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US Sentences Nigerian Darknet Fraud Leader to Five Years in Prison for $6M Scheme
21.9.2024
A Nigerian national has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for his role in a massive darknet fraud scheme that intended to cause over $6 million in losses, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Using various online aliases, Kaura led a global network selling stolen payment...
Bank of Canada just says no to retail CBDC in reshuffling of priorities
20.9.2024
Regulating and speeding up payments without a CBDC are more important to the Canadian central bank
Bank of Canada just says no to retail CBDC in reshuffling of priorities
20.9.2024
Regulating and speeding up payments without a CBDC are more important to the Canadian central bank
BingX confirms the resumption of withdrawal services following hack
20.9.2024
Monetary losses from the BingX hack were initially reported as totaling $26 million, but the figure has since swelled to $52 million
BingX confirms the resumption of withdrawal services following hack
20.9.2024
Monetary losses from the BingX hack were initially reported as totaling $26 million, but the figure has since swelled to $52 million
Crypto.com gains payment service license from Bahrain central bank
20.9.2024
Singapore-based cryptocurrency Crypto.com is reinforcing its regional presence with a Bahraini license following on approval in Dubai
Crypto.com gains payment service license from Bahrain central bank
20.9.2024
Singapore-based cryptocurrency Crypto.com is reinforcing its regional presence with a Bahraini license following its approval in Dubai
Louisiana Announces Crypto Payment Options for State Services
20.9.2024
The U.S. state of Louisiana has announced that residents can now use bitcoin, bitcoin lightning, and USD Coin to pay for state services through private, secure crypto wallets. “By introducing cryptocurrency as a payment option, we’re not just innovating; we’re providing...
Commerzbank Partners With Deutsche Börse’s Crypto Finance to Expand Crypto Services
20.9.2024
Commerzbank, one of Germany’s largest banks, has partnered with Deutsche Börse subsidiary Crypto Finance to offer secure bitcoin and ether services to its corporate clients. The collaboration focuses on seamless trading and custody solutions, ensuring regulated access to digital assets for select...
German Authorities Shut Down 47 Crypto Exchange Services in Cybercrime Crackdown
20.9.2024
German authorities have dismantled 47 exchange services involved in facilitating anonymous crypto transactions for criminal activities. These platforms bypassed anti-money laundering protocols, enabling cybercriminals to exchange digital currencies without identity verification. The takedown...
DZ Bank partners with Boerse Stuttgart for crypto trading
19.9.2024
The partnership will bring cryptocurrency trading and custody solutions to around 700 cooperative banks, with an initial rollout planned for late 2024
Crypto.com bags a Payment Service Provider Licence in Bahrain
19.9.2024
Crypto.com has received full approval from the Central Bank of Bahrain to provide payment service provider (PSP) services.…
Louisiana takes first crypto payment over Bitcoin Lightning
19.9.2024
Louisiana is now taking crypto payments for state services, and its Wildlife and Fisheries Department has just taken the government’s first crypto payment
Lawmaker Flags Concerns Over SEC’s Crypto Approach
19.9.2024
Congressman French Hill has raised concerns over the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s handling of digital asset regulations, criticizing Chairman Gary Gensler’s leadership for creating legal uncertainty and a politicized approach. The lawmaker highlighted...
SEC’s Crypto Record Rebuked by Ex-Commissioner, GOP Lawmakers in Hearing
18.9.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission was hammered for two hours in a congressional hearing on Wednesday in which the witness list predominantly included agency critics, including former Commissioner Daniel Gallagher, who is now at Robinhood
Three Ways DeFi Will Revolutionize Financial Services
18.9.2024
DeFi is poised to create a future where financial services are digital, open, always-on, and borderless, says Bill Barhydt, ceo, Abra
MoneyGram and Stellar join CEX.io for global crypto cash conversions
18.9.2024
CEX.io’s collaboration with MoneyGram and Stellar offers users expanded cash-in and cash-out options through USDC conversion
MoneyGram and Stellar join CEX.io for global crypto cash conversions
18.9.2024
CEX.io’s collaboration with MoneyGram and Stellar offers users expanded cash-in and cash-out options through USDC conversion
Circle integrates USDC with national payment systems of Brazil, Mexico
17.9.2024
USDC is now integrated into the banking systems of Brazil and Mexico, allowing businesses to use the USD-pegged stablecoin directly through local financial institutions
Circle integrates USDC with national payment systems of Brazil, Mexico
17.9.2024
USDC is now integrated into the banking systems of Brazil and Mexico, allowing businesses to use the USD-pegged stablecoin directly through local financial institutions