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Israel’s regulator teases comprehensive crypto framework at ICC
3.7.2022
This year’s annual Israel Crypto Conference was focused on regulation and CBDCs: The regulated status of cryptocurrencies would open many doors of possibilities
Bank of Israel experiments with central bank digital currency smart contracts and privacy
21.6.2022
The Israeli central bank looked at trust issues and policy decisions implied in a potential digital shekel, as well as some of the technical aspects of digital currency
DeFi crypto wallet aims to decentralize inheritance of crypto and NFTs
1.6.2022
Kirobo’s new inheritance solution allows users to generate and execute an automated last will without the need for lawyers, government authorities, or any other centralized entity
Two credit card firms in Israel to let cardholders buy Bitcoin
18.5.2022
Two Israel-based credit card companies, Max and Isracard, have started working on Bitcoin investment and cashback solutions via a credit card
This week’s Law Decoded: Is depegging a real threat to financial stability?
17.5.2022
Janet Yellen calls on lawmakers to develop a consistent federal framework for stablecoins, Hester Peirce urges to allow room for failure and more
Public Consultations Reveal Positive Interest in Bank of Israel’s Digital Shekel
14.5.2022
A survey carried out by the central bank of Israel has returned mostly positive responses from stakeholders regarding the possible issuance of a digital shekel currency. Many of the participants in the public consultations support the continued development of the project, the regulator said. Bank...
Most Wanted 'Cryptoqueen', Galaxy's Buyback, Delayed CBDC + More News
12.5.2022
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Bank of Israel claims 'public support' for its CBDC project
11.5.2022
Stakeholders believe that the digital shekel would boost competition, but remain divided on the matter of privacy
Second Largest Israeli Bank Leumi Launching Cryptocurrency Trading
27.3.2022
Israel’s second-largest bank, Leumi, is launching a cryptocurrency trading service to allow customers of its digital investment platform to trade cryptocurrencies. “The service will allow Pepper Invest customers to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies.” Major Israeli Bank...
Top Israeli bank to accept BTC and ETH trading through Paxos' collaboration
25.3.2022
Pepper Invest users can now buy, sell, and hold Bitcoin and Ethereum subject to regulatory approval
Israeli Bank Leumi Enables Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading
25.3.2022
In a bid to attract Israeli crypto investors, Bank Leumi has announced that it will enable its customers to trade cryptoassets. Trading services will be carried out through the bank’s online trading platform Pepper Invest.
Pepper Invest is offering its crypto trading services in partnership...
Israel's Bank Leumi to Enable Crypto Trading: Report
25.3.2022
Bank Leumi is offering this service in partnership with New York-based custody and trading platform Paxos
Bank of Israel issues draft guidelines on cryptocurrency AML/CFT
11.3.2022
Private banks could be required to conduct risk assessments on case-by-case basis
Big Short Against Tether, CBDC Giweaway, New NFT Collections + More News
11.3.2022
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Bank of Israel Publishes Draft Guidelines for Crypto Deposits
11.3.2022
The draft rules would prevent Israeli banks applying a blanket ban on fiat deposits originating from crypto activities
‘100x Lower Than L1 Fees’ — Alchemy Integrates Ethereum L2 Product Starknet to Increase Web3 Scalability
8.3.2022
According to the startup Starkware, the team’s Ethereum layer two (L2) service Starknet has been integrated by the blockchain API and node service Alchemy. Developers can now leverage Alchemy’s infrastructure tools alongside Starknet’s zero-knowledge (ZK) rollup technology....
Bank of Israel: Adoption of CBDC Will Not Materially Affect the Banking System
5.3.2022
Israel’s central bank says the public’s adoption of the digital shekel is not expected “to materially affect the banking system.” The bank, however, warns that any issuance of such digital currency will likely result in a decline of the volume of the public’s...
Report: Israel Defense Ministry Seized Crypto Wallets Holding Hamas-Destined Funds
1.3.2022
Israel’s Defense Ministry seized cryptocurrency wallets holding funds that were destined for Hamas, a report has said. The wallets belonged to businesses that are associated with Al’matchadun currency exchange, which itself is accused of helping to funnel funds to Hamas. Seizure Order...
Israeli authorities seize Hamas linked crypto accounts
1.3.2022
The Israeli government has confiscated 30 crypto wallets from a small exchange based in Gaza, where the Hamas terrorist group has bolstered its military
eBay's Crypto Teaser, UK Seeks More Power to Seize Crypto + More News
28.2.2022
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