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Kraken Launches Regulated Derivatives Platform in Bermuda
6.10.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has launched a new regulated derivatives trading platform in Bermuda after obtaining a Class F Digital Business License from the Bermuda Monetary Authority. This platform offers over 200 contracts, including perpetual and fixed-maturity futures, and aims to provide...
Coinbase to Delist USDT in Europe Amid New EU Regulations
6.10.2024
Coinbase has announced plans to delist Tether’s USDT and other stablecoins that do not comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations by December 30, 2024. This decision is part of Coinbase’s efforts to adhere to the new rules, which require...
Circle to Expand USDC Stablecoin to Australia and APAC Region Through Strategic Partnership
2.10.2024
Mark Carnegie’s MHC Digital Group is partnering with Circle Internet Financial to expand the distribution of the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) to institutional investors in Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This strategic collaboration aims to help superannuation funds...
Kraken to Delist Monero (XMR) Across Europe
2.10.2024
Kraken has announced the delisting of Monero (XMR) across the entire European Economic Area (EEA) due to regulatory changes. Effective October 31, 2024, at 15:00 PM UTC, trading and deposits for all XMR markets will be halted, and any open orders will be automatically closed. Clients will have...
Korean Exchange Bithumb Eyes Nasdaq Listing After Shelving KOSDAQ IPO Plans
1.10.2024
Bithumb, one of South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is considering a listing on the U.S. Nasdaq exchange after shelving its initial plans for an IPO on the South Korean KOSDAQ market. The decision was discussed during a shareholder meeting on September 30, 2024, as part of Bithumb’s...
Canada Sets New Deadline for Crypto Platforms to Comply With Stablecoin Regulations
30.9.2024
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have announced an updated regulatory framework for stablecoins, also known as value-referenced crypto assets (VRCAs), with a new compliance deadline set for December 31, 2024. The updated regulations emphasize transparency and investor protection...
Matrixport Strengthens European Presence with Acquisition of Swiss Crypto Asset Manager
30.9.2024
Matrixport, a crypto financial services provider with $6 billion in assets under management, has completed its all-cash acquisition of Crypto Finance Asset Management AG, a licensed Swiss crypto asset manager previously part of the Deutsche Börse Group. Renamed Matrixport Asset Management AG,...
Blackrock Joins Race to Issue New Stablecoin
27.9.2024
Blackrock has announced its backing of a new stablecoin, UStb, launched by Ethena Labs. Supported by Blackrock’s BUIDL fund, UStb is designed to provide a reliable alternative in the stablecoin market, leveraging investments in U.S. dollars, short-term Treasury bills, and repurchase agreements....
Dubai Regulator Increases Scrutiny on Crypto Companies
27.9.2024
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has implemented stricter regulations for crypto companies to enhance investor protection and ensure transparency. The new rules require firms to include risk warnings in marketing materials, obtain necessary licenses, and adhere to compliance...
MENA’s Crypto Market Soars With Türkiye, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar Leading the Charge
27.9.2024
According to a Chainalysis report, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region has emerged as a significant player in the global crypto market, ranking seventh globally with $338.7 billion in on-chain value received between July 2023 and June 2024. Türkiye leads the region, driven by high...
Check Point Discovers Mobile Crypto Drainer App on Google Play Store: $70K Stolen From 10,000 Users
26.9.2024
Check Point Research (CPR) has uncovered a new threat: a mobile crypto drainer app found on Google Play. This app, deceptively posing as the legitimate WalletConnect tool, exploited the growing popularity of digital assets and targeted users directly on their mobile devices. Over five months,...
Visa Introduces Tokenized Asset Platform for Blockchain-Based Financial Services
26.9.2024
Visa has launched the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), a new product designed to help banks issue fiat-backed tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. This platform aims to digitize and automate the trading of real-world assets, such as commodities and bonds, using smart contracts. VTAP provides...
BOS Open-Sources Zero-Knowledge Protocol, Paving the Way for Advanced Cryptography on Bitcoin
26.9.2024
BitcoinOS (BOS) has open-sourced its BitSNARK verification protocol, marking a significant advancement in blockchain technology. This protocol, which successfully verified the first zk-SNARK proof on the Bitcoin blockchain, enables zero-knowledge cryptography without altering Bitcoin’s core...
Bank of Canada Redirects Efforts Away From Retail CBDC
23.9.2024
The Bank of Canada has announced a strategic shift away from developing a retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) to focus on broader payments system research and policy development. This decision follows a public consultation in 2023, which revealed significant privacy concerns among...
Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for Crypto Firms Under New ASIC Regulations
23.9.2024
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has announced new legislation requiring cryptocurrency exchanges to obtain financial services licenses. This expansion of the Corporations Act aims to provide clearer oversight of the crypto sector, ensuring that widely traded crypto...
Texas Court Dismisses Consensys’ Lawsuit Against SEC Over Ethereum Investigation
22.9.2024
In a recent decision, a Texas court dismissed Consensys’ lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which was filed in April 2024 to protect the Ethereum ecosystem from regulatory overreach. The court’s dismissal was based on procedural grounds, without addressing the merits...
Rapper Iggy Azalea to Launch Crypto-Powered Online Casino ‘Motherland’ in November
22.9.2024
Iggy Azalea is set to shock the online gambling world with the launch of her new crypto-powered casino, Motherland, in November 2024. Powered by her Solana memecoin, MOTHER, the casino will offer a variety of games, including slots, blackjack, roulette, poker, and sports betting. The launch is part...
Blockchain Industry Players Launch MiCA Crypto Alliance in the EU
19.9.2024
The DLT Science Foundation (DSF) has announced its support for the launch of the MiCA Crypto Alliance, with Hedera, Ripple, and Aptos Foundation as founding members. This industry association aims to streamline and enhance compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA)...
Crypto-Friendly Digital Bank Revolut Set to Launch Its Own Stablecoin
19.9.2024
Crypto-friendly digital bank Revolut is set to launch its own stablecoin, marking a significant expansion of its crypto offerings. This move positions Revolut alongside major players like Paypal, Ripple, and Bitgo in the highly competitive stablecoin market. The London-based fintech company, which...
DBS Bank to Launch OTC Crypto Options Trading for Institutional Clients in Q4 2024
18.9.2024
DBS Bank, Singapore’s largest bank, has announced plans to launch over-the-counter (OTC) crypto options trading and structured notes for institutional clients in Q4 2024. This new offering will allow institutional investors to gain exposure to bitcoin and ethereum, the two largest cryptocurrencies...