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San Francisco Fed is Seeking CBDC Developer as More Countries Join the Race
19.2.2023
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco has announced a vacancy for a CBDC developer as the federal bank aims to explore the cost and benefits of the potential technologies for central bank digital currencies.
The San Francisco Fed posted a job opening titled “senior application developer...
Helium Network sets migration to Solana for March
19.2.2023
A 24-hour transition period will take place on March 27, in which the Helium blockchain will be halted. Proof-of-Coverage and data transfer activities will remain unaffected
Bitcoin continues to 'mirror' 2017 as weekend sees third attack on $25K
19.2.2023
A fresh burst higher into the weekly close for BTC price comes in tandem with suspicions over the motives of large-volume Bitcoin exchange traders
Metaverse, AI, and Liquid Staking Tokens Lead Year-to-Date Crypto Asset Gains Among Top 125
19.2.2023
In 2023, the leading crypto assets, such as bitcoin and ethereum, have captured decent gains. Bitcoin has increased 17.2% over the last 30 days, and ethereum has risen 9.3% in the same timeframe. However, year-to-date statistics show that bitcoin is down 38.3%, and ethereum has lost 39.3% against...
5 ways to monetize your digital art with NFTs
19.2.2023
Monetizing digital art with NFTs provides proof of ownership, increased value and potential for royalties
There are "Very Interesting Opportunities" for Non-USD Based Stablecoins: Binance CSO
19.2.2023
With U.S. regulators effectively canceling Binance-branded BUSD stablecoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange is now looking beyond dollar-based stablecoins - and it has received notable interest from potential partners.
Patrick Hillmann, Binance’s chief strategy officer, has said that...
SEC Clampdown Has Crypto Space Abuzz, Pantera Capital Says We’re in Bull Market, and Much More — Week in Review
19.2.2023
There’s been no shortage of news in past weeks when it comes to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) taking action against crypto exchanges and companies. From Kraken, to Paxos, to Terraform Labs, it seems enforcement is in the air when it comes to chair Gary...
'Privacy has become a taboo,' says crypto anarchist project DarkFi
19.2.2023
A group of pseudonymous developers from DarkFi spoke with Cointelegraph on how crypto is evolving amid privacy challenges, bad actors and government oversight
African Fintech Startups Raised $1.45 Billion in 2022 — Sector’s Share of the Continent’s Total Funding Drops
19.2.2023
Despite seeing their share of Africa’s startup funding drop from 48.3% seen in 2021 to 43.4% in 2022, fintech still managed to raise 39.3% more capital in 2022 ($1.45 billion) than they did in 2021 ($1.04 billion). Nigeria was again the best-funded country after 180 of its startups raised...
Cyber Criminals Target Crypto Investors with New Malware – Here's What You Need to Know
19.2.2023
Hackers and cybercriminals have been targeting crypto investors with two new malware threats that scout the internet for unwary investors to steal their funds.
According to a recent report by anti-malware software Malwarebytes, two new cybersecurity threats, which include recently discovered...
San Francisco federal bank eyes CBDC system development, reveals job posting
19.2.2023
Within 24 hours of the job posting, 45 applicants have shown interest in joining the federal government to build an in-house CBDC
Zambia Testing Technology to Regulate Cryptocurrency — Government Minister
19.2.2023
The Bank of Zambia and the country’s securities regulators are currently testing the technology to regulate cryptocurrencies, a Zambian government minister has said. According to Felix Mutati, cryptocurrency is a revolutionary technology that embodies a future his country desires to achieve....
Bitcoin Price and Ethereum Prediction: Can BTC and ETH Reach New Highs After Breaking Out of Narrow Ranges?
19.2.2023
With Bitcoin and Ethereum stuck in narrow ranges for some time, investors are wondering whether the two leading cryptocurrencies can break out and reach new highs. Despite the recent volatility, there are several bullish indicators that suggest BTC and ETH may be gearing up for a significant move. ...
Yuga Labs accused of IP theft for trademarking BAYC wolf skull logo
19.2.2023
NFTs were introduced to the world to help solve the illegal use of intellectual properties and protect artists — the very problem Yuga Labs has been accused of doing
Voyager creditors serve SBF a Subpoena to appear in court for a ‘remote deposition’
19.2.2023
Bankman-Fried has only a matter of days to meet document requirements before his appearance in court next week
Sony and Astar Network Launch Web3 Incubation Program for NFT and DAO-Focused Projects
19.2.2023
On Feb. 17, 2023, Tokyo-based Sony Network Communications announced that it is co-hosting a Web3 incubation program with the multichain smart contract platform Astar Network. The program has started accepting applications, and Sony and Astar will jointly mentor Web3 projects “focused on...
Economist Warns the Fed Can’t Reach Inflation Target Without ‘Crushing’ US Economy
19.2.2023
Economist Mohamed El-Erian, Allianz’s chief economic advisor and chair of Gramercy Funds Management, has warned that the Federal Reserve cannot achieve its 2% inflation target without crushing the U.S. economy. “You need a higher stable inflation rate. Call it 3% to 4%,”...
ShapeShift responds to Sen. Warren’s comments to ‘set the record straight’
19.2.2023
Switzerland-based crypto platform claimed Warren made “mistakes” in comments at a recent senate hearing, and encouraged her to “constructively engage” with its community
Robert Kiyosaki Warns About Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds — Says Bitcoin Best for ‘Unstable Times’
19.2.2023
The famous author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, has warned that investing in a well-diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is “very risky” advice. Kiyosaki stressed that gold, silver, and bitcoin are...
Bitcoin Price Prediction as BTC Spikes Above $24,000 – Where is the Next BTC Target?
19.2.2023
Bitcoin, the world's most valuable and well-known cryptocurrency, has once again seen a significant spike in price, surpassing the $24,000 mark for the first time in its history. This recent surge in Bitcoin's value has caught the attention of investors and traders worldwide, and many are...