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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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Crypto Exchange Binance Halts Activities in Israel After Regulator Raises Licensing Issue
19.2.2022
Binance has reportedly halted services in Israel after the cryptocurrency exchange was approached by the country’s financial regulator inquiring about its activities and the licenses under which it operates. A growing number of regulators have been scrutinizing Binance for operating without...
Binance stopped 'all activities focused on Israel' following regulatory request: Report
17.2.2022
"Following the intervention of the capital market, Binance has at this stage stopped marketing to Israelis and all activities focused on Israel until we examine the issue of licensing,” said the Capital Markets Authority
Israel's Pro Crypto Move, Shanghai's Metaverse, Bitcoin-Backed USD 100M Credit Facility + More News
31.12.2021
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Mandates Ban Unvaccinated From Visiting Banks in Multiple Countries, Australian Premier Says ‘There’s Going to Be a Vaccinated Economy’
22.12.2021
Over the last few weeks, furious debates over Covid-19 and vaccine mandates have divided people into two classes. On December 21, one individual from Argentina explained in a forum that “banks in Argentina are not letting unvaccinated people inside.” The person said that whether...
Bank of America Sees Massive Opportunity in Metaverse for Entire Crypto Ecosystem
2.12.2021
Bank of America’s strategist says that the metaverse is a massive opportunity where cryptocurrencies will be widely used as currencies. “I definitely believe this is a massive, massive opportunity,” he said. Bank of America’s Metaverse Prediction Bank of America’s...
BRD Wallet and Unbound Security — Coinbase Acquires 2 Companies in Less Than a Week
1.12.2021
The publicly-listed crypto-asset exchange Coinbase has announced the company has acquired the Israeli firm Unbound Security. The announcement follows Coinbase acquiring the cryptocurrency wallet BRD last week and the Unbound acquisition is aimed at the company’s “commitment...
Coinbase will establish presence in Israel through purchase of Unbound Security
30.11.2021
“We’ve long recognized Israel as a hot bed of strong technology and cryptography talent, and are excited to continue to grow our team with some of the best and brightest minds in these fields,” said Coinbase
El Salvador Buys Bitcoin Dip Again, WisdomTree Launches 3 Crypto ETPs + More News
29.11.2021
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Etoro to Limit Cardano and Tron Services in US Due to Regulatory Concerns
26.11.2021
Etoro, an Israel-based trading platform, has taken action on its platform regarding the trading of cardano and tron. Now, U.S.-based customers will have limited functionality with these cryptocurrencies on the Etoro platform starting in December. Etoro explained in a post that these new measures...
Israeli Police Arrest Beitar Jerusalem Owner and 7 Suspects in Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Fraud
20.11.2021
Israeli police have arrested eight suspects in connection with a cryptocurrency fraud scheme after raiding their homes and seizing evidence. One of the suspects is Moshe Hogeg, a well-known owner of the premier soccer team Beitar Jerusalem Football Club. 8 People Arrested in Crypto Fraud Scheme...
Israel's AML Authority and Europol Zoom In On Crypto
16.11.2021
Israel’s Money Laundering and Terror Financing Prohibition Authority (IMPA) has announced that new, tightened regulations will now apply to cryptoassets, fintechs, and various other financial products. The measures are designed to introduce more regulatory clarity and coherent standards, according...
Israel reportedly adopts new AML rules for crypto
16.11.2021
The Israeli government is now reportedly in the process of reviewing several crypto firms to issue operating licenses
Man Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison for Stealing Nearly $7 Million of Crypto in Israel
11.8.2021
Afek Zard, a resident of Israel, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for embezzling a large sum of cryptocurrency that belonged to a friend of his. The man, who refused to cooperate with the investigation, will have to pay a hefty fine as well. Israeli Resident Sentenced for Cryptocurrency...
Israel’s Mossad Is Hiring a Cryptocurrency Specialist
10.8.2021
The Israeli intelligence service, Mossad, is now looking to hire someone who understands digital currencies. According to the job posting, the role requires extensive expertise in the field of financial technologies. Mossad Recruiting Expert With Fintech Background Israel’s Institute...
Israel's Mossad spy agency is seeking to hire a crypto expert
9.8.2021
The job listing outlines that the intelligence agency is seeking someone with in-depth understanding of the world of fintech and digital currencies
Israeli gov't seeks to track crypto holdings above $61K
29.7.2021
Framed as a "war against black capital," Israel's Ministry of Finance estimates the new legislation could bring in $9.2 million in additional state revenues through tax