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Hut 8 Receives $150M Investment as Thirst for Energy Brings AI Firms to Bitcoin Miners
24.6.2024
The funding came from Coatue Management, which is also an investor in CoreWeave, a cloud-computing firm looking to take over miner Core Scientific
Japanese crypto firms rally for crucial tax reforms
20.6.2024
The Japanese cryptocurrency industry is stepping up its lobbying efforts against stringent taxes preventing the growth of digital assets in the country. Leading this campaign is the Japan Blockchain Association (JBA) headed by Yuzo Kano, the CEO of bitFlyer Holdings which is one of the largest...
Kraken Calls Security Research Firm’s Demands ‘Criminal’; Certik Slams Threats Against Its Employees
19.6.2024
Kraken has accused an unnamed security research firm of stealing $3 million from its treasury and attempting to extort more money. Nick Percoco said so-called white hat hackers failed to fully disclose the bug transaction details and have not made arrangements to return the stolen funds. White...
56% of Fortune 500 Firms Pursue Crypto and Blockchain Projects, Says Coinbase
15.6.2024
A Coinbase report reveals that cryptocurrency and blockchain initiatives among Fortune 100 companies rose by 39% year-over-year, reaching a record high in Q1 2024. In addition, 56% of Fortune 500 companies are working on onchain projects. The report emphasizes the need for clear crypto regulations...
Kenyan Central Bank to Issue Licenses to Fintech Firms
14.6.2024
The Central Bank of Kenya is amending the country’s payment systems law, which will allow it to issue operating licenses to fintech startups. Governor Kamau Thugge said he expects the bank to complete the process of amending the law soon. Central Bank Aims to Support Fintech Startups The Central...
Taiwan establishes association to help crypto firms self regulate
13.6.2024
The association was formed after the country’s Justice Ministry proposed AML amendments for crypto firms that could result in penalties, including up to two years in prison
North Korean cyberattacks on Brazilian fintech firms exposed
13.6.2024
Google Cloud’s report exposes North Korean cybercriminals targeting Brazil’s cryptocurrency and fintech sectors with sophisticated malware and phishing schemes
Zimbabwe consults crypto firms on virtual asset regulation needs
12.6.2024
The Zimbabwean government hopes to create a regulatory structure tailored to country’s specific needs and conditions
Ripple President Says SEC on ‘Warpath’ With Crypto Industry
6.6.2024
The president of Ripple Labs has criticized the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s approach to regulating the crypto sector, emphasizing that the regulator is on a “warpath” with the industry. She highlighted the inefficiency of the current approach, stating:...
Private firms to join global central bank CBDC project
5.6.2024
As Project mBridge enters its MVP phase, BIS is inviting private sector firms to propose new solutions and use cases to further develop and showcase the platform's potential
Crypto Firms Hit by Newsletter Breach Attack, Mailing Lists Leaked
5.6.2024
Several cryptocurrency businesses are reporting that there is an ongoing "supply chain email breach attack" that uses newsletter mailing lists to send around malicious phishing links
New York Tightens Customer Service Regulations for Crypto Companies
1.6.2024
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has introduced new guidance mandating regulated cryptocurrency entities to implement customer service policies and procedures. Crypto entities must collect data to ensure timely and fair resolution of issues, maintain records for regulatory...
Legal fees skyrocket in high-profile crypto bankruptcies
31.5.2024
High-profile bankruptcy cases have become a lucrative goldmine for two major law firms involved in the legal proceedings: Sullivan and Cromwell and Kirkland and Ellis
Hong Kong SFC to Conduct On-Site Inspections of Crypto Platforms after Licensing Deadline
29.5.2024
The Hong Kong SFC has announced that it will be conducting on-site inspections of local crypto firms that have not yet completed their regulatory applications after the licensing deadline.
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Hong Kong SFC to compliance check crypto firms offices after license deadline
29.5.2024
A total of eleven crypto asset companies and exchanges have withdrawn license applications ahead of the deadline
Russian Commodities Firms Turn to Stablecoins for Transactions with Chinese Counterparts
28.5.2024
Russian commodities firms facing challenges in executing financial transactions with Chinese counterparts have turned to stablecoins.
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Crypto firms target custody market as institutional adoption grows
21.5.2024
Fireblocks and Taurus are among the crypto firms expanding services to meet institutional demand for digital asset storage
Crypto firms rally behind FIT21 bill approaching US House floor vote
17.5.2024
Lawmakers expect to vote on a bill clarifying how regulators handle digital assets by June after a majority in both chambers passed a resolution against an SEC crypto rule
DTCC and Chainlink Launch Pilot Program with US Banking Giants to Advance Tokenization in TradFi
17.5.2024
The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) has partnered with blockchain oracle Chainlink to conclude a pilot program involving several major banking firms in the United States.
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Over 600 firms reveal billions in combined investment in Bitcoin ETFs
16.5.2024
Millennium Management is the largest Bitcoin ETF investor with a $1.9 billion investment