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European Digital Bank Revolut Expands Bitcoin Trading Services to 49 US States
16.7.2020
British digital bank Revolut said Wednesday that it will start offering its cryptocurrency trading services in the U.S. Users in 49 U.S. states, excluding Tennesee, can now buy and sell bitcoin (BTC) and ethereum (ETH) through the Revolut app, it said. They can also store their digital assets...
‘How to Buy Bitcoin in India’: Crypto Exchange Offers Rewards for Videos in All Indian Languages
15.7.2020
Indian cryptocurrency exchange Wazirx is offering rewards for videos about how to buy bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies in India in all Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Gujarati, Marathi, Kannada, Bengali, and Telugu. News.Bitcoin.com caught up with Wazirx CEO Nischal Shetty to find...
US Regulators Take Joint Action Against Crypto Firms’ Swaps Offering
14.7.2020
Two related cryptocurrency firms have fallen foul of U.S. financial regulators for entering into illegal off-exchange swaps in digital assets and foreign currency
SEC and CFTC Fine Crypto Investment App for Offering Synthetic Assets
13.7.2020
U.S. regulators team up to fine and halt a crypto portfolio app offering synthetic exposure to traditional assets, which was not offered to U.S. investors
Fueling the Cannabis Industry: US Crypto Lending Service Files for Regulated Token Sale
10.7.2020
Chicago-based lending firm Ceres recently filed for a request to conduct a Reg. A sale in order to get approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Ceres wants to launch a token that will be used for garnering equity, while the company also wants to launch a coin that can...
Coinbase Eyeing US Stock Market Listing as Early as This Year
10.7.2020
Coinbase Inc is planning a U.S. stock market listing for later this year or early 2021, Reuters reported on Thursday. The plan is subject to approval by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. If successful, Coinbase could become the first major American cryptocurrency exchange to go public....
Binance Ordered to Halt Offering Derivatives Trading in Brazil
6.7.2020
The order is the regulator’s first public stance on cryptocurrency derivatives trading
Food and Cash Shortages Push Cubans Toward Permissionless Cryptocurrencies
5.7.2020
The Nation of Cuba is dealing with a national food crisis, as Venezuela has stopped offering aid to the small island nation. Moreover, the coronavirus outbreak has caused a shortage of cash couriers called “mules” and everyday items are becoming scarcer. Amid the crisis, a number...
Russia to Reportedly Investigate an Allegedly Fraudulent TON Offering in UK
3.7.2020
Russian prosecutors are reportedly investigating a British firm that allegedly sold fraudulent Gram tokens
Ripple Likely Sold XRP in an Unregistered Securities Offering
3.7.2020
The former CFTC chair’s analysis stating that Ripple’s XRP is not a security might be wrong
Mining Company Ebang’s Stock Listed on Nasdaq Down 11%, Firm Plans to Launch Offshore Exchange
3.7.2020
The bitcoin ASIC mining rig manufacturer, Ebang International Holdings, was recently listed on Nasdaq last Friday on June 26. Ebang is now the second mining rig manufacturer to have a U.S. initial public offering (IPO) by selling company shares. Since the initial sale on opening day, Ebang’s...
Telegram Agrees to Pay $18.5M Penalty in SEC Settlement Over Failed TON Offering
25.6.2020
Telegram has settled its six-month court case with the SEC, agreeing to pay $18.5 million in penalties and to notify the agency if it plans to issue another digital asset in the next three years
Bitcoin Mining Chip Manufacturer Ebang to List on Nasdaq This Week
24.6.2020
On Friday, June 26, the China-based Zhejiang Ebang Communication, often referred to as Ebang, will be listed on Nasdaq, according to various reports. Ebang’s initial public offering (IPO) will be the second U.S.-based IPO for an ASIC mining manufacturer joining the company Canaan. The Ebang...
Bitcoin ASIC Miner Manufacturing Domination: Bitmain and Microbt Battle for Top Positions
22.6.2020
On June 16, 2020, Bitmex researchers published a report that noted bitcoin mining rig manufacturers have consolidated a great deal and in the future, Bitmex researchers predict that “only 2 to 3 players will survive into the longer term.” There’s still a number of SHA256 mining...
Bityard Cryptocurrency Exchange Makes Trading Complex Contracts Simple
20.6.2020
Bityard is a digital assets trading platform focused on offering fast, easy and safe contracts trading. The Singapore-headquartered exchange is regulated and licensed in multiple leading markets around the world. An emphasis on simplicity and accessibility makes Bityard ideal for anyone looking...
Mauritius Releases Guidance for Regulated Security Token Offerings
17.6.2020
Mauritius' financial watchdog has developed a licensing framework for security token trading systems and issuers
Celsius Network Sells Two-Thirds of $15m Equity Offering on First Day
12.6.2020
The popular DeFi app Celsius Network has publicly launched a $15 million equity offering, selling out over two-thirds of its target in less than six hours
Bakkt and Galaxy Digital Team-Up on New Institutional Offering
11.6.2020
Galaxy Digital’s trading engine will be paired with Bakkt’s custody services in a collaborative effort to meet institutional demand for Bitcoin
Hut 8 Plans $7.5M Offering to Upgrade Bitcoin Mining Rigs
10.6.2020
Hut 8 Mining is looking to raise at least $7.5 million to upgrade its fleet of BlockBox bitcoin miners
2 Swiss Banks Launch Cryptocurrency Trading and Custody After Gaining Regulatory Approval
2.6.2020
Switzerland’s financial regulator, FINMA, has approved two Zurich-based banks to offer a range of cryptocurrency services, including trading and custody. Maerki Baumann Bank subsequently announced the launch of its trading platform for major cryptocurrencies while Incore Bank is offering...