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Russian Activists Turn to Crypto for Donations to Aid Ukraine Refugees

“For Russian citizens, sending money to help Ukrainians might not be safe” through the banking system, says one volunteer.

Refugees fleeing Ukraine since the Russian invasion (Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Finance

Ukraine Sells Donated CryptoPunk NFT for $100K to Support War Effort

The NFT was given to the country in March near the start of its crypto fundraising campaign.

A screenshot of CryptoPunk #5364 (OpenSea)

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Where the Coins Go: Inside Ukraine’s $135M Wartime Fundraise

In Ukraine, crypto from around the world turns into bulletproof vests, drones and first aid kits. The country’s fundraisers explain how it works.

Residents of Irpin flee heavy fighting via a destroyed bridge as Russian forces entered the city on March 7, 2022. (Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Videos

FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried Says He Could Donate up to $1B on 2024 Election

Sam Bankman-Fried, CEO of crypto empire FTX, said he intends to donate anywhere from $100 million to $1 billion during the 2024 U.S. election. "The Hash" panel discusses what to make of the crypto billionaire's comments about his big political spend.

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Finance

Finland Plans to Donate Seized Bitcoins to Help Ukraine: Report

The bitcoin seized in various criminal investigations and donated could be worth as much as $77 million, according to the report.

Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation wants crypto exchanges to block Russian users. (Lucy Shires/Getty)

Policy

Ireland's Political Parties to Be Banned From Accepting Crypto: Report

The move is being made to counter concerns over Russian interference in Irish elections.

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Opinion

How Crypto Is Changing Philanthropy

The ease of transferring crypto anywhere in the world has enabled many nonprofits to work with donors globally.

Crypto is having a big impact on philanthropy. (Unsplash)

Markets

The Growing Digital Asset Lifeline in Ukraine

Crypto donations have been a major source of support for Ukraine’s defense and humanitarian efforts. Meanwhile, Russian citizens may also embrace crypto more as their economy and currency craters due to international sanctions.

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Finance

Ukraine Crypto Fundraiser Wants EU to Investigate Whether Binance Is Helping Russia

When asked for proof, Michael Chobanian argued it is "obvious we don’t have proof since it is a closed box.”

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