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Defiance ETFs has introduced the first U.S. leveraged MicroStrategy ETF, named MSTX, providing a novel investment vehicle for Bitcoin enthusiasts. This ETF allows high-risk tolerance investors and traders to gain amplified exposure to Bitcoin through MicroStrategy's holdings.

Fabrum and Fortescue have launched Australia's largest liquid hydrogen plant at a mine site in Christmas Creek. The facility includes a hydrogen liquefaction unit, storage, and a refuelling station. Liquid hydrogen will power Fortescue's zero-emissions mining equipment prototypes.

Bank of Ghana has introduced draft regulations for cryptocurrencies and digital assets. The guidelines aim to promote financial inclusion, ensure economic stability, and protect consumers in the crypto market. The regulations follow an extensive internal review of popular cryptocurrencies.

EigenLayer is under scrutiny for allegedly sharing employee wallet addresses ahead of airdrops, raising concerns about fairness. Eigen Labs stated they have no evidence of employees pressuring teams for personal gain and are seeking proof of any misconduct.

Binance's Financial Crimes Compliance team collaborates with Taiwan's Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau to tackle a major crypto money laundering case. The operation targeted approximately NT$200 million (around $6 million USD) involved in illicit activities.

The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) reports that illicit crypto transactions linked to the UK range from $1.7 billion to $5.1 billion annually. The rise in digital and crypto-related crime is highlighted in the NCA's annual National Strategic Assessment.

MGM Resorts International has partnered with Grupo Globo for a joint venture in Brazil focused on sports betting and igaming. The venture aims to secure a sports betting and igaming license in Brazil, pending approval. It will operate under the BetMGM brand, leveraging MGM's expertise and technology.