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New Auditor for Stablecoin Issuer Tether Confirms Slashing of Commercial Paper Holdings
19.8.2022
Stablecoin issuer Tether has cut its commercial paper exposure to $8.6 billion, with a reduction to $200 million on track by the end of the month
Skybridge Expects Bitcoin to Reach $300K in 6 Years — ‘You Are Going to See a Lot More Commercial Activities’
15.8.2022
Skybridge Capital is “pretty optimistic” about bitcoin and ethereum over the next 12 to 24 months. The global asset management firm’s founder explained that the world’s largest cryptocurrency could reach $300K in six years, urging investors to “just relax”...
Six reasons why blockchain makes sense for commercial real estate: Deloitte
8.8.2022
The study reveals that blockchain technology is well-positioned to take over more than 50% of the entire leasing and sale process across commercial real estate
Dozen Crypto Companies Await Portugal License Despite Bank Account Closures
8.8.2022
The central bank of Portugal is now reviewing 12 requests from businesses that want to provide crypto-related services in the country. The applications are pending decision amid recent reports that some commercial banks are closing accounts of already approved operators. Binance Among...
Voyager to Allow Cash Withdrawals for Customers With US Dollars Held in Accounts
6.8.2022
Following the bankruptcy judge approving the release of $270 million in cash deposits, the crypto firm Voyager Digital has announced that it plans to open cash withdrawals starting on Thursday, August 11. After the cash withdrawal gates are open, Voyager customers can withdraw up to $100K in cash...
Bankrupt Crypto Firm Voyager Digital Approved to Release $270 Million in Cash Deposits
5.8.2022
The now defunct and bankrupt Voyager Digital has been approved by the court to distribute $270 million in funds to creditors and affected customers. The news follows the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Federal Reserve Board ordering Voyager to remove any statements that allege...
Voyager received better buy-out offers than FTX’s, set to return $270M to customers
5.8.2022
The crypto lender will be allowed to return a portion of customer funds locked up at the Metropolitan Commercial Bank which have been frozen until now
Tether says it holds zero Chinese commercial paper, denies 85% exposure
27.7.2022
Tether reports that its total commercial paper exposure has been cut to $3.7 billion from $30 billion just one year ago
Thailand’s Oldest Lender Delays Bitkub Exchange Acquisition Amid Tighter Crypto Rules
22.7.2022
The company that owns Thailand’s Siam Commercial Bank has postponed a deal to acquire a majority stake in Bitkub, the country’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. The decision comes amid tightening crypto regulations that limit growth in domestic crypto trading. SCB Postpones...
US Treasury study finds CBDCs a plus for commercial bank stability
13.7.2022
Access to CBDCs reduces banks’ need to insure against liquidity risks and gives policymakers greater information about trouble in the financial system, according to the study
South Korea Ready to Test its CBDC with Commercial Banks, But Says Launch Is ‘a Long Way off’
12.7.2022
South Korea’s central Bank of Korea (BOK) says it is now ready to commence “real-world” testing for its prototype digital won – but is refusing to say whether or not it actually intends to roll out the token....
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US Regulator Probes Bankrupt Crypto Lender Voyager Over Claims of FDIC Insurance
9.7.2022
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is probing crypto lender Voyager Digital over claims that it is FDIC-insured. The crypto firm previously explained that through its strategic relationships with Metropolitan Commercial Bank, “all customers’ USD held with Voyager is FDIC...
Tether continues to reduce commercial paper in sharp reduction since March
1.7.2022
The stablecoin issuer announced its intentions of removing all commercial paper from its reserves last month as it countered rumors, and it remains on schedule so far
Celsius' Options, Tether's Commercial Paper, Blockchain.com vs. Three Arrows + More News
1.7.2022
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Tether Reduces Commercial Paper Holdings Almost 60% as It Tackles Quality Concerns
1.7.2022
Stablecoin issuer Tether has cut its commercial paper holdings to $8.5 billion, with a further reduction to $3.5 billion planned for the end of the month
Russia to Trial Digital Ruble Settlements for Real Estate Deals
23.6.2022
The Central Bank of Russia and participating commercial banks want to test various types of payments with the digital ruble, the Russian press reported. The plan is to experiment with smart contracts and transactions related to real estate and crypto asset purchases. Bank of Russia to Launch Smart...
Tether aims to decrease commercial paper backing of USDT to zero
15.6.2022
Tether expects to reduce USDT’s commercial paper backing to $8.4 billion by the end of June 2022 and eventually completely remove it
Tether Denies Claims of Asian Commercial Paper Backing, Exposure to Three Arrows Capital
15.6.2022
Stablecoin issuer Tether has denied that its commercial paper portfolio is 85% backed by Chinese or Asian commercial papers
Accuweather Collaborates With API3 in Order to Provide Blockchain-Powered Weather Data
1.6.2022
On June 1, the American media company that provides commercial weather forecasts, Accuweather, announced it is tethering weather data to blockchain technology by hosting an API3 Airnode. The company revealed that it is collaborating with blockchain oracle provider API3 and Web API operators will...
Siam Commercial Bank Is Chasing DeFi Yield Through Compound
27.5.2022
The bank’s venture arm, SCB 10X, is using Compound Treasury’s 4% yield service via the Fireblocks custody platform