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Sweden's Central Bank to Partner with Accenture to Launch E-Krona
13.12.2019
Sweden’s central bank is making plans to create a pilot platform for a digital currency known as the e-krona
IBMR and Blockchain Firm Algorand Launch Microfinance Platform
12.12.2019
IBMR and Algorand are jointly launching a microfinance platform and a dedicated token to promote financial inclusion in Southeast Asia
IDEG Reports Launch of New Bitcoin Trusts in Asia With Coinbase as Custodian
12.12.2019
According to a recent press release from IDEG Investment Limited, “Asia’s First Bitcoin Trusts” have been launched “as a traditional and comfortable way for ‘old money’ to invest in digital assets.” The two trusts, Asia Bitcoin Trust I and Atlas Mining...
China’s Inflation Hits a Record 4.5% as Beijing Prepares to Test Digital Yuan
12.12.2019
China has been confronted with multiple economic and financial problems this year amidst an ongoing trade war with the United States. Authorities in Beijing have been trying to overcome the challenges with administrative measures in what has become a market economy over the years. Inflation of...
Waves To Launch Blockchain-Agnostic Interoperability Protocol
11.12.2019
Waves presents Gravity Hub, a blockchain-agnostic interoperability protocol to unite blockchains and connect with other systems
JP Morgan Will Launch IIN Network in Japan to Address AML Issues
11.12.2019
Multinational investment bank JP Morgan is all set to launch its blockchain-powered payment system in Japan. The network, which is christened as Interbank Information Network (IIN), will see the launch early next year. The network will address the issuance of data among other bank networks and will...
JPMorgan Blockchain Payments Network Eyes January Japan Launch
10.12.2019
JPMorgan's Interbank Information Network will expand to Japan early next year, according to its executive director
Accounting Advisor and Crypto Startup to Jointly Launch Crypto Tax Tool
10.12.2019
Crypto accounting automation startup Lukka partnered with accounting advisor CPA.com to launch a crypto tax estimation tool
People’s Bank of China to Launch Pilot Projects on Cryptocurrencies and Fintech Innovation
10.12.2019
China’s central banking authority, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), is planning to roll out the pilot project focused on digital currency electronic payment in two of its major cities, namely, Shenzhen and Suzhou in the near future. Reports also affirmed that the PBOC is likely to put to the test...
Bakkt Launches Bitcoin Options in US, Futures in Asia
10.12.2019
Bakkt has launched two new regulated bitcoin derivatives products. Within hours of launch, Bakkt announced that over 1,000 futures contracts had been traded in Asia. The platform now offers four types of regulated bitcoin derivatives products: monthly and daily physically delivered bitcoin futures...
JPMorgan’s Blockchain Network to Launch in Japan in Early 2020: Report
10.12.2019
JPMorgan’s blockchain-based payment network, the Interbank Information Network, will reportedly launch in Japan in early 2020
IDEG, Coinbase Custody Launch Bitcoin Trusts in Apparent First for Asia
10.12.2019
Digital asset manager IDEG is launching what it claims are Asia’s first Bitcoin trusts
Cryptocurrency Exchange OKEx to Launch Options Trading This Month
9.12.2019
Major cryptocurrency exchange OKEx plans to launch options trading on Dec. 27
EOS-Based Social Media Platform Voice Announces Beta Launch
7.12.2019
Blockchain-based social media platform Voice created by EOS announced that its beta will launch on Feb. 14 next year
Mnuchin ‘Fine’ With Libra Launch, But Crypto Project Must ‘Fully’ Comply With AML Rules
6.12.2019
Steven Mnuchin, secretary of the U.S. Treasury, has no issue with the launch of the Facebook-led Libra project – as long as financial rules are followed to the letter
Almost 70 Crypto Funds Close This Year, Twice as Many Launch
6.12.2019
Dozens of crypto funds, almost 70, have closed this year, a mainstream media outlet reported. And while the startling number reveals the influx of institutional investors into the crypto space might not be happening at a fast pace, it’s also worth noting that crypto fund launches...
Crypto-Focused Lender Blockfi Launches Trading Platform
5.12.2019
Crypto financial services company Blockfi has launched a trading platform supporting three cryptocurrencies. The new offering adds to the company’s existing services: interest-bearing accounts and crypto-backed loans. Blockfi has completed registration with the U.S. Financial Crimes...
Ex-Morgan Stanley Executives Launch Crypto Derivatives Platform in Singapore
5.12.2019
A team of Morgan Stanley veterans have launched a crypto derivatives trading platform, claiming it is faster and more secure than some of the market’s biggest players
Former Morgan Stanley Developers Launch Crypto Derivatives Exchange
4.12.2019
Former Morgan Stanley developers launch a new cryptocurrency derivatives trading platform in Singapore
World’s 5th Biggest Bank to Launch ‘Digital Currency’ Company in 2020
4.12.2019
One of Japan’s largest companies, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), is set to co-launch a “digital currency” and smartphone-based payment service – in conjunction with Japanese human resources network Recruit.
Per a report from Nikkei, the new joint-venture company will debut in 2020, and will...