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Taurus deploys on Polygon blockchain for asset tokenization and custody
2.6.2023
Taurus raised $65 million in a funding round three months ago. Its clients can now issue digital securities automatically
Bloomberg: Hong Kong's New Crypto Rules Pave Uncertain Path to Digital Asset Hub
2.6.2023
Hong Kong's financial regulator finally implemented its new regulatory framework for crypto on the first of June.
Under the new rulebook, the city-state will allow retail investors in the city to trade specific “large-cap tokens” on licensed exchanges, given that safeguards such as knowledge...
Winklevoss twins' crypto exchange Gemini to seek UAE crypto license
1.6.2023
The United-States-based cryptocurrency exchange is now seeking a UAE license and reportedly told local media there was "hostility and lack of clarity" on regulations in the U.S
US Lawmakers To Hold Digital Asset Spot Market Hearing Next Week
1.6.2023
US lawmakers are slated to discuss digital asset spot markets during a congressional hearing next week.
The House Agriculture Committee will hold a hearing on June 6 titled “The Future of Digital Assets: Providing Clarity for Digital Asset Spot Markets.”
The committee has jurisdiction over...
US CFTC issues letter on digital asset derivatives, clearing compliance in 3 areas
30.5.2023
The letter is a reminder, but a highly specific one that is reminiscent of the SEC’s recent custody rule proposal in part
Nigerian crypto company suspends withdrawals after BTC and naira compromise
27.5.2023
Efforts are underway to recover compromised assets and enhance security measures as users express concerns on social media
WEF publishes crypto asset regulation recommendations for government, industry
25.5.2023
The World Economic Forum analyzed regulatory approaches to urge cooperation between international organizations, regulators and the crypto industry
Norway could go its own way on crypto asset regulation, central bank suggests
25.5.2023
International regulation may be too slow and may represent interests that are not in line with Norway’s, Norges Bank suggests in an annual report
ZA Bank plans digital asset retail trading in Hong Kong under new guidelines
24.5.2023
The bank announced its plans, part of its diversification strategy, the day after Hong Kong released its new guidelines
Crypto, TradFi Broadly Welcome IOSCO’s Proposed Norms for Digital Asset Markets
24.5.2023
The global regulator for securities markets released its first set of policy recommendations for the crypto sector on Tuesday
Prometheum subsidiary receives FINRA approval for digital asset qualified custody
23.5.2023
The approval marks the first time a digital asset custody provider has come under federal regulation as the SEC tightens custody rules
Crypto sees 5th week of outflows on 'poor' BTC sentiment: Coinshares
23.5.2023
Outflows across all digital asset investment products hit $232 million over the past five weeks, with BTC-related funds leading the carnage, per Coinshares
The Kingdom of Bhutan’s Business Division Explores Crypto Ventures With Bitdeer Partnership
22.5.2023
A recent report reveals that Druk Holding & Investments (DHI), the business division of Bhutan’s Royal Government, is exploring crypto initiatives to enhance its portfolio expansion. DHI recently teamed up with Singapore-based crypto company Bitdeer to “jointly develop green...
Clash of Presidential Contenders: Bitcoin Gains Prominence as 2024 US Election Approaches
21.5.2023
With the 2024 U.S. presidential election drawing near, the enthusiasm of bitcoin and cryptocurrency advocates has intensified, as two candidates have emerged in the race who openly express their support for bitcoin and willingly accept the dominant digital asset for campaign contributions....
How crypto funds shape the development of the digital asset market
20.5.2023
A look at the role played by crypto funds in providing essential capital and liquidity, propelling the growth and expansion of the crypto market
Digital Asset Firm HashKey Group Looks to Raise up to $200M at $1B Valuation: Bloomberg
19.5.2023
The firm is looking to capitalize on Hong Kong's re-emergence as a potential crypto hub as the city has looked to formulate a clear regulatory structure for digital assets
Australian stock exchange officially abandons blockchain plans: Report
19.5.2023
ASX abandons blockchain rebuild to explore conventional options to achieve the desired business outcomes as it sends RFP to potential software vendors
Crypto should become a regular part of TradFi within 5-10 years: Exchange CEO
19.5.2023
Bittrex Global CEO, Oliver Linch, believes crypto conferences won't exist in 5-10 years as crypto would just become a part of traditional finance
Singaporean family office to set up digital bank in Bahrain
18.5.2023
Whampoa Group started its digital asset arm in 2021 and has invested in a $500 million Binance Labs fund along with TikTok parent ByteDance
Pakistan to Ban Online Services Related to Cryptocurrencies
18.5.2023
Authorities in Pakistan intend to prohibit all internet-based crypto services despite significant digital-asset investments made by Pakistanis. The decision comes as government officials in Islamabad take a strong stance against the legalization of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin. Crypto ‘Will Never...