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FINRA Claims Widespread Violations in Majority of Crypto Asset Communications
25.1.2024
Following an examination launched in November 2022, FINRA claims widespread potential violations in the way member firms communicate about crypto assets. FINRA Report Alleges Misinformation in Crypto Asset Marketing In a report released on Jan. 23, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority...
Immediate Neupro Ai Review – Scam or Legitimate Trading Platform
24.1.2024
Disclaimer: The text below is an advertorial article that is not part of Cryptonews.com editorial content Immediate Neupro Ai reportedly welcomes users to discover a wide world of financial opportunities by connecting them with ‘top brokerage firms’ or exchanges. The platform also...
MailerLite Confirms Breach: $3.3M Lost in Crypto Phishing Attacks
24.1.2024
MailerLite has confirmed reports of the hackers gaining access to customers’ accounts that led to a calculated crypto phishing exploit targeted at popular web3 firms. On Jan 23, the email marketing company released a detailed explanation of the events leading up to the hack and subsequent...
Cryptojacking Skyrockets: Here’s How It Works
24.1.2024
Cryptojacking has been on the rise with hackers targeting financial firms. It is a type of cyber attack which involves hijacking a computer and using its power to mine cryptocurrencies. It is a malicious activity where unauthorized individuals or software use someone else’s computer or device...
Over $580,000 Drained in Phishing Scams Targeting Web3 Firms – What’s Going On?
23.1.2024
About $580,000 has been drained following a calculated phishing campaign targeting at least four web3 firms’ email addresses. Digital asset scam detective, ZackXBT commented on the developments on X (formerly Twitter). He flagged several emails sent out in a calculated attempt to appear to be from...
OSL Executive Director: Hong Kong Expected to Approve Spot Crypto ETFs by Mid 2024
22.1.2024
Hong Kong may witness the launch of its first spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the middle of this year. Gary Tiu, the executive director and head of regulatory affairs at OSL, a Hong Kong-licensed cryptocurrency exchange, said OSL is in close communication with multiple fund companies....
Egyptian Fintech Startup Zeal Secures $4 Million to Fund Expansion to New Markets
18.1.2024
The Egyptian fintech startup has revealed that it recently raised $4 million in funding via a round led by venture capital firms Raed Ventures and Cur8 Capital. CEO said the firm’s capital raise is expected to help Zeal accelerate its journey “towards utilizing AI to revolutionize...
Russian Central Bank ‘Turning a Blind Eye’ to Crypto-powered Trade – Senator
17.1.2024
Source: ulchik74/Adobe A Russian senator has claimed the nation’s Central Bank is “turning a blind eye” to firms that use crypto as a payment tool in international trade. Russia’s CoinSpot quoted Ivan Abramov, the First Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council Committee...
EU Banking Watchdog Seeks to ‘Harmonize’ AML Measures With Extension to Crypto Firms
16.1.2024
Source: AdobeStock/Grecaud Paul Europe’s leading banking entity, the European Banking Authority (EBA), has extended its regulatory reach to cover the cryptocurrency space. In a blog post dated January 16, the EU banking watchdog announced the release of new guidelines focusing on money...
EU Banking Watchdog Extends Anti-Money Laundering Measures to Cover Crypto Firms
16.1.2024
EU Banking Watchdog Extends Anti-Money Laundering Measures to Cover Crypto Firms
16.1.2024
The European Banking Authority issued new guidance for crypto firms that will come into effect on Dec. 30, 2024
Google Removes Apps of Binance and Other Global Crypto Exchanges in India
15.1.2024
Google has removed several prominent global crypto exchanges, including Binance and Kraken, from its Play Store in India. This move comes as a response to allegations of these exchanges operating “illegally”, with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) issuing show cause notices to nine...
Vanguard Holds Significant Stake in MicroStrategy, Indirect Bitcoin Exposure
13.1.2024
Source: AdobeStock / photo_gonzo Vanguard, one of the world’s leading asset management firms, has secured a substantial stake in MicroStrategy (MSTR), providing investors with indirect exposure to Bitcoin (BTC). While Vanguard has opted against launching Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs)...
Vanguard Blocks Customers From Trading SEC-Approved Spot Bitcoin ETFs
13.1.2024
Several investment firms, including Vanguard, reportedly block customers from trading spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). “Our perspective is that these products do not align with our offer focused on asset classes such as equities, bonds, and cash,” the firm explained....
What Other Crypto Firms Could Go Public This Year
12.1.2024
After Circle’s SEC filing marking the first step towards a public listing, CoinDesk examined the other firms that might try to go public amid a rebound in crypto markets. High on the list of possibles: Kraken and Ripple
Two South Korean Brokerages Pause Transactions of Foreign Spot Bitcoin ETFs
12.1.2024
Source: Pixabay Two major South Korean securities firms have suspended transaction services of foreign spot Bitcoin ETFs. Following an announcement from South Korea’s Financial Services Commission, the country’s top financial watchdog, Samsung Securities and Mirae Asset Securities...
Mike Novogratz Predicts a Bitcoin ETF War Between Invesco, BlackRock, and Fidelity
12.1.2024
Source: LinkedIn The recent regulatory approval of 11 Bitcoin (BTC) spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has set the stage for an intense battle among asset management firms. Renowned crypto enthusiast Mike Novogratz, who is CEO of Galaxy Digital, has forecasted a fierce struggle for dominance...
South Korean Crypto-related KOSDAQ Stocks Soar on Bitcoin ETF News
12.1.2024
Source: mirsad/Adobe South Korean crypto-related KOSDAQ stocks “soared” on the news of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s approval of 11 Bitcoin spot ETFs. No South Korean crypto firm has yet floated on the Korean Exchange. However, several listed companies have...
Coinbase’s Market Dominance Challenged by New Wave of Bitcoin ETFs
11.1.2024
Source: Adobe / 24K-Production The US-based crypto exchange Coinbase is facing increased competition and potential challenges to its market dominance following the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US. Notable asset management firms, including BlackRock, Franklin...
Crypto for Advisors: AI, a Strategic Tool for Financial Firms
11.1.2024
Lynda Koster from Growthential highlights the importance of strategically adopting and integrating generative AI in business, especially in financial advising, to navigate the evolving technological landscape and maintain a competitive edge