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Russia's Sberbank Will Introduce DeFi Platform by May: Report
3.2.2023
The bank's blockchain product director believes DeFi will one day replace traditional banking services
Banks in Russia to Lose $700 Million a Year Due to Digital Ruble, Experts Say
3.2.2023
Russian banks may be the main losers from the introduction of a digital ruble while retailers will save on acquiring fees, analysts have predicted. The benefits for consumers using the new digital currency are not that obvious as they may not be paid any interest or cashback. Launch of Russia’s...
UK Crypto Firms to Get Broad Laws – May Need New Authorization
1.2.2023
The industry has largely welcomed plans that could cover crypto lending and NFTs, and force foreign companies to register and set up in the country
Bitcoin Suisse Chairman Says EU Won’t Ban Crypto, But It May Seek to Contain It
31.1.2023
Luzius Meisser, chairman of the Swiss crypto firm, weighs in on why the E.U. is likely to try to build a firewall around crypto rather than prohibit its use altogether
BlockFi's Crypto Mining Assets May Be Headed to Market After Bankruptcy Hearing
30.1.2023
The crypto lender’s quest to get its hands on $580 million of Robinhood shares originally owned by FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has taken another turn, the court was told
Assassin’s Creed Comic May Have Hidden Message From Frustrated Artist
27.1.2023
This year the Assassin’s Creed franchise turns 15 years old. In that time, the franchise has expanded into multiple games, mobile spin-offs, books, movies, shorts, and more. It’s a big, complicated universe that involves historical conspiracies, shadowy cults, and ancient aliens. And those ancient...
FTX and Alameda Research Collapse Sad Event but ‘Good for the Long Run’ Says DWF Labs Managing Partner
27.1.2023
While the collapse of the crypto exchange FTX and its affiliate Alameda Research is thought to have left many crypto players, including market makers, in the worst possible position, according to Andrei Grachev, managing partner at DWF Labs, this incident may have helped to “flush...
Russia Mulls Gold-backed Stablecoin, Lawmaker Confirms After Iran Visit
27.1.2023
Russia may issue a stablecoin backed by gold to use in international settlements, a high-ranking member of the Russian parliament has admitted. The matter has been discussed during a recent visit to Iran where officials have also signaled interest in such an initiative. Iran and Russia Talk...
While ApeCoin Price Explodes, These 3 Coins May 10x
26.1.2023
ApeCoin (APE), the ERC-20 that powers Yuga Labs’ web3 ecosystem, has been exploding to the upside in recent weeks. APE/USD was last changing hands at near $6.10, up nearly 70% since the start of the month and up around 130% versus last year’s lows in the $2.60 area....
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Gold to Lose Its Shine as Harry Dent Predicts Massive Crash; Bitcoin to Follow Suit With Low of $3,250
26.1.2023
Gold has seen a significant increase in value in 2023, with spot prices rising from $1,823 per ounce to the current price of $1,937 per ounce. However, Harry Dent, founder of HS Dent Investment Management, believes that this trend may not continue in the near future. Dent predicts that gold...
Crypto Thaw May Be Premature but Advisors Should Prepare for Winter’s End
26.1.2023
When crypto winter ends and investment activity blossoms once again in the digital assets space, financial advisors should be prepared to hear a new litany of questions from clients about the risks and opportunities in cryptocurrencies
Instead of Slowing Innovation, Regulation May Drive Demand for ReFi
25.1.2023
At the intersection of crypto and climate activism, the business community is seeking the power of regulation to spur adoption and action, writes sustainability advocate Boyd Cohen
Why less may be more when building Web3
25.1.2023
To build secure and resilient Web3 systems, transparency alone is not enough. By placing greater emphasis on simplicity, we can make the peer-review of code more effective and minimize security breaches in the Web3 space
New South African Code Says Crypto Asset Ads Must Include Capital Loss Warning
25.1.2023
Crypto asset service providers in South Africa seeking to attract investors via advertisements must “expressly and clearly state that investing in crypto assets may result in the loss of capital.” Influencers working on behalf of crypto asset service providers must “not offer...
New 'Celsius token' may be used to repay creditors: report
24.1.2023
It was suggested that the token could be part of a reorganization that would turn it into a publicly traded, U.S. regulated company
EU Plans Digital Euro Bill, Metaverse Policy for May, Commission Says
24.1.2023
The bill is set to underpin a putative new central bank digital currency , financial services commissioner Mairead McGuinness said
Genesis eyes fast resolution to creditor disputes and bankruptcy exit in May
24.1.2023
A lawyer for Genesis is optimistic it can resolve creditor disputes before the week is out while the firm could exit bankruptcy proceedings in four months
Bitcoin miners’ worst days may have passed, but a few key hurdles remain
23.1.2023
A handful of improving metrics show profit margins slowly improving for Bitcoin miners, but key areas of the sector remain under pressure
Crypto Billionaire Arthur Hayes Says Bitcoin May ‘Crash Back Down’ If This Happens – Here’s What You Need to Know
23.1.2023
Crypto billionaire and former CEO of BitMex Arthur Hayes has warned that Bitcoin may yield all its recent gains if the Federal Reserve does not pivot on monetary policy.
In a January 19 blog post, Hayes talked about inflation and how it could impact the crypto market. The billionaire noted that...
Philippine Authorities Rescue Alleged Victims of ‘Crypto Trafficking Ring’
23.1.2023
Philippine authorities say that they have rescued alleged victims of a “crypto trafficking ring” who were recruited to work in a call center in Cambodia and scam people out of their cryptocurrencies. The authorities are also investigating government employees who may have assisted...