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What Winter? Institutions’ Crypto View Rosier Than You Think
16.6.2023
Nomura’s global survey shows that commitment to digital assets remains strong outside the U.S., offering a way forward for the sector, says Michael Casey
Investors want crypto, but not without TradFi backing: Nomura survey
16.6.2023
A Nomura Laser Digital survey has revealed the majority of institutional investors polled are still keen on crypto
Crypto Storage Firm Censo Offers Institutions Mobile Phone-Enabled Self Custody
12.6.2023
Censo is the latest in a crop of cheap, open-source options for organizations looking to store digital assets
AI Chatbots Weigh In: Is Bitcoin Poised to Become a Global Reserve Currency?
10.6.2023
While some people believe that bitcoin (BTC) could become a global reserve asset, others are skeptical. Rather than relying on human subjective valuations and biases, we conducted an experiment to let artificial intelligence (AI) determine whether bitcoin could become a global reserve currency....
Swift and Chainlink Will Test Connecting Over a Dozen Financial Institutions to Blockchain Networks
6.6.2023
In a new set of experiments Swift will collaborate with major financial market institutions like Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ), BNP Paribas, BNY Mellon, Citi, Clearstream, Euroclear and Lloyds Banking Group
CZ Binance on Buying Banks to Fight Crypto Regulation Woes, Russian Banker Says CNY Likely to Dethrone USD, and More — Week in Review
4.6.2023
Changpeng Zhao, the CEO of Binance, doesn’t think buying a bank would solve the crypto industry’s troubles with traditional financial institutions, amid issues his own exchange currently faces in regions like Australia and Europe. In other news, the chairman of Russia’s...
Coinbase Derivatives Exchange to Launch Bitcoin and Ether Futures for Institutions
2.6.2023
Coinbase Derivatives Exchange, a CFTC-regulated derivatives trading platform, is launching institutional Bitcoin and Ether futures contract trading.
According to a June 1 announcement, this offering will commence on June 5, enabling institutional investors to manage risk and target attractive...
Crypto.com joins ranks of licensed payment institutions in Singapore
1.6.2023
Singapore's Crypto.com expands its regulatory achievements by securing MPI license for DPT services from MAS
BRICS Bank in Membership Talks With Saudi Arabia, Report Reveals
29.5.2023
The development bank set up by the BRICS bloc is negotiating with Saudi Arabia on accepting the country as a member, according to a press report. The talks come as the bank, created as an alternative to similar institutions led by the West, seeks to expand its funding options amid sanctions on...
Institutions seek detailed blockchain analytics for crypto adoption — Elliptic
28.5.2023
Large financial institutions are getting involved in digital assets by investing capital, time and effort into on-chain analytics solutions
Brazil Sees BRICS Bank as Alternative Financial Institution, President Lula Says
27.5.2023
The government of Brazil views the development bank established by the BRICS bloc as an alternative to traditional financial institutions, the country’s head of state told African diplomats. President Lula da Silva also vowed that the bank will improve cooperation with its African counterpart....
Account abstraction could change how institutions interact with Ethereum — Safe co-founder
25.5.2023
In episode 21 of Hashing It Out, Lukas Schor, co-founder of Safe, explains that account abstraction could change how instructions and DAOs interact with the Ethereum blockchain
Study: 40% of Surveyed African Banks See Fintech and Telcos as ‘High Threats’
20.5.2023
About 40% of 153 African banks surveyed by the latest African Banker annual report said they regard “fintechs and telcos as high threats,” while 69% see artificial intelligence as the “most important technology shaping the industry in the near future.” According to...
Indonesia Introducing New National Payment System to Protect Against ‘Geopolitical Consequences’
17.5.2023
Indonesia is introducing a new national payment system as the country furthers its de-dollarization efforts and protection against “possible geopolitical consequences.” The new payment system will replace Visa and Mastercard in state-owned institutions and companies, a top central bank...
Inflation and Anguish: Outraged Lebanese Depositors Continue to Riot Against Financial Institutions
15.5.2023
Amid Lebanon’s financial crisis, significant demonstrations have erupted in Beirut targeting financial institutions. Outraged Lebanese depositors, witnessing their savings vanish, have resorted to smashing bank windows, setting fires, and engaging in riots. Simultaneously, leaders...
Institutions turn to Ethereum and DigiToads for a balanced portfolio
10.5.2023
Cryptocurrencies, like Ethereum (ETH), give exposure to a whole new asset class set to revolutionize how we live our lives, and early adopters stand to benefit greatly. But a new digital asset on the market is starting to attract attention from institutional investors: DigiToads (TOADS)....
Nigeria-China Currency Swap: Activist Lawyer Accuses IMF and World Bank of ‘Economic Sabotage’ to Promote US Dollar, Urges Nigeria to Join BRICS
10.5.2023
Nigerian human rights activist and lawyer, Femi Falana, has accused the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB) of sabotaging the currency swap arrangement between China and Nigeria. Falana said the Nigerian central bank and the two global financial institutions are helping...
Nigeria Passes ‘National Blockchain Policy,’ Industry Player Says Central Bank Unlikely to Lift Crypto Ban
5.5.2023
The Nigerian Federal government said on May 3 it had passed what it called the “national blockchain policy.” The Nigerian minister of communications and digital economy, Isa Pantami, said the new policy is a product of consultations with 56 institutions and personalities. Lucky Uwakwe...
US Banking Industry in Turmoil: A Comprehensive Look at the ‘Great Consolidation’ and Largest Bank Failures of 2023
4.5.2023
2023 has been a rollercoaster ride for the U.S. banking industry. The collapse of three major banks has sent shockwaves through the financial world, with their combined assets surpassing the top 25 banks that crumbled in 2008. The following is a closer look at what has triggered a ‘great...
DeFi exec breaks down what it takes to attract institutions to staking
4.5.2023
In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Alluvial chief product officer Matt Leisinger discusses the impact of liquid staking on the crypto ecosystem