WAO ART #376

Interest in Bitcoin surges in Australia following spot BTC ETF approval in the US. 19% of respondents in Australia would invest in a spot Bitcoin ETF if listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. 34% of Australian investors are aware of the spot Bitcoin ETF approval in the US.

Uniswap's new governance proposal has boosted UNI token prices by 60%. The proposal aims to incentivize UNI token holders to actively participate in the governance process. The plan includes adjustments to the fee mechanism and the creation of new smart contracts.

The European Union's new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) will be headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany. The decision to establish the headquarters in Frankfurt was made after a selection process that included eight other countries.

Hyundai pledges a US$1.1 billion investment in Brazil until 2032. The investment will focus on technology, particularly hybrid, electric, and green hydrogen cars. The investment will also create more than 6,500 direct jobs in Brazil.

Nigerian government's actions towards the crypto industry are sending mixed signals. Local crypto users are unable to access websites of various crypto exchanges. Speculation arises about a possible government ban on crypto platforms. Government blames OTC traders for the decline in the Nigerian naira's value.

North Korean hackers are using generative AI to enhance their cyber-attack strategies. AI enables them to improve phishing and social engineering tactics, posing challenges to global cyber defense mechanisms. The integration of AI into their operations marks a sophisticated evolution in their cybercrimes.

Bank of America's CEO is confident that the US won't enter a recession. The US economy has faced challenges such as high inflation and policy tightening by the Federal Reserve. The shift away from the dollar by BRICS countries adds to economic challenges.