Recent Western sanctions have disrupted over $55 billion in trade settlements between Russia and Turkey. Cameron Thacker of Mythical Games believes the current blockchain gaming surge is more stable, as it focuses on better user experiences rather than hype. In the UK, a new bill recognizes digital assets like bitcoin as personal property. Bitfinex analysts predict altcoin outperformance in the coming months. Finally, Zano blockchain’s partnership with Confidential Layer introduces private, secure cross-chain transactions for enhanced privacy in the digital economy.
Billions in Settlements Disrupted, Blockchain Gaming Boom, and More — Week in Review
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Over $55 Billion in Settlements Between Russia and Turkey Potentially Disrupted by Recent Western Sanctions
Trade settlements between Russia and Turkey via bank transfers are now being disrupted due to the new sanctions enacted against Russia. According to Russian media, the U.S. is currently checking all sources of transfers to and from Russia, and bank headquarters are heavily scrutinizing Russian citizens opening bank accounts in the country.
Mythical Games VP: Blockchain Gaming Boom Built on Stronger Base
Mythical Games’ VP of Blockchain Tech, Cameron Thacker, said he believes the current interest in blockchain gaming is more sustainable than the last cycle. He attributes this to a shift in focus, with projects now prioritizing “engaging experiences over frothy marketing and questionable tokenomics.”
UK Bill Recognizes Digital Assets as Personal Property Under New Law
The UK Ministry of Justice has introduced the Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill to recognize bitcoin and other digital assets as personal property under English and Welsh law. Led by Justice Minister Heidi Alexander, this bill addresses legal uncertainties around digital assets, ensuring better protection for owners in fraud cases and disputes. It also positions the UK as a leader in global digital asset regulation, boosting its economy and legal services.
Analysts Anticipate Altcoin Outperformance and Bullish Q4
Bitfinex’s analysts anticipate a potential shift in cryptocurrency market dynamics. With bitcoin’s dominance decreasing and altcoins showing resilience, they suggested that altcoins could outperform bitcoin in the coming months, especially if macroeconomic conditions improve. They discussed altcoin market capitalization growth, bitcoin’s declining dominance, and speculative exhaustion in altcoins as key indicators of this trend.
Zano and Confidential Layer Partner for Secure, Private Cross-Chain Transactions
Zano blockchain partnered with Confidential Layer to enable secure and private transactions across different blockchains. This allows users to keep their original assets (like ether or bitcoin) while adding Zano’s strong privacy features. Both the Zano and Confidential Layer teams see this as a significant step towards a digital economy where users have control over their finances without compromising privacy.
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