Here are some of the major developments from the world of crypto over the last few days
Illegal cryptocurrency use reached a record $20.1 billion last year, as transactions involving organisations subject to US sanctions increased sharply, according to data from Blockchain analytics company Chainalysis, which was revealed on January 12, 2023.
In 2022, the cryptocurrency market struggled, as risk-taking decreased, and several crypto businesses went under. Regulators increased requests for more consumer protection as a result of the significant losses suffered by investors.
Despite a decline in overall crypto transaction volumes, Chainalysis reported that the value of crypto transactions involving illegal activities increased for the second year in a row.
Cricketers Shivam Dube, Ravi Bishnoi Enter NFT World
Cricketers Shivam Dube and Ravi Bishnoi are to launch exclusive digital player cards for their fans with the partnership of Rario.
Earlier, Rario had taken on board cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, along with star cricketers Virendra Sehwag, Aaron Finch, Faf du Plessis, along with Rishabh Pant, Dinesh Kartik, Ishant Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, among others. Their digital player cards are available exclusively on Rario.
Shivam Dube, a left-handed batsman and right-arm medium pace bowler, made his international debut for India in 2019 against Bangladesh in a T20 match. Dube made his domestic debut for the Mumbai cricket team in 2016. Dube has played for Royal Challengers Bangalore, Rajasthan Royals, and Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Ravi Bishnoi is a right-arm leg-break bowler. In February 2022, he made his international debut against West Indies in a T20 match. He plays for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL and Rajasthan in domestic cricket.
Dube says, “I am overwhelmed by the fan support that I got at the beginning of my career which has reinforced my belief in the strength of our game and our fans who support us through thick and thin. I am thrilled to announce my partnership with Rario, looking at how young fans are engaging at the crossroads of technology, game and players. I am certain this partnership will significantly help young players like me to connect better with cricket fans. As cricket gets increasingly popular around the world, it is the time to use and bring to the mainstream the new-age technology revolutionising the cricket fandom.”
Bishnoi says, “India has accepted me with open arms and appreciated me on my journey in cricket. I wished to have a closer relationship with my fans and now with its advanced
technology, Rario makes it possible. I am excited to collaborate with Rario and build a closer connection with my supporters and fans.”