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Bitcoin Keys Cannot be Hacked: Skeptics Question the Official Colonial Pipeline Bitcoin Seizure Story
9.6.2021
On June 7, the United States Justice Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced the “recovery” of 63.70 bitcoin from the funds Colonial Pipeline sent to the hackers. The official story has a number of inconsistencies and federal investigators did not disclose...
FBI Agent Recovers Private Key to $2.3M in Bitcoin Paid to Colonial Pipeline Hackers
8.6.2021
U.S. law enforcement officials from the Justice Department on Monday announced the seizure of $2.3 million dollars worth of crypto assets that were paid to the Colonial Pipeline hackers. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco explained during a news conference that federal agents “recaptured...
Private Sale of Cardano-native Decentralized Exchange (ADAX) Ends
7.6.2021
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The crypto market has faced a period of solid correction with most currencies plunging more than 50% from their recently achieved all-time highs. The only noticeable token in the top currencies that...
Community-governed DEX EmiSwap raises $104M in private funding
2.6.2021
Despite the recent $21 billion loss in DeFi within the past two weeks, the DEX space is still drawing in high trading volumes and investors are pouring in their funds to assure its future
Major Indian Bank HDFC Says ‘It’s a Matter of Time Before Indian Investors Have Legal Access to Crypto Plays’
1.6.2021
One of India’s leading private banks with 5,608 branches and 16,087 ATMs, HDFC Bank, has published a report stating that “it is just a matter of time before Indian investors have legal access to crypto plays.” This statement came as the bank scrutinizes crypto transactions...
Andreessen Horowitz Discusses Raising Third Crypto Fund to $2 Billion, Sources Say
31.5.2021
In May 2020, back when the crypto economy was still tumultuous from the coronavirus outbreak fears and gloomy global financial outlook, in general, the private venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) revealed the 500 million-dollar “Crypto Fund II.” A report published on May...
Privacy-focused Panther Raises 8M USD in Oversubscribed Private Sale
31.5.2021
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Privacy-focused DeFi solution Panther Protocol has raised 8 million USD in a private sale. The sale was oversubscribed with the participation of...
Metalla CEO Says Crypto Industry Is a ‘License for the Private Sector to Print Money’
30.5.2021
During an interview this week, Metalla Royalty & Streaming CEO, Brett Heath, explained that he believes cryptocurrencies will lead to the next financial crisis. The precious metals boss said history shows that “mass adoption of a new financial product” typically leads to...
Zimbabwean Fintech Lawyer and Proponent Pushes for Crypto Regulation via Private Legislative Bill
28.5.2021
A Zimbabwean fintech lawyer, Prosper Mwedzi, recently initiated a process that seeks to bring recognition and regulation of cryptocurrencies. Under this private member bill procedure, a legislative proposition initiated by private citizens will be debated in the Zimbabwean parliament. If the crypto...
How Convergence Finance Is Revolutionizing Private Investment Markets
27.5.2021
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There are numerous ways to enhance the appeal of blockchain technology and decentralized finance. Bridging the gap to the real world and...
Multi-Chain Structured DeFi Protocol raises 2.1M USD Private Funding
21.5.2021
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Skyrim Finance is building the first multi-chain structured decentralized financial marketplace following a successful funding with close-knit investor support.
Multi-Chain Structured Finance Protocol Skyrim...
Bank of Russia to Launch Digital Ruble Prototype by End of Year
21.5.2021
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) is preparing to release a digital prototype of the national fiat towards the end of 2021, a high-ranking official has confirmed. Transfers between private individuals will be free of charge with the digital ruble, which is going to have legal tender status on...
Asset Managers UBS, Pimco, T. Rowe Price Caution of Cryptocurrency Investing, Expect Strict Regulations
19.5.2021
A number of asset managers have cautioned about investing in cryptocurrencies, including UBS Wealth Management, Pimco, T. Rowe Price, and Glenmede Investment Management. “We expect more stringent policy and regulatory controls ahead for crypto as it becomes more mainstream,” said UBS....
Southeast Asia’s Largest Bank DBS Launches Trust Service for Cryptocurrencies
15.5.2021
DBS Group, Southeast Asia’s largest bank, has launched a trust service for cryptocurrencies for its private banking clients. The service allows clients to invest, store, and manage their cryptocurrencies in a safe, secure, and structured manner, the bank explained. DBS’...
Samsung Adds Support for Hardware Wallets on Galaxy Smartphones
15.5.2021
Galaxy owners will be able to connect hardware wallets to their smartphones and transfer coins to the built-in wallet that comes with most devices in the popular lineup. Samsung says that makes it easier for users to access their cryptocurrency and make transactions. Update Allows Galaxy Users...
DBS Launches Bank-Backed Crypto Trust Service in Asia First
14.5.2021
The bank becomes the first in Asia to offer crypto trust services providing custody and trading
Cybersecurity Firm Spots a Crypto Stealer Distributed Through a Massive Email Spam Campaign and Discord Channels
13.5.2021
A crypto stealer seems to have spread through a massive spam campaign across several countries, including the United States, Australia, Japan, and Germany. The malware dubbed “Panda Stealer” has been spotted by a cybersecurity company. It is reportedly also distributed on Discord...
DeFi lending platform Aave reveals “private pool” for institutions
12.5.2021
Designed for institutional investors, the lending pool will feature KYC and AML restrictions
Spacex to Launch Dogecoin Paid DOGE-1 Mission to the Moon
9.5.2021
Spacex, the pioneer private space agency founded by Elon Musk, announced it will launch the DOGE-1 mission to the moon in coordination with Geometric Energy Corporation (GEC). The mission, whose objective will be to deliver a commercial payload to the moon, was paid in full using Dogecoin, the meme...
Elon Musk Sees Dogecoin as ‘Stimulus for People Kicked by Pandemic’ but Says ‘Please Invest With Caution’
8.5.2021
Spacex and Tesla CEO Elon Musk sees dogecoin as his “private stimulus for the people” that represents “legit hope for people” hit by the coronavirus pandemic. While the price of dogecoin has been pumping alongside a number of other cryptocurrencies, Musk cautioned...