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Majority of Russia’s Financial Pyramids in Q1 Linked to Crypto, Scammers Exploit Sanctions Topic
8.5.2022
Many of the financial pyramids identified in Russia during the first quarter of the year have been associated with cryptocurrencies, a top central bank official has revealed. Fraudsters are actively exploiting the hot topics of the day, including the sanctions theme. Pyramids Offer Russian...
Listen To A Bunch Of EVE Online Nerds Go Wild Over An Official Excel Collab
6.5.2022
During the keynote of this weekend’s EVE Fanfest convention in Reykjavik, Iceland, EVE Online creative director Bergur Finnbogason previewed an upcoming collaboration between the spacefaring MMO and Microsoft’s Excel spreadsheet program in front of a crowd of dedicated fans. They ate it up.Read more
Georgia to Unveil New Cryptocurrency Law by This Fall
6.5.2022
Authorities in Georgia are now holding discussions with industry representatives to finalize a bill designed to regulate coin trading, among other crypto-related activities. The legislation will be presented to the Georgian society this fall at the latest, a top central bank official announced....
Adding Custom GitHub Badges to Your Repo
3.5.2022
If you’ve spent time looking at open-source repos on GitHub, you’ve probably noticed that most of them use badges in their README files. Take the official React repository, for instance. There are GitHub badges all over the README file that communicate important...
Algorand becomes first US blockchain sponsor of FIFA World Cup
3.5.2022
The proof-of-stake blockchain will assist FIFA in developing a “digital assets’ strategy” along with providing an official “wallet solution”
Top EU Official Calls for Global Crypto Agreement
2.5.2022
Europe and the U.S. should work together to protect investors and limit environmental harm, Mairead McGuinness said
Dan Hollings The Plan Reviews (INVESTIGATED) – Official Crypto Review of The Plan 2022
2.5.2022
Are you considering The Plan By Dan Hollings crypto training program, BUT… you’re not certain if this is really for you? Our team of crypto analysts and enthusiasts has spent the last four weeks investigating and researching everything about the new 2022 launch of The Plan’s Mentorship...
Attackers Steal $80 Million From Rari Capital’s Fuse Platform, Fei Protocol Suffers From Exploit
30.4.2022
According to a report from the blockchain company Blocsec, Rari Capital’s Fuse platform has lost roughly $80 million from a “reentrancy vulnerability.” On Saturday, Fei Protocol’s official Twitter account confirmed it lost funds from the Rari Fuse platform exploit....
Fidelity’s Bitcoin 401(k) Offering Risks Retirement Security of Americans, Says Labor Department Official
30.4.2022
The U.S. Labor Department has “grave concerns” about Fidelity Investments allowing investors to put bitcoin into their 401(k) accounts for retirement savings. An official of the Labor Department said it risks the retirement security of Americans, stressing that...
Central Bank of Cuba Introduces Specific Virtual Asset Service Providers Regulation
29.4.2022
The Cuban government has issued new regulations concerning the operation of virtual asset service providers (VASPs) in the country. In an official resolution, the Bank of Cuba establishes specific procedures that these individuals or companies must follow to operate legally in the country, after...
UK Regulator Seeks International Crypto Regulation Coordination, Not Over-regulation - Official
28.4.2022
International regulators should cooperate to develop a regulatory framework for cryptoassets – but not over-regulate the industry and kill innovation, according to a senior representative of the UK regulatory body Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
David Raw, Co-Director of Consumer and Retail...
Top ECB Official Ramps Up Anti-Crypto Rhetoric, Calls for Global Regulations
28.4.2022
Comparing the rise of crypto assets to the gold rush, a top executive at the European Central Bank has urged governments to take action to prevent “a lawless frenzy of risk-taking.” Speaking in the U.S., the ECB official called for a global regulatory clampdown on cryptocurrencies...
NFT Scammers Hack Official Twitter Account of the University of the Philippines
27.4.2022
The University of the Philippines recently reported that NFT scammers hacked its official Twitter account. The motives are believed to take away the digital assets of its followers. The hacking incident was reported to have occurred a day ago, that is, on April 25, 2022. Hackers had renamed...
Former Homeland Security Chief Nielsen to Join Astra as Adviser
27.4.2022
Another top aide to former President Donald Trump is joining the Swiss crypto startup, Astra Protocol. Ex-Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen has been hired as an adviser right on the heels of former Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney
Cuban central bank makes it official: VASP licensing coming in May
27.4.2022
The Gazette further determines that this decision will enter into force 20 days after its publication, which is May 16
ECB needs 'globally coordinated regulatory action' on crypto, says official
25.4.2022
One of Fabio Panetta’s concerns seemed to be how the ECB and lawmakers address the taxation of cryptoassets, describing current requirements as “minimal."
Bank of Russia to Pilot Digital Ruble Settlements in 2023
25.4.2022
Russia’s monetary authority intends to conduct the first settlements with the digital ruble next year, its governor announced this week. Speaking to Russian lawmakers, the official highlighted the important role the new currency is going to play for Russia under sanctions. Russia to Trial...
Report: Saudi Arabia Exploring Possibility of Implementing Blockchain in Government
23.4.2022
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is looking into the possibility of implementing blockchain technology across its government as well as allowing the use of cryptocurrencies. However, an official said the kingdom can only successfully build blockchain-based solutions if it hires people that...
IMF Official: Regulating Crypto Assets Is High on the Agenda for India
22.4.2022
A director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) says that crypto regulation is “certainly high on the agenda” for India. “We are trying to come up with global standards for #crypto asset regulations. I think that’s important for India to also adopt,” said...
Nike's Official Hello Kitty Sneakers Are Perfect
22.4.2022
I’ve written before how I’m a huge fan of Nike’s subtle “tributes” to things they don’t actually hold the license for, the latest example being a line of Prestos based on Star Wars characters like Boba Fett. These upcoming Hello Kitty sneakers, though, are the real deal.Read more