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TaxWraps: Unwrap the Financial Gift of Tokenization this Christmas
20.12.2023
As tokenization takes hold, we propose a way to defer tax liabilities, bringing the tax efficiencies of ETFs to a wide market
Tis the Season To Be Jolly About the Crypto Market in 2024
20.12.2023
With TradFi moving in, the crypto industry is finally taking its place as the future of finance, says Kelly Ye, at Decentral Park Capital
BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF Gains Momentum With Second SEC Meeting in December
20.12.2023
BlackRock and Nasdaq representatives met with the SEC for the second time in December on BlackRock’s proposal for a spot Bitcoin ETF. Image by 24K-Production, Adobe Stock. BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is continuing to push forward with plans to launch a spot Bitcoin...
Over 40 Countries Forge Ahead with Cryptocurrency Regulation and Legislation: PwC
20.12.2023
Image by motortion, Adobe Stock. More than 40 countries have made significant strides in advancing crypto-focused regulations and legislation this year, indicating a growing global trend towards wider cryptocurrency adoption. According to a recent report from professional services firm...
Tether partners with major payments processor to increase USDT adoption amongst businesses
20.12.2023
Tether (USDT), launched in 2014, is a leading stablecoin pegged to the US dollar for stability. It offers reliable digital alternatives to volatile cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. With stablecoins tied to various fiat currencies, Tether simplifies cross-border payments and reduces the need...
Indonesia Presidential Candidate Pledges to Foster Blockchain and Crypto Expertise in the Country
19.12.2023
Image Source: Pixabay Gibran Rakabuming Raka, a vice presidential candidate in the upcoming Indonesian election, aims to accelerate Indonesia’s position as a leader in the digital revolution by cultivating expertise in blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Gibran, the eldest son of President Joko...
Bitcoin Struggles for Direction in Run-Up to Christmas + More News
19.12.2023
Get your daily, bite-sized digest of crypto and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s news. In this edition: Bitcoin Struggles for Direction in Run-Up to Christmas Hong Kong’s AIA Carnival to Accept Cryptocurrency Payments in Partnership with...
Coinbase Expands in Singapore: Launches USD Transfers via SWIFT – Crypto Adoption on the Rise?
19.12.2023
Source: Adobe / VideoFlow The major US-based crypto exchange Coinbase has announced the availability of USD transfers for its retail customers in Singapore, according to an announcement. Now, users in Singapore can seamlessly transfer US dollars (USD) to and from their Coinbase accounts using...
South Korean Analysts: Global Crypto Market Cap to Hit $5T in 2024
19.12.2023
Source: ArtDown/Adobe South Korean crypto market analysts think the worldwide crypto market cap could hit the $5 trillion mark in 2024 as global adoption continues. Per Hanguk Kyungjae, the claims were made in a report published by the Korbit Research Center, part of the Korbit crypto exchange...
Grayscale Clarifies Investor Tax Implications of a Cash-Created Spot Bitcoin ETF
18.12.2023
Grayscale, one of the biggest cryptocurrency asset management firms, has addressed the issue of taxation regarding the adoption of a cash creation model in an upcoming spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). The firm clarified that “no spot Bitcoin ETF that qualifies as a grantor trust would...
Ethereum Smart Contract Framework Updated to Combat Security Concerns
18.12.2023
Ethereum sees significant exchange outflows as investors potentially eye long-term holds. Image by Dennis, Adobe Stock. Ethereum is one of the most widely used blockchain networks globally. Recent findings from CoinMarketCap show that Ethereum has the highest number of total developers, accounting...
Ex-Central Bank Chief Says China ‘Must Lead World’ in CBDC Adoption
18.12.2023
Source: Eagle/Adobe The former Governor of China’s central bank, Dai Xianglong, has insisted that China needs to “lead the world’ in CBDC adoption, as the nation’s digital yuan pilot continues. Per a Weibo post from the media outlet Finance iFeng, former People’s Bank of China (PBoC) chief Dai said...
IMF Chief Calls for Clear Crypto Regulation — Warns High Crypto Adoption Could Undermine Financial Stability
16.12.2023
The head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called for clear crypto regulations worldwide, cautioning that high crypto adoption could undermine macro-financial stability. “Our goal is to make a more efficient, interoperable, and accessible financial system by providing rules...
Verida and inDAO Team Up to Help Uzbekistan Adopt Web3 Tech
15.12.2023
Source: Pixabay inDAO, a specialized organization focused on incorporating blockchain technology into daily life, and Verida, a provider of self-sovereign digital identity solutions, have formed a partnership with the goal of promoting the widespread adoption of Web3 in Uzbekistan. The partnership...
Ripple Releases Framework on the Future of CBDCs Highlights Benefits and Challenges
15.12.2023
Source: AdobeStock / photo_gonzo Blockchain payment firm Ripple has rolled out a whitepaper on the state of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), their utility in cross-border payments as well as challenges towards adoption in several jurisdictions. The framework published on Dec 14 explains...
Crypto KYC Solutions Advance to Ensure Adoption and Better User Experience
14.12.2023
Know-your-customer (KYC) measures are becoming more important as the cryptocurrency sector grows. These models have proven to help digital asset service providers prevent against crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing and more. Yet while KYC processes can help financial firms better...
Turkish Banking Titans Move into Crypto Space, Anticipating Upcoming Legislation
14.12.2023
Source: iStock / Muratani As Turkey prepares for new legislation in the crypto sector, major banking institutions in the country are making moves to secure their positions in the digital asset space. Despite uncertainties about the potential strictness of the impending laws, institutional adoption...
Lolli Secures $8M in Series B Funding to Boost Crypto Adoption Through Innovative Rewards System
14.12.2023
With a fresh infusion of $8 million in Series B funding, Lolli aims to be well positioned to continue improving upon and growing the cryptocurrency rewards sector. Lolli Secures $8 Million for Crypto Rewards Market Expansion Lolli, a prominent player in the bitcoin and cashback rewards arena, today...
Immutable Eliminates Fees in zkEVM Gaming Solution + More News
14.12.2023
Source: Immutable Get your daily, bite-sized digest of crypto and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s news. In this edition: Immutable Eliminates Fees in Next-Gen zkEVM Gaming Solution Lufthansa Loyalty Program Onboards New Partners Via Blockchain...
New console?: Sony and Microsoft accelerate the adoption of Blockchain technology
14.12.2023
Gaming giants Sony and Microsoft have been actively incorporating Blockchain technology into their operations. Their moves marked a crucial development with the potential to reshape the gaming industry and, with that, the mainstream adoption of Blockchain. Many are questioning whether their...