionalities and technological innovations. The initiative aims to provide insights for the UK's payments and technology sectors during the ongoing design phase.

ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi reports, the Bank of England stated that it has not yet made a decision on whether to proceed with the digital pound. After the design phase is completed in the coming years, the bank and the government will evaluate the policy case for the digital pound and decide whether to continue to advance it.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra stated that allowing the trading of stablecoins and other asset-backed tokens "poses no risk," and urged regulators to legalize online gambling to increase revenue. He pointed out that the Thai government currently loses about $4 billion (100 billion baht) in online gambling tax revenue each year. The Thai Cabinet has approved the draft of the "Entertainment Complex Management Act," aimed at legalizing casinos and the gambling industry.Although Thaksin is not part of the current government, he still holds significant influence in politics through his daughter, current Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha. He suggested that the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) allow stablecoin trading and proposed Phuket as a pilot area for cryptocurrency payments. He emphasized, "This poses no risk; it's just another currency in the world."

ChainCatcher message, according to a recent report by BlackRock, the adoption rate of Bitcoin has surpassed that of past transformative technologies, including the internet and mobile phones.The report emphasizes that since its launch in 2009, Bitcoin has rapidly evolved from a niche innovation to a globally recognized asset, attributing this evolution to demographic trends, economic changes, and the ongoing digital transformation of finance.Compared to Generation X and the Baby Boomers, the younger generation (often referred to as "digital natives") is more inclined to embrace Bitcoin. Their familiarity with technology and preference for digital-first solutions make them the leading demographic for cryptocurrency adoption.Regarding economic shifts, trends such as rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and concerns about the traditional banking system highlight the value of Bitcoin as a decentralized asset. As the global economy digitizes, BTC is becoming an indispensable part of the evolving financial landscape.

ChainCatcher news, Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company Gryphon announced that its stock price rose 20% on Friday after acquiring an 850-acre industrial site powered by natural gas from Canadian oil and gas company Captus Generation for $18.7 million.According to the acquisition agreement, Gryphon will pay Captus's parent company BTG Energy CAD 24 million (approximately USD 17 million) in cash and issue CAD 3 million in restricted stock to the new management team.In addition, Gryphon recently acquired the bankrupt assets of Canadian power company Erikson National Energy for CAD 2 million, including natural gas and oil wells and facilities located in northeastern British Columbia.

ChainCatcher news, according to on-chain analyst @ai_9684xtpa monitoring, 10 hours ago, the market maker Cumberland received 20,000 ETH (approximately $61.38 million) distributed from the Fidelity FETH ETF inflows address, which was then fully deposited into Binance.The timing of the token deposit coincided with a short-term low in the ETH price. If this portion of ETH has been sold, it could be one of the drivers behind last night's ETH decline.