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UBS’s acquisition of Credit Suisse brings some good and bad for crypto
27.3.2023
Many in Switzerland have said that UBS’ takeover of Credit Suisse was necessary to avoid a calamitous banking crisis like that seen in 2008
A Look at the Fed’s Recent Custodia Bank Denial and the Central Bank’s Push Back Against Narrow Banking
27.3.2023
Over the past century, the number of American banks has significantly decreased, dropping from 30,000 banks in 1921 to 4,997 U.S. banks in 2021, according to data from the Federal Reserve. Recently, the U.S. central bank denied Custodia Bank of Wyoming, a financial institution that holds $1.08...
Banking crisis pushed over $286B to money market funds in two weeks: Report
26.3.2023
Many investors have rotated their portfolio investments due to the banking crisis in the past two weeks, injecting billions of dollars on money market funds in the United States
Where the U.S. Government Went Wrong in Regulating Crypto
26.3.2023
Former public policy attorney Keiko Yoshino writes about why she started paying attention to crypto, particularly the regulatory missteps
Billionaire Bill Ackman on US Banking Crisis: ‘I Fear We Are Heading for a Train Wreck’
26.3.2023
Billionaire Bill Ackman has warned that the U.S. economy is “heading for a train wreck” if the government allows the current banking crisis to continue. “Trust and confidence are earned over many years, but can be wiped out in a few days,” he said. “Hopefully,...
Credit Suisse, UBS, Other Banks Facing Russia Sanctions Probe in US, Report
25.3.2023
Switzerland’s troubled Credit Suisse and its rescuer, USB, are subject to an investigation into whether bankers helped Russian oligarchs evade Western sanctions, according to a media report. Some major U.S. banking institutions are also under scrutiny within the probe initiated by the Justice...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC Fall Towards $27,000 to Start the Weekend
25.3.2023
Bitcoin moved close to a breakout below $27,000 on Saturday, as markets moved lower following a volatile week of trading. Market uncertainty was high this week, as traders digested the latest Federal Reserve interest rate hike, as well as the on-going global banking crisis. Ethereum remains below...
Bitcoin Was a Winner During the U.S. Banking Crisis, but Illiquidity Prevents It From Being a USD Hedge
25.3.2023
While capital flowed into bitcoin amid a period of uncertainty, the cryptocurrency’s fractured liquidity arguably played the largest role in its surge
US Banking Crisis: Nigerian Banks Not Directly Exposed to SVB Says Central Bank Governor
25.3.2023
A recent review of Nigerian banks’ bond portfolios showed that the institutions were not directly exposed to Silicon Valley Bank, the governor of the country’s central bank has said. In addition, the governor said the Central Bank of Nigeria’s stringent guidelines help to create...
The UK Has Created Crypto Banking Problems
25.3.2023
U.K. lobbying groups and lawmakers have been complaining that crypto clients can’t find a bank and are faced with restrictions, so they are calling the government to act
Moody’s Warns of Potential Financial Disruption Spillover Beyond US Banking Sector
25.3.2023
Roughly ten days ago, the credit agency Moody’s Investors Service downgraded the U.S. banking sector from “stable” to “negative.” In a recent update on Thursday, the company stated that there is still a risk to the U.S. economy. The managing director of credit strategy...
Shares of Deutsche Bank, Other Euro Lenders Tumble
24.3.2023
Deutsche Bank shares plunged on Friday, along with the stocks of other European banks, amid investor concerns over the stability of the global banking sector. The drop comes in the aftermath of the recent emergency rescue of Credit Suisse and follows losses in U.S. banks on Thursday. Deutsche Bank...
Bitcoin Edges Below $28K as Investors Weigh Deutsche Bank Contagion Fears
24.3.2023
But the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization is still up about 16% in March. Ether dropped below $1,800
German dwpbank to offer Bitcoin trading to 1,200 affiliate banks on new platform
24.3.2023
Securities processor Deutsche WertpapierService Bank (dwpbank) will provide its affiliates seamless integration with their current offerings, with more digital assets to come
Bitcoin likely to outperform all crypto assets following banking crisis, analyst explains
24.3.2023
The banking crisis is a catalyst for the next crypto bull run, in which Bitcoin will likely outperform all crypto assets, says Bloomberg analyst Mike McGlone
Federal Reserve Says Custodia’s Crypto-Focused Business Model Is ‘Inconsistent’ With Approval
24.3.2023
The Federal Reserve Board argued that Custodia Bank’s proposed business model was “inconsistent” with approval in an order explaining its denial of the Wyoming-based crypto bank’s application for membership
Treasury Secretary Yellen Holds Unscheduled Meeting With Top Financial Regulators Amid Turmoil in Banking Sector
24.3.2023
U.S. Treasury secretary Janet Yellen initiated an unscheduled Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) meeting with the country’s top financial regulators on Friday amid issues plaguing the U.S. banking sector. Banking stocks and all four U.S. benchmark indexes fell again on Friday as...
Fed balance sheet adds $393B in two weeks — Will this send Bitcoin price to $40K?
24.3.2023
The U.S. central bank's liabilities may increase if more regional banks fail, creating an upside scenario for the price of Bitcoin
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: ETH Drops From 7-Month High, as Market Volatility Heightens
24.3.2023
Ethereum fell from a 7-month high March 24, as traders reacted to further uncertainty within the European banking sector. Shares in Deutsche Bank fell by as much as 13% in today’s session, following a spike in the cost of credit default swaps. Bitcoin briefly moved above $28,000 on the news....
Exclusive Interview: Tether Co-Founder Says FTX Collapse Set Industry Back, But This One Event Could Cause a 75% Crash
24.3.2023
When it comes to the world of cryptocurrency, few names are as well-known as William Quigley.
As the co-founder of Tether and CEO of WAX, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry and driving its growth.
Recently, Cryptonews had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Quigley to discuss...