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'Crypto for COVID': Indian neobank aims to feed those affected by pandemic
18.5.2021
In the middle of a spike in cases, more than 4,000 people are dying in India every day as a direct result of the pandemic
Microstrategy Buys $10M Worth of Bitcoin, MSTR Shares Down Over 60% Since February
18.5.2021
On Tuesday, the publicly-listed business intelligence company, Microstrategy, announced the purchase of 229 bitcoins adding to the firm’s current stash of crypto. The company’s CEO Michael Saylor told his Twitter followers that Microstrategy now holds 92,079 bitcoins. Microstrategy...
Broadcast Company Fox to Launch NFTs and a Blockchain-Curated Animated Series
18.5.2021
Fox Broadcasting Company, the American commercial broadcast television network is launching a non-fungible token (NFT) business called Blockchain Creative Labs, according to a recent report. Moreover, Fox is also planning to release a new blockchain-based animated series crafted by Dan Harmon...
Foundry’s Mike Colyer on US-China Mining Rivalry and Why Clean Bitcoin ‘Makes No Sense’
18.5.2021
The New York miner says, "We're seeing a lot of hashrate start to come to the U.S." and many states have friendlier regulations these days
Spanish Regulator Issues Guidelines for Fund Managers Planning to Invest in Cryptocurrencies
18.5.2021
The Spanish financial regulator is easing the entity’s tough stance towards cryptocurrencies by announcing an unprecedented measure that green lights institutional investors to enter into such business decisions. The National Securities Market Commission (CNMV) unveiled guidelines that...
Bank of America partnership with Paxos will allow same-day trade settlements
17.5.2021
Joining the Paxos Settlement Service could allow many Bank of America customers to settle stock trades in minutes rather than days
Musk Learns the Hard Way: Crypto Doesn’t Need a Savior
17.5.2021
Crypto doesn't want kings. Elon Musk is finding that out the hard way
'Cash, candy or Bitcoin': Paying minors in 2021
17.5.2021
"We want our kids to be able to think independently about money," said Eddie Yoon
Twitch Begins Adjusting Sub Prices Based On Where Viewers Live
17.5.2021
While the USD 4.99 per month cost of a Tier 1 Twitch subscription works fine here in the States, five bucks can be a much larger hit on one’s wallet in other countries. Starting this week with Mexico and Turkey, Twitch will begin adjusting subscription costs to better align with the local cost...
Nigeria Devalues Currency as Central Bank Moves to Unify Exchange Rates
17.5.2021
In a possible policy shift, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently allowed the local naira currency to briefly drop to a new low of USD$1 for 419.75 nairas on May 14, 2021. However, by close of business the naira had recovered and was trading around 411.25. Before the latest adjustment,...
Shiba Inu Crypto Investors Turn Multimillionaires After Almost Jobless, Relying on Stimulus Checks
17.5.2021
Two brothers have shared the story of how they became millionaires after investing in Shiba Inu, the cryptocurrency nicknamed “dogecoin killer,” for just under two months. Before the investment, the covid-19 pandemic almost killed their business, and the government’s stimulus...
Caitlin Long reveals the 'real reason' people are selling crypto
16.5.2021
"Markets now can safely predict Bitcoin and crypto prices will likely exhibit high correlation with credit markets," said Long
Does Mike Novogratz hold more than $5B in crypto?
13.5.2021
In a recent interview, the Galaxy Digital founder said his crypto investments amounted to 85% of his net worth
Bitcoin is durable, says BlackRock's Rick Rieder
13.5.2021
The chief investment officer seemed to be unmoved by Elon Musk's announcement yesterday, but still highlighted some challenges Bitcoin will likely face
Bitcoin for pizza, not the other way around, says Papa John's offer to UK customers
12.5.2021
Users of cryptocurrency exchange Luno can claim $14 in BTC rewards before Sunday
Sequoia-Backed Onchain Custodian To Set Up New Crypto Lending Business
12.5.2021
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The Singapore-headquartered digital asset custody provider Onchain Custodian (ONC) is about to strengthen their positions in crypto lending and borrowing business, according to ONC Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO), El Lee.
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tZERO Signs 3 Firms Looking to Tokenize Securities
12.5.2021
The Overstock-owned company is onboarding OmniValley, Trellis and Wunderfund, a trio of investment platforms
Bitcoin ETP From Iconic Funds Starts Trading on Deutsche Boerse Xetra Today
12.5.2021
Iconic Funds plans to bring more products to the market for “crypto-hungry” investors and is also exploring listings outside of Germany
Coinbase overtakes TikTok for #1 position on Apple app store
11.5.2021
The trading app first became available on the Apple App Store in 2014
Israel's central bank floats possible digital shekel with new action plan
11.5.2021
The bank has been exploring the introduction of a CBDC since 2017