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Crypto-Friendly Bank Revolut Plans to Sell $500M of Employee Shares at $45B Valuation: WSJ
23.7.2024
Revolut has been in talks with investment firm Greenoaks over the deal, which would pave the way for a potential IPO
Philippine Central Bank Warns of AI-Driven Crypto Scams — Governor Denies Endorsing Cryptocurrency Projects
20.7.2024
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the central bank of the Philippines, has cautioned the public against scams involving AI-manipulated videos and audios, which are used to spread false information, particularly about cryptocurrency investments. The BSP emphasizes that Governor Eli M. Remolona...
Basel Committee Gives Permissioned Stablecoins ‘Preferential Treatment’ in Amended Crypto Asset Standard Amidst Heavy Criticism
19.7.2024
The Basel Committee, responsible for setting standards for bank regulation, has revised its crypto asset standard, introducing new considerations that impact stablecoins. The updated standard favors permissioned stablecoins, such as JPM Coin, over those issued on public chains. This has elicited...
Kazakhstan pays for rail line to China using programmable CBDC
19.7.2024
The second phase of the Kazakhstan central bank digital currency pilot focused on control of its many potential uses
HK bank supports nation's regulatory goals with reserve services
19.7.2024
This development aligns with the city’s regulatory goals and represents a forward-thinking approach to integrating traditional banking with cutting-edge financial technologies
$520B state-owned Italian bank trials digital bonds on Polygon
19.7.2024
The trial was part of an initiative set up by the European Central Bank to identify how blockchains can facilitate central bank money settlement
$520B state-owned Italian bank trials digital bonds on Polygon
19.7.2024
The trial was part of an initiative set up by the European Central Bank to identify how blockchains can facilitate central bank money settlement
Potential Trump victory and rising global liquidy may benefit crypto, analyst says
18.7.2024
Macroeconomist Lyn Alden assesses the impact of the 2024 US presidential election outcome on Bitcoin and the broader crypto industry
Standard Chartered, Animoca, and Three Others Join HKMA's Stablecoin Sandbox as Participants
18.7.2024
In March, the HKMA started a regulatory sandbox to give potential stablecoin issuers immunity in testing certain operations
Uganda Presents Purchase Plan to Return to the Gold Standard
16.7.2024
Uganda is aiming to return to the gold standard at some extent with a purchase proposal that seeks to amass more gold to back its fiat currency, the Ugandan shilling. The Central Bank of Uganda will purchase gold from artisanal miners to support their activities and reduce raw gold imports. Uganda...
Crypto-Sec: Evolve Bank suffers data breach, Turbo Toad enthusiast loses $3.6K
15.7.2024
This week’s cybersecurity news from around the crypto space covers bug fixes, phishing scams, crypto exchange hacks and more
US Treasury ‘Very Attentive’ to Russia’s Use of Cryptocurrency, Yellen Says
15.7.2024
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has addressed concerns about Russia using cryptocurrency to evade sanctions. During her testimony before the House Financial Services Committee, Yellen acknowledged the potential threat, noting that while it may not be a significant issue now, it could become...
JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M series B
13.7.2024
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek
JP Morgan-backed blockchain firm ‘Partior’ closes $60M Series B funding
13.7.2024
Partior is already processing transactions on behalf of several firms including JP Morgan, DBS, and Temasek
China and Kazakhstan Sign CBDC Collaboration Agreement
13.7.2024
The People’s Bank of China and the National Bank of Kazakhstan have signed an agreement to collaborate on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). This collaboration agreement, formalized during President Xi Jinping’s visit to Kazakhstan, aims to enhance CBDC research through joint...
Crypto Exchange Bitmex Pleads Guilty to Violating Bank Secrecy Act, AML Failures
13.7.2024
Crypto exchange Bitmex has pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) by failing to maintain an adequate anti-money laundering (AML) program, resulting in the company being a vehicle for large-scale money laundering. The DOJ announced this plea following previous legal actions...
Partior, Blockchain Payment Network Backed by JPMorgan and DBS, Raises $60M Series B
12.7.2024
Bank of Russia Discusses Conditions of Upcoming Stablecoin Regulation
11.7.2024
The Bank of Russia has highlighted the conditions it will need to consider when regulating the use of stablecoins for Russian individuals and companies. The bank stated that before a regulation is enacted, a thorough study of these assets and a discussion with the relevant actors of the market...
Israel’s Digital Shekel Plans Hinge on ECB’s Digital Currency Move
11.7.2024
The Bank of Israel (BOI) is exploring a central bank digital currency (CBDC), a digital shekel, to modernize Israel’s payment system and drive innovation. However, BOI Deputy Governor Andrew Abir stated that the BOI is waiting for a major central bank, likely the European Central Bank (ECB)...
Crypto Exchange BitMEX Pleads Guilty to Violating the Bank Secrecy Act From 2015 to 2020
11.7.2024
BitMEX has pleaded guilty to violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), according to a Wednesday announcement from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)