In today’s hamster-powered news roundup, we dive into some major crypto developments and the latest on Binance and Hamster Kombat. First up, the mother of Teng Gambaran, a Binance executive detained in Nigeria, continues to call for the U.S. government’s intervention. His wrongful detention since February has raised concerns, and his mother is fighting for his release, emphasizing his innocence and deteriorating health.

Meanwhile, in a separate case, two men were arrested for stealing a staggering $230 million in Bitcoin. The theft targeted an individual associated with Genesis, and the criminals allegedly used online aliases and complex tactics to pull off the heist.

In other news, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the former FTX CEO, has officially filed an appeal against his 25-year prison sentence. His defense team is challenging his conviction, arguing that his presumption of innocence was violated. This update follows his conviction on seven felony charges related to the downfall of FTX.

Excitingly, the SEC has approved BlackRock’s Spot Bitcoin ETF options for trading on NASDAQ, bringing a major step forward for crypto-based financial products. This approval marks a significant shift in the acceptance of Bitcoin in mainstream finance.

Lastly, the highly anticipated Hamster Kombat results are finally out! Fans of the game can now check the results and their airdrop rewards within the Minia app. And for those eager for more, an interlude season is live to gear up for Season 2. As if that wasn’t enough, the Binance Launch Pool is about to host its 58th project starting on September 23, 2024—marking another exciting milestone for crypto enthusiasts.

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