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What were the biggest crypto outcomes of 2021? Experts Answer, Part 1
28.12.2021
What was the most important thing that happened within the crypto and blockchain space this year? How has it affected the whole industry?
Bank of Russia to Collect Data on Crypto-Related Transactions Between Individuals
28.12.2021
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) plans to obtain information from commercial banks pertaining to some money transfers between private individuals, including clients trading cryptocurrency. The measure is likely to affect online crypto exchangers which the regulator accuses of conducting illegal...
Sequoia China leads $25M equity round for DeFi wallet DeBank
28.12.2021
Co-founded in 2018 by Chinese R&D expert Tang Hongbo, DeBank allows users to track 798 protocols across 17 chains
GameFi apps revived interest in blockchain gaming: Huobi Research
28.12.2021
GameFi initiatives have seen a steep increase since June 2021, owing to a sizable reduction in transaction costs and improved user experience
How to store crypto in 2022, explained
27.12.2021
As new cryptocurrency storage offerings emerge, users must carefully weigh several factors before making their choice
Law Decoded: Three regulatory trends of 2021, Dec. 20–27
27.12.2021
The year past saw some fundamental transformations in the relationship between state power and the digital asset space
Bank of Russia Wants to Restrict Crypto Investments by Blocking Card Payments, Report Reveals
27.12.2021
The Central Bank of Russia is currently reviewing various ways to prevent Russians from investing in cryptocurrency. One the options on the table is to block card payments to certain recipients such as crypto exchanges, a media report has unveiled. A recent meeting at the State Duma has indicated...
Iran halts authorized crypto mining to save energy for winter
27.12.2021
Iran previously put a temporary blanket ban on crypto mining amid historically peak periods for power demand in summer
Metaswap Gas incommunicado as experts link MGAS price drop to rug pull
27.12.2021
Following the unexpected MGAS price drop, Metaswap Gas' social media accounts were deleted, supporting PeckShield’s claim of a rug pull
Million-Dollar Digital Collectibles: An In-Depth Look at the Top 10 Most Expensive NFTs Sold This Year
27.12.2021
2021 is coming to an end and one prominent theme this year in the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology most definitely belongs to non-fungible token (NFT) assets. This year NFTs became a billion-dollar industry and many NFTs have sold for millions of dollars. The following is a look...
Top 5 cryptocurrencies to watch this week: BTC, MATIC, NEAR, ATOM, HNT
27.12.2021
If Bitcoin rises from the current level, it could boost the price of MATC, NEAR, ATOM, and HNT in the short term
India’s Swadeshi Jagran Manch Calls for Outright Ban on Cryptocurrency
27.12.2021
The Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM), an affiliate of the nationalist Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, has reportedly passed a resolution demanding a ban on cryptocurrency in India. “Disobeying the ban should make person/entity liable to financial penalty,” the resolution states. Swadeshi...
Former UK Chancellor Lord Hammond Warns About Crypto Investing — Says ‘It’s Gambling Money’
27.12.2021
Former U.K. chancellor of the exchequer Lord Hammond has reportedly warned about investing in cryptocurrencies. He said, “It’s gambling money,” noting that “people should be extremely cautious” and “Many regard them as closer to gaming than serious...
Analysts say 2022 will be ‘defined by agility and cost-efficiency’ instead of ‘blockchain purity’
27.12.2021
In addition to BTC price hitting $100,000, analysts expect the crypto market to pivot toward “cost efficiency” and “agility” in 2022
Iran Orders Crypto Miners to Halt Operations to Prevent Winter Blackouts
26.12.2021
Authorities in Iran have again told licensed miners to suspend their activities in the face of electricity shortages during the cold winter months. Following a period of similar restrictions this past summer, authorized companies were allowed to resume mining in September. Crypto Mining Farms...
Crypto mainstream adoption: Is it here already? Experts Answer, Part 3
26.12.2021
What does mass adoption mean for the blockchain industry? Has it started yet? If not, what could get it going?
Indian police commissioner issues a public warning against crypto frauds
26.12.2021
On behalf of the Hyderabad City Police, Addl. Commissioner Shikha Goel asked Indian citizens to invest in crypto only through reputed and long-established players in this field
Serbia Reviews License Applications From 3 Cryptocurrency Exchanges
26.12.2021
Three crypto exchanges have applied for licensing in Serbia, which recently adopted legislation regulating its digital asset space. The government in Belgrade expects the companies to obtain authorization within weeks and offer Serbs the option to buy and sell cryptocurrencies legally. Crypto...
Binance Turkey fined 8M lira for non-compliance against money laundering
26.12.2021
MASAK found Binance Turkey guilty of violating the Law on Prevention of Laundering Proceeds of Crime, also known as the AML Law
Spreading holiday joy through charitable giving with cryptocurrency
25.12.2021
Charitable crypto campaigns aim to give back this holiday season, demonstrating how effective cryptocurrency and NFT donations can be for donations