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Crypto Neobank Wallbit Leaves Venezuela Due to Sanctions
28.2.2023
Wallbit, a crypto-enabled neobank, announced it would stop serving users in Venezuela after its banking partner in the U.S. called on it to do so. The platform announced this move was the direct result of the economic sanctions that the country is currently facing, and that Venezuelans outside...
Uphold exchange denies owing millions to failed crypto lender Cred
12.1.2023
Cred sued Uphold in June 2022 over a jointly promoted crypto yield product called CredEarn
Failed Crypto Lender Cred Blames Its Demise on Uphold Exchange in Suit
23.7.2022
The 2022 meltdown is not the first time that the risks of “Centralized DeFi” products have been laid bare
Cryptocurrency Exchange Uphold Leaves Venezuela Due to US Sanctions
24.6.2022
Uphold, a New York-based cryptocurrency exchange, has announced it is closing its operations in Venezuelan markets. The company, which has already had problems with users in the country in the past — shutting down accounts and requiring KYC controls that some users deemed excessive —...
Uphold withdraws with Venezuela, citing US sanctions
23.6.2022
The platform advised users to withdraw funds quickly, noting it would halt trading for Venezuela-based clients on July 31, with all accounts “fully restricted” beginning Sept. 30
Plataforma de trading cripto Uphold se retira de Venezuela por sanciones de EE. UU.
23.6.2022
El servicio de trading en el país estará disponible hasta el 31 de julio, y las cuentas estarán totalmente restringidas a partir del 30 de septiembre
Voyager Limited, Binance Scores Ronaldo, New Bitcoin Bridge, 'Brutal' Singapore + More News
23.6.2022
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Crypto Trading Platform Uphold Exits Venezuela, Cites US Sanctions
23.6.2022
The company said it made the decision because of the “increasing complexity of complying” with penalties imposed by the U.S
Warner Music Goes for Blockchain Gaming, Mintable Recovers Stolen NFTs + More News
23.2.2022
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Uphold becomes registered crypto-asset firm in UK post-FCA approval
23.2.2022
A total of 200 crypto firms have applied for the U.K.’s “crypto license,” but tough requirements have forced many to withdraw their applications
Latin America stands to benefit most from crypto, says Uphold exec
27.10.2021
Uphold CEO JP Thieriot said that the nature of life in Latin America begs for use cases based on Bitcoin
Mastercard chooses 7 crypto startups for Start Path accelerator
28.7.2021
Mastercard keeps its focus on the digital asset industry, echoing moves by its main competitor Visa
Mastercard Launches Global Program to Help Cryptocurrency Startups Scale Their Innovations
28.7.2021
Payments giant Mastercard has launched a new, global program for cryptocurrency startups. Seven crypto companies have already joined the program. Together with Mastercard, they will work to “expand and accelerate innovation around digital asset technology and make it safer and easier...
Mastercard Enhancing Program for Cryptocurrency Wallets and Exchanges
21.7.2021
Payments giant Mastercard has announced that its crypto card program is being enhanced for cryptocurrency wallets and exchanges. The company said, “Making the process simpler will allow more banks and crypto partners the opportunity to offer their consumers the choice of paying with...
Privacy Is Key for Successful Digital Euro, Data Protection Body Says
22.6.2021
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has issued a call for EU institutions to uphold privacy when designing a digital version of the euro. The agency is ready to provide advice on data protection matters surrounding the project. Meanwhile, an ECB executive has vowed that the digital euro will...
Uphold obtains FINRA approval to acquire US broker-dealer
31.3.2021
The acquisition will reportedly allow Uphold to launch fractional equities in the United States in 2021
Crypto Firm Uphold Gets US OK to Buy Broker-Dealer JNK Securities
31.3.2021
Uphold is set to become one of the first cryptocurrency businesses in the U.S. to offer securities on an omnibus basis to retail investors, the company said
Uphold to Launch Crypto Card in Europe After Optimus Acquisition
3.2.2021
The firm plans to start rolling out its multi-asset debit card on the Optimus platform in Europe "shortly."
Uphold to launch crypto cards in Europe with new acquisition
3.2.2021
After launching a crypto debit card in the U.S., Uphold is planning to roll out a multi-asset crypto card in Europe in April 2021
IMVU's new blockchain-backed stablecoin goes live
12.1.2021
The token, which has gotten a lot of attention for its interesting way of placating U.S. regulators, is now live for IMVU users in over 140 countries