# news

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**Published on:** 2023-01-11
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1️⃣ The U.S. Attorney's Office is investigating U.S. hedge fund transactions with the cryptocurrency exchange Binance as part of a lengthy investigation into potential money laundering. According to The Washinton Post, subpoenas from the funds don't necessarily mean authorities can press charges. Prosecutors are discussing a possible settlement with Binance and weighing whether they have enough evidence to press charges. 2️⃣ Mastercard launches Polygon, a blockchain-based program for aspiring music artists. The launch comes as part of the Mastercard Artist Accelerator program, which is designed to help music artists learn how to grow their brands by creating NFTs and increasing their online presence. According to a Mastercard press release, "The Mastercard Artist Accelerator will train five aspiring artists, such as musicians, DJs, producers, with the necessary skills to forge their own music path in the digital economy in spring 2023." 3️⃣ The Federal Attorney's Office in New York, along with the SEC, is investigating Digital Currency Group (DCG) for internal transfers at its credit subsidiary Genesis. The investigations have not yet been made public by authorities. Neither DCG nor CEO Barry Silbert has been charged by authorities with any crime. DCG representatives also have not confirmed the existence of any investigation. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)

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