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Binance Makes a Move on Japan
27.9.2022
Major crypto exchange Binance is seeking a license to operate in Japan, four years after leaving the country, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
The move comes as Japan looks to adopt more web3-friendly policies and shows a generally friendlier approach to crypto....
Digital Bank Revolut Wins FCA Registration to Offer Crypto Services in UK
27.9.2022
European fintech unicorn Revolut has finally won registration from the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to offer crypto services in the U.K. following a lengthy wait
Binance Resumes Offering Futures Trading Products to South African Users
27.9.2022
One of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchanges by volumes traded, Binance, has said its futures products are now available to eligible South African users. In a message to its users, Binance suggested it has rectified issues with the regional regulator and that its activities in South...
South African Financial Services Giant Nedbank Secures a ‘Village’ in the Metaverse
26.9.2022
The South African financial services giant, Nedbank, is reported to have acquired a village in the metaverse. The village will be used to showcase African creativity and to create experiences that “go beyond banking.” By securing a virtual property in Ubuntuland, Nedbank became one...
Flynt Launches Industry’s Highest Yield Product on Bitcoin
24.9.2022
PRESS RELEASE. Flynt Finance, the cryptocurrency financial services company based in Singapore co-founded by previous derivatives exchange operators and analysts, launched a platform for crypto structured products last week. The relatively high returns (up to 50% APY) on Flynt has gained strong...
Digital Asset Exchange Platform Granted ‘Crypto Financial Services Provider License’ by Israeli Regulator
24.9.2022
An Israeli capital markets regulator, the Insurance and Savings Capital Market Authority, recently granted a “crypto financial services provider license” to Bits of Gold, the first such license for an active company in the country. This license allows Bits of Gold to offer crypto...
Coinbase Receives Approval to Offer Full Suite of Crypto Products in Netherlands
24.9.2022
Crypto exchange Coinbase has received approval to offer its full suite of retail and institutional crypto products and services in the Netherlands. “We have taken strides to work collaboratively with government, policymakers, and regulators to shape the future in a responsible way,”...
Huobi Partners With Astropay to Facilitate Fiat Payments in Latam
23.9.2022
Huobi Global, one of the biggest exchanges in volumes traded, has announced a partnership to make it easier for its Latam-based customers to acquire cryptocurrencies. The exchange has allied with Astropay, a payment services platform, to allow customers in Latam to purchase cryptocurrency with fiat...
Korean crypto bank partners with Blockdaemon to offer retail staking services
22.9.2022
In January, Delio was granted Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) approval by the Korean Financial Intelligence Unit
Binance Receives License to Offer More Crypto Services in Dubai
22.9.2022
Cryptocurrency Binance has received another license from Dubai’s crypto regulator. Binance can now provide more crypto-related services in Dubai. Binance’s New License in Dubai Cryptocurrency Binance announced Wednesday that it has received the Minimal Viable Product (MVP) license...
Opera browser integrates Elrond blockchain services to bolster Web3 adoption
22.9.2022
Elrond is one of the first carbon-negative blockchains in Europe, and its integration with Opera will help millions of new users to access the Web3 ecosystem
Indian Government Working on How GST Tax Could Be Applied to Crypto
22.9.2022
India’s ministry of finance is reportedly working on how the goods and services tax (GST) could apply to crypto transactions. “A better understanding of how cryptocurrencies fit into our legal system is the prerequisite for the decision on the GST rate,” a source told local...
Binance receives green light for crypto services in Dubai
21.9.2022
The new MVP License is a transition from a provisional license received under a new regulatory framework earlier this year
Societe Generale launches custodial services for crypto fund managers
21.9.2022
The firm is also in the process of testing a digital euro together with the European Central Bank
Societe Generale Introduces Services for Asset Managers Developing Crypto Funds
21.9.2022
Societe Generale is offering new services for asset managers that want to offer crypto funds to their clients
Nasdaq reportedly prepares for crypto custody services for institutions
20.9.2022
The firm reportedly created a new group focusing on digital assets and onboarded Ira Auerbach, who previously worked at Gemini, to lead the unit
Nasdaq Starts Crypto Custody Service for Institutional Clients
20.9.2022
Nasdaq Inc, the second-largest stock exchange in America, will release a cryptocurrency custody service as it aims to cash in on institutional crypto investors, according to a Bloomberg report
Payments platform Fuse integrates ChromePay to bring DID services to Africa
20.9.2022
The African continent has emerged as a hotbed for crypto and blockchain activity, with countries like Nigeria and Ethiopia leading the way
Binance Secures License in Dubai to Offer More Crypto Services
20.9.2022
With the new approval, the crypto exchange can operate a trading platform and offer a range of services including digital asset custody and payments in Dubai
Crypto Market Maker Wintermute Hacked for $160M, OTC Services Unaffected
20.9.2022
Cryptocurrency market maker and liquidity provider Wintermute has lost $160 million in a hack relating to its DeFi business, according to a tweet from the company's founder and CEO