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Fallout London's First Big Update Finally Nerfs Its Deadliest Enemy: Foxes
9.8.2024
Fallout: London may not be an official Fallout game developed and published by Bethesda, but it’s still proved to be a huge hit. And the massive free mod, released last month, just received its first major update, which fixes some things and nerfs the deadly fox packs running around...
Kyrgyz Republic proposes digital som legislation, CBDC launch by 2027
9.8.2024
The small Central Asian country is currently taking public comments on its framework legislation
MiCA regulation poses ‘systemic risk’ to banking system, says Tether CEO
9.8.2024
According to Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino, recently approved MiCA regulations threaten both banks and stablecoin issuers
Hong Kong virtual banks eye Web3 growth despite regulatory hurdles
9.8.2024
Despite capturing just 0.3% of retail bank assets, Hong Kong's virtual banks are exploring opportunities in the Web3 space
Trump Suggests Presidents Should Weigh in on Fed Policies, Jabs at Powell’s Interest Rate Timing
9.8.2024
On Thursday, at a press conference held at Mar-a-Lago, former President Donald Trump shared his thoughts with reporters, stating that the sitting president should have a voice in the U.S. Federal Reserve’s monetary policies. Trump targeted Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s actions concerning...
Federal Reserve Cracks Down on Customers Bank’s Crypto Strategy
9.8.2024
The U.S. Federal Reserve has taken decisive action against Customers Bank, highlighting significant compliance deficiencies in its digital asset strategy and instant payments network. The enforcement action mandates the bank to bolster its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) protocols and limit risks...
Customers Bank to strengthen AML compliance after Fed scrutiny
8.8.2024
The crypto-friendly bank’s activities during the 2023 banking crisis will also be examined
Customers Bank to strengthen AML compliance after Fed scrutiny
8.8.2024
The crypto-friendly bank’s activities during the 2023 banking crisis will also be examined
Russia legalizes Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining
8.8.2024
Russia explores other forms of international trade settlement following US sanctions blocking it from the SWIFT interbank messaging system
Russia legalizes Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining
8.8.2024
Russia explores other forms of international trade settlement following US sanctions blocking it from the SWIFT interbank messaging system
Crypto-Friendly Customers Bank Sanctioned by Federal Reserve
8.8.2024
The U.S. Federal Reserve Board (Fed) has reprimanded Customers Bancorp, Inc. for severe risks concerning risk management and…
Crypto-Friendly Bank Ordered by Fed to Limit Risks From Digital Asset Clients
8.8.2024
Customers Bank, which has done business with several of the most prominent crypto firms, has been called out by the U.S. Federal Reserve for inadequately policing illicit activity, particularly with digital asset clients
El Salvador and IMF Advance Talks on Bitcoin Risk Mitigation and Economic Reforms
8.8.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported progress in negotiations with El Salvador on policies to strengthen public finances, boost bank reserves, improve governance, and address bitcoin risks. Although many BTC risks haven’t materialized for El Salvador, the IMF stated that both...
Hong Kong Digital Bank Mox Adds Crypto ETFs, Plans Direct Crypto Investing
7.8.2024
Mox, a virtual bank subsidiary of Standard Chartered, has started offering bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds to its clients shortly after launching an investment platform in Hong Kong
Group Urges Nigeria to End Naira Float, Reinstate Subsidies
7.8.2024
The Nigerian government has been urged to abandon a floating foreign exchange system and reintroduce subsidies in the power and energy, agriculture, and transportation sectors. In a communique, the Multidisciplinary Finance Professionals (MFP) said the Nigerian government should not determine...
Hong Kong virtual bank Mox Bank launches crypto ETF trading
7.8.2024
The Standard Chartered subsidiary says it's the first bank of its kind to offer spot Bitcoin and Ether ETF trading to customers
Bitcoin's Impending 'Death Cross' May Trap Bears as Bank of Japan Eases Rate Concerns
7.8.2024
The ominous-sounding technical price pattern could again trap bears on the wrong side of the market as the Bank of Japan plays down chance of a near-term interest rate hike
Crypto Bank Anchorage Adds Custody for Solana-Based Tokens
6.8.2024
Anchorage began adding custody support for Solana-based tokens in 2022 and only added staking support last year
Fedwatch Tool and Polymarket Point to Highly Probable Rate Cuts by the Fed
6.8.2024
Following the recent volatility in global equity markets, some analysts suggest that the U.S. Federal Reserve might implement an emergency rate cut before September. In addition, market predictions are leaning toward a rate cut at the September Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. The...
Xapo Bank Enters UK Market, Offers Interest-Bearing USD and Bitcoin Account
5.8.2024
Xapo Bank has entered the UK market, becoming the only licensed banking group to offer a combined interest-bearing USD and bitcoin account. “We’re proud to announce we have successfully passported our banking license into the UK. This means we are allowed to offer our banking services...