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SEC Accepts Blackrock’s Bitcoin ETF Application
17.7.2023
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has accepted the application for a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) filed by asset manager Blackrock. The move indicates the regulator is preparing to seriously consider a bitcoin ETF and could eventually set the stage for wider adoption of crypto...
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Highlights Rising Crypto Demand from Gold Investors
15.7.2023
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has expressed optimism about the rising demand for cryptocurrencies among gold investors.
In an interview with CNBC following the release of BlackRock's second-quarter earnings report, Fink stated that "more and more" gold investors have been inquiring about the role...
Sidechains Can Provide ‘Scalability and Flexibility Needed for Real-World Applications’ — Horizen Labs CEO
14.7.2023
All-in-one infrastructure solutions may be what is needed to drive the adoption of Web3, but such solutions might turn out to be complex and not as flexible, Rob Viglione, the co-founder and CEO at Horizen Labs, has argued. In addition, Viglione believes that such comprehensive infrastructure...
Blockchain group to push Philippines Web3 adoption via state partnership
13.7.2023
DICT Director Emmy Lou Versoza-Delfin said there's been a rise in innovative blockchain startups in the country, signaling that the country could be a global leader in blockchain
If good UX is like driving auto, Web3 is ‘driving stick’ — UX designers
13.7.2023
The high stakes of crypto applications mean developers often need to prioritize security — but that comes at the cost of poor user experience
Bitcoin ETF would be the 'seal of approval' from SEC: Mike Novogratz
13.7.2023
The Galaxy Digital founder believes approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF would essentially be a United States regulator and government nod for Bitcoin
Lawyer Says Argentina Should Bin Dollarization Plans, Adopt BTC
13.7.2023
A prominent Argentine lawyer has told a leading presidential candidate to bin his dollarization plans in favor of a Bitcoin (BTC) adoption drive.
The comments were directed at Javier Milei, a right-wing political leader who has been described as a populist by some commentators.
Milei...
European Banking Authority calls for early adoption of stablecoin standards
12.7.2023
EBA officials anticipate a surge in stablecoin issuance over the coming months and have urged businesses to use its guiding principles before the necessary restrictions are implemented
Volatility Shares Co-Founder: Spot Bitcoin ETF Will Attract New Investors
10.7.2023
A spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded-funds (ETF) could mark a new phase of institutional investors entering the crypto market.
Justin Young, co-founder and president of Volatility Shares, has said that investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin are searching for the "easiest and most regulated way"...
European Union's MiCA Legislation and its Impact on Stablecoin Adoption: Lawyers Raise Concerns
10.7.2023
The European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) legislation, enacted on May 31, has generated praise and concerns within the crypto industry.
While hailed as a groundbreaking regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, there is growing apprehension regarding one particular aspect:...
Regulation, User Trust, and Tech Constraints Stand in the Way of Mass Crypto (Banking) Adoption, Says Brighty’s CTO Nikolay Denisenko
10.7.2023
In an interview with Cryptonews, Nikolay Denisenko, the co-founder and CTO of mobile digital finance Brighty app and former Lead Backend Engineer at neobank Revolut, spoke of the major challenges crypto companies face when moving into neobanking.
He further discussed how neobanks can utilize DeFi...
Recruiters: Hong Kong's Crypto License Craze Hasn't Translated into Job Opportunities
10.7.2023
Despite excitement surrounding Hong Kong's new crypto licensing regime, the city-state has yet to see a surge in new job oppurtunities.
Recruitment executives in Hong Kong have reported a lack of employment needs within the crypto industry despite 150 companies vying for a local crypto license...
MiCA's stablecoin transaction cap stifles crypto adoption, say lawyers
10.7.2023
With a $216 million cap to be imposed on stablecoins such as USDT and USDC, some say crypto adoption could be “stifled” under MiCA unless it changes
Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo, on U.S. Regulatory Environment and Institutional Crypto Adoption | Ep. 245
7.7.2023
In an exclusive interview with cryptonews.com, Mike Belshe, Co-Founder and CEO of BitGo, talks about US crypto regulations and how they should Be Principles-Based, and institutional crypto adoption. ...
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‘No, we’re not smuggling people’ - Bitcoin advocate tours Europe in BTC-styled van
7.7.2023
A Bitcoin-themed van promoting adoption around Europe has seen its fair share of drama, including a midnight stop and search by law enforcement agencies
Cronos Labs partners Protocol Labs to drive Web3 adoption
7.7.2023
The blockchain business accelerator Cronos Labs has formed an exclusive partnership with Protocol Labs. While Cronos Labs is in charge of the Cronos ecosystem’s growth, Protocol Labs is more of an open-source R&D facility. It involves developing protocols in addition to the tools...
'AI Jobs' Search Hits Four Times Higher than 'Crypto Jobs' During Bitcoin's Record High
6.7.2023
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has outshined the once dominant crypto narrative, a new study shows.
The study, conducted by analyzing Google Trends data, compared the search interest in AI and crypto jobs to provide insights into the levels of interest in these sectors.
It found that...
Zero Barriers podcast series: Crypto adoption fueled by ZK-rollups
4.7.2023
The podcast series is produced in collaboration with Starkware and explores the future of ZK-rollups as an Ethereum layer-2 solution
Crypto Will Benefit from Bank-Issued Stablecoins, aka Deposit Tokens, Says DAAA’s Bernard Blaha
4.7.2023
In an interview with Cryptonews, Bernhard Blaha, co-founder of the Austrian Digital Asset Association (DAAA) and CEO of decentrally governed organization (DGO) The People's SCE, discussed the new type of digital coin: deposit tokens.
He explained the key differences between deposit tokens...
Harry Styles' Concert App Introduces Blockchain Rewards for Fans
3.7.2023
5,000 fans of British megastar Harry Styles recently used an app that allowed them to open a self-custodial wallet in which to keep their blockchain-based rewards.
The former One Direction member held a concert in Ireland on June 10. The sold-out show saw 80,000 attendees.
All these people were...