In recent crypto developments, PayPal is amplifying its cryptocurrency services, allowing direct crypto-to-dollar conversions for US users. Meanwhile, Franklin Templeton has approached the US SEC with an application for a Bitcoin ETF, leveraging partnerships with Coinbase and the Bank of New York Mellon. On the regulatory front, US CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero emphasizes the importance of technological evolution for investor protection, proposing a centralized fraud registry. Binance showcases its humanitarian side, committing $3 million in BNB tokens to assist earthquake victims in Marrakech. Lastly, a recent Chainalysis index reveals India, Nigeria, and Thailand as frontrunners in crypto adoption, with India emerging as a dominant player in the market.
