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FP Markets hits hat-trick for second time at Global Forex Awards
5.12.2023
With victories in three major categories—”Best Value Broker – Global,” “Best Broker – Europe,” and “Best Partners Programme – Asia”—FP Markets has pulled off an incredible hat-trick at the 2023 Global Forex Awards. FP Markets is a renowned broker of Forex...
Bitcoin Premium Soars in South Korea, Trading $1,500 Above Global Norm
5.12.2023
Based on recent data, the surge of bitcoin beyond the $41,000 mark has triggered a significant increase in trading activity originating from South Korea. Alongside this heightened volume, bitcoin is currently commanding a $1,500 premium on major South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges, including...
Bittrex Global ceases trading and only permits withdrawals
5.12.2023
Bittrex Global recently announced the termination of all its trading activity. The announcement was made on its official X/Twitter account. The tweet read that the platform will only permit withdrawals now. Thus, users should log into their accounts and withdraw their assets quickly. It has only...
Ark Invest Sells Another $1.4M Shares of Coinbase, Increases Exposure to Robinhood Amid Crypto Rally
5.12.2023
Source: Ark Invest Instagram Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, has once again reshaped its portfolio by selling over $1.4 million worth of Coinbase Global Inc shares. This decision, following a pattern of recent sell-offs, unfolds during a buoyant period in the cryptocurrency space, notably with...
Taiwan to Consider Crypto ETFs Based on Global Trends and Regulatory Development
5.12.2023
Source: pexels Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is exploring the possibility of introducing cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The FSC revealed that it is closely studying foreign cryptocurrency futures products and ETFs. The intention is to gradually ease restrictions...
US Defense Department Urged to Integrate Bitcoin to Maintain Superpower Status
5.12.2023
A U.S. Space Force major has urged the Department of Defense to integrate Bitcoin as an “offset” strategy. Emphasizing that “Integration of this technology could revolutionize national defense strategies in cyberspace,” he stressed: “Addressing this could be vital...
Former Paxful CEO Ray Youssef Named CEO of Noones, a Financial Communication App – Here’s What You Need To Know
4.12.2023
Source: Adobe / Rizu Designs Former Paxful CEO Ray Youssef has been appointed as CEO of Noones, a financial communication app aimed at integrating the Global South into the world’s financial systems. Noones has announced the appointment of Ray Youssef as its CEO following its official launch...
Nettexx: A Definitive Business-Centric Cryptocurrency Platform
4.12.2023
Amidst the continuous transformation of the global marketplace, organizations across diverse industries proactively pursue novel approaches to improve customer contentment and optimize processes. The prevalent adoption of cryptocurrencies significantly impacts the dynamics of business transactions...
Standard Chartered Zodia Integrates Ripple-Owned Metaco’s Crypto Safekeeping
4.12.2023
Source: Adobe Standard Chartered Bank-backed digital assets custodian Zodia Custody, has integrated Metaco network’s global crypto storage services. The strategic partnership is aimed at offering global sub-custody services for cryptocurrencies. This means that Metaco would store client’s funds...
Standard Chartered-Backed Zodia Custody Joins Ripple-Owned Metaco’s Global Crypto Storage Network
4.12.2023
Gold Nears Record High Amid Global Uncertainty, Surges to $2,071 an Ounce
3.12.2023
The price of an ounce of pure gold has approached its highest historical level this weekend, reaching $2,071 per ounce. This peak nearly matches its record three years ago on August 7, 2020, when during the Covid-19 pandemic, spot gold prices soared to an unprecedented high of $2,072.50 per ounce....
Big Names Talk Potential Impact of ETFs on BTC Price, Solo Miner Pulls Down Lucky Block Reward, and More — Week in Review
3.12.2023
Global investment bank JPMorgan has noted that SEC approval of a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) could “put severe downward pressure on bitcoin prices.” Conversely, Standard Chartered Bank sees “price upside” related to such an approval from the United States...
Socrates: Redefining Web3 Social Media by Rewarding Engaging Debates
3.12.2023
Socrates, a global web3 social media and entertainment platform based on blockchain technology, is revolutionising the social media experience worldwide. Following a successful testing phase, the app has now launched on multiple blockchains, and we invite wisdom seeks and web3 users alike to join...
Crypto Firms’ Compliance With Regulation Should Not Be at the Expense of Innovation — Zak Taher
2.12.2023
Zak Taher, the CEO of Multibank.io, said he believes the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the most attractive investment destination for overseas digital asset companies due to its effective governance and the leadership of its individuals. The UAE’s status within the global financial landscape...
Illuvium Joins Blockchain Gaming Partnership With Esports Powerhouse Team Liquid + More News
1.12.2023
Source: Illuvium Get your daily, bite-sized digest of crypto and blockchain-related news – investigating the stories flying under the radar of today’s news. In this edition: Illuvium Partners With Global Esports Powerhouse Team Liquid Nansen Unveils Nansen 2, AI-Powered Features, and Investment...
Bittrex Global enables USD to USDT conversion for withdrawals
1.12.2023
Bittrex Global announced on November 20, 2023, that it was winding down its operations. It sought customers to withdraw their funds in supported currency. Bittrex Global was supporting EUR and selected cryptos only at that time. However, the mechanism turned out to be frustrating since users were...
SEBA Bank Rebrands to AMINA Bank, Shoots for Global Expansion
1.12.2023
Crypto-friendly Swiss-based SEBA Bank AG has announced its new brand identity: AMINA Bank AG. According to the press release shared with Cryptonews, the rebrand will not affect the bank’s current clients “other than encountering the new name.” It stated that, “All operations will be business...
Bitget Unveils Instant Lira-to-Crypto Conversions, Streamlining Turkish Market
30.11.2023
Source: Adobe / Husamex Bitget – a global crypto exchange and Web3 firm – has launched support for instant Lira to crypto conversions to streamline access to digital assets for Turkish consumers. Using the “easy buy and sell” feature, Turkish customers can now deposit TRY to Bitget directly from...
Blockchain Protocol Algorand Forms Strategic Collaborations in India For Web3 Push
30.11.2023
Source: Pixabay Decentralized network Algorand (ALGO) has partnered with key players in India to deepen India’s Web3 foundation. In a significant move explained by the blockchain platform’s CEO Staci Warden, Algorand will partner with the Indian tech advocacy group – NASSCOM. Other partners include...
Paxos Secures In Principle Approvals for Stablecoin Issuance and Crypto Services in Abu Dhabi
30.11.2023
Paxos, a provider of blockchain and tokenization infrastructure, has recently received preliminary approvals from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi. The company stated that these endorsements are crucial steps for Paxos, enabling it to issue stablecoins pegged to...