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Bolivia Becomes a Hotbed After Lifting Crypto Blanket Ban
2.12.2024
The Central Bank of Bolivia shared numbers that show the country’s crypto activity is overheating. According to the institution’s data, purchase and sales operations for crypto assets grew over 100% after the bank lifted a blanket ban on crypto operations earlier this year. Bolivia...
Central Bank of Iran promises CBDC launch, fintech to fight sanctions
26.11.2024
The digital rial is being developed for retail purposes so far, but the integration of Iranian payment systems with Russia may foil US sanctions.
The stablecoin showdown
22.11.2024
The stablecoin market is heating up, but the future remains uncertain. Will one stablecoin dominate, or will multiple players coexist in a diverse ecosystem?
Hong Kong Cyberport Web3 network grows to 270 blockchain firms
20.11.2024
Cyberport’s rapid growth includes over 270 Web3 enterprises and initiatives for real-world blockchain applications in Hong Kong
Fintech Startup Raises $1.5M to Democratize Maritime Finance
17.11.2024
Maritime fintech startup Shipfinex secured $1.5 million in seed funding to democratize maritime finance through blockchain-enabled fractional ownership of maritime assets. Democratizing Maritime Finance Shipfinex, a maritime fintech startup, recently announced it has secured $1.5 million in seed...
Revolut Expands Crypto Exchange Across EU After Successful Launch in UK
13.11.2024
Tens of thousands of traders have been using the bank’s crypto exchange in the UK, a spokesperson said
SafePal launches Telegram crypto wallet with Visa card support
2.11.2024
SafePal’s new Mini Wallet App will enable 950 million Telegram users to create individually owned and compliant crypto-friendly Swiss bank accounts, the firm said
SafePal launches Telegram crypto wallet with Visa card support
2.11.2024
SafePal’s new Mini Wallet App will enable 950 million Telegram users to create individually owned and compliant crypto-friendly Swiss bank accounts, the firm said
SafePal launches Telegram crypto wallet with Visa card support
2.11.2024
SafePal’s new Mini Wallet App will enable 950 million Telegram users to create individually owned and compliant crypto-friendly Swiss bank accounts, the firm said
Singapore bolsters fintech hub with Global Finance Technology Network
31.10.2024
The GFTN is established as the second phase of Singapore’s fintech growth initiative, which focuses heavily on payments, asset tokenization, AI and quantum computing
Nigerian Fintech Reaches Unicorn Status With $110 Million Google-Backed Funding Round
31.10.2024
Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech company, has raised $110 million in Series C funding to expand its services across Africa and globally, becoming the latest Nigerian fintech unicorn. Moniepoint Seeks to Serve Global African Market with New Funding Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech company, recently...
BIS Considers Ending Mbridge Project Over BRICS Connections, but Is It Too Late?
30.10.2024
While conversations about ending the CBDC-enabled international settlements project have focused on its links to BRICS, Mbridge has already reached the MVP stage, and members could choose to continue it without support from the BIS. BIS Considers Ending Mbridge Project, BRICS Countries Could Use...
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
Indo-Pacific Nations Outpacing the US in Crypto Regulation, SEC Commissioner Says
25.10.2024
A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commissioner has urged the U.S. to adopt a more proactive approach to crypto regulation, pointing to the leadership of Indo-Pacific nations like Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. He emphasized that these countries have crafted clear frameworks that...
AI in Finance: Industry Experts Gather at FinTech Connect 2024
24.10.2024
FinTech Connect’s eleventh event links influential thought leaders from across the fintech ecosystem, sharing insights on the latest…
Zanzibar’s new blockchain sandbox aims to drive tech startup growth
23.10.2024
The semi-autonomous region of Tanzania is taking advantage of a sandbox regulatory framework adopted in July
Zanzibar’s new blockchain sandbox aims to drive tech startup growth
23.10.2024
The semi-autonomous region of Tanzania is taking advantage of a sandbox regulatory framework adopted in July
Introducing the 7th Edition of the FiNext Awards & Conference February 10-11, 2025, in Dubai
17.10.2024
InternetShine Technologies is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated seventh edition of the FiNext Conference, which will take…