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Archax, Assetera partner to offer 91 tokenized funds in UK market
8.10.2024
Assetera and Archax are collaborating to provide UK and global investors with regulated access to tokenized funds, including real-world and digital assets
Archax, Assetera partner to offer tokenized RWA in UK, Europe
8.10.2024
Assetera and Archax are collaborating to provide investors with regulated access to tokenized funds, including real-world and digital assets
Bitcoin Is Digital Oil Well Fueling Rural Texas Economic Revival, Mayor Says
8.10.2024
Mayor Ward Roddam of Rockdale, Texas, sees bitcoin mining as the key to his town’s resurgence after the devastating closure of its largest employer, Alcoa. Comparing it to Texas’ oil boom, Roddam highlights how this modern technology is creating jobs, boosting revenue, and funding...
Texas town residents sue Marathon Digital over crypto mine noise
8.10.2024
A group of residents in Granbury, Texas, sued Marathon Digital, claiming noise from its nearby Bitcoin mine is a “nuisance” that caused health issues for some locals
Hong Kong’s Crypto Framework Near Completion — 11 Platforms Awaiting Approval
8.10.2024
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has confirmed that the full regulatory framework for digital assets is set to be completed by next year, according to CEO Liang Fengyi. She also noted that 11 more crypto platforms are in the process of applying for licenses, with the first...
BRICS Unified Currency Deemed Premature by Russian Official
8.10.2024
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister has stated that discussions on a single currency for the BRICS economic bloc are premature due to differences in financial regulation among member nations. Instead, the focus remains on enhancing financial sovereignty and exploring national currencies...
SEC Flags Risks in Crypto and Emerging Tech Investment Scams
8.10.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is raising alarms about the growing risks of cryptocurrency scams and other investment fraud during World Investor Week 2024. Amid the rising influence of AI, social media, and aggressive financial marketing, investors are struggling to find...
ECB official proposes unified European ledger for digital assets
7.10.2024
European Central Bank executive board member Piero Cipollone would like to see a sort of European union for digital assets
AI Cryptos Spike as Broader Market Stays Flat, Sector Nears $30B Milestone
7.10.2024
While the crypto market’s overall capitalization has only ticked up by 0.28% over the past day, reaching $2.19 trillion, the artificial intelligence (AI) crypto economy has made more noticeable gains, climbing 5.4% to hover above the $29 billion mark. AI Crypto Sector Jumps 5.4% to $29B...
Europe not in top priority for Sam Altman’s Worldcoin: Report
7.10.2024
An exec said Worldcoin is seeing a “larger dynamic” in non-European countries, including those in the Asia-Pacific region and Latin American jurisdictions
Bitcoin Miner Marathon's Anduro Unveils Tokenization Platform, Starts With Whiskey
7.10.2024
Anduro has developed the RWA project Avant alongside tokenization platform Vertalo
WEF recommends ‘Sandbox-first approach’ for DeFi adoption
7.10.2024
The World Economic Forum has recommended using regulatory sandboxes to foster decentralized finance innovation while mitigating risks
NFTs weekly sales volumes hit highest level since August
7.10.2024
NFT sales volumes for the week ending Oct. 6 hit nearly $85 million, the biggest selling week for NFTs since the end of August
IMF Urges El Salvador to Tighten Bitcoin Law and Strengthen Oversight
7.10.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised El Salvador to narrow the scope of its bitcoin law, strengthen regulation and oversight of the cryptocurrency, and limit public sector exposure. The IMF remains engaged with the country to support reforms and ensure bitcoin adoption does...
Crypto Fraud Ring Dismantled by Vietnamese Authorities
7.10.2024
Vietnamese authorities have reportedly dismantled a cross-border fraud ring involved in romance scams and fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes. Led by foreign criminals, the group operated from Laos and defrauded victims of tens of billions of dong. Key Vietnamese suspects, trained in digital...
UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions
7.10.2024
The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies and other digital assets must carefully evaluate their tax positions, especially...
Australian Police Seize $9.3M in Crypto, Bust Mastermind Behind Ghost Platform
7.10.2024
The Australian Federal Police have taken a major step against organized crime by seizing $9.3 million in cryptocurrency. The operation uncovered a secret encrypted communication platform, Ghost, leading to the arrest of its alleged mastermind. Through digital forensics, authorities cracked...
Swift to Pilot Digital Asset and Currency Transactions in 2025
7.10.2024
Swift will begin live trials for digital asset and currency transactions in 2025, engaging banks across North America, Europe, and Asia in a major step toward real-world applications. By leveraging its existing network, Swift aims to merge digital and traditional assets, addressing the challenges...
UAE exempts crypto transfers, conversion from value-added tax
6.10.2024
The UAE has exempted cryptocurrency transfers and conversions from value-added tax, positioning itself as a more crypto-friendly jurisdiction for digital asset transactions
Telegram to enable NFT conversion for new Gifts feature
6.10.2024
While Telegram did not specify a specific date for implementing NFT support for Gifts, its CEO said that the feature will be launched “later this year.”