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Major Swiss bank ZKB launches Bitcoin and Ether trading
4.9.2024
Zurich Cantonal Bank will take on the function of securely storing the private keys for its customers, according to exec Alexandra Scriba.
Swiss Zurich Cantonal Bank Launches Crypto Offerings
4.9.2024
Zurich Cantonal Bank (ZKB), Switzerland’s fourth-largest and one of the most reputable banks, has declared the launch of…
Beleaguered Libyan Central Bank Governor Flees Armed Militia
4.9.2024
Libya’s central bank governor, Sadiq al-Kabir, has fled the country due to threats and intimidation from armed militias. He claims that these actions are aimed at forcing him and other bank staff to return to work and comply with the interim Prime Minister’s attempts to replace him....
Sui blockchain taps radio waves to bank the offline unbanked
4.9.2024
Sui blockchain innovates with alternative methods, like radio waves, to enable offline crypto transactions for unbanked communities, even those without internet access
Bitcoin falls alongside stocks following Bank of Japan rate hike comments
3.9.2024
Bitcoin opens the week in the red as comments from the Bank of Japan and a sharp sell-off in equities markets negatively impact BTC price
Bitcoin falls alongside stocks following Bank of Japan rate hike comments
3.9.2024
Bitcoin opens the week in the red as comments from the Bank of Japan and a sharp sell-off in equities markets negatively impact BTC price
Report: Central Bank Gold Demand Surges in July Amid Rising Prices
3.9.2024
Central banks globally continued to bolster their gold reserves in July, despite an increase in gold prices, according to a report by Krishan Gopaul, senior analyst, EMEA at the World Gold Council. The report highlights a 206% increase in net gold purchases compared to the previous month, driven...
Bank of Japan Governor Hints at More Rate Hikes; BTC Drops 0.4%
3.9.2024
The divergent monetary policy paths of the BOJ and the Fed mean potential for yen strength and pain for risk assets, including cryptocurrencies
Qatar Unveils 2024 Digital Assets Framework
2.9.2024
Qatar has launched a new framework to regulate digital assets, aiming to create a secure and transparent ecosystem. The framework is expected to attract domestic and international players and support the development of a thriving financial services sector in Qatar. Building Foundation for Digital...
Qatar introduces regulatory framework for digital assets
2.9.2024
Qatar’s central bank governor believes that the framework will bring opportunities to the country’s financial sector.
Japanese Bitcoin investor Metaplanet works with Ripple’s partner SBI
2.9.2024
SBI Group’s fully-owned crypto exchange, SBI VC Trade, will assist Metaplanet in its Bitcoin strategy by providing various support in trading, storage and operation
India’s HDFC Bank Launches New UPI and CBDC Features
2.9.2024
HDFC Bank, a leading private sector bank in India, has introduced new features for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and central bank digital currency (CBDC) to enhance digital banking for its customers. Announced at the Global Fintech Fest 2024 in Mumbai, India, these innovations, developed...
Chase ‘infinite money’ glitch leaves TikTokers in huge debt
2.9.2024
Users on social media have been reporting a “glitch” with Chase Banks ATMs that allowed them to withdraw large sums without having sufficient funds in their accounts
Russian Economy Sees Growth Despite Western Sanctions and Declining Imports
2.9.2024
The Russian economy has experienced substantial growth across various sectors, with unemployment rates remaining historically low, despite ongoing Western sanctions related to the Ukraine conflict. Industrial production, driven by military manufacturing, saw a 3.3% increase in July, and the...
Indonesia and South Korea Sign New Local Currency Agreement to Boost Trade
1.9.2024
Bank Indonesia, the Bank of Korea, and South Korea’s Ministry of Economy and Finance have introduced a local currency transaction framework to boost bilateral trade using the rupiah and won. This initiative aims to reduce exchange rate risk and improve transaction efficiency by facilitating...
Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Boom as Central Banks Cut Interest Rates
1.9.2024
Bitmex co-founder Arthur Hayes is optimistic about bitcoin’s future, citing recent interest rate cuts by central banks. He believes further rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve, Bank of England, and European Central Bank could expand the money supply and drive inflation. Hayes argues that...
The Impact of CBDCs on the Crypto Ecosystem: An Exclusive Guide
31.8.2024
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are rapidly emerging as a transformative force within the financial world. Unlike cryptocurrencies, which are […]
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Lightspark Presents Solution Linking Lightning Network Payments to Bank Accounts in the U.S.
31.8.2024
Lightspark, a Bitcoin Lightning Network financial services company, has announced the release of its UMA Extend feature, which focuses on increasing the interaction between crypto and legacy rails in the U.S. With UMA Extend, businesses can opt in for a direction that can be linked to an account...
Banks face new risks from permissionless blockchains, BIS warns
30.8.2024
To mitigate risks associated with public blockchain networks, the paper proposed appointing an entity with the authority to "control and limit access" to cryptocurrency assets
JPMorgan Executive Sees Big Future for India’s CBDC Initiative
30.8.2024
Naveen Mallela, global co-head of Onyx, JPMorgan’s blockchain and digital currency unit, highlighted the rapid adoption of blockchain technology in India, particularly after the 2022 launch of the central bank digital currency (CBDC), the e-rupee. He noted that CBDCs represent a significant...