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Fed Governor Lael Brainard Can’t Imagine Future Without Digital Dollar
31.7.2021
Pointing to a number of reasons why a digital version of the U.S. dollar should be created, Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard insisted that not having one wouldn’t lead to a sustainable future. The central bank official believes a digital dollar will have both international and domestic...
Bitcoin Price Regains Strength Above $41K, Crypto Market Cap Jumps 6% in 24 Hours
31.7.2021
Crypto assets have climbed in value during the last 24 hours as the price of bitcoin tapped a high on Friday, reaching $42,411 per unit at 8:00 p.m. (EDT). The entire market capitalization of all 10,000+ crypto assets is $1.64 trillion on Saturday, up over 6% during the last day. Bitcoin Climbs...
Automated Investment Service Firm Wealthfront Adds Support for Grayscale’s BTC, ETH Trusts
31.7.2021
On Thursday, the Palo Alto-based automated investment service firm, Wealthfront Inc., announced that customers can now get exposure to crypto assets via the company’s platform. The firm revealed that clients can choose from two Grayscale investment trusts, as the company now offers...
Global Cryptocurrency Adoption Doubled Since January Reaching 221 Million Users: Report
31.7.2021
A new report issued by Crypto.com, a cryptocurrency exchange and fintech services firm, discovered that the number of people using cryptocurrencies has more than doubled since January, reaching 221 million last June. The report states that the rise of the defi movement, institutions like Tesla...
Central Bank of Ireland Governor Talks Crypto, Praises ‘Secure, Decentralized’ Technology
31.7.2021
Gabriel Makhlouf, the governor of the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), has published a blog post in which he shares his views on the digitalization of finance. While echoing concerns expressed by his counterparts regarding cryptocurrencies, the official has also highlighted some of their positives....
Finland Looking for Brokers to Sell Seized Bitcoins Worth $80 Million
30.7.2021
Finland’s customs authority is looking for brokers to sell 1,981 bitcoins seized in drug cases. The coins are currently worth nearly $80 million. Finland’s customs authority announced Thursday that it is seeking brokers to sell 1,981 bitcoins seized in drug busts, Bloomberg reported...
Malaysia Takes Enforcement Actions Against Binance, Advises Investors to ‘Withdraw All Investments Immediately’
30.7.2021
The securities regulator of Malaysia has taken enforcement actions against the global cryptocurrency exchange Binance. Noting that the exchange is operating illegally in the country, the regulator has advised those who currently have accounts with Binance “to immediately cease trading through...
Paypal Unveils Plans to Expand Cryptocurrency Services With ‘Super App’ and Open Banking Integration
30.7.2021
Payments giant Paypal has outlined its plans to expand cryptocurrency services, including via a new wallet “super app,” open banking integration, U.K. expansion, and third-party wallet transfers. “We continue to be really pleased with the momentum we’re seeing on crypto...
Coinbase Includes Harvest Finance in Its System Offerings
30.7.2021
In a recent development regarding the eminent cryptocurrency firm ‘Coinbase’ has introduced Harvest Finance (FARM) resources to its market associates. With the appropriation of FARM on the trading platform in this new expanse of acquisition, clients will be authorized the rights...
WSG Collaborates with Travala.com
30.7.2021
WSG made the most exciting announcement ever of joining hands with Travala.com to shower the gamers of WSG with unique rewards. As a part of the biggest partnership for WSG, the gamers registered with Wall Street Games shall receive travel credit worth $5000 to be divided among the top five...
Crypto Trading Spiking Through Gamification and Trading Competitions
30.7.2021
A variety of subtle and obvious design details have been pushing app-based trading toward a more gamified experience. Platforms like eToro, League of Traders, and Zignaly have incorporated features like visualized portfolios, leaderboards, and top-trader profiles. These in-app features present...
Coinbase Ventures backs Ethereum-based streaming network
30.7.2021
Livepeer's $20 million Series B funding round saw participation from large VCs, including Coinbase Ventures, Coinfund, Northzone, 6th Man Ventures and Animal Ventures
Binance banned in Malaysia, given 14 days notice to shut down operations
30.7.2021
The crypto exchange has been served with a notice to stop offering its services in the country
Binance to shut down crypto derivatives trading in Europe
30.7.2021
Binance moves to suspend derivatives trading in Europe, starting with Germany, Italy and Netherlands
Large VCs are sidelining smaller crypto investors, PwC crypto lead says
30.7.2021
Inflated valuations for crypto businesses have raised the bar for small investors to participate in the ongoing innovation
Mexican Regulator: 12 Cryptocurrency Exchanges Are Operating Illegally
30.7.2021
Santiago Nieto Castillo, leader of the UIF, the Mexican financial regulator, has issued an alert that 12 cryptocurrency exchanges are operating illegally in the country. The regulator is now producing the necessary data for Mexican authorities to act against these exchanges. The institution...
US Senator Lummis: Big Government Spenders Are Accelerating Adoption of Crypto Assets Like Bitcoin
30.7.2021
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis is pushing for regulation that would ensure bitcoin remains a good store of value. If the cryptocurrency “is to become what El Salvador has done, legal tender, then we need to make sure that we are using it in ways that comply with the Bank Secrecy Act...
Financial Giant State Street Expands Cryptocurrency Services as Demand From Traditional Funds Soars
30.7.2021
State Street Corp., one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutional investors, has announced the expansion of its crypto services in partnership with Lukka, an enterprise crypto asset data and software provider. State Street Launching New Crypto Services State...
Cryptocurrency Girls Return with an NFT-themed Music Video
30.7.2021
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If you were thinking that the crypto sector is getting too serious and needs a touch of levity to lighten the mood, you’re in luck. The anarchic all-female Japanese J-pop group the Cryptocurrency Girls have returned – with a typically...
Okcoin secures regulatory approval in Malta and the Netherlands
29.7.2021
CEO Hong Fang said Okcoin was focused on Europe as part of the firm's global growth plans